While most of the automotive industry has its sights on the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week, wise enthusiasts will be keeping an eye on the Consumer Electronic Show (CES 2017) in Las Vegas this week. Why? Because the wares on display in Detroit might be glittery, but CES presentations are offering real…
2019 Nissan LEAF e+ The best-selling Nissan LEAF has made its mark on the automotive world and drivers since its debut in 2010, with its eco-friendly powertrain, advanced technologies, and a new way of looking at how people drive. Its latest history-making achievement is all about a staggering number — the Nissan LEAF has earned…
Could GM beat Tesla to the electric-van punch next year? Photo: General Motors General Motors’ dedication to an all-electric future for its vehicles has been well documented for years. The company continues to push for innovations in EV technology, and that push has been rumored to involve work vans for a while now. A report…
A recent study from AAA confirmed that auto depreciation is the top expense new car owners face. This cost comprises nearly 40 percent of the total cost of new vehicle ownership. That translates to owners paying more than $3,000 each year. The data also indicated that sedans had a higher depreciation rate than other segments such as…
Tel Aviv is experimenting with electric roads Photo: PublicDomainPictures via Pixabay via CC Israel is planning on making it easier to maintain green public transportation. Per CNN’s Alexis Benveniste, Tel Aviv is launching a pilot that will install an electric road from Klatzkin Terminal to Tel Aviv University Railway station. Here’s what you should know…
Ford is revealing its E-Transit on Nov. 12 Photo: Ford If you’re in search of a commercial van and want to reduce your carbon footprint, mark your calendars for Nov. 12. Ford reveals its all-new, all-electric E-Transit later this month, adding an electrifying new chapter to the legacy of the world’s best-selling cargo van. Hot…
Another year has drawn to a close, and as we turn ourselves to the business of 2018, let us pause for one moment, and remember the vehicles which are no longer with us, whether due to the actions of the automaker, the whims of the car-buying public, or the influence of cold, hard, inevitability. Tough Choices:…
Charging electric vehicles Photo: General Motors Years ago (too many to say aloud without crying) when my first son was a toddler, I was working full time and gas prices were exceptionally high. When I’d stop for gas after I’d drop him at preschool/daycare before heading into work, I’d calculate how many hours I’d have…
Remember Bill Nye the Science Guy? If not, this will probably jog your memory: If the answer is still no, Bill Nye is a former mechanical engineer who has since become a science educator, writer, and TV presenter, with most people knowing him from his 90s TV show in which, as that intro theme song…
The 2016 Chevy Corvette Stingray Chevrolet might be planning a new EV, though this time the acronym would mean more than just “Electric Vehicle.” If the rumors are true, the two initials could also stand for “Electric Vette.” Chris Doanne Automotive in Detroit recently posted an image to Facebook showing a December 16th trademark application…
Photo: 陳 好酸 The newest electric car maker to join the market may be the same company that keeps your carpet clean, according to reports coming out of the UK. There, government documents recently revealed (apparently by accident) that Dyson, manufacturer of the bagless vacuum in your closet, was receiving money from the UK government…
Charging electric vehicles Photo: General Motors Typically, when you lose power in your home due to a storm or electrical outage, you just have to wait it out until the electric company can restore it. But, what about your electric vehicle? Is it possible to keep it moving during a power outage? Available Now: All-new…
Photo: Moyan Brenn Paris has added its voice to the list of clean air advocates by setting 2030 as the goal for prohibiting combustion engine autos from city streets. “Transport is one of the main greenhouse gas producers… so we are planning an exit from combustion engine vehicles,” expresses Christophe Nadjovski, one of the city’s…
2018 models are starting to roll into dealerships, which means brands like Hyundai are introducing some changes to their latest models. While some vehicles are carrying over the same features as in 2017, others are offering new highlights or designs. Check out what Hyundai is bringing to its 2018 lineup. More Information: Details on Hyundai’s…
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E still red hot through 2021 Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company closed out the first half of 2021 with a new record for electrified vehicle sales, thriving behind the all-new Mustang Mach-E and Ford F-150 PowerBoost among others. Sales of electrified Ford vehicles are up 117 percent from the pace set through…
New Year’s is the perfect time to throw out old processes that no longer work and try new ones. That’s why the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety plans on implementing a new side-impact testing method in 2020. Ready for Winter: How to prep your Chevy for colder weather Current method of side-impact testing The IIHS recently…
Engine under the hood Photo: Kevin P. via Pixabay Cars are complex pieces of machinery, and as technology improves each year, the electrical systems in vehicles become even more complicated. An issue with your car’s electrical system can range from a minor inconvenience to a full-blown catastrophe. And while your first thought might be to…
Photo: Chris Waits Generally, people know that a car that was in a flood is likely going to have severe problems. Flood waters pool in engine parts that are definitely not supposed to have water in them, while washing a variety of mud and other contaminants into every nook and cranny. This is not what…
2019 might be gradually drawing to a close. However, some automotive trends will likely continue as we transition into 2020 — like the U.S. consumer’s slow (but persistent) shift toward viewing electric vehicles more favorably. In fact, during the third quarter of this year, more Americans bought electric vehicles than models with manual transmissions. Tire…
Photo: Mikes Photos If you’ve been researching electric cars, you’ve probably heard a lot about how owning an electric car will “save you money at the pump.” Sure, you won’t have to spend money on gas — especially with the spiking prices — but with electric car sticker prices so high, does it really save…
Photo: Honda Honda plans to electrify more than two-thirds of its global lineup by 2030, and while performance vehicles tend to be the last to receive electrification, it doesn’t entirely leave them out of the picture. In fact, Honda Civic Type R project leader Hideki Kakinuma says it’s entirely possible that Honda would eventually make…
Photo: Ford Motor Company As if the debut of the Mustang Mach-E and sizable financial investments weren’t indication enough, Ford is going all in on electrification. As the Blue Oval turns increasingly toward EVs, electric motors become a larger priority. Where most electric motors are typically purchased from suppliers, Ford seems poised to build its…
The Elantra is one of seven Hyundai models on Car and Driver’s 2021 Editors’ Choice list Photo: Hyundai Every year, Car and Driver editors comb through more than 400 vehicles to find the very best options in 32 segments. For 2021, Hyundai emerged as a big winner — seven of the automaker’s vehicles were included…
More transportation trucks will be switching to electric on the West Coast Photo: Tommaso.sansone91 via CC Last year, nine West Coast utility companies and two agencies joined forces on the West Coast Clean Transit Corridor Initiative, a study that mapped out electric vehicle charging points for trucks. Last month, they published the results of the…
The Chevrolet Menlo electric crossover Photo: Chevrolet Chevrolet has unveiled the Menlo compact crossover — the brand’s first all-electric vehicle for the Chinese market. The Menlo made its debut earlier this month at the Chevrolet Gala Night and is currently on display at the Auto Guangzhou 2019 show. According to testing conducted under the New…
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