In its most recent challenge, Hennessey pitted its powerful VelociRaptor 600 truck against shifting dunes and temperatures exceeding 100°F (~40°C) in an arid Southern California desert. Utilizing its enhanced 672 lb-ft of torque, the truck tackled extreme inclines to climb 300 ft high dunes, plus underwent punishing launches and high-speed driving. The Hennessey engineering team… Continue reading Hennessey Tests VelociRaptor 600 at Glamis Sand Dunes
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Hyundai Hosts First Car Seat Safety Event with Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago
During the event, nationally certified child passenger safety technicians (CPST) inspected car seats for expiration, manufacturer recalls, and/or proper fit of the seat for children. Hyundai’s corporate social responsibility initiative, Hyundai Hope, and its employee resource group, [email protected], donated $10,000 and 2,100 infant diapers to the infant supply drive during the Move for Kids event. “Correct… Continue reading Hyundai Hosts First Car Seat Safety Event with Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago
Covectra Announces Appointment of Gary Miloscia As President and Chief Executive Officer
WESTBOROUGH, Mass., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Covectra, a leader in track and trace solutions, today announced today announced that Gary Miloscia has been named as President and Chief Executive Officer. The Company also announced that Steve Wood, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer since its inception in 2008, will be transitioning to serve on the Board of… Continue reading Covectra Announces Appointment of Gary Miloscia As President and Chief Executive Officer
Ford is telling its dealers to stop selling the Mustang Mach-E over safety concerns
Ford issued a stop-sale order to its dealers for the Mustang Mach-E electric crossover over concerns that a safety defect may render the vehicle immobile, CNBC reports. The malfunction involves a potential overheating of the vehicle’s battery high voltage contactors, which can lead to the vehicle failing to start or losing power while in motion.… Continue reading Ford is telling its dealers to stop selling the Mustang Mach-E over safety concerns
Tesla Accused of Shutting Off Autopilot Moments Before Impact
Controversy over Tesla’s Autopilot functionality, which provides limited automation functionality, is nothing new. The feature has reportedly been involved in a number of crashes, some deadly. But while the Elon Musk-helmed electric car manufacturer has so far managed to stay legally unscathed by the feature, a bombshell report from the newly-expanded National Highway Traffic Safety… Continue reading Tesla Accused of Shutting Off Autopilot Moments Before Impact
Bridgestone Launches WeatherPeak Touring Tire with Advanced All-Season Capabilities
“The Bridgestone WeatherPeak tire leverages our latest technology innovations to push the all-season category to new heights,” said Ian McKenney, Senior Product Manager, Consumer Replacement Tire Sales and Marketing, Bridgestone Americas. “Drivers are increasingly looking for safe, yet practical tires that provide confident control for any season, weather or journey. The Bridgestone WeatherPeak tire provides… Continue reading Bridgestone Launches WeatherPeak Touring Tire with Advanced All-Season Capabilities
Sime Darby Motors partners with Syncron to Accelerate the Digitalization of its Automotive Spare Parts Processes
Increased parts availability, fill rates, and inventory control enable leading Malaysian auto distributor to exceed customer expectations while advancing its aftermarket business KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Sime Darby Motors Malaysia has teamed up with Syncron to optimize service parts inventory and to accelerate the digitalization of spare parts processes for its Ford and… Continue reading Sime Darby Motors partners with Syncron to Accelerate the Digitalization of its Automotive Spare Parts Processes
Cleantechnica: NHTSA Upgrades Tesla Investigation Into Emergency Vehicle Crashes 002045
The NHTSA investigation into Tesla’s autonomous and semi-autonomous driving tech has been upgraded to an “engineering analysis” following reports that six additional crashes involving Teslas and first-responder emergency vehicles had been added to the scope of the investigation in another sign of increased scrutiny of the electric car brand. The probe, which was initiated last… Continue reading Cleantechnica: NHTSA Upgrades Tesla Investigation Into Emergency Vehicle Crashes 002045
@GM: GM Announces Preliminary Voting Results at Annual Meeting of Shareholders June 13, 2022
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@GM: GM Defense Announces New Entity to Drive International Expansion June 13, 2022
Terms & Conditions LEGAL NOTICES PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SITE THIS WEB SITE (THE “SITE”) IS PROVIDED BY GM FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. BY USING THE SITE, OR BY DOWNLOADING MATERIALS FROM THIS SITE, YOU AGREE TO ABIDE AND BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED BELOW AND ELSEWHERE WITHIN… Continue reading @GM: GM Defense Announces New Entity to Drive International Expansion June 13, 2022