One of the reasons we at The News Wheel love going to the Chicago Auto Show every year is the sheer amount of vehicles on display. Each automaker has their entire lineup on the floor for our perusal. Undeniably, certain models attract our attention more than others, and that was certainly the case for Hyundai….
With one of the largest lineups on the 2018 Chicago Auto Show‘s floor, Chevrolet dominated much of the North Hall. They had their traditional lineup, including electric vehicles, sedans, SUVs, and pickups. The Chicago Auto Show also debuted Chevrolet’s 2019 Corvette and the 2019 Silverado 1500. In addition to their new vehicles, Chevrolet also had…
Ford Chops $6K Off 2014 and 2015 Focus Electric Ford would probably be among the first to admit that it is nowhere near the first name in electric vehicles. That, however, seems to be a stigma that the automaker would very much like to change. The latest indication to this end: Ford has dropped the…
Volkswagen has plenty of EV-goodness planned for the next few years Photo: Volkswagen To say that Volkswagen has been making a big push for electric vehicles would be an understatement. This year saw the release of both the ID.3 electric hatchback, and the new ID.4 electric SUV. Both vehicles are a mere taste of what’s…
2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV wins ‘Best In Class Green Vehicle Hybrid or PHEV’ Photo: Mitsubishi Motors The 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was honored as the “Best in Class Green Vehicle Hybrid or PHEV” by the New England Motor Press Association at the Winter Vehicle Awards. This exciting news comes a year after the 2018 Outlander…
The 2015 Chevy Volt Is KBB’s Electric/Hybrid Car Best Buy of 2015 ©GM The good folks at Kelley Blue Book (KBB) have just named the Chevy Volt its Electric/Hybrid Car Best Buy of 2015. The four-year-old Volt beat out competition from the Nissan LEAF, the Toyota Prius, and even the new BMW i3 for the…
Photo: Genesis Genesis just unveiled the latest addition to its premium vehicle lineup: the all-electric GV60 crossover. The uniquely styled GV60 is the first Genesis model built on the new EV platform that the brand shares with Hyundai and Kia. Safety Standout: Genesis GV80 wins IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award At first glance, the GV60…
Ford Motor Company is going all in on autonomous vehicles, and it intends to turn its Flat Rock Assembly Plant into a focused “AV center of excellence.” In order to do that, however, the automaker must shift production of its upcoming all-electric crossover with a 300-mile range to its Cuautitlan plant in Mexico, says an…
While 2018 new car sales are still set to be healthy, they won’t be quite as high as in previous years Unless automakers manage to sell a large influx of new vehicles in the last few days of December, new vehicle sales for 2017 will likely come in at approximately 17.2 million units. This is 2% less…
A new report by energy consulting firm Wood Mackenzie has found that, depending on how thoroughly the drivers of the US adopt electric vehicles, demand for gasoline is expected to drop by at least 5% to as much as 20% in the next 20 years. In terms of sheer numbers of gasoline barrels bought per…
As part of its efforts to develop an all-electric vehicle lineup and expand into the “personal mobility” market, General Motors is introducing a pair of electric bicycles — and it’s asking bike enthusiasts for help naming the brand. One of these bikes is a compact model, while the other one folds up. So far, GM…
City traffic Photo: Joey Lu Many city dwellers are opting for ride-hailing services instead of public transportation to get to their destinations. While it may be a more convenient mode of transportation for some, a new study found that ride-hailing is also creating more emissions. The 2020 Family Green Car of the Year: The Mitsubishi…
Photo: Kia Motors Not one to be boxed in with the likes of bland or ordinary automotive designs, Kia revealed its dynamic all-electric concept at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this week. The electrifying “Imagine by Kia” concept is focused on the emotional aspect of driving an environmentally friendly vehicle. Rather than collecting data and…
In an effort to create a cleaner, healthier environment, France has officially announced the termination of petrol and diesel services within its borders. “We are announcing an end to the sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2040,” said Nicolas Hulot, France’s Ecology Minister. This declaration comes one day after the announcement that Volvo is…
Photo: Hyundai The all-new 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric costs more than its predecessor, but its redesigned powertrain delivers an additional 37 percent of driving range. The 2020 Ioniq Electric SE costs $33,045, nearly $2,000 more than the previous model year’s entry-level trim. The Limited trim starts at $38,615. Both models are eligible for a federal…
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