The global semiconductor shortage is about to claim another casualty. Starting on Monday, General Motors will temporarily halt production at all but four of its North American factories due to chip supply constraints. The halt in production will affect many of the automaker’s most profitable vehicles, including the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra. “During the… Continue reading GM suspends production at North American plants amid ongoing chip shortages
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BMW Group’s Neue Klasse lineup to focus on circular economy to achieve reduction in CO2 emissions
The BMW Group announced Thursday its intentions to commit to a 50% reduction from 2019 levels in global carbon dioxide emissions during the use-phase of its vehicles by 2030, as well as a 40% reduction in emissions during the life cycle of the vehicle. These goals, including a plan to focus on the principles of… Continue reading BMW Group’s Neue Klasse lineup to focus on circular economy to achieve reduction in CO2 emissions
Biden, in a Push to Phase Out Gas Cars, Tightens Pollution Rules
WASHINGTON — President Biden on Thursday announced a multistep strategy aimed at rapidly shifting Americans from gasoline-powered cars and trucks toward electric vehicles — a central part of his plan to reduce the pollution that is heating the planet. Mr. Biden is first restoring and slightly strengthening auto mileage standards to the levels that existed… Continue reading Biden, in a Push to Phase Out Gas Cars, Tightens Pollution Rules
Nikola and Bosch ink deal for hydrogen fuel cell modules
Beleaguered electric truck developer Nikola Corp. has inked a new agreement with Bosch for its hydrogen fuel cell modules. The modules will be used to power two of Nikola’s hydrogen-fueled semi-trucks, the short-haul Nikola Tre and Nikola Two sleeper. “This announcement is the result of a multi-year working relationship with Bosch,” Nikola CEO Mark Russell said… Continue reading Nikola and Bosch ink deal for hydrogen fuel cell modules
Watch Tesla Model S Plaid with Track Mode do hot laps on Nürburgring racetrack
Tesla is currently in Germany testing its Model S Plaid and attempting to break some records on a notoriously difficult track. You can watch Tesla take some hot laps with the Model S Plaid on the Nürburgring racetrack below. After Porsche brought its brand-new Taycan electric car to the Nürburgring racetrack to break a record… Continue reading Watch Tesla Model S Plaid with Track Mode do hot laps on Nürburgring racetrack
Tesla Model Y takes over Norway, pushes all-electric car sales to 72% market share
Tesla started deliveries of the Model Y in Europe last month, and within a week it became the best-selling vehicle in Norway. It helped pushed all-electric car sales to 72% market share – a new record. Norway has been achieving some incredible levels of EV penetration in the market. We recently reported that electric cars… Continue reading Tesla Model Y takes over Norway, pushes all-electric car sales to 72% market share
@Renault: 2021 IAA: Renault press conference, hall B1, booth A60000287
2021 IAA: Renault press conference, hall B1, booth A60 – Newsroom Renault Group Thank you for registering! We sent you a confirmation email; please click the validation link to confirm your subscription. September 2, 2021 We are pleased to share with you the links to the streaming of the Renault press conference live from the… Continue reading @Renault: 2021 IAA: Renault press conference, hall B1, booth A60000287
Ford sales plunge in August as industry chip constraints persist
Ford Motor Co.’s U.S. sales plunged by one-third in August compared to the previous year amid an industrywide slide driven by a semiconductor shortage that has dragged on since late last year and pushed new-vehicle inventories to historic lows. Ford sold 124,176 new vehicles in the U.S. last month, down 33.1% from August 2020. Truck sales dropped 29.4%… Continue reading Ford sales plunge in August as industry chip constraints persist
Payne: Subaru’s BRZ track rat is fun, ‘ffordable, and finally fixed
Lime Rock Park, Connecticut — Short but sweet, Lime Rock is one of America’s most formidable race tracks. It features double-apex turns, elevation changes and the Diving Turn — one of the most heart-in-your-throat downhill bends this side of Cedar Point’s Millennium Force. But my 2022 Subaru BRZ tester likes Lime Rock’s new interior autocross track… Continue reading Payne: Subaru’s BRZ track rat is fun, ‘ffordable, and finally fixed
@VW Group: “Vorsprung 2030”: CEO Markus Duesmann on Audi’s sustainable premium mobility transformation (key statements)003757
Here are his key statements … on carbon-neutral mobility: “Enabling carbon-neutral mobility is one of the defining issues of our time and one that every OEM must answer for themselves. We act on what we believe to be true: that a sustainable business model is key in preparing for a successful future.” “In just twelve… Continue reading @VW Group: “Vorsprung 2030”: CEO Markus Duesmann on Audi’s sustainable premium mobility transformation (key statements)003757