Tesla announced a recall of about 579,000 vehicles that have the novelty “Boombox” external music software feature (via Bloomberg). The company plans to remedy the issue by removing the Boombox function via an over-the-air software update, the National Highway Traffic Administration said. The recall affects all 2020–2022 Tesla Model S, X, and Y vehicles and… Continue reading Tesla recalling ‘Boombox’ feature that obscures pedestrian warning noise
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Freedom Convoy: Canada trucker protests force car plant shutdowns
Truckers blocking the most important border crossing, the Ambassador Bridge, waved Canadian flags and banners denouncing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who has refused to scrap a rule requiring truckers entering Canada to be fully immunised against coronavirus. Go to Source
U.S. to detail USD 5 billion plan to fund EV charging network
By 2030, Biden wants 50% of all new vehicles sold to be electric or plug-in hybrid electric models and 500,000 new EV charging stations; he has not endorsed phasing out new gasoline-powered vehicle sales by 2030. The Biden administration on Thursday plans to detail how it will award nearly $5 billion over five years to… Continue reading U.S. to detail USD 5 billion plan to fund EV charging network
Spinny acquires AI-powered start-up, Scuoto
Pre-owned car retailing platform, Spinny has acquired 100 percent stake in AI-powered Connected Car start-up, Scouto. The deal marks one of the first consolidations in the AI-powered used car solutions segment. Founded by ex-racecar driver Akshay Gupta (CEO) & Shubham Sharma (CTO), Scouto has built an end-to-end Connected Car technology suite that provides detailed intelligence… Continue reading Spinny acquires AI-powered start-up, Scuoto
@Renault: RENAULT GROUP: Renault Group, Valeo and Valeo Siemens eAutomotive join forces to develop and manufacture a new-generation automotive electric motor in France000358
PRESS RELEASE Renault Group, Valeo and Valeo Siemens eAutomotive join forces to develop and manufacturea new-generation automotive electric motor in France Paris, February 10, 2022 – Renault Group, Valeo and Valeo Siemens eAutomotive announce that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to form a strategic partnership for the design, co-development and manufacture in France… Continue reading @Renault: RENAULT GROUP: Renault Group, Valeo and Valeo Siemens eAutomotive join forces to develop and manufacture a new-generation automotive electric motor in France000358
@Ford: Next-Generation Ford Ranger Raptor Pushed to the Limits: Reveal Date Announced
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with… Continue reading @Ford: Next-Generation Ford Ranger Raptor Pushed to the Limits: Reveal Date Announced
@Ford: Special-Edition Ford Bronco Everglades Engineered and Outfitted to Take on Extreme Adventures with Confidence
2022 Ford Bronco® Everglades™ special edition SUV is made for customers who want to venture deep into the wild with the assurance of a factory-installed snorkel, integrated 10,000-pound ZEON 10-S WARN® winch* and Sasquatch™ Package Class-exclusive* Ford-designed snorkel with quick-swap, reversible air vent helps optimize performance in extreme conditions such as dust, snow and water… Continue reading @Ford: Special-Edition Ford Bronco Everglades Engineered and Outfitted to Take on Extreme Adventures with Confidence
Here Are the Best Supercar Headlights Of The 2000s – HotCars
We often take headlights for granted, but in addition to contributing to the development of a car’s fascia and character, and imparting a vital look and personality to any vehicle’s styling, they are also responsible for our safety by illuminating our way. In a way, the car’s “eyes” help us see as well. To help… Continue reading Here Are the Best Supercar Headlights Of The 2000s – HotCars
Glickenhaus Hydrogen Fuel Cell Boot Makes More Sense Than You Think – Muscle Cars and Trucks Media
Nearly a year ago now, Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus (SCG) – the boutique vehicle manufacturer founded by wealthy film producer and financier James Glickenhaus – teased a forthcoming hydrogen-fueled Boot Zero off-road truck that will tackle the grueling Baja 1000 desert race. Back then, it existed only as a CAD model. But today… It still only… Continue reading Glickenhaus Hydrogen Fuel Cell Boot Makes More Sense Than You Think – Muscle Cars and Trucks Media
The SCG Boot Is Hero Worship Done Right – RoadandTrack.com
Our car experts choose every product we feature. We may earn money from the links on this page. DW Burnett Hero stories become more impressive with retelling. Memory is malleable, and nuance is forgotten as we recast everyday events into other-worldly feats. That’s what we have here with the Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Boot, a modern… Continue reading The SCG Boot Is Hero Worship Done Right – RoadandTrack.com