Traveling with a dog is great but it can remind you that vehicles are primarily designed for their human occupants. Nissan Australia has introduced a series of accessories specifically designed to make dogs more comfortable in the Qashqai, X-Trail, and Patrol. The Dog Pack includes a rear protection tray (or a mat depending on the
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While Jay Leno owns a dizzying array of classic sports cars and supercars, he is also a big fan of electric vehicles and recently put the 2022 Lucid Air Dream Edition to the test. Before heading out onto the streets of Los Angeles with the car, the comedian has the opportunity to speak with Lucid’s
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DETROIT– General Motors plans to launch power generators for multiple uses, including EV charging, powered by its Hydrotec hydrogen fuel cell technology, the automaker said Wednesday. The power generators are designed to enable fast-charging capability for electric vehicles without permanent charge points, the addition of affordable DC fast charging at gas stations without expanding the
Almost four-years after a racing accident left IndyCar driver Robert Wickens paralyzed, he is making a comeback on the track with Bryan Herta Autosport and Hyundai Motor North America. He will pilot the No. 33 Hyundai Elantra N TCR in the season-opening International Motor Sports Association Michelin Pilot Challenge race at Daytona International Speedway on
Quantum computer maker IonQ said that it is partnering with Hyundai to use quantum computers to develop more effective batteries. The partnership will create a battery chemistry model to simulate the structure and energy of lithium oxide, to help improve the performance, costs, and safety of lithium batteries, IonQ said. Researchers believe quantum computers could
Volkswagen Group, step by step, expands its EV-related business, including investments in battery start-ups, like QuantumScape. One of the most recent examples is a strategic partnership deal with the 24M Technologies – Cambridge-based battery start-up that offers the SemiSolid platform (dry coating) to improve battery manufacturing. 24M has just announced that the agreement has been finalized
WASHINGTON — Electric vehicles are an “essential tool” in the Biden administration’s plan to clean up the U.S. transportation sector, White House Climate Adviser Gina McCarthy said Wednesday. Transportation is the nation’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. McCarthy, a former EPA chief during the Obama administration, said “there’s no doubt” the future of transportation
What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Acura TLX? What does it compare to? The TLX is a mid-size sedan in dimensions and power, but its pricing puts it more in line with compact rivals. Shop the BMW 3-Series and the 5-Series, plus the Cadillac CT5 and Volvo S60. Is the 2022 Acura TLX a
The Ferrari Enzo, named after the company’s founder, is one of the most iconic flagships coming from Maranello. Unfortunately, a red example was crashed this morning in the Netherlands, allegedly during a test drive. While no serious injuries were reported, the Enzo sustained severe damage on both ends and looks like it will be spending
With the transition to electric cars, many fear that driving pleasure and fun will go away. Moreover, now that ICE powerplants will go extinct, what about racing and race cars? Well this independent video review of the Porsche Mission R gives us real hope. Announced late last year, the Mission R is the first all-electric
By Maria Merano Posted on January 18, 2022 Orion Township approved General Motors’ (GM) request for a tax rebate on its proposed $1.3 billion investment to expand the Orion Assembly Plant, the facility that makes the Chevy Bolt. The Orion Assembly Plant will also produce GM’s other electric vehicles. GM plans to introduce 30 new electric
Orion Township’s board of trustees on Tuesday approved a 12-year tax break for General Motors to launch a $1.3 billion expansion of its Orion Assembly plant for production of EVs and batteries. If GM decides to move forward with a new capital investment at the 39-year-old assembly plant, the automaker would get a 50 percent
Big, torquey, and smooth, the 12-cylinder engine is ideal for an ultra-luxury cruiser that aims to cocoon passengers in serenity, while also providing the punch to intimidate more plebeian cars in its path. You know what else is torquey, smooth, and whisper quiet? An electric powertrain. The 2022 Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid represents an interim
Automotive technology supplier Aptiv on Tuesday named former Microsoft executive Sophia Velastegui as its new chief product officer. Velastegui will start on Feb. 1 and report directly to CEO Kevin Clark, said Aptiv spokeswoman Sarah McKinney. The announcement comes shortly after the company agreed to pay $4.3 billion for software firm Wind River, strengthening its
BERLIN — Volkswagen and Robert Bosch plan to set up a joint venture by the end of this year to equip battery cell factories and help make Europe self-sufficient in battery production. The unit will explore the possibilities of industrial-scale solutions for battery manufacturing in Europe, VW and Bosch said in a statement on Tuesday. The new
EV charging network and equipment company Blink Charging said on Tuesday it would supply EV chargers at General Motors dealerships in the U.S. and Canada. Blink said it would collaborate with facility services provider ABM Industries to supply its IQ 200 Level 2 chargers to dealerships across North America. The press release didn’t quantify how
For its brilliant ride and handling and for its swift acceleration, we give the 3-Series an 8 here, based on the most popular all-wheel-drive 330i. In M340i and M3 form, it would earn a 9 and a 10, respectively. Is the BMW 3-Series 4WD? BMW’s known for rear-drive dynamics, but most 3-Series now are sold
A couple of weeks ago, we were happy to see Toyota embrace the AE86’s anime fame with a series of Initial D-inspired commercials for the GR86. If anything, they left car fans around the world clamoring for some more illustrated adventures within the Initial D universe. But it appears that Acura may end up overshadowing
The Genesis G70 was a revelation for the automaker and proved that it could compete with the German establishment. Last year, it received a mid-life facelift and should be considered by anyone looking to pick up the keys to a luxurious sports sedan. Production of the G70 started in September 2017 and it was built
Over half a dozen new Tesla Model Y vehicles were spotted at Gigafactory Texas as production has been expected to start soon. Does that mean that production has started? Tesla has been aiming to start Model Y production at Gigafactory Texas in Austin by the end of 2021. The start of Model Y production at
A new partnership with Stripe will help Ford expand its capability for e-commerce and dealership transactions such as vehicle reservations, Ford Motor Credit said Monday. The companies signed a five-year arrangement for Stripe to act as a “premier payment service provider” to Ford dealerships in North America and Europe, Ford Credit said. The captive finance
The Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport is being recalled because of the potential for cracks to form in its rear tires after 2,500 miles. The recall affects a grand total of nine cars. According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the problem was first noticed on a prototype that had the
The mobility company Cerence showcased new technology at CES this month that reimagines the idea of an in-car voice assistant. The technology, Cerence Co-Pilot, uses artificial intelligence and continuous learning to provide more intuitive in-vehicle assistance, with the ability to even anticipate a driver’s needs before being prompted for assistance. Cerence Chief Technology Officer Prateek
BERLIN — Germany’s goal of getting 15 million electric vehicles on the road by 2030 includes full-electric and hybrid vehicles, the country’s transport minister said, in a retreat from a pledge in the coalition government’s agreement late last year. “We want electrically powered vehicles. Of course, hybrids also make a contribution to this,” Volker Wissing
NIO has released its first over-the-air firmware update (FOTA) outside of China for users in Norway on January 14, 2022. The new system update, called Aspen 3.0.5. NO, brings several features to improve user experience in winter, including manual battery warmup and extended default duration of cabin pre-conditioning. The FOTA update also brings experience enhancements
Nikola Corp. former CEO Trevor Milton claims federal prosecutors refused access to company’s vehicles and equipment he says are crucial to his defense against fraud charges. Milton, scheduled to go on trial in April, asked a judge on Friday to allow him to inspect and photograph certain prototypes and other Nikola property and places. He
What kind of vehicle is the 2022 Infiniti QX50? What does it compare to? The 2022 Infiniti QX50 and its near-identical twin, the QX55, are compact luxury crossover SUVs that compare well with the Audi Q5 and Volvo XC60. Is the 2022 Infiniti QX50 a good car/SUV? Review continues below With a single engine offering,
Mad Max is a pretty cool movie franchise and unsurprisingly it has a large following all around the world. Some of the hardcore fans are gathering in “tribes”, organizing meetups where they show up with cars and gear inspired by the post-apocalyptic atmosphere of the movies. Morning Raven is one of them that took things
Making a great supercar is tough, but compared with making a great family car, it’s an absolute breeze. Which is why so few auto manufacturers get it right, and why despite having driven hundreds of exotic cars, I’ve got a real soft spot for a Ford Mondeo with just 123 hp. Let me explain. In
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