2021 Audi A7 Plug-In Hybrid Photo: Audi While the Audi A7 has been in production since 2010, it wasn’t until the 2021 model year that this attractive luxury sedan became available as a plug-in hybrid. Not long after its debut, the A7 was awarded a Top Safety Pick+ designation. Now the PHEV is being recognized…
The Lincoln Aviator scored a record sales start in Canada in Q1 2021 Photo: Lincoln Lincoln Motor Company of Canada sold 1,428 vehicles in Q1 2021, up 1.1 percent from its sales start to 2020. The company’s SUV lineup led Lincoln of Canada to a first-quarter uptick despite the fact that fewer than 20 sedans…
The head-up display in the GMC Sierra Denali Photo: General Motors Envisics is a startup that’s working on re-creating head-up display and adding augmented reality to the system. GM Ventures and other companies have invested a total of $50 million in the startup so far and plan to implement the new display in upcoming vehicles….
Potential electric-vehicle buyers in the Pacific Northwest might soon have more initiative to purchase an EV. Besides the federal income tax credit worth up to $7,500 for certain EV models, vehicle owners in Oregon can apply for a state rebate worth up to $2,500. Those in Washington are waiting to see whether or not the…
Rapid Red has proven a popular color choice for the Mustang Mach-E Photo: Ford Motor Company Reservations for the 2021 Mustang Mach-E are well underway, and Ford is taking a look at some of the early trends it’s noticed among folks who have slapped down $500 for the new electric SUV. “Since revealing the Mustang…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV interior Photo: Mitsubishi Motors If you want to feel in control behind the wheel, it’s worth pairing your engine with a manual transmission and shifting gears yourself. Unfortunately, if you’re a fan of the stick shift, you’re going to have a more difficult time finding your next car since fewer new…
Toyota and Suzuki have announced the two companies agreed to a capital alliance focusing on autonomous driving technology. Toyota will purchase a 4.94 percent stake in Suzuki for roughly $908 million at current exchange rates, while Suzuki will spend $455 million to acquire a much smaller, 0.2 percent share of Toyota. The firms had said…
Electriphi will help Ford Pro customers improve fleet charging and uptime Photo: Ford Ford Motor Company has acquired Electriphi as part of the development of its Ford Pro commercial business. The California-based company will be integrated into Ford Pro to provide customers with EV fleet and charging management software for businesses. Ford’s Hard-Working Trucks: All-new…
Ford has announced that The Sierra Club will be joining the Drive Green for Life program, which it founded with SunPower in an effort to further incentivize drivers to make the switch to an all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle. Drive Green For Life launched in 2011 and is currently available to homeowners in all 50…
Distract yourself from the pandemic with one of these car-themed audiobooks Need some fresh titles to add to your audiobook list? Whether you’re craving a virtual road trip or simply want to learn more about auto maintenance, here are some car-themed audiobooks you can purchase via Amazon. Quarantine Makeover: Refresh your car with these nifty…
The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse Sport Edition Photo: Chevrolet According to recently released data from the United States Environmental Protection Agency, cars are heavier and more powerful today than they’ve been in the last 45 years. Because of this, the average new car has the best power-to-weight ratio ever. Selecting the Right Car for Your Needs:…
Nissan partners with Delta to bring EV home charging to Nissan LEAF owners in Thailand Photo: Nissan By partnering together, Nissan and the global power supply provider Delta Electronics PCL are providing a convenient and much-needed amenity to drivers in Thailand eager to command or who are already behind the wheel of a Nissan LEAF…
Ford, DTE building a massive solar array atop the former’s Research & Engineering Center parking garage Photo: Ford 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…
Coming to the U.S. by the end of the year, the 2019 Nexo fuel cell SUV is Hyundai’s latest addition to its cutting-edge lineup of alternatively powered vehicles. It’s also a major improvement on Hyundai’s previous fuel cell vehicle, the Tucson FCEV. Here’s a closer look at some of the Nexo’s key features. Range and…
Chrysler Group today reported that the fuel savings and emissions due to its TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmissions have been astounding. Over their lifetimes, the transmissions, which power more than one million vehicles on the road, are projected to save drivers a collective $2.5 billion at the pump and will have prevented more than 700 million…
According to a recent press release by Mitsubishi, the brand will be bringing a compact SUV concept car to the Geneva Motor Show in March. From the pictures, it looks a hell of a lot like the XR-PHEV concept that they already revealed. Take a look for yourself. It also sounds like the XR-PHEV, as…
The all-new Voltec EREV Propulsion System for the 2016 Volt ©GM How long has the Chevrolet Volt been on the market? The first Volts appeared for the 2011 model year at the end of 2010, making the first Volts sold around six years old, now. So, as the Volts gradually get older and older, we…
Photo: Nissan Nissan and the Turo peer-to-peer car-sharing service are teaming up to bring benefits to new Nissan LEAF drivers. This nationwide promotion offers a $350 Turo credit when you lease or purchase a new LEAF. The Benefits of Buying a Nissan: Learn about these Nissan rewards The benefits of Turo Turo gives you access…
Welp, it’s time to get back out my floppy striped cap, vest with two dozen shiny brass buttons, pocket watch, and waxed handlebar mustache, because Mazda has officially fired up the Hype Train. Specifically, Mazda released a 16-second video that has tantalizing implications for the auto shows next month. More Mazda: Which Mazda crossover would…
Ford will build its new 2.5-liter Duratec in Valencia starting next year Photo: Ford Ford has announced that it will invest an additional 5.2 million euros ($6.3 million) in its Valencia operations to support its shift to electrified vehicles. Following an initial investment of 24 million euros ($29 million), the investment supports increased battery pack…
A Dendo Drive House diagram Photo: Mitsubishi Motors Earlier this year at the Geneva Motor Show, Mitsubishi showcased its Dendo Drive House technology. So, how does the system actually work? The following is a brief breakdown of the Mitsubishi Dendo Drive House System. At the core of the Dendo Drive House concept is the ability…
The Soul EV could see a big upgrade in electric range next year Kia doesn’t want you to feel like you have to give up funky style if you want to go green. That’s why it’s possibly making some big improvements to its electric Soul model that is sure to turn heads—and keep you as…
Carbon fiber is prevalent in a ton of products, and according to Nexus Media Writer Jeremy Deaton, “Carbon fiber is the Superman of materials.” But even Superman has his Kryptonite. Although carbon fiber is vital to so many items including wind turbine blades, bicycles, tennis rackets, and Formula One race cars, it’s expensive, from its…
The Cadillac lineup is about to experience some major changes. Over the next few years, the luxury brand is looking to double its profits and turn around years of declining sales. Part of that plan involves introducing a new model every six months or so. Here’s a look at some of the new vehicles Cadillac has…
Toyota has released EPA estimates for the 2016 Mirai fuel cell vehicle With its October release date coming ever closer, Toyota is finally releasing fuel economy numbers for the 2016 Mirai fuel cell vehicle. Are you sitting down? I hope so. Because the 2016 Mirai will get an EPA-estimated 67 MPGe city/highway/combined, and will be…
Photo: Hyundai Do you hear that screaming in the distance? Chances are, it’s the BTS Army and they’re REALLY EXCITED about something Jungkook and RM have done. Or perhaps it’s the K-pop group’s new collaboration with Hyundai and all of the super kawaii videos and images that have been released as a result. (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧ Need…
2019 Cadillac CT6-V Photo: Cadillac At the 2019 Miami International Auto Show, Cadillac displayed the new 2020 CT6 Platinum. The model had a brand new ‘800T’ badge, which is a result of a torque-based naming scheme. New Features Added: 2020 Cadillac XT5 The reasoning behind the badge Cadillac is planning on using the torque-based naming…
Could the 2021 ID.4 become the next World Car of the Year? Photo: Volkswagen Every year, the WCOTY — or World Car of the Year award — seeks to honor the finest vehicles that money can buy. In order to qualify, a vehicle must truly represent the best of the best in all categories. Recently,…
A solar array at GM’s assembly plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky General Motors has once again been ranked on two Dow Jones sustainability indices — one for North America and one for the world. These highly influential indices track thousands of companies around the world and rank them based on their financial stability, environmentally friendly…
Photo: ©Toyota Toyota is back at it again with yet another electrified vehicle you wouldn’t commonly associate with the brand. After recently unveiling its hydrogen-powered fuel cell buses, and then a hybrid boat, the latest project Toyota has been working on is none other than a hydrogen-powered fuel cell semi-truck. Based on what the automaker…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has earned the very first 2020 Family Green Car of the Year award. Green Car Journal gave the SUV this award for having family-friendly features and green components. A Quick Overview: Eco-friendly technology in the Outlander PHEV Why the Outlander PHEV is being recognized…
Photo: Ford Motor Company Mere days after the United States formally withdrew from the Paris Climate Accord at the behest of a sentient diaper, American automaker Ford stepped up its efforts to fight for a better future for generations to come. Ford Motor Company joins the New Deal for Europe, bringing it together with several…
Lincoln President Joy Falotico Photo: Ford/Perry Photo LTD Lincoln Motor Company President and Ford Motor Company Chief Marketing Officer Joy Falotico earned the title of 2019 Automotive Marketer of the Year. Announced earlier this year by MediaPost, the award acknowledges Falotico’s role in helping continue the elevation of the Lincoln brand with engaging campaigns centered…
Photo: Toyota Toyota showed off the first-ever RAV4 Prime and the all-new, second-generation 2021 Toyota Mirai at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, alongside its highly-anticipated Camry AWD model. All three of these cars represent a significant evolution forward for the Japanese automaker, which is delving deeper into electrification while offering more performance options than…
StoreDot EV battery pack Photo: StoreDot When you talk and write a lot about electric cars (and I do), the same topics crop up over and over again like cat hair on your black blazer, even though you just lint-rolled it. One of the most pervasive always comes from people who are generally for electric…
Cadillac went all out to make its 2021 Escalade just all sorts of ridiculous when it comes to luxury, tech, and all the bona fides. But even with so much going on, the new Cadillac Escalade still struggles to keep up with the latest version of the Lincoln Navigator. At least that’s what the experts…
This carbon fiber material could be replaced by something far stronger and lighter: graphene Imagine a material 100 times stronger than steel. It can conduct electricity better than anything in use today, is an excellent thermal conductor too, and has a multitude of uses: solar panels, biotechnology, batteries that charge in seconds, touchscreens, water filtration, tissue regeneration,…
This is it—the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is officially done. The very last Lancer Evo Final Edition produced for North American markets (serial US1600) has been sold at auction, marking the end of the famed sports car. It fetched $76,400, a very fair price. To put that into perspective, the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution had a…
When you’re searching for a new vehicle, especially if efficiency is important to you, you will probably come across two different measurements for fuel economy: MPG and MPGe. MPG stands for miles per gallon. This is pretty straightforward; a vehicle’s MPG indicates how many miles you can drive using one gallon of gasoline. These numbers are…
People were really digging the all-new Seltos in March Photo: Kia It seems that Kia is on a roll lately. After debuting the all-new Carnival multi-purpose vehicle, Kia saw its best monthly sales ever in the U.S. in March. Not only that, but it also reported an all-time high for first quarter sales. It should…
Photo: Volvo Swedish automaker Volvo Cars will increase paid parental leave for salaried and hourly employees around the world as part of a new “Family Bond” program. Volvo says the program is due to take effect on Thursday. You might note this as April Fools’ Day, but fortunately for Volvo employees, Family Bond is certainly…
It’s common for drivers to have a love/hate relationship with brakes. Brakes are a vital safety component that enables us to stop our vehicles at the necessary stop lights and to avoid colliding with pedestrians, other autos, and animals. Though, it can be frustrating how expensive brake system repairs can be, we couldn’t enjoy the…
Though Chevrolet has built a reputation for easy-to-use infotainment systems, modern cabin tech, and diverse powertrains, it also offers a handful of fuel-conserving models for the environmentally-conscious. Here are the top five 2019 Chevy models that get the best EPA-estimated mileage (or gas mileage equivalent). Tire TLC: Signs that it’s time to replace your tires…
While women account for half of all cars sold or leased, they are only adopting EVs like the Nissan LEAF at a 30 percent-or-less clip According to a report compiled by the UC Davis Institute of Transportation Studies based open studies of early adopters of vehicles like the Nissan LEAF, women and men are different…
Charging the Volt Last week, General Motors’ own blog, Fast Lane, put out a list of ten workplace charging etiquette tips, now that the technology is catching on. In fact, according to GM’s own EV infrastructure expert, Britta Gross, EVs begin to sell much faster once others become aware of how easy it is to…
Spring cleaning season is upon us — but it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the tasks at hand. Whether you decide to tackle that garage-cleaning project now or later, here are a few tips to help you manage your clutter. Put Something Gorgeous in Your Garage: The New Infiniti QX55 Keep, toss, sell, or donate…
Author and adventurer Travis Rabenberg, the host of a Twitch TV channel dubbed “Travis Travels,” has unveiled his latest brainchild: the Tesla Roamer motorhome, a Tesla Model S that has been modified as an RV camper. Set to launch at the Michigan Energy Office’s EV Ride & Drive event on April 17, the Roamer will…
Last month, Nissan sold the 50,000th LEAF in the United States, reaffirming its place at the top of all things EV. It was announced last week that Nissan’s friendly little electric will break new ground in a new market at the end of the month when the automaker officially releases the LEAF in Mexico and…
Nissan and City Football Group have signed a five-year agreement that will make Nissan the Official Automotive Partner of City Football Group. For those not in the know, CFG is comprised of Premier League Champions Manchester City FC, Manchester City Women’s FC, New York City FC, Melbourne City FC, and Yokohama F・Marinos, of which Nissan…
The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV is entering production in October It’s hard to believe that the Chevrolet Bolt only just debuted at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show. And that it was just this past January that we got our first look at the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV in its first commercial. Since January, this electric…
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