The first-ever Volkswagen all-electric compact crossover SUV carries an odd name, sounding more like a software iteration than a brand new model. However, it makes sense given that the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 shares more in common with society’s burgeoning reliance on electronics during the current tech-age boom than its previous century relatives of the combustion […]
Did you ever imagine a world where the Ford Mustang would include an electric option? Welcome to 2021 – a time when Ford fans anxiously await the debut of the all-new Mustang Mach-E at their local Ford dealer. Yes, the “E” stands for electric and marks a significant shift as Ford expands the Mustang lineup […]
Electric vehicles are the way of the future. Although not too long ago, the concept of an all-electric vehicle was something from the realm of science fiction, it has since become a prominent force of the industry. Among the manufacturers that have tried their hand in this concept is Chevrolet, and years later, it’s easier […]
If you’re scoping out used cars and using Google as your shopping tool, you’re probably plugged into the latest automotive industry news. Even a shallow dive into the used car market tends to reveal certain trends. Things like resale value and quantity of inventory give us clues to which vehicles are more popular, but paying […]
One of the most important aspects of the auto industry is competition. Competition drives manufacturers to try new things, develop better technology, and make vehicles to try to one-up each other. Within the EV market, Tesla has been considered the leader in terms of specialty manufacturers for quite a few years now, but it has […]
Have you heard the rumors? General Motors (GM) recently released a video with the newest upcoming addition to the Chevy EV lineup conveniently placed in the background. And it’s a bit bigger than the Bolt EV models – in fact, it’s in an entirely different class. Chevy pickup lovers rejoice because come 2025, you’ll have […]
The automotive industry became engaged with the concept of using less fuel in the 1970s when oil and fuel became difficult to obtain due to strained relations with the oil-producing areas of the world. Since then, increasing fuel economy has always been on the back of the American automotive industry’s mind. It wasn’t long before […]
The 2020’s are set to be the decade when the electric vehicle finally comes of age. We have already seen the release of electric cars and electric SUVs, and those are set to be joined by electric trucks this year. However, there is one more class of vehicle that is also set to be electrified […]
Out of all the trending auto news out there, the arrival of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E might be the most significant, at least to Mustang enthusiasts. This is the ushering-in of a new type of vehicle, with a familiar and renowned badge attached to it. However, it’s also a look towards the future. Electric […]
No-one would (or even could) accuse Ford of being subtle, or passive-aggressive in the communication of their intentions. From day one, the pioneering giant has moved forward unapologetically, leading the charge of the automotive evolution, inspiring younger companies that would eventually rise to claim the coveted title of worthy competitors. And it’s with this in […]
These days, current auto news bears no absence of hybrid and EV-centric headlines. As evidenced by the L.A. Auto Show, Consumer Electronics Show and NAIAS (as well, we expect, by the upcoming industry shows in both Chicago and Geneva) there are two major areas of focus for automotive R&D teams. The first, and slightly-less accessible, […]
I love the Honda car brand as much as anyone else – possibly even more. But with the recent teaser images released of the automaker’s newest plug-in hybrid car, we aren’t sure the Japanese automaker has its head on straight. Honda has confirmed that both the Clarity Electric and Clarity Plug-In Hybrid models will debut […]
Bringing the best of what consumers expect from their new vehicles in 2017 to the forefront in today’s market takes more than just flashy features and a nice paint job. Today’s consumers are looking for more on all fronts, from safety to tech to raw performance power. But ask the average driver what’s most important […]
First, the gas-powered Alfieri introduced back at the 2014 Geneva Auto Show has been pushed back in production. Now, we’re discovering that the electric variant has been delayed for so long, that the technology needs to be updated in order to stay relevant. While that is a big snag in itself, perhaps the biggest snag […]
I know. Just like I was, you spit out your coffee, then proceeded to roll on the floor laughing after reading the title. But, after I actually saw what an electric-powered Jeep Wrangler is capable of, I felt nothing but admiration for it. In the States, everyone is worried about the JK-series Wrangler‘s final days […]
