The Buick Velite 5 was quickly surpassed in China by more efficient GM vehicles Photo: General Motors Buick is currently General Motors’ top-selling American brand in the Chinese market. This success has allowed General Motors to expand the luxury brand’s reach in the country, producing SUVs and ever-popular sedans for Chinese drivers. Even vehicles that…
Photo: ©Toyota Back in April, Toyota revealed “Project Portal,” a hydrogen fuel cell-powered semi-truck that made more than 1,300 lb-ft of torque—and now the Japanese automaker has announced the truck is ready to be used for short routes at ports in California, known as drayage. After having completed more than “4,000 successful development miles,” the…
The Toyota Mirai was named the 2016 World Green Car at the New York International Auto Show The 22-mile all-electric range of the Toyota Prius Prime, unveiled last week at the New York International Auto Show, may have been a little underwhelming (given that its direct competition, the 2017 Chevrolet Volt, achieves an all-electric range…
Should women be hired to pose next to new cars on display? It’s auto show season, and that means cities across the country–and across the globe–will be hosting conventions where automakers will be parading their finest vehicular wares. Alongside some of those cars on the platforms will be elegantly-dressed women showing off the vehicles like…
The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Back toward the beginning of the month, Green Car Journal announced that the final five vehicles in the running for the title of Green Car of the Year at the LA Auto Show were the BMW 330e iPerformance, the Chrysler Pacifica, the Kia Optima, the Toyota Prius Prime, and the Chevrolet…
Yes, even in the middle of a sparsely populated Ohio forest, someone, somewhere, is making fun of J.D. Power.… Recently, we covered the collaboration between Lexus and designers Tosin Oshinowo and… When you’re shopping for a car, you’re hit with tons of names, only a fraction of which make sense. Here’s what I think of…
Lincoln is ending production of the Continental sedan in Q4 2020 Photo: Lincoln Lincoln Motor Company last week confirmed that the revival of the Continental has come to an end. Production on the Lincoln Continental will wrap up in the fourth quarter, ending the all-too-brief return of one of the luxury brand’s iconic names. Another…
The used-car experts at Kelley Blue Book recently named the 2021 Buick… Drivers looking to get the best value for selling their vehicles often… Subaru is no stranger to winning. So, is it any surprise that four of its 2021 vehicles claimed KBB Best Resale Value Awards?… With more people returning to the workplace, it’s…
The Lyriq EV will release nine months ahead of schedule Photo: Cadillac General Motors is continuing to move toward the all-electric future that is currently the main goal of the auto industry. As part of GM’s EV-focused plans, Cadillac is poised to bring green tech to the world of luxury. In a recent statement, GM…
Photo: Ford Motor Company 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…
For years, Hyundai has pioneered fuel cell technology, working hard to introduce the public to the idea of hydrogen-powered vehicles. Despite its best efforts publicize the potential of hydrogen fuel, Hyundai hasn’t yet made the impact it’s wanted to. Instead of giving up, Hyundai is gearing up for round two, doubling down on its mission…
April 17 is one of the most meaningful days on the Ford holiday calendar, and not because it’s within striking distance of Rex Manning Day. It’s National Mustang Day, and this year marks the 60th anniversary of the legendary pony car’s debut at the 1964 New York World’s Fair. And what better way to celebrate…
Ford set two new greenhouse gas emissions targets in a new report Photo: Ford In March, Ford Motor Company released its first integrated sustainability and financial report. Combining the objective of previous sustainability reports with financials pertinent to stakeholders, the report reveals two new 2035 targets for greenhouse gas emissions. Coming This Summer: You’ve got…
Unifor President Jerry Dias announces a tentative $1.95 billion deal with Ford Photo: Unifor Ford Motor Company of Canada and Unifor have reached a tentative agreement on a new, three-year contract. According to terms released early Tuesday afternoon, the deal includes a shared investment of $1.95 billion Canadian dollars in the Oakville Assembly and Windsor…
Organizers might move Detroit’s North American International Auto Show from January to October A move from January to October might be in the works for the Detroit auto show. Held in the home of America’s Big Three automakers, Detroit’s North American International Auto Show used to be the country’s foremost motor exhibition. In recent years,…
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