Washington — More than 150 Republicans in the U.S. House asked Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan Monday to roll back the agency’s proposed emissions standards that are expected to further push the auto industry to electric vehicles. EPA’s new emissions standards are “unworkable and impractical” and would force the auto industry into “complete vehicle… Continue reading 151 House Republicans call on EPA to roll back proposed vehicle emission rules
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Ford strikes lithium deals to support increase in EV output
Ford Motor Co. reached a series of deals to buy lithium from projects in Canada to Chile, as automakers rush to secure the materials needed to build electric vehicles. Ford has struck deals with Albemarle, the world’s top producer, Chile’s SQM and Canada’s Nemaska Lithium, according to separate announcements Monday. The deals come ahead of… Continue reading Ford strikes lithium deals to support increase in EV output
Cadillac Escalade to get all-electric version this year with new ‘IQ’ badge
The Cadillac Escalade is going electric — and getting a new twist on its name for the EV version. General Motors Co.’s luxury brand on Monday announced the full-size SUV is getting a battery-electric powertrain, which will be revealed “later this year,” without providing details. The vehicle will wear a “Escalade IQ” badge to match… Continue reading Cadillac Escalade to get all-electric version this year with new ‘IQ’ badge
TikTok and other social media trends are thrusting performance crimes into the US spotlight
New York — Jonnifer Neal’s Kia was stolen twice in one day — first from in front of her Chicago home and later from outside the mechanic shop where she took it to get fixed. But Neal’s ordeal didn’t end there. After her car was recovered a month later, she was stopped by police twice… Continue reading TikTok and other social media trends are thrusting performance crimes into the US spotlight
Wall Street in Dearborn: Ford execs say automaker is ready to ‘break out’ of box
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Alpine and Lotus axe deal to co-develop electric sports car
Alpine and Lotus have ended their collaboration on the development of a new electric sports car, widely understood to be the successor to the Alpine A110. The two firms signed a memorandum of understanding in January 2021, agreeing to conduct a “comprehensive feasibility study” for the car. In a statement issued today, Alpine said: “Lotus… Continue reading Alpine and Lotus axe deal to co-develop electric sports car
Rolls-Royce Spectre set to enter production in September
Rolls-Royce is set to begin producing its new Spectre electric coupé for customers in September, at an expected average transaction price of more than half a million euros apiece. Speaking to Autocar at the Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza in Italy – where the luxury EV made its European public debut – Rolls-Royce CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös… Continue reading Rolls-Royce Spectre set to enter production in September
Lotus Type 133 to be 904bhp Porsche Taycan rival
Set to be revealed late this year, the Lotus Type 133 will be the brand’s first performance saloon since the early-1990s Vauxhall-based Carlton and is set to be particularly popular in China and the US – crucial markets for Lotus. Around five metres long, the Porsche Taycan rival will be positioned as the most luxurious model… Continue reading Lotus Type 133 to be 904bhp Porsche Taycan rival
2024 Lexus LBX hybrid crossover to be revealed on 5 June
Lexus will reveal its next model, the LBX, on 5 June. The ‘X’ in the name suggests that it will be an crossover, in keeping with the UX, RX and NX. Teaser images showing the LBX’s high roofline also appear to confirm this. The LBX is unlikely to be offered with solely electric power, given… Continue reading 2024 Lexus LBX hybrid crossover to be revealed on 5 June
Maruti Suzuki’s Automated Driving Test Track inaugurated at Lado Sarai, Delhi
Maruti Suzuki’s Automated Driving Test Track at Lado Sarai was inaugurated by Shri Ashish Kundra (IAS), Principal Secretary-cum-Commissioner, Transport, Government of Delhi on May 22. With the commissioning of the Lado Sarai Automated Driving Test Track (ADTT), Maruti Suzuki has successfully automated all its driving test tracks in Delhi, as part of the agreement with… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki’s Automated Driving Test Track inaugurated at Lado Sarai, Delhi