GM Reveals Electrification Plans for China
China already has proven itself to be the largest car market in the world, but more recently has been rapidly showing itself to be the largest electric car market in the world, with new regulations and incentives from the Chinese government making electric cars look more and more attractive to both producers and consumers. As […]
Kia Adds Optima PHEV, Sportswagon to UK Lineup
Kia has officially gone green in the United Kingdom. The South Korean carmaker recently launched its first-ever plug-in hybrid model in the UK with the arrival of the 2017 Kia Optima PHEV. This hybrid vehicle was released alongside the Optima Sportswagon, making the Optima’s lineup one of the most versatile in the market. The Optima […]
Hybrid-Semi Automaker Startup Nikola Promises Working Prototype Reveal in December
Remember back in May when we introduced you to the second electric car manufacturer to be named after now-legendary Serbian-American inventor, Nikola? At the time, the small aspiring automaker was promising one main vehicle, appropriately called the Nikola One, which the company boldly claimed would use a combination of a 320kWh battery, a range-extending turbine […]
California Extends Climate Change Laws to 2030
That means more EVs!
When it comes to combating air pollution, one of the most aggressive states has been California, who pledged back in 2006 that it would reduce emissions back to the level they were in 1990 by 2020. This included a number of measures, including a pollution tax, restrictions on carbon in fuel, and the oft-mentioned zero-emissions […]
Opel Ampera-e to Debut at Paris Motor Show
The Chevy Bolt’s European cousin is taking a trip to France. Today Opel announced that the Opel Ampera-e will have its world premiere at the “Mondial de l’Automobile” in Paris, which runs from October 1st through the 16th. The German automaker is touting the new electric car as both emission-free and fun-to-drive, with its winning […]
Audi’s New Technology Turns Bumpy Roads into Opportunities
Bumpy and rough roads are the absolute worst. Not only can they damage your vehicle, but they require intense concentration at their very worst to keep control of a jolting steering wheel. Recently, Audi has revealed a new piece of technology that could not only make riding over bumpy roads more comfortable, but worth something […]
2017 Hyundai Sonata Overview
The 2017 Hyundai Sonata is a front wheel-drive sedan that can hold up to five people in its spacious cabin. Due to its affordable price tag, the Hyundai Sonata is one of the most popular options in the mid-size sedan segment and it also provides a long list of standard features that make this car […]
The Three Generations of the Nissan Murano Mid-Size Crossover
The mid-size crossover segment is a crowded one, and today’s offerings include many impressive vehicles that suit a wide range of drivers, from single city dwellers to suburban families, and even country-dwelling retirees. With so many cars on offer, it can be tricky to know which one to pick. While all crossovers in this segment […]
2017 Porsche Cayenne Overview
With so many well-known vehicles in its lineup like the iconic 911 sports car, Panamera sedan, and Boxster convertible, it might come as a surprise that Porsche’s best-selling vehicle is actually the Cayenne midsize SUV. The 2017 Cayenne offers consumers the choice of six unique powertrains, each of which provides varying levels of performance and efficiency. In […]
Mitsubishi Unveils XM Concept Crossover SUV in Indonesia
Mitsubishi’s plan to focus mostly on SUVs in its lineup is no secret. In fact, the Japanese carmaker has even gone as far as to promise a new SUV each year until 2021. Because of this, it should come as no surprise that Mitsubishi is already on the way to creating another new SUV—but this […]
2017 Toyota Prius v Overview
The 2017 Toyota Prius v is the car you go look for on the dealership lots when you want the biggest car you can get that has the best possible fuel economy. It’s a compact hybrid wagon, which means it’s not quite as big as an SUV—though it gets close—and still manages to be as […]
General Motors of Mexico Honors Domestic Network with Supplier Excellence Awards
General Motors revealed that it purchased $15.1 billion in parts from suppliers in Mexico in 2015, 7.6% more than the amount purchased in 2014. The increase in purchases moves Mexico into the position of GM’s second-largest global supplier of components, with Mexican-manufactured products accounting for around 19% of all global parts purchases last year. Only […]
Chevrolet Sells 100,000th Volt, Helps Pave Way for Mainstream EVs
Anyone who has read my articles (hi, mom!) can probably tell at least one thing about me: I like electric cars. In addition, you would also probably glean that I was especially impressed with the Chevy Volt, the first PHEV to offer 53 miles of range on electricity before switching back to gas and going […]
2017 GMC Terrain Overview
The 2017 GMC Terrain is a small SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $24,070. The highlights of the new GMC Terrain include a rugged exterior design, spacious interior, and an available V6 engine that’s rated at 301 horsepower. In addition, consumers can upgrade to their heart’s content with available features such as leather upholstery, […]
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars Might Actually Be Usable
When Toyota first unveiled the Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicle (FCV), reactions were mixed. On the one hand, the technology was great—what was not to love about an electric car that can go 300 miles, only needs five minutes to refill, and emits nothing but water vapor? It’s a bit like combining the long-range and […]
Infographic: Chevrolet Corvette Z06 vs Dodge Viper ACR vs Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Each type of vehicle on the road says something about the driver inside of it. For example, driver that pilot plug-in hybrids and EVs tend to be more concerned about the environment, while folks that drive luxury cars are looking for a way to showcase their status and swagger. However, there’s no better way to grab everyone’s […]
GM Orion Plant Honored as 8th Biggest Green Power User
There are a variety of ways that the General Motors Orion Assembly facility tries to reduce its environment footprint, but none of them are quite as effective as the nearby landfill that is used to power more than half of the plant using methane captured from decomposing trash, which helped it earn the honor of […]