Mahindra’s electric three-wheelers maintain strong growth trajectory in April-July

India’s electric vehicle market is headed towards another record-breaking year in 2023 and has raced past 800,000-unit sales in the first seven months of the year. The two- and three-wheeler sub-segments have been the movers and shakers of India EV Inc, given their affordability index compared to their much more expensive four-wheeled passenger vehicle and… Continue reading Mahindra’s electric three-wheelers maintain strong growth trajectory in April-July

Rolls-Royce Drop Tail revealed as ultra-limited two-seat roadster

The Rolls-Royce Drop Tail is the marque’s first modern two-seat roadster, harking back to the coachbuilt drop-tops that established it as a leading luxury brand a century ago. The product of a four-year collaboration between Rolls-Royce and four clients, the firm said it represents the “absolute pinnacle” of its in-house coachbuilding capabilities, following in the… Continue reading Rolls-Royce Drop Tail revealed as ultra-limited two-seat roadster

Jay Leno talks unions, EVs before driving 1K horsepower Dodge Demon in Dream Cruise

Comedian and automotive aficionado Jay Leno joined the cruisers on Woodward Avenue under a brilliant, bright blue sky Saturday, taking a rumbling spin in his newest ride, a 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170. Leno took possession of the machine, part of a limited production run of maybe 3,300 vehicles that promises 1,025 horsepower, when… Continue reading Jay Leno talks unions, EVs before driving 1K horsepower Dodge Demon in Dream Cruise

GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicle unit to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has agreed to cut its fleet of San Francisco robotaxis in half as authorities investigate two recent crashes in the city. The state Department of Motor Vehicles asked for the reduction after a Cruise vehicle without a human driver collided with an unspecified emergency vehicle on Thursday. “The DMV is investigating… Continue reading GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicle unit to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

How gas station economics will change in the electric vehicle charging future

As electric vehicles proliferate, some gas stations are making expensive overhauls to add EV charging stations.  In most cases, they aren’t scrapping traditional liquid fuel pumps. But select locations, including an RS Automotive in Takoma Park, Md., and a Shell station in Fulham, England, have made a full switch. Location, cost, power requirements and conversion… Continue reading How gas station economics will change in the electric vehicle charging future

Nissan recalling more than 236,000 cars to fix a problem that can cause loss of steering control

Detroit – Nissan is recalling more than 236,000 small cars in the U.S. because the tie rods in front suspension can bend and break, possibly causing drivers to lose steering control. The recall covers certain Sentra compact cars from the 2020 through 2022 model years. Tie rods help vehicles move the wheels for steering. Nissan… Continue reading Nissan recalling more than 236,000 cars to fix a problem that can cause loss of steering control

GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicle unit agrees to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has agreed to cut its fleet of San Francisco robotaxis in half as authorities investigate two recent crashes in the city. The state Department of Motor Vehicles asked for the reduction after a Cruise vehicle without a human driver collided with an unspecified emergency vehicle on Thursday. “The DMV… Continue reading GM’s Cruise autonomous vehicle unit agrees to cut fleet in half after 2 crashes in San Francisco

Dream Cruise 2023: Classic cars and their fans take over Woodward

Under clear blue skies, classic car lovers are living the dream on Woodward, with the 28th annual Dream Cruise in full swing Saturday from Ferndale to Pontiac. Here are some of the sights (and sounds) from Metro Detroit’s yearly celebration of car culture, Motown muscle and the region’s rich automotive heritage. Long live the 300… Continue reading Dream Cruise 2023: Classic cars and their fans take over Woodward

Jay Leno gets his “Last Call” Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170

Jay Leno gets his “Last Call” Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 News Sports Autos Business Michigan Life + Home Entertainment Opinion Obituaries Dodge CEO Tim Kuniskis presents the comedian and car aficionado with his 1,025-horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 during the Dream Cruise. The Detroit News Watch Next   © 2023 www.detroitnews.com. All rights reserved.… Continue reading Jay Leno gets his “Last Call” Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170