EU Sets Ambitious New Emissions Goals for 2030

A provisional agreement reached on plans to reduce greenhouse-gas #emissions from #EU fleet-wide for new cars & vans by 2030… https://t.co/NGwgk290z4 pic.twitter.com/185bWWuvt2 — CITA (@citainsp) December 19, 2018 Earlier this week, the European Union (EU) approved a new emissions goal. Now, all new cars sold in 2030 will emit 37.5 percent less carbon dioxide than…

Toyota and Yamaha Developing Hydrogen-Powered V8 Engine

Photo: Toyota Toyota and Yamaha have announced a new partnership revolving around the development of a 5.0-liter V8 engine that runs on hydrogen rather than gasoline. If that seems out of left field, it is — even for Toyota, which has been the car industry’s biggest proponent of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. But hydrogen FCVs…

2017 Buick Enclave Overview

The 2017 Buick Enclave is a midsize luxury SUV that carries a starting MSRP of $39,065. This SUV contains three rows of seating and can hold up to eight passengers. In addition to its spacious cabin, the new Enclave also provides abundant cargo space behind the rear seats, making it an ideal vehicle for parents…

Auto Execs: We’re Still Pursuing Fuel Efficiency Tech

It’s easy to slip into superlatives when talking about politics. This was especially apparent over the past week, as President Trump promised to reopen the EPA’s emissions regulations for 2022-2025 to a mid-term review next April. Environmental groups and Consumer Advocate groups responded vehemently, and comment sections will filled with people tearing at their hair…

New Solar-Powered Stop Signs Could Make Country Roads Safer

Maybe it’s happened to you: You’re enjoying a relaxing drive on a quiet country road surrounded by trees or cornfields. Suddenly, you encounter a stop sign you weren’t expecting and have to stomp on your brakes — narrowly avoiding a collision with another vehicle in the process. As they approach intersections in heavily populated areas,…

Kia Takes Home Best Buy Awards for the Rio and Soul

Kia was recently awarded two 2019 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Awards for the Rio and Soul. These two subcompact vehicles offer superior pricing for the features and tech options that you don’t often see on affordable vehicles. They also make smart use of limited space, and Kia’s famous seven-year warranty adds an extra blanket…

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Award-Winning Volvo XC60 is Product of the Year

Photo: Volvo The 2019 Volvo XC60 added another award to its trophy room on Thursday with the Automotive, Electrical or Electronic Product of the Year. It won this award at the Plastic Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Learn More: About the 2019 Volvo XC60 SUV As a previous winner at other auto shows, the…

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Tips for Driving When the Power Is Out

Photo: grendelkhan Over the weekend, Hurricane Irma barreled through the Atlantic, causing severe damage to several islands before finally landing in southern Florida. The Sunshine State is lacking sunshine, and a significant portion of the state is lacking power, too. Now that the active rainfall has cleared, some people are getting back on the roads….

5 Cool Features on the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq

Photo: Cadillac The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is the brand’s first fully electric production model, but that’s not the only innovative thing about it. Here’s a look at five of the most unique features on this futuristic SUV. More Cadillac Innovation: Cadillac Escalade recognized as Luxury Model of the Year Choreographed lighting Photo: Cadillac Cadillac models…

Cadillac is a Top Brand in Customer Service Survey

In the latest J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Customer Service Index Study, brands were graded based on customer satisfaction with the automaker’s repair and maintenance services. J.D. Power assessed the responses from owners of one-to-three-year-old vehicles, and found that Cadillac was the second-highest-ranked premium brand in the study. Here’s what made Cadillac stand out from the…

Toyota Hybrids Stay on the Road Longer Than Any Other Cars

Photo: Toyota A new analysis by iSeeCars.com shows that owners of Toyota hybrids keep their cars longer than owners of any other nameplate. The analysis covered 900,000 used cars from the 2012-2013 model years, which was selected because at the time, hybrid powertrains were finally becoming available across multiple market segments. Additionally, a substantial number…

Cruise Automation Reveals Its First Fully-Driverless Car

GM’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Cruise Automation, recently debuted its first 100 percent driverless car. It’s called Cruise Origin. GM intends this model for production sometime in the future. Here’s what we know about the Origin so far. Go Green in 2020: Tips for observing a more eco-friendly lifestyle Mobility as we know it is being…

GM on Pace to Hit Renewable Energy Goal 5 Years Early

A photovoltaic solar array at GM’s Factory ZERO in Michigan Photo: GM General Motors is making huge strides toward running all its U.S. facilities on fully renewable energy. The automaker’s goal was to accomplish this by 2030, but it’s currently on track to do so by 2025 instead. Equinox vs. Trailblazer: Which Chevy SUV is…

Jeep Wrangler 4xe Makes Wards 10 Best Engines List

The 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Photo: FCA The Jeep Wrangler 4xe earned a spot on the Wards 10 Best Engines and Propulsion Systems list with its plug-in hybrid propulsion system. This system combines a 2.0-liter engine, two electric motors, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. Learn More About the Wrangler 4xe: Features of the 2021…

5 Chevy Models That Have Different Names Overseas

A Volt by any other name would smell, err… drive, as sweet Across all GM brands, model names vary widely and sometimes follow specific themes. Chevy has the longest running nameplate, the Suburban, while Buick has its collection of ‘E’ names with the Encore, Envision, and Enclave. GMC takes a more natural approach with names…

1985 DeLorean DMC-12 Doc Brown Overview

Image: Universal Pictures The day has arrived, and so has the 1985 DeLorean DMC-12, Doc Brown version, with all the futuristic looks of the original DMC-12 mixed with an advanced hybrid Mr. Fusion Flux Capacitor System. The 1985 DeLorean DMC-12 Doc Brown comes in only one trim, with an option to add a hovercraft lift…

Honda E Production Model Debuts at Frankfurt Motor Show

Honda e Photo: Honda The future is electric, according to most of the automotive industry. Around the globe, countries are pushing automakers to develop electric-powered cars so we as a planet can reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and create a long-term livable world for our children. In the U.S., Honda currently has several hybrid…

Ford EcoBoost Hybrid Adds Seven-Speed Automatic

Ford Puma EcoBoost Hybrid available with a seven-speed automatic Photo: Ford Ford is offering a new seven-speed automatic transmission for its Puma and Fiesta powered by the 1.0-liter EcoBoost Hybrid. The new dual-clutch gearbox gives drivers of the efficient hybrids a sportier and more hands-on feel while improving performance in the city. Efficient New Fords:…

2018 Lexus ES Overview

Meet the 2018 Lexus ES: the epitome of luxury sedans. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the 2018 Lexus ES? For 2018, the Lexus ES carries over unchanged. 2018 Lexus ES Photos: New for 2018 | Exterior | Performance | Efficiency | Interior | Safety [/wptab] [wptab name=”Exterior”] 2018 Lexus ES Exterior The Lexus ES…