Honda CEO touts EVs, but combustion engines could last until 2040
Honda is moving rapidly to catch up with electric-vehicle competitors in global markets, but the company's top executive said combustion engines could last through 2040 and beyond......»»
Honda quarterly profit jumps 35% on booming North America
Honda posted a 35 percent jump in quarterly operating profit as sales boom in North America and a better mix of higher margin vehicles propels the automaker......»»
Honda quarterly profit jumps 35% on booming N. America
Honda posted a 35 percent jump in quarterly operating profit as sales boom in North America and a better mix of higher margin vehicles propels the automaker......»»
Natural gas flare samples collected by aircraft reveal high variation in nitrogen oxides emission estimates
Natural gas flaring, or burning, is commonly used in parts of the United States to dispose of the gas byproduct from oil extraction. The flare's combustion converts hydrocarbons to carbon dioxide and water, which lessens the climate impact and reduce.....»»
Ford rethinks EV strategy, is working on a smaller, cheaper EV platform
Ford now says mass-adoption needs EVs that cost the same as combustion cars. Enlarge / Americans love pickup trucks, but most pickup-truck loving Americans are not ready to go electric yet. Meanwhile, there's almost nothing to bu.....»»
Ford posts $526M net loss in Q4 on accounting charge; revenue rises 4%
Ford earned a $14.7 billion profit from its internal combustion and commercial businesses before interest and taxes, while its EV unit lost $4.7 billion......»»
Honda recalls 750,000 vehicles due to airbag seat sensor problem
The problem affects many different Hondas and Acuras built between 2020–2022. Enlarge / The passenger airbag in some new Hondas and Acuras is very advanced and designed to prevent brain injuries. But a faulty sensor in the se.....»»
EU unveils 2040 climate targets in political tightrope act
The EU on Tuesday unveils its climate targets for 2040 and a roadmap for the next stage of its energy transition, four months before European elections and with the bloc reeling from a farmer revolt against green reforms......»»
Honda recalls 750,000 U.S. vehicles for sensor problem; GM recalls 323,000 for tailgate glitch
Honda said a front passenger seat weight sensor in certain models may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the airbag as intended, NHTSA said......»»
Apple opens 2024 Swift Student Challenge applications with new ‘Distinguished Winners’ category
Apple has officially opened applications for the 2024 Swift Student Challenge. “Apple is proud to support and uplift the next generation of developers, creators, and entrepreneurs with the Swift Student Challenge,” Apple touts. more….....»»
EU walks farming minefield with new climate goals
The EU's climate goals for 2040 are set to further dial up the pressure on a farm sector that has yet to get tough on greenhouse gas emissions—but is already up in arms over existing environmental rules......»»
Hyundai touts early success with Amazon retail program
Just one month into the pilot program Hyundai made its first vehicle delivery to an Amazon employee in Seattle, the company told dealers Saturday at the NADA Show......»»
Chrome boss says Apple’s new iPhone browser engine approach stifles ‘real choice’
In response to the Digital Markets Act (DMA), Apple announced last week that it would allow “alternative” browser engines on the iPhone in Europe. Google’s head of Chrome today shared their thoughts on the upcoming iPhone browser engine change......»»
Stellantis CEO sees the rise of Chinese automakers fueling M&A
Carlos Tavares views the rise of Chinese automakers and the EU’s efforts to phase out combustion engines as factors fueling greater potential for consolidation among automakers......»»
Toyota, Honda rebounds roll on; Hyundai, Kia sales slip on weaker car volume; Subaru, Mazda up
U.S. light-vehicle sales are projected to rise as much as 8 percent in January behind improving inventory and higher discounts......»»
After ditching its hybrids, GM says it needs to build more hybrids
After killing the Volt in 2019, now PHEV powertrains are back on the menu. Enlarge / This is the Voltec plug-in hybrid powertrain from GM. It combines an internal combustion engine with a lithium-ion battery pack. Most of the tim.....»»
Toyota halts some diesel shipments after more testing irregularities
Toyota's latest problems, this time involving product certification for diesel engines supplied to passenger vehicles by Toyota Industries, follow earlier testing scandals at minicar maker Daihatsu and truck affiliate Hino Motors......»»
Defect shatters Honda HR-V rear windows, Consumer Reports says
Consumer Reports said the rear windshield shattered on a 2023 Honda HR-V it was testing after being started remotely on a chilly morning......»»
Akio Toyoda"s favorite cars have this in common: Engines
If you guessed the Toyota chairman's hand-picked collection of cars all had one thing in common, you'd be spot on in wagering that his hot wheels are more eclectic than electric......»»
GM and Honda"s hydrogen joint venture starts production of fuel cell systems in Michigan
General Motors and Honda said their hydrogen fuel cell joint venture reached a milestone with the start of production at a factory in southeast Michigan......»»
Here’s how Honda and GM are building production hydrogen fuel cells
Uses include mining equipment, class 8 trucks, and power generators. Enlarge / Anode and cathode "inks" are applied to carbon-fiber paper. (credit: GM/Honda) BROWNSTOWN, Mich.—Today, a joint venture between General Mot.....»»