Detroit — The number of people killed on U.S. roadways decreased slightly last year, but government officials said the 42,795 people who died is still a national crisis. Estimates by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration showed that the number of fatalities dropped 0.3% from the 42,939 killed in 2021. Traffic deaths declined slightly in… Continue reading Traffic deaths down slightly in 2022 but still a ‘crisis’
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Michigan lawmakers sign off on $175 million for Gotion development
Lansing — A single vote made the difference Thursday and provided Michigan lawmakers’ final approval of $175 million in incentives for Gotion Inc.’s much-debated electric vehicle battery plant near Big Rapids. The Senate Appropriations Committee voted 10-9 to approve the transfer of state tax dollars, allowing state officials to move forward with spending the money… Continue reading Michigan lawmakers sign off on $175 million for Gotion development
Canada matched Biden subsidies to win Volkswagen battery plant
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Tesla signals more price cuts ahead despite margin damage
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Lingenfelter Spring Open House: charity, classic cars, electric El Camino
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New all-electric Abarth 500e makes first UK appearance
Olivier François, CEO of both Fiat and Abarth, said: “The new Abarth 500e is one of the most exciting launches in the history of the brand: a great new addition to the Abarth line-up. I like to think of it as family, so our fanbase will be involved in every step of our electrification journey.” He… Continue reading New all-electric Abarth 500e makes first UK appearance
Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster makes UK debut at Salon Privé
The Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster made its public debut in the UK at Salon Privé 2023 in London as the open-top variant of the Texan firm’s Venom F5. It is fitted with the same 1817bhp Fury V8 engine and is expected to become the world’s fastest convertible, with a claimed top speed over 300mph. Created after an… Continue reading Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster makes UK debut at Salon Privé
Stellantis testing 28 engine families for synthetic fuel compatibility
Stellantis has announced that it’s finalising testing of 28 engine families for compatibility with e-fuels, which it claims can provide a 90% reduction in CO2 emissions. E-fuels are a type of sustainable fuel produced using green hydrogen, itself made from water and renewable energy. This green hydrogen is combined with carbon – often by using… Continue reading Stellantis testing 28 engine families for synthetic fuel compatibility
New 2023 MG HS gains sharper styling and updated tech
The MG HS has received upgraded technology, an improved infotainment system and a more aggressive-looking front end as part of a facelift. The SAIC-owned manufacturer’s flagship SUV now features a sharper-lined front bumper and more pronounced beltline, alongside a wider grille and multifunction LED headlights that have also grown in size to enhance the model’s credentials as the… Continue reading New 2023 MG HS gains sharper styling and updated tech
Editor’s letter: Why the Land Rover brand is not disappearing
Some familiar model names are disappearing with the switch to electrification, the biggest scalp so far being Ford’s Fiesta and also some continued questions over perhaps the most famous car name of all: Golf. JLR, as Jaguar Land Rover has formally renamed itself this week, has some incredibly powerful nameplates of its own, including Range… Continue reading Editor’s letter: Why the Land Rover brand is not disappearing