Ford’s all-electric 2021-23 Mustang Mach-E scored the highest in frontal crash safety testing against 13 midsize SUV competitors, according to the latest study released Tuesday by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS): The 2022-23 Tesla Model Y, 2022-23 Ford Explorer and the 2022-23 Subaru Ascent also earned good ratings for front crash protection for… Continue reading Ford’s Mustang Mach-E scores highest in crash safety test among 13 midsize SUVs
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Fast facts on what it takes to test drive cars at GM
The testing performed at the General Motors Milford Proving Ground is grueling on both drivers and vehicles. The engineers who evaluate cars at high speeds are the top guns of driving and there are many safety measures in place. There’s also a strong support staff. The punishing testing of the vehicles leads to safer cars… Continue reading Fast facts on what it takes to test drive cars at GM
Volkswagen Will Invest $193 Billion in Electric Cars and Software
Volkswagen said on Tuesday that it would spend $193 billion on software, battery factories and other investments as it aimed to make every fifth vehicle it sold electric by 2025. The automaker, the world’s second biggest after Toyota, will also focus on expanding its presence in North America, where it has struggled for years, and… Continue reading Volkswagen Will Invest $193 Billion in Electric Cars and Software
Volkswagen announces five-year $193 billion investment plan as electrification gathers pace
People look at the Volkswagen id buzz electric car during the press day at the Los Angeles Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, November 17, 2022. Mike Blake | Reuters Volkswagen on Tuesday announced plans to invest 180 billion euros ($192.6 billion) between 2023 and 2027, with more than two thirds targeting “electrification and digitalization.”… Continue reading Volkswagen announces five-year $193 billion investment plan as electrification gathers pace
NHTSA bars 2 Michigan importers from bringing autos into the country
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has notified two registered Michigan vehicle importers they’re not allowed to import vehicles into the United States through the government’s Registered Importer program after they committed “serious and systemic violations of federal safety requirements.” The companies are Bisbee Importing in Davison and Metro Auto Importer in Clinton Township. Neither… Continue reading NHTSA bars 2 Michigan importers from bringing autos into the country
GM lead marketing officer retiring
General Motors Co. Senior Vice President and Global Chief Marketing Officer Deborah Wahl is retiring at the end of March, the automaker confirmed Tuesday. “We appreciate Deborah’s contributions since joining GM in 2018 and wish her well in her next chapter,” GM said in a statement. The company is going to conduct an external search… Continue reading GM lead marketing officer retiring
GM Mexico truck plant down for a second week due to parts shortage
General Motors Co.’s Mexico light-duty truck plant has been down since last week as the result of an unspecified parts shortage, the automaker confirmed Tuesday. The plant in Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico builds the light-duty Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra. GM’s other truck plants in Flint; Fort Wayne, Indiana; and Oshawa, Ontario, have continued producing trucks. GM… Continue reading GM Mexico truck plant down for a second week due to parts shortage
Biden administration opens applications for community EV charging aid
Washington — The U.S. Department of Transportation on Tuesday opened the first round of applications for $2.5 billion in funding for alternative fueling infrastructure, including electric vehicle chargers. The five-year program will fund EV chargers as well as fueling stations for hydrogen, propane and natural gas. Only medium- and heavy-duty propane stations are eligible. Half… Continue reading Biden administration opens applications for community EV charging aid
He mistakenly entered a stranger’s Tesla. The app let him drive it, he says
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Ola recalls S1 scooters to fix front fork suspension issue, offers free upgrade
In a first-ever large-scale recall by any EV player, Ola Electric recognising the challenges around its front fork that have seen a half dozen breakdowns, announced a massive recall for its S1 range from March 22, offering to upgrade to the new fork design. In a statement issued over Twitter, the Bengaluru based Soft bank… Continue reading Ola recalls S1 scooters to fix front fork suspension issue, offers free upgrade