The EPA has certified the new Cruze Diesel sedan is good for 52 mpg on the highway People, as a general rule, have a tendency to jump to conclusions. In the wake of Volkswagen’s diesel cheating scandal, the conclusion has seemed to be that diesel can no longer be trusted, and so VW was planning…
Toyota Confirms Discontinuation of RAV4 EV For the last two years, Toyota has offered an all-electric version of its small crossover RAV4. Last week, we learned that Tesla, which had been providing Toyota with batteries and motors for the RAV4 EV, would no longer be doing so. Instead, it’s likely that we will see a…
Recently, Buick unveiled a massive and comprehensive update to its Chinese sedan portfolio. This update saw the debut of such 2021 vehicles as the Verano GS, Regal GS, and Excelle GT Mild Hybrid. Buick also took the opportunity to launch the 2021 Buick LaCrosse, the latest iteration of the company’s flagship Asian-market sedan, which has…
Although Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) recently announced that it will incorporate the Chevrolet Camaro and Silverado into its lineup starting in 2018, there’s one Chevy model that is conspicuous by its absence: the Corvette. For such a sports-car-focused venture, HSV’s decision to exclude the sports car might come as something of a surprise. However, HSV Managing Director Tim Jackson…
The 2022 GMC Hummer EV Photo: GMC The all-new 2022 GMC Hummer EV made waves during its reveal last week, with reservations for its Edition 1 trim quickly filling up. While this supertruck may have garnered attention primarily for its all-electric powertrain and off-road capabilities, the Hummer EV also stands out with a unique Easter…
Photo: A. Kwangkaew Plato’s adage, “necessity is the mother of invention” definitely applies to the story behind a Japanese floating car design. Hideo Tsurumaki, the man responsible for catalyzing the design of the vehicle, lived through the tsunami that hit his country’s northeastern coast back in 2011. Besides the significant loss of life that occurred in…
Sorry, dude, you’re taking too long Back in 2009, a man named Paul Elio saw a major hole in the automotive market that he wanted to fill. And so, he set out to build an uber-efficient, affordable, and eco-friendly vehicle to which he bestowed his own name (Elio, not Paul… that would be weird). After…
Which of these Pokemon would make the worst driver? Photo: Warner Bros/Nintendo There’s one thing on everyone’s minds these days–and on their phones: Pokémon. With the release and overwhelming popularity of Pokémon Go, these pocket monsters are appearing everywhere…except (luckily) behind the steering wheels of cars. It’s dangerous enough hearing about people playing Pokémon Go while driving, but could…
This render of the new A6 e-tron Concept teases Audi’s next big milestone in EV luxury Photo: Audi Shanghai, China, is currently playing host to Auto Shanghai 2021. This expansive auto show is one of the first to accept in-person attendees since the COVID-19 pandemic began last year. Thanks to the event’s safety measures, enthusiasts…
Photo: Toyota Toyota, Honda, Volkswagen, and other non-unionized manufacturers are opposing a new proposal that would introduce a $2,500 EV tax credit for vehicles produced by union labor. The current EV tax credit is capped at $7,500 and the proposal could potentially raise the limit to $12,500 by adding a $2,500 credit for EVs made…
This Mustang Mach-E is a tribute to the Women Airforce Service Pilots Photo: Ford Ford always likes to show off a bit at the Experimental Aircraft Association AirVenture show. Following in the footsteps of cool one-offs like the 2019 Old Crow Mustang GT and 2015 Mustang Apollo Edition is a customized version of the newest…
The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus is made in Canada Photo: Lincoln When it comes to some things, it’s hard not to be a homer. Take it from anyone who’s ever cheered a professional sports team from Ohio. The Globe and Mail may have played a bit of favoritism in its review of the new 2021 Lincoln…
The 2022 Ford Maverick contends for North American Truck of the Year Photo: Ford The 2022 Ford Maverick is just lighting it up with reservations in the triple digits, deliveries well underway, and no shortage of praise across the board. Now the Maverick is looking to help Ford repeat as the winner of the North…
The design of the Lincoln Zephyr Reflection hints at what’s to come with the brands new EVs Photo: Lincoln With Lincoln announcing plans to go all-electric by 2030, all eyes turn to the recently revealed Zephyr Reflection. Lincoln says that the preview car, which debuted in Shanghai back in April, “hints to the brand’s future…
Photo: Honda Honda America has just opened its first full-scale wind tunnel in East Liberty, Ohio. The automaker says that the new $124-million facility, called Honda Automotive Laboratories of Ohio (or HALO for short), is “the world’s most advanced wind tunnel, with three separate state-of-the-art testing functions — aerodynamic, aeroacoustics, and racing — in one…
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