The Mazda MX-30 Begins Production
Mazda’s long-awaited fully electric vehicle, the Mazda MX-30, has begun production at the automaker’s Hiroshima plant in Japan. The first models will ship to Europe for sale in the fall of 2020. Here’s the scoop on what to expect from this stylish new SUV. Want a Great Deal on a Great Car? Check out these […]
What Are Tire Fees?
When you pay for a new set of tires, the bill includes a handful of extra fees you may not recognize. Beyond the customary installation and sales tax charges, new tire purchases carry other charges like “disposal” or “recycling.” What are these mysterious tire fees you’re paying for? And who is imposing them on […]
Ford Working on 3D-Printed Locking Wheel Nuts
Have you ever had your car wheels stolen? It sure does suck. Ford wants to make sure that this is a kind of suck you never have to encounter, which is why it’s teaming with EOS to create 3D-printed locking wheel nuts that are harder for thieves to bust. How Ford’s 3D-printed wheel nuts work […]
Ford Delivers 1.33M Vehicles in Europe in 2019
Ford is once more the top commercial vehicle brand in Europe after an 0.8 percent year-over-year increase in sales for 2019. The Blue Oval brand delivered a total of 384,300 commercial vehicles across its traditional European 20 markets last year, good for its fifth straight year as the continent’s top commercial brand. In total, Ford […]
Airless Tires to Be Introduced at 2020 Summer Olympics
Bridgestone has announced plans to be the first tire maker to offer airless tires for commercial vehicles. While there’s still some time until a commercial vehicle will be equipped with these innovative tires, Bridgestone will be launching bicycle-versions of the tires for the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. Sporting a New Look: 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport […]
Toyota 2019 Environmental Report: 565 Million Gallons of Water Saved
Toyota has released its 2019 North American Environmental Report, showing some of the progress it has made in its effort to achieve the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, which involves eliminating all manufacturing-based CO2 emissions and cutting vehicle CO2 emissions by 90 percent compared to its 2010 levels. “Our actions today are setting a foundation for […]
BMW at CES: Our Top 3 Favorite Concepts
At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, every company tries to win the attention of guests with their latest tech innovations. This year, BMW presented its vision of future mobility through four intriguing concepts summed up with the hashtag #ChangeYourPerception. Here are a few of my favorite things that the German brand brought to […]
Ford, McDonald’s Partnership Built on Canadian Innovation
Ford announced a new partnership with McDonald’s in December that sees the former using the latter’s coffee chaff to make vehicle components like headlamp housings. And while the partnership pairs two quintessentially American brands, the technology behind the innovative approach comes straight outta Canada. The idea to use coffee bean skins comes from the University […]
Hyundai Introduces Eco-Friendly 2020 Ioniq Lineup
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid, and Ioniq Electric have arrived with refreshed looks, new infotainment tech, and upgraded safety systems. The Ioniq Electric also boasts significantly expanded driving range for the new model year. Each powertrain available in the 2020 Ioniq lineup offers outstanding efficiency: The Ioniq Hybrid combines a 1.6-liter GDI […]
Ford Developing 3D-Knitted Car Seat Covers
As part of its continued efforts to explore the usefulness of 3D printing in vehicle manufacturing, Ford is exploring the possibility of offering fully customizable 3D-knitted car seat covers. Leveraging a form of 3D printing used in the production of clothing and furniture, Ford would give customers the ability to craft car seats that address […]
Do You Recycle Car Batteries?
When you buy new things, there’s always a question as to what you do with the item it replaces. The renewed focus on the environment makes recycling the most appealing option. Many items you can leave out for recycling pickup, but what about car batteries? Essential Preparation: Check your battery before a road trip The […]
Subaru Loves the Earth Expands Recycling Initiative
Through its Subaru Loves the Earth initiative, the automaker is expanding its recycling network to over 160 REI stores across the U.S.A.
[Photos] Mazda Reveals the MX-30 at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show
The world’s first mass-production electric Mazda debuted at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. Dubbed the Mazda MX-30, this spacious new crossover builds upon the groundwork laid by the upcoming 2020 Mazda CX-30. Here’s an inside-and-out look at this innovative new EV. On the outside, it’s easy to see the DNA of the Mazda MX-30. Its […]
Rumor: Bronco to Debut in November at LA Auto Show
We’ve spent the last two years and 10 months waiting with baited breath for our first glimpse of the Ford Bronco. We’ve also spent the past 22 months waiting for a clear look at the Mustang-inspired electric performance SUV formerly known as the Mach 1. When, we ask, will we see these vehicles, Ford? When? […]
Honda Reports Environmental Progress for 2019
In a new 46-page report, Honda has detailed the major environmental impact of its activities in North America and how these have changed compared to 2018. It’s the 15th annual report from Honda on this subject, and so you don’t have to sift through 46 pages to find the good stuff, we’ll summarize all the […]
Ford Legal Alliance for Women to Hold Global Day of Service
On Thursday, the Ford Motor Company’s Legal Alliance for Women will hold a Global Day of Service, bringing together Ford volunteers and employees from 70-plus law firms to give back. Volunteers from the world over will participate in projects and outreach initiatives at homeless shelters and food banks, while the representatives from involved law firms […]
Audi Celebrates the Great Outdoors with the AI:TRAIL
“Where we’re going, we don’t need roads,” Doc Brown famously said, as he launched Marty McFly and a levitating DeLorean into the far-flung futuristic year of 2015. It turns out that Audi also has a concept vehicle that’s envisioned for a road-less future — but the new Audi AI:TRAIL quattro runs on electricity, not on […]
5 Reasons to Take Out a Commercial Vehicle Loan
Everything from day-to-day administrative tasks to moving teams from point A to point B can be a logistical challenge for a small business. Many businesses rely extensively on vehicles for deliveries, moving between worksites, and the like. Having more vehicles in your fleet can give you an edge against the competition. If you are in […]