WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) said on Tuesday it will recall 3.4 million vehicles worldwide because of an electronic defect that can result in air bags not deploying in crashes. The Toyota logo is seen during the first press day of the Paris auto show, in Paris, France, October 2, 2018. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier… Continue reading Toyota to recall 3.4 million vehicles worldwide, air bags may not deploy in crashes
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Honda recalling 2.7 million North American vehicles for new air bag inflator defect
Honda Motor Co. logo is seen at the Paris auto show, in Paris, France, October 4, 2018. REUTERS/Benoit Tessier WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Honda Motor Co (7267.T) said on Tuesday it will recall 2.7 million older U.S. vehicles in North America for potentially defective air bag inflators. The defect involves a different type of Takata inflator… Continue reading Honda recalling 2.7 million North American vehicles for new air bag inflator defect
@Hyundai: All about EV – 4 Truths about EVs
Data from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport show that the accumulated number of registered EVs exceeded 72,800 last June 2019. The number got almost doubled compared to the year before (36,835). EVs are indeed gaining popularity as more and more people are giving them positive feedback. Still, doubts remain. Here are some interesting… Continue reading @Hyundai: All about EV – 4 Truths about EVs
Fast, reliable electric vehicle charging is closer than you think
The only advantage fossil fueled cars still have over electric is the time it takes to fill one up. The good news is that electric vehicle sales are up. According to the Edison Electric Institute, 2018 American sales are up 81% compared to 2017, and there are over 1.18 million EVs on the road. The… Continue reading Fast, reliable electric vehicle charging is closer than you think
Tesla says unintended acceleration claims are ‘completely false’
Sponsored Links Roberto Baldwin/Engadget Tesla just rejected any notion that its cars are prone to unintended acceleration. In a blog post, the EV maker claimed that a petition describing unexpected acceleration was “completely false” and the product of a “Tesla short-seller” hoping to make a quick buck. Every case where Tesla had a car’s data… Continue reading Tesla says unintended acceleration claims are ‘completely false’
Tesla rebuffs U.S. safety recall petition, says no unintended acceleration in vehicles
FILE PHOTO: A Tesla logo is seen in Los Angeles, California U.S. January 12, 2018. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo (Reuters) – Tesla Inc on Monday said there was no unintended acceleration in its vehicles, as it responded to a petition to a U.S. safety regulator to investigate and recall around 500,000 of the company’s electric cars… Continue reading Tesla rebuffs U.S. safety recall petition, says no unintended acceleration in vehicles
@Mitsubishi: New Mirage Stands Alongside Mitsubishi’s Evolving 2020 Lineup
New Mirage Stands Alongside Mitsubishi’s Evolving 2020 Lineup Montréal, Québec – January 16, 2020 – Mitsubishi Mirage, making its North American Premiere today at the Montréal International Auto Show, benefits from a significant makeover meant to sharpen its looks and introduce new advanced safety features. It launches in dealerships late summer as model year 2021.… Continue reading @Mitsubishi: New Mirage Stands Alongside Mitsubishi’s Evolving 2020 Lineup
Meritor Acquires TransPower, Advancing its Electrification Expertise
TROY, Mich., Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) today announced that it has acquired all the outstanding common shares of Transportation Power, Inc. (“TransPower”). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “We are excited to welcome TransPower to the Meritor family as we continue providing our customers with sophisticated electric drivetrain solutions,”… Continue reading Meritor Acquires TransPower, Advancing its Electrification Expertise
Roadster Salon’s First All-Electric Spider America Now Ready for Production
BARRINGTON, Ill., Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Based on the beloved classic Fiat 124 convertible, The Spider America EV is the ultimate expression of Roadster Salon technology and craftsmanship. As seen in the Robb Report, https://robbreport.com/motors/cars/roadster-salone-1983-fiat-pininfarina-spider-america-ev-conversion-2891819/. Continue Reading The stunning Roadster Salon Spider America EV The resplendent Roadster Salon EV Jr The Spider America is… Continue reading Roadster Salon’s First All-Electric Spider America Now Ready for Production
@Toyota: Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles
PLANO, Texas (January 13, 2020) – Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain 2018-2019 Model Year Lexus LS 500, LC 500, RC 350, RC 300, GS 350, IS 300, ES 350, LX 570, GX 460, and RX 350; certain 2019 Model Year Lexus NX 300, RX 350L, and GS 300; certain 2018-2019 Model Year Toyota… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles