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University of Michigan To Test 3D-Printed Driverless ‘SmartCarts’

University of Michigan To Test 3D-Printed Driverless ‘SmartCarts’

According to its web site, Local Motors is “a technology company that designs, builds, and sells badass vehicles.” Despite being potty-mouths, the technology company recently unveiled its first 3D-printed vehicle, while also agreeing to build three 3D-printed autonomous “SmartCarts” for the University of Michigan. The school will use these vehicles for testing in order to decide whether […]

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Ford’s Belle Isle GP Racer Uses 3D-Printed Parts

Ford’s Belle Isle GP Racer Uses 3D-Printed Parts

Ford’s entrant at this past weekend’s Belle Isle Grand Prix featured an intake manifold built not by conventional means, but rather by a 3D printer. By using a 3D-printed component, the Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates Daytona Prototype car is just the latest Ford vehicle to benefit from the fascinating technology. “3D computer printers […]

 Aaron Widmar

These 3D-Printed Children’s Cars Are Imaginative, Heartwarming

These 3D-Printed Children’s Cars Are Imaginative, Heartwarming

Do you remember pinewood derby races? You know–when boy scouts take small blocks of wood, carve out the shape of a vehicle, attach four plastic wheels, and race the final product down a sloped track. Perhaps you’re even old enough to have made one yourself. If you did, chances are you or your parents kept […]

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Ford Developing 3D-Knitted Car Seat Covers

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 […]

 Zachary Berry

GM Launches Plan to 3D Scan the Vehicles in Its Heritage Collection

GM Launches Plan to 3D Scan the Vehicles in Its Heritage Collection

General Motors is working with the Historic Vehicle Association to develop a blue-light 3D scanning technology, designed to help preserve its historic vehicles

Historic vehicles offer automotive enthusiasts a glimpse into how cars used to be designed and built. Unfortunately, these models can be very vulnerable. All it takes is one mishap or catastrophe for these models to be lost to time forever. General Motors wants to keep its historic models and concepts safe from such catastrophes. That’s […]

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Leopard-Print Corvette Is Hot, HOT, HAAAWT

Leopard-Print Corvette Is Hot, HOT, HAAAWT

This 1971 Chevy Corvette C3 with a custom leopard-skin paint job is more than just eye-catching. It is, in the immortal words of Ruby Rhod, hot, hot, HAAAAWWT! And yet, somehow, unable to attract a buyer The classic car did actually receive a $6,600 bid on eBay, but that wasn’t enough to meet the reserve […]

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Check Out These Cutting-Edge, Digital 3D Mazda3 Ads!

Check Out These Cutting-Edge, Digital 3D Mazda3 Ads!

Mazda is testing new online technology in Norway to bring fresh attention to those banner ads that saturate the internet. To promote the Mazda3, the automaker has partnered with ad tech company, Cxense, and Danish creative shop, Halbye Kaag, to produce the first-ever syndicated 3D digital banner ads. From what viewers describe, it looks like the […]

 Kyle Johnson

Ford First to Use Recycled Ocean Plastics for Parts

Ford First to Use Recycled Ocean Plastics for Parts

Around 13 million metric tons of plastic waste enter our oceans every year. This, to put things mildly, is super not cool. A massive effort is needed to help clean up the seas, and Ford is getting involved today by making component parts from 100 percent recycled ocean plastics for its all-new Bronco Sport. Blue […]

 Kyle Johnson

2022 Ford Maverick Gets Standard FITS Tether System

2022 Ford Maverick Gets Standard FITS Tether System

Ford has already touted the flexibility and customization of the all-new Maverick with its Flexbed. But there’s plenty more versatility inside the truck, too. In fact, there’s enough to give you FITS. FITS, of course, standing for the standard Ford Integrated Tether System. Coming Next Year: The all-new 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is the most […]

 Kyle Johnson

Mustang Mach-E First Edition Comes with Cool Sculpture

Mustang Mach-E First Edition Comes with Cool Sculpture

If you’re one of the lucky ducks who scored a Ford Mustang Mach-E First Edition, you’re getting a little extra something-something. These ultra-limited ponies also come with an additional ultra-limited pony: a 3D printed wireframe sculpture of the iconic pony emblem.   Coming Soon from Ford: All-new 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor bares its claws with […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Lexus Presents Freedom to Move at Design Miami

Lexus Presents Freedom to Move at Design Miami

Recently, we covered the collaboration between Lexus and designers Tosin Oshinowo and Chrissa Amuah — and now, we’re following up to see what they created. Their works were showcased at Design Miami, in an exhibit called Freedom to Move. Here’s a look at what was on display. Express Your Taste in Design: Cool accessories for […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Mazda Heroes Program Awards New Car to Middle School Teacher

Mazda Heroes Program Awards New Car to Middle School Teacher

Mazda created the Mazda Heroes Program to honor people who’ve gone above and beyond to serve their communities during these uncertain times. Jason Erdreich, a 26-year-old middle school shop teacher, certainly fits the bill. Here’s how this innovative educator made a difference for thousands of people. Designed with Drivers in Mind: Learn all about the […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Mazda Heroes Awarded Special-Edition Miatas on Good Morning America

Mazda Heroes Awarded Special-Edition Miatas on Good Morning America

The Mazda Heroes program was meant to honor people who stepped up and helped their communities during the pandemic. Now, three extraordinary nominees have been awarded their very own Mazda MX-5 Miata 100th Anniversary Edition models, presented on national TV. Fit for a Hero: Learn more about the Mazda Miata Three hometown heroes Mazda Heroes […]

 Aaron Widmar

Review: Audew Portable Air Compressor Inflates Your Car’s Tires on the Go

Review: Audew Portable Air Compressor Inflates Your Car’s Tires on the Go

A car’s tires slowly lose air as the seasons change and time passes, and it’s important to keep those tires properly inflated for safety and efficiency reasons. A portable air compressor is a valuable tool to have in those situations — or when you have a roadside emergency out-of-state. Digital tire inflators can cost a […]

 Kyle Johnson

First Shipments of Ford Respirators Arriving Nationwide

First Shipments of Ford Respirators Arriving Nationwide

Ford Motor Company on Wednesday sent its first shipment of powered air-purifying respirators to medical facilities across the United States. The Ford Limited-Use Public Health Emergency PAPR, designed in collaboration with 3M, will help frontline healthcare workers stay safe and healthy as they work to save lives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s Back: The XLT […]

 Kurt Verlin

Honda Pledges $1 Million to COVID-19 Emergency Relief

Honda Pledges $1 Million to COVID-19 Emergency Relief

Honda is committing to COVID-19 emergency relief by helping its associates, customers, partners, and communities. It’s starting with an initial $1 million pledge to food banks and meal programs across North America. The automaker says its family of companies throughout the continent will donate to community organizations that address food insecurity. In addition to the […]

 Kyle Johnson

Ford Teaming with 3M, GE to Build Respirators

Ford Teaming with 3M, GE to Build Respirators

Ford announced on Tuesday that it will team with companies including 3M and GE Healthcare to bolster the production of medical supplies and equipment. This includes an exploration into whether Ford facilities can support the production of 3M’s powered air-purifying respirators and GE Healthcare’s ventilators. “This is such a critical time for America and the […]

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Teen’s Blind Spot-Eliminating Prototype Nets $25,000 Award

Teen’s Blind Spot-Eliminating Prototype Nets $25,000 Award

Blind spots are a danger zone for every driver. Changing lanes and not being able to really see if a vehicle is there or not is not an ideal maneuver for anyone’s safety. To help eliminate the “blind spot” in a driver’s blind spot, automakers have created monitoring systems and technologies that are standard or […]