Shock, horror! The most important bloke in the corridors of power has finally learned of a huge, previously ignored group of people called motorists. And he’s promising to do something for us. Rishi Sunak aims to improve the safety of 50 million car drivers and passengers by providing confirmation that he’s axing his Government’s plans… Continue reading “Motorways without hard shoulders are insane”
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New Brabus 900 Superblack turns Mercedes G-Class up to 11
Brabus has a long history of fettling Mercedes models to make them more powerful and eye-catching. It’s certainly stuck to that formula in the case of its latest model, the Brabus 900 Superblack, which is based on the Mercedes-AMG G63 performance version of the G-Class SUV. Having already created the P 900 Rocket Edition and… Continue reading New Brabus 900 Superblack turns Mercedes G-Class up to 11
New Mercedes GLC Coupe: premium SUV gets sporty variant
Given that the GLC is Mercedes’ most popular model globally, it’s no surprise that the second-generation version retains the option of a coupe SUV bodystyle. A quarter of the old Mercedes GLC’s sales were accounted for by the GLC Coupe variant so there’s a lot riding on this new car. Mercedes has taken the approach… Continue reading New Mercedes GLC Coupe: premium SUV gets sporty variant
New 2023 Ford Explorer: powertrain, technology and specs
We know Ford isn’t shy of using its iconic model names for its new EVs with the Mustang Mach-E and upcoming Capri – but Explorer is getting the same treatment, returning on a new mid-size electric SUV. In truth the Ford Explorer name is more renowned over in the US than it is in the… Continue reading New 2023 Ford Explorer: powertrain, technology and specs
Thermal runaway EV battery fires controlled with water cutting tech
Water jet tech from Swedish firm Cold Cut Systems could be deployed against the increasing threat of so-called thermal runaway blazes in electric vehicle batteries, following successful tests by the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (SCCA). The risk of fires in EVs, though small, is a big worry for fire services. Lithium-ion batteries burn fiercely, potentially… Continue reading Thermal runaway EV battery fires controlled with water cutting tech
Ford posts strong revenue and higher profit margins, exceeding Wall Street expectations
Ford Motor Co. posted profits of $1.8 billion in the first quarter of 2023, up from the $3.1 billion loss it reported a year ago. Revenue rose 20% year-over-year to $41.5 billion on a 9% increase in vehicle shipments over the same period last year. And adjusted operating profits were up 45% to $3.4 billion.… Continue reading Ford posts strong revenue and higher profit margins, exceeding Wall Street expectations
BYD will accelerate bottom-up EV trend with under-$11,000 model
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The Platform begins work on $38.2 million Piquette Flats project in Detroit
Detroit-based developer the Platform said Tuesday that work has begun on its $38.2 million project to redevelop the former Studebaker building in Detroit into a 161-unit affordable housing apartment complex. Called the Piquette Flats, the 108,000-square-foot historic industrial building at 411 Piquette will house 71 studios, 87 one-bedrooms and three two-bedroom loft-style apartments. The development in… Continue reading The Platform begins work on $38.2 million Piquette Flats project in Detroit
Ford cuts Mustang Mach-E prices across lineup, reopens order banks
Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday will reopen order banks for the Mustang Mach-E — again lowering prices on the battery-electric crossover amid signals that an EV price war is brewing. The Dearborn automaker is reducing pricing across the Mach-E lineup by as much as $4,000, bringing the lowest-priced model, the select rear-wheel-drive standard range, down… Continue reading Ford cuts Mustang Mach-E prices across lineup, reopens order banks
GM head of North America to retire, head of Cadillac to lead region
General Motors Co. announced four executive leadership changes Tuesday with the retirement of Steve Carlisle, executive vice president and president, North America, who will be replaced by Cadillac leader Rory Harvey. Carlisle, 61, is retiring after 41 years with the Detroit automaker. He’s led GM North American operations since September 2020. Before leading North America, Carlisle… Continue reading GM head of North America to retire, head of Cadillac to lead region