The automotive industry is witnessing one of the most exciting transitions in recent history as consumers, technology and market choices are all changing at a dizzying speed. EVs have been practically synonymous with Tesla for the last ten years, a brand that has been aligned with the interests of tech lovers and environmentalists alike. That […]
Fatal means deadly, or capable of causing death. It is a familiar term in headlines and safety warnings about destructive incidents or hazardous materials. Words like lethal and mortal mean the same thing, but fatal might also imply something feeling like the hand of destiny and if an error leads to a fatal consequence, then […]
Volkswagen is entering the fiercely competitive people-mover market in Australia with the new-generation Multivan, a people mover designed to take on established rivals in the segment, including the Kia Carnival. Underpinning the new Multivan is Volkswagen’s adaptable MQB architecture, and unlike previous generations, the new Multivan is built on a platform designed for passenger-cars, offering […]
AI is also transforming the way we drive through intersections. Most previous traffic cameras relied on triggers such as pavement sensors or radar to capture an offending vehicle after it had committed a violation. Today’s AI-enabled systems use computer vision and machine learning to watch, interpret, and analyze traffic patterns. They can recognize vehicles, bikes, […]
Getting from Point A to Point B in the Lone Star State is just a fact of life in Texas both in the bustling city limits and out on the open rural roads. In recent years, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and other lawmakers have enacted several significant policy changes that have profound impacts […]
Toyota bZ4X, Subaru Solterra batteries accused of repeatedly going dead An electric SUV from Toyota called the bZ4X and its twin from Subaru, the Solterra have been sued over claims that their auxiliary, 12 volt batteries repeatedly go dead. A federal class action lawsuit alleges the auxiliary batteries can repeatedly become discharged, leaving cars dead […]
This is American car history that is showcased on a global stage. Los Angeles’ famous desert roads, scenic coastal highways and diverse urban settings all feature plenty of classic cars and trucks still integral to the state’s well traveled visual DNA. And now, in California, some of the nation’s most restrictive emissions regulations are about […]
Ford is critically evaluating its product strategy and choices that have helped reinvent the brand in recent years. They have gradually admitted that severing ties with emotionally driven, characterful products and disappearing well known names brought repercussions that cannot be offset by a move towards cars like sedans, trucks, and SUV’s. Whether for hardcore enthusiasts […]
The global automotive market is undergoing a major realignment as changing trade policies begin influencing which vehicles automakers can profitably sell in North America. Volvo Cars is preparing to remove the S90 sedan from its U.S. lineup, with the China-built executive sedan facing sharply higher import costs under new U.S. tariff structures. The decision shows […]
For years, California has been one of the United States’ foremost auto states, featuring a love of cars and some of the strongest environmental emissions laws in the country. However, those emissions laws can present a Catch-22 for classic-car fans looking to preserve their favorite vehicles- and follow state guidelines. In the system detailed above […]
