KTM 200 Duke receives LED headlight, priced at Rs 1.97 lakh 

Technology continues to trickle down KTM’s line-up in India, with the 200 Duke now all set to receive the LED headlight that was previously offered only on the larger 250 and 390 Dukes. This new version equipped with the LED headlight will be priced at Rs 1.97 lakh (ex-showroom). The 200 Duke was KTM’s very… Continue reading KTM 200 Duke receives LED headlight, priced at Rs 1.97 lakh 

Volkswagen reveals new £65,000 Golf R 333 Limited Edition

Volkswagen has revealed a new special edition of the Golf R, which will be sold exclusively in limited numbers with a bespoke performance package and a raucous Akrapovič exhaust.  Named the Volkswagen Golf R 333 Limited Edition, the hot hatch uses the same turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder EA888 engine as the standard Golf R. Power is uprated… Continue reading Volkswagen reveals new £65,000 Golf R 333 Limited Edition

NHTSA wants voluntary commitment on new braking rules from automakers

Federal traffic safety regulators have proposed a major rule change for automakers related to braking that they say could save as many as 360 lives every year and reduce the number of injuries in crashes by at least 24,000 annually. It’s specifically aimed at reducing the perplexingly high number of pedestrian fatalities in recent years,… Continue reading NHTSA wants voluntary commitment on new braking rules from automakers

Toyota’s U.S. production takes on GM and Ford in EV race

In the battle for electric vehicle dominance, Toyota Motor North America is making up for lost ground. The automaker said in a news release Wednesday it will build an all-electric SUV on U.S. soil starting in 2025 and it is investing an additional $2.1 billion to make the lithium ion batteries for it in the… Continue reading Toyota’s U.S. production takes on GM and Ford in EV race

2023 Mercedes GLC 300 is the best gasoline-powered compact luxury SUV

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC takes the road this spring as the best gasoline-powered compact luxury SUV, thanks to a smooth new engine, increased room and comfort and a range of welcome features for safety and convenience. The details of my test drive What is it? 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4Matic, gasoline-powered compact luxury SUV. Why… Continue reading 2023 Mercedes GLC 300 is the best gasoline-powered compact luxury SUV

CEO of Jeep-parent Stellantis: More EV battery plants needed in US

Jeep-parent Stellantis has inaugurated a new electric vehicle battery plant in Europe with Mercedes-Benz, bringing its global EV plans closer to reality. The plant in Billy-Berclau Douvrin in northern France is expected to be operational before the end of this year and is the first of three European battery plants — the company has also… Continue reading CEO of Jeep-parent Stellantis: More EV battery plants needed in US

U.S. Will Require All New Cars to Have Automatic Braking Systems

The technology could help reduce fatal accidents. Traffic fatalities are one of the most persistent causes of death in the United States, and they are increasing despite advances such as warning and crash avoidance systems, and increasing airbag use. Nearly 43,000 people died in auto crashes in 2022. That was down slightly from 2021, but… Continue reading U.S. Will Require All New Cars to Have Automatic Braking Systems

EV maker Lucid announces $3 billion raise from Saudi public wealth fund and stock offering

In an aerial view, a sign is posted on the exterior of Lucid headquarters on March 29, 2023 in Newark, California. Electric vehicle maker Lucid announced plans to lay off 1,300 workers, 18 percent of its workforce, as part of a restructuring plan.  Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Lucid Group said on Wednesday that it… Continue reading EV maker Lucid announces $3 billion raise from Saudi public wealth fund and stock offering

Advance Auto Parts shares plummet 35% after dismal results, cuts to outlook and dividend

Customer vehicles sit parked outside an Advance Auto Parts automotive supply store in La Grange, Kentucky. Luke Sharrett | Bloomberg | Getty Images Shares of Advance Auto Parts suffered their worst day of trading on record Wednesday after the company’s fiscal first-quarter earnings significantly missed Wall Street’s expectations and executives slashed the retailer’s yearly guidance… Continue reading Advance Auto Parts shares plummet 35% after dismal results, cuts to outlook and dividend

Howes: Slowly but steadily, China’s EV industry works way into Michigan, heart of Detroit

This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for the first 3 months. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Trusted, up-to-date local Detroit and Michigan-wide breaking news. Accurate, fact-based journalism without an agenda, so you get the information you need to make informed decisions. Complete coverage and commentary on Michigan politics from… Continue reading Howes: Slowly but steadily, China’s EV industry works way into Michigan, heart of Detroit