Today’s vehicles are a tangle of tens of thousands of mechanical parts, electronic modules, microcontrollers, and software-that’s complexity on a scale not seen before in automotive engineering. The Ford Motor Company has launched a series of safety recalls for various issues affecting millions of Ford and Lincoln-branded vehicles. Ford’s recent safety recalls range from upside-down […]
For centuries, naval forces worldwide have created unique naming systems to identify warships and represent their maritime identity. These prefixes show a vessel’s ownership, operational status, and national heritage while connecting modern fleets with historical traditions. Among these designations, USS remains one of the most recognized symbols of American naval power. Meaning “United States Ship,” […]
Electric vehicles have changed how drivers think about performance, efficiency, and storage. When traditional engines were removed from beneath the front hood, automakers gained new opportunities to create useful storage areas. Tesla helped popularize this idea with the Model S in 2012, introducing drivers to the large front trunk, or “frunk.” Since then, front storage […]
The Chevrolet C8 Corvette has gone through a remarkable change since its debut in 2019. What started as one of the most difficult performance cars to buy quickly became surrounded by waiting lists, dealer markups, supply shortages, and prices that often climbed far beyond its original sticker price. The rear mid-engine layout made the C8 […]
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 […]
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 […]
