Ford and SK will produce EV battery cells via their BlueOvalSK joint venture Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company has enlisted the aid of SK Innovation as it continues to ramp up toward its all-electric future. The two companies last month signed a memorandum of understanding to form a joint venture, BlueOvalSK, that will produce battery…
The Silverado took center stage in terms of Chevy sales last month Throughout 2017, Chevrolet has had its fair share of ups and downs in terms of vehicle sales. As it turns out, September is definitely one of those “ups,” as the brand’s vehicle sales were up by 17.4%. Retail sales certainly didn’t suffer, undoubtedly…
GM President Mark Reuss, now oversees the North America, South America, China, and International regions Photo: General Motors On Nov. 1, General Motors President Mark Reuss added additional responsibilities to his title to include oversight for the North America, South America, China, and International Regions. The move was one of several announced as GM continues…
A new survey by the RV Industry Association shows that millennials are now more interested in buying an RV than any other age demographic — and while RV popularity has grown across the board, millennials are now beginning to put their money where their mouth is. Outdoorsy, an RV rental marketplace, says that first-time renters…
Photo: Chevrolet 2020 was a rough year in many respects, but it wasn’t too bad for the Chevy Bolt. This peppy little EV managed to move over 20,000 models. And thanks to that figure, it made Chevrolet the best-selling mass-market EV brand. Here’s a look at its sales figures. Help Your Chevy Go the Distance:…
Jim Farley officially took over as CEO on Oct. 1 Photo: Ford On Oct. 1, Jim Farley officially took the reins as CEO of the Ford Motor Company. Farley, the 11th CEO in company history, didn’t waste any time laying out his plans for the automaker and announcing a swath of changes in company leadership….
At-home charging just got a bit sweeter for Bolt EV owners in Texas Photo: Chevrolet A new collaboration between General Motors and Shell has positive implications for GM EV owners in Texas and beyond. GM EV owners in Texas now have an extra incentive for charging their vehicles at home: free overnight charging. The partnership…
Photo: Lincoln Lincoln has launched a new online sales tool called Lincoln Showcase that allows customers to virtually check out the new Corsair and Aviator. Consistent with the brand’s focus on personalized experiences and enhanced convenience, Lincoln Showcase also serves the purpose of keeping potential customers interested and engaged as the COVID-19 pandemic forces most…
The fast-charging Mustang Mach-E is the 2021 Green Car of the Year Photo: Ford In Green Car Journal’s 2021 Green Car of the Year and Green Truck of the Year awards, it’s a clean sweep for Ford. Ford took home two of the top prizes for 2021 thanks to the all-new 2021 Mustang Mach-E and…
Toyota and Mazda have entered a new business and capital alliance and announced they will together build a new, $1.6 billion automotive assembly plant in the United States that will create 4,000 jobs and produce approximately 300,000 units per year. Though neither company specified where the facility would be built, they did say it would be…
GM Chair and CEO Mary Barra speaks to investors earlier this month Photo: Steve Fecht for GM General Motors has big plans for the decade ahead — including an ambitious strategy to double its revenue and boost its margins by 2030. Do-It-All SUV: Get the scoop on the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox “GM has changed the…
A new EV driving route could connect lighthouses and other Lake Michigan attractions Photo: NOAA Great Lakes Environmental Research Laboratory via CC BY-SA 2.0 Michigan’s government is putting together plans for an EV-friendly driving route along the shore of Lake Michigan — a move that could boost the state’s auto and tourism industries and benefit…
Photo: Toyota Since 1996, Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia has made nearly 20 million powertrains — averaging at a little over 92 powertrains per minute. In tandem with the anniversary celebrations, the Toyota USA Foundation is awarding a $189,000 grant to the West Virginia University Institute of Technology to support after-school computer science in middle…
The latest statistics from Germany indicate that home batteries are a growing trend with consumers. One out of every two orders for rooftop solar panels sells as part of a battery storage system, per Yale Environment 360’s Paul Hockenos. And more than 120,000 German households and small-business owners are investing in solar units with battery…
The Ray’s EV Charging Lanes illustration Photo: The Ray Eighteen miles of West Georgia’s I-85 Highway, known as The Ray, is more than just a stretch of highway. It’s an example of clean energy revolutionizing the way we drive by implementing green technologies including a solar-paved roadway, solar-powered charging station, and roll-over tire pressure monitor….
Photo: Toyota Toyota is setting up a dedicated line at its plant in Georgetown, Kentucky, to assemble fuel cell modules. Companies will be able to use these module stop power zero-emission big rigs and other heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Alternative Fuel: Discover Toyota’s eco-friendly cars According to the automaker, the modules are “designed to fit in…
Photo: Nissan Normally, when we talk about automobile aerodynamics, we’re focusing on sports cars. But the new 2022 Nissan Ariya EV is about more than athletic performance — its aerodynamic design helps boost its eco-friendly efficiency. Thanks to its sleek profile, the Ariya has achieved a drag coefficient of 0.297, making it the most aerodynamic…
Mitsubishi has announced it will be calling it quits on the production of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution at the end of its current generation. The decision is part of a strategic move for the automaker to focus on the utility vehicles and electric cars that fuel Mitsubishi’s profits. “Mitsubishi Motors does not have any plans…
Nissan’s sustainable mobility efforts center in Rome and its partnership with the “DinamoBike – enjoy your power” project. Nissan continues to propel sustainable mobility forward. This time, its efforts center in Rome and its partnership with the “DinamoBike—enjoy your power” project. The project is designed to harness the “kinetic energy produced by the rotary movement of pedals into…
Simultaneously retro and modern, the Volkswagen I.D. Buzz concept will be making its commercial debut in the US, China, and Europe just five years from now (2022). According to Volkswagen, the all electric I.D. Buzz concept is set to satisfy the demands of consumers eager for a chance to drive the VW bus (perhaps again)…
Jason Luo Just five months removed from taking the position of Ford China CEO and Chairman, Jason Luo announced his resignation from the company this week citing “personal reasons.” Luo joined up with Ford this past September after leaving his role as president and CEO of Key Safety Systems following 10 years of service. “Jason…
Guess you’ll just have to settle for a killer Bronco SUV for the time being, huh? Photo: Ford Disappointment is unfortunately in great abundance these days. Though it’s not as depressing as having to strongly urge your family not to take horse dewormer, the news that Ford isn’t making a Bronco truck is pretty dang…
Ford looks to recreate a little history with the Mustang Mach-E and Ocean to Ocean Reimagined Photo: Ford With its Ocean to Ocean Reimagined cross-country tour, Ford is putting the Mustang Mach-E to the test to show off its long-distance driving capabilities. Over the course of 50 days, a pair of Ford’s all-electric SUVs will…
As could be reasonably expected with the eventual launch of production for the all-new 2016 Chevrolet Volt, GM plans to axe production on the previous-generation Volt. With the new Volt expected to arrive by the fall, the end of the road for the 2015 Volt is very nigh. According to Edmunds, GM will suspend production…
Everyone who’s seen The Fast and the Furious remembers Brian O’Connor’s little green Eclipse that he drives in most of the movie. What was it about the Eclipse that made it the quintessential tuner car of the 90s? Find out about each its four generations below. First Generation First Generation Mitsubishi Eclipse Photo: Spanish Coches…
The Ford Research & Engineering Center in Dearborn, Michigan, is receiving a new 2,159-panel solar array. Capable of generating 1,127 megawatt hours of energy, the rooftop array is the latest development stemming from a partnership between Ford and DTE Energy. Ford’s Sustainable Path Ford: All-new F-150 adds mighty, efficient PowerBoost hybrid V6 Ford and DTE…
For some drivers, a posted speed limit is more of a suggestion than a hard and fast rule, and their disregard not only puts other drivers at risk; it’s also a reckless way to burn through gas and money. The study, “Fuel Consumption Sensitivity of Conventional and Hybrid Electric Light-Duty Gasoline Vehicles to Driving Style,” by…
Mitsubishi has made the Outlander PHEV V2H-ready New Year’s Day is right around the corner, so now is about the time for compiling the ol’ list of resolutions. Somewhere very close to the top of Mitsubishi’s list has to be an entry written in big, bold marker letters: launch the Outlander PHEV in America. Mitsubishi…
It’s time to cool down the hype train, here. In the past several days, we have seen headlines crying “Mazda rotary coming in 2019!” citing an article from Automotive News (link at the bottom, subscription required). More Mazda: Meet the Mazda flagship, the three-row CX-9 However, annoyingly, that is not exactly what’s going on. What…
Toyota Reveals FCV Exterior The long-awaited moment is finally here. After months of anticipation, Toyota has revealed the production Fuel Cell Vehicle’s (FCV) exterior for the first time, and given us an approximate price tag for when the vehicle goes on sale in the Japanese market before April of next year. The European and U.S….
Ford was America’s top automaker for hourly employment last year Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company busted out its American flag and waved it all over the place Friday, announcing that it topped the American auto industry for hourly employment in America once again. Ford says that it employs more than 57,000 UAW-represented employees in America…
Photo: Volvo As we finally get used to writing 2020 on our checks or homework, it’s worth looking back at some of the most impressive sales figures of the previous year and the last decade. Namely, the fact that Volvo managed to sell just shy of 46,000 plug-in EVs in 2019. Join the club: Check…
The future, at long last, seems increasingly likely to be an electric one for the automotive industry. Among those leading the charge is General Motors, whose new Chevrolet Bolt EV has been tapped to begin its nationwide rollout this month and has thus far been a hit in its limited release. This might lead one…
Volkwagen is working very hard to make the auto world and its customers excited for the future. First the automaker unveiled the BUDD-e concept at the International Consumer Electronics Show, and now the Tiguan GTE Concept is making its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Keeping You Safe: Check out VW’s Safety…
Photo: Honda Honda has announced it is producing nearly 12,000 gallons of hand sanitizer through its Fuel Cell System Manufacturing partnership with General Motors. The two global automakers say they are making hand sanitizer as part of an “industry-wide effort to help alleviate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.” The sanitizer will be used at…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors On Monday, America’s Transportation Infrastructure Act of 2019 was introduced in the Senate. The long-awaited bill proposes transportation projects’ spending, including a maximum of $1 billion in spending on clean transportation. Going Green: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is 2019 Green SUV of the Year What the bill entails America’s…
2018 Nissan Leaf Nissan is mixing it up at this year’s annual Japanese Classic Car Show (JCCS) by showcasing two new 2018 models—the second-generation Nissan Leaf and the Nissan 370Z Heritage Edition—alongside some more seasoned vehicles—a 50th anniversary celebrating 1972 Datsun 510, the race worthy competitor 1994 Nissan D21 Hardbody Bonneville, and the record-holding 1970…
Photo: Mazda The 2022 Mazda MX-30, the brand’s first-ever battery electric mass-market vehicle, is finally headed to America. After finding success in key international markets, the new model will land stateside later this year. Meet the MX-30’s Gas-Powered Sibling: Shop for the Mazda CX-30 A glimpse into Mazda’s electrified future Photo: Mazda According to an…
Ford Ion Park will be based out of Romulous, Michigan Photo: Ford Earlier this spring, Ford Motor Company announced a new global battery center that will help the automaker’s mission of scaling battery research, development, and production for EVs. We now know that Ford Ion Park will emanate from Romulus, Michigan, repurposing an existing property….
Fast Company names Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis one of its Most Creative People Photo: Ford Ted Cannis, who was announced as the new CEO of Ford Pro back in June, was recently honored by Fast Company as one of its Most Creative People in Business 2021. Among the reasons for the honor, Cannis is…
Ford is just out here buying up anything and everything that’ll help it with its goal of becoming a world-renowned mobility company. The automaker this month confirmed its purchase of Spin, a San Francisco-based dockless electric scooter company that already has a fairly significant presence in the Bay City and beyond. Spin currently operates in…
Photo: notman05 After the Chevy Volt’s success lately (with winning Green Car of the Year and allowing a reviewer to stretch its electric range to twice the estimated limit), expectations for the upcoming reveal of the production model Chevy Bolt at the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show in January are very high. And it’s no surprise—Chevy…
Nissan vehicles are known for their exceptional drifting skills, and the Nissan GT-R even holds a world record for the world’s fastest drift. Japan’s powerful drift culture ensures that future Nissan performance vehicles will consider drifting performance in their engineering. That is true for the performance vehicles, but what about the everyday driving models? What…
Ford notes a decline in the popularity of manual transmissions in Europe Photo: Ford Though the all-new 2021 Ford Bronco is now one of the few vehicles on the road with a standard seven-speed stick shift, the popularity of the stick shift is on the decline in America as automatics are increasingly the norm. The…
The Next-Gen of Lancers is on the horizon If you want something done, you have to do it yourself. That might have to be Mitsubishi’s motto if they can’t find a partner to help produce the next wave of Mitsubishi Lancers. According to a report from Ward’s Auto, Mitsubishi is initiating in-house production of the…
2017 HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID AT 2017 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW While most automakers will be showing off their wild new concept models at the North American International Auto Show this week in Detroit, Hyundai and Genesis are avoiding the stage this time; neither are scrambling for the limelight. Having already showed off its wealth…
The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox will have a starting MSRP of less than $30,000 in Canada Photo: © General Motors The month of January has been a busy one for Chevrolet. Besides bringing its full model lineup to the Detroit Auto Show—including a life-sized LEGO Batmobile—the American automaker also showcased its 2018 Chevrolet Equinox at the…
Usually, the articles we write about car innovations are for drivers. This new piece of tech, though, is purely for backseat passengers. At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Audi unveiled a new virtual reality experience to make dull car rides much more exciting. Are You Ready? Make sure you’re prepared to drive in snow…
With recent laws and regulations up in the air, many consumers are trying to reduce their carbon footprint. To help you out, we’ve put together a few simple tips to push you closer to that goal when you’re behind the wheel. Tires 101: Maintenance and More Avoid traffic Yes, this one is easier said than…
Photo: Volkswagen For the first time ever, TIME has revealed a list of what it has deemed to be the 100 Most Influential Companies in the world. The inaugural TIME100 list included the likes of the NBA, actress Reese Witherspoon, the Roblox online gaming platform, and K-pop entertainment group HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment, of…
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