Photo: Toyota Scientists at the Toyota Research Institute, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Stanford University have discovered they can combine comprehensive experimental data with artificial intelligence to accurately predict the useful life of lithium-ion batteries before they begin to lose capacity. Researchers were able to give an algorithm “a few hundred million data points,” after…
2016 Nissan LEAF One Toronto real estate company is taking a drastic step in condominium purchasing incentives by offering new residents a free Nissan LEAF if the resident buys a parking space equipped with an EV charging station along with the condo. The company, Bside at Minto Westside, is partnering with Nissan Canada to offer…
WHAT’S ALL THIS THEN Oh, y’all thought this was gonna a slow news day? Welp. Strap in. Ford on Thursday offered up the first teaser images of an as-yet-unnamed small utility vehicle for off-roading, Ford Bronco, and Ford Mustang Shelby GT500; revealed that it will be launching a performance-oriented Ford Explorer ST; and confirmed that…
If a Cadillac sedan ends with a “TS” suffix, then it’s on the way out Update: JL Lavina, Asst. Manager of Communications for Cadillac, further elaborated on the replacement models for the Cadillac XTS, CTS, and ATS. According to Lavina, the three sedans will be replaced by two separate sedans: the Cadillac CT5 and another, as-of-yet…
Cadillac XT6 Sport Photo: Cadillac Each year, the editors at MotorTrend review the latest safety ratings to determine which vehicles are the safest. This year, the seven-passenger 2020 Cadillac XT6 earned a well-deserved spot on the 10 Safest SUVs for 2020 list thanks to its Top Safety Pick+ rating from IIHS and its 5-Star Overall…
Photo: Toyota Toyota president Akio Toyoda make a few unusually direct comments at competitor Tesla earlier this month, likening the company to a restaurant without a “real kitchen and a real chef.” The comments were made during a Toyota Motors earnings call, during which executives answered questions about how they planned to compete in the…
Have you ever walking into a car dealership and felt like the salesperson was speaking an entirely different language? No matter how hard you listened, they kept using terms and phrases that didn’t make any sense to you. Every industry has its own terminology, including the automotive market. Although jargon builds understanding within that niche,…
Photo: Chevrolet The all-new 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV delivers sleek and sporty looks, a fun-to-drive feel, and a wealth of advanced tech features. With multiple distinct configurations for performance, range, and design, this all-electric midsize SUV places more power in the hands of consumers. The Blazer EV is available in 1LT, 2LT, RS, and SS…
Cadillac is discontinuing the CT6 Plug-In for the U.S. market Cadillac is, well, pulling the plug on the only electrified vehicle in its U.S. lineup. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-In won’t be available in America for the 2019 model year. The CT6 Plug-In is built in China for the Chinese market. For the past few years,…
Honda’s 3E Robotics Concept suite While Honda is mostly known as an automaker, those who follow the brand a little more closely know that it also likes to delve into the world of robotics and mobility. Just ahead of CES 2018 (January 9th through the 12th), Honda released a video preview of four tiny, adorable…
DENDO DRIVE HOUSE Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announced the DENDO DRIVE HOUSE back in March at the Geneva Auto Show. Now, the company has begun limited sales of the system in Japan. The First Reveal: Mitsubishi at the Geneva Auto Show Beginning on October 3, the DENDO DRIVE HOUSE started selling in Tokyo,…
Back when the first Chevy Volt rolled onto the road, it was met with mixed reviews, with critics pointing out the car’s limited fuel choices, unintuitive dashboard, and more limited electric range (although that is a little unfair, given that the Volt’s range is still longer than most plug-in hybrids today). The second-generation Chevrolet Volt,…
BMW Smart Charging App BMW is launching a new Smart Charging App that could help BMW i customers save as much as $400 every year on their electric bills. It integrates directly into the existing BMW i Remote App available to all Android and iOS device users, making BMW the first automotive manufacturer to offer…
2014 Nissan LEAF According to Green Car Reports, Nissan has upped the amount of North American content used in its Nissan LEAF, making it more competitive in that regard with the Volt and Focus Electric, both products of American automakers. First Delivery: Check out the first 2016 Nissan Titan delivered to customers Reportedly, the first…
In the land of electrified vehicles, one plug-in hybrid stands alone, with a full 53 miles of range as well as hatchback versatility and surprising electric driving dynamics: the 2018 Chevrolet Volt. Meet More Chevy: Check out the compact, zippy Chevy Sonic [wptab name=”What’s New”] Photo: © General Motors What’s New for the 2018 Chevrolet Volt?…
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