National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) was created by the Highway Safety Act of 1970 as an agency of the United States government’s executive branch and their Department of Transportation. Today, the NHTSA is primarily known for authoring and applying Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and conducting crash testing—vehicles that receive the annual NHTSA […]
2014 Nissan LEAF Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Nissan LEAF There will be slight changes for the small electric car in the 2014 model year with a new standard backup camera system on all grades, an updated electronic vehicle information technology system, which will include voice destination entry and SMS readout, and a reduced price on a new […]
CEO Winterkorn Confirms Midsize Volkswagen SUV on its Way to States
Makes other announcements, none of which have anything to do with snowfall or starchy vegetables
My mother always taught me never to trust a man with a funny name, but I think I’m going to have to make an exception in this case. Just yesterday, CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft (take that, MS Word spell check!), Professor Dr. Martin Winterkorn, announced a multi-billion dollar investment program in North America to take […]
2014 Chevrolet Volt Overview
What’s New for the 2014 Chevrolet Volt The Chevy Volt remains widely unchanged for the 2014 model year except in one key category – the price. The 2014 Chevy Volt will cost as much as $5,000 less than the 2013 model. |2014 Chevrolet Volt Specifications| 2014 Chevrolet Volt Exterior The 2014 Chevy Volt is a […]
2014 Infiniti Q50 Overview
2014 Infiniti Q50 Exterior There’s no denying the sporty character that the 2014 Q50 embodies, while the sleek sweep of the hood hints at the entry-level luxury that Infiniti is looking to sell. The smoother curves and subtle character lines add to this luxurious feeling, making the sport sedan welcoming. 2014 Infiniti Q50 Performance The […]
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Overview
2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in Exterior The 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-in is renowned for its impressive fuel economy and electric driving capabilities, but the exterior design of the new plug-in is what will set it apart from competitors. The sleek, sculpted lines of the Prius Plug-in provide an aerodynamic appearance unlike any other vehicle in its […]
Chevrolet Models and Information
Chevrolet (also commonly referred to as Chevy) is one of four General Motors brands—and the top-selling one at that. Its most popular model in the U.S. is the Silverado pickup, but the brand finds success in almost every segment, ranging from subcompacts to SUVs, as well as alternative fuel vehicles, including the Volt, which was […]
2014 Ford Focus Overview
2014 Ford Focus Exterior The 2014 Ford Focus is available as either a sedan or a four-door hatchback. Regardless of the model, each flaunts the bold Ford grille, which is similar to that on the Focus’s larger cousin, the Fusion. The sculpted lines of the 2014 Ford Focus give the sporty compact a bold and […]
2014 Cadillac ELR Coupe Overview
2014 Cadillac ELR Coupe Exterior The 2014 Cadillac ELR is an eye-catcher with smooth, sweeping lines that create an aesthetically pleasing exterior, while remaining aerodynamic. This contemporary style makes you feel like you’re stepping into the world of luxury the moment you set sights on it. While it’s based on the Chevrolet Volt, there are […]
Toyota FCV Concept to Make North American Debut
Vehicles that run off hydrogen and whose only emissions are a little bit of water seem like science fiction, but if you’ve been following the automotive industry in the last year, you would know that they are very much a reality. Toyota has announced that it will take its next step toward getting these vehicles […]
XL1 Test Drive: Volkswagen Lets 261 MPG Car Loose on New York
Volkswagen unleashed the future on the streets of New York this past week when the VW XL1 began a month-long tour in the Big Apple this past week. The XL1 is being hailed as die Zukunft of Das Auto due to both its straight-out-of-sci-fi design and its two-cylinder TDI plug-in hybrid powertrain that enables it […]
Hyundai Intrado Fuel-Cell Concept to Debut at Geneva Show
In the alternative fuel world, hydrogen fuel-cell technology is the new black—so it’s no surprise that Hyundai has announced a new fuel-cell concept that is set to debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show in March. The Hyundai Intrado fuel-cell concept will incorporate Hyundai’s next generation hydrogen fuel-cell electric powertrain. Constructed around a lightweight structure, […]
2014 Cadillac ELR Reviewed: More Than a Luxury Volt
The 2014 Cadillac ELR has been hotly anticipated by Caddy enthusiasts and green driving advocates since it was first announced. Kelley Blue Book recently got their hands on the luxury carmaker’s electric coupe and seemed more than impressed with what Cadillac’s engineers have created. RELATED: Current Cadillac Lineup Based upon and very nearly identical to the […]
New Ford Edge Concept Technology Is Cutting Edge
Pun so intended.
Ford Motor Company today unveiled the all-new Ford Edge Concept, which previews the direction that the American automaker will take with the next-generation Ford Edge production vehicle. The stunning concept is laden with new prototype technology (as well as updated technology that we already see on the market) and is marked by heightened fuel-efficiency, improved […]
Inspiration for Nissan BladeGlider Concept Came from the Sky
By looking at the Nissan BladeGlider Concept, you probably would just assume that it is another futuristic concept used to get a little publicity that will never even see roadways. According to Nissan’s insistence that its recently-revealed EV is a prototype of a production car, you would be wrong. If the earliest looks at the […]
Honda Will Reveal FCEV Concept at 2013 LA Auto Show
With a number of alternative energy vehicle options available on the market, more and more carmakers are turning their heads towards hydrogen fuel cell technology. Honda is one of these carmakers, and has recently announced that it intends to introduce its next generation fuel cell car at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week. Honda […]
Overview of the 2014 Volkswagen Jetta
Get Active: Go wherever you want with the VW Tiguan GTE Active Concept In its 2014 Jetta, Volkswagen has crafted a vehicle that is diverse in its offerings but consistent in its performance. Models vary from the base, compact sedan to a sportier, performance-driven version to the environmentally-focused hybrid model. Each trim provides passengers with […]
Active Noise Cancelling Creates Quiet for Cadillac ELR Cabin
The Cadillac ELR cabin is so quiet when it’s running on batter power that you could hear a pin drop. In order to make sure that the peacefulness of the cabin isn’t interrupted during the transition from battery power to the gas-powered electric generator, the carmaker developed a way to preserve the peace and quiet […]