The Hoosier State is the perfect state to visit for camping, dune-hopping along Lake Michigan, and seeing the zoo and museums in downtown Indianapolis. But what if you want something a bit out of the ordinary when you visit Indiana? Here are four strange attractions worth checking out on your next Midwestern road trip. Latest […]
One of the many ways that General Motors is working toward the fossil-free future it hopes to achieve by 2050 is the use of wind energy. Several GM facilities are already powered by local wind farms. The latest wind farm to power GM’s operations is the 185-megawatt HillTopper wind farm in Illinois. Set Your Own […]
Three days ago, the Force India team announced it would be known as Racing Point for the 2019 Formula One season, but already there are news that the new name is not set in stone. “After 10 years, F1 has said goodbye to the name Force India, but it will also say goodbye to Racing […]
On Tuesday, October 9, associates and state and local government officials at Honda’s manufacturing plant in Indiana, Greensburg, celebrated 10 years of automobile production. The first vehicle that ever rolled off the assembly line in Greensburg was the four-cylinder Honda Civic Sedan on October 9, 2008. At the time, 1,000 associates worked at the plant […]
Students have a lot of weight on their shoulders as they grow up and it’s time to decide what career path to follow. While Nissan relies heavily on engineers and business professionals, it also needs creatives to make products both appealing and functional. Alfonso Albaisa, the head of Nissan Design, wants to make sure students […]
India is prepping for a new global center for digital operations. After signing a memorandum of understanding with the Government of Kerala, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd., has the go ahead to establish The Nissan Digital Hub, the first of several planned for North America, Europe, and Asia. Check Out: 2018 Nissan crossover and SUV lineup […]
It’s common knowledge that the future of motor vehicles is electric. However, there are changes occurring right now that point towards it happening sooner rather than later (in India, at least). Rising imports Crude oil imports in India are a thorn in the country’s forex reserves. The rise in demand for cars suggests that […]
There has been a lot of speculation about why Michael Andretti, owner of the Andretti Autosport IndyCar team, elected to skip the IndyCar race at the Texas Motor Speedway two weekends ago to instead attend the Canadian Grand Prix. Andretti was photographed many times with Fernando Alonso, who drove for his IndyCar team last year […]
The Indianapolis 500 will be held this Sunday, but the Greatest Spectacle in Racing just won’t be the same now that Jim Nabors is gone. Nabors, who died in November, was perhaps best known for playing the goofy character Gomer Pyle on “The Andy Griffith Show” and “Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C.” However, his iconic and beloved […]
Honda has begun mass-producing the all-new 2019 Honda Insight at its Indiana and Ohio manufacturing plants, representing the company’s commitment to American industry as well as its increased investment in electrified mobility. Honda Manufacturing of Indiana (HMIN) will produce all Insight models for the North American market, for which Honda has prepared with a $32.5 […]
Plans have been finalized for two new wind farms in Ohio and Illinois to provide 20% of General Motors’ electricity. GM’s operations in Ohio and Indiana will be connected to the wind farms and run on 100% renewable energy. These facilities include the Lordstown Assembly, Fort Wayne Assembly, Toledo Transmission, Marion Metal Center, Parma Metal […]
For the 15th time since 1978, a Corvette will be the official pace car for the Indianapolis 500. The 2019 Chevy Corvette ZR1 will lead drivers ahead of the race’s 102nd running on May 27. The Corvette has served more times as Indy 500 pace car than any other vehicle. The ZR1 is the speediest Corvette […]
Ah, the heady days of 2016, when the year brought some terrible pollution to several capital cities throughout the world. India, in particular, made a bold move by saying that it would have a 100%-EV car market by 2030. Speaking of Bold: Here’s how the Chevy Silverado stacks up against the competition Now, two years […]
When you hear the word freestyle, you might think of a scene from 8 Mile, or of the incredible 10-minute freestyle Black Thought did on HOT 97 not too far back. You are not likely, however, to think of the Ford Freestyle, the crossover that replaced the Ford Taurus station wagon in 2005-07, became the […]
Staying home for the holidays can be fun. But if you find yourself stir-crazy from staring at your home’s decorations or vegging on Christmas shows for too long, why not try a nearby light display? Have a happy holiday in The Hoosier State when you visit any one of these drive-thru events. Impromptu Inspiration: Why […]
Ford Global Caring Month took place in September, and Ford New Zealand got a bit of help in its task of reinvigorating the gardens of Mangere’s Kingsford School from a quartet of strapping lads: Sam Whitelock, Wyatt Crockett, Liam Squire, and Waisake Naholo of the formidable New Zealand All Blacks. The All Blacks players joined […]
Designing and creating electric and hybrid vehicles is only the beginning of what automakers can do to practice sustainability. Sometimes, it’s even more important for automotive brands to look at how efficient their manufacturing plants and business centers are. Working toward a goal of 100% renewable energy, General Motors took the time to examine its own […]
General Motors Korea has announced Kaher Kazem as the successor to James Kim in the role of president and CEO. Kazem, the current president and managing director for GM India, is also expected to be appointed Chairman of the company’s Board of Directors. “We are pleased to have Kaher taking over GM’s key operations in […]
