NHTSA blames drivers for "sudden unintended acceleration" in Tesla vehicles
NHTSA was acting on information provided by a Mr. Brian Sparks, who requested that the NHTSA "recall all Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles produced from 2013 to the present" due to SUA (sudden unintended acceleration) problems......»»
GM uses dealer feedback to implement online sales platform
Nearly 1,000 dealers use General Motors' Digital Retail Platform, which is designed to create a consistent shopping experience and reduce some of the cost required to sell vehicles......»»
GM sees growth for CarBravo used-vehicle sales platform
About 45 percent of used vehicles sold through CarBravo would not have been certified before, including older vehicles and those from non-GM brands, and they're backed by GM factory warranties......»»
As Tesla’s European sales plummet 36% in August, automakers warn EV market now on ‘continual downward trajectory’
As Tesla’s European sales plummet 36% in August, automakers warn EV market now on ‘continual downward trajectory’.....»»
MS Coast mother blames police for son’s death in restaurant mass shooting, lawsuit says
MS Coast mother blames police for son’s death in restaurant mass shooting, lawsuit says.....»»
Ford, Kia gain some traction in revamping China operations
Most global automakers, unable to match or catch up with China’s rapid shift to electrified vehicles, and losing market share, still seem to have no idea how to respond other than cutting production......»»
Reports: Hyundai and Waymo explore collaboration involving self-driving vehicles
Self-driving tech company Waymo is holding discussions with Hyundai Motor Group about using the Ioniq 5 as a robotaxi platform, according to reports from Reuters and a South Korean newspaper......»»
Editorial: Elon Musk plays politics at Tesla"s risk
Most auto executives maintain strict boundaries in public settings, and the box is there for a good reason......»»
You can now charge your General Motors EV at a Tesla Supercharger
Owners of a General Motors-built EV can now charge at any Tesla Supercharger station after buying an adapter......»»
Road rage suspects in custody after gunshots, drivers ramming vehicles near Boise
Road rage suspects in custody after gunshots, drivers ramming vehicles near Boise.....»»
Light-induced immunoassay can selectively detect coronavirus spike proteins in five minutes
Like moths to a flame, microbes can also be moved by light. Using this knowledge, researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University's Research Institute for Light-induced Acceleration System (RILACS) have demonstrated a method to detect the presence of.....»»
Partial automation technology encourages distraction, IIHS finds
Automated driving systems in a Volvo and Tesla increased complacency, even among experienced drivers......»»
Second-gen Starlink satellites leak 30 times more radio interference, threatening astronomical observations
Observations with the LOFAR (Low Frequency Array) radio telescope last year showed that first generation Starlink satellites emit unintended radio waves that can hinder astronomical observations......»»
GM EVs gain access to Tesla Superchargers — with $225 adapter
The Tesla-designed North American Charging Standard connector will be built into future GM electric vehicles......»»
Tesla’s Superchargers open up to GM EVs today—adapters needed
The adapter will cost $225. Enlarge / The Hummer EV and its gargantuan 205 kWh pack is among the GM EVs that gain access to the Tesla Supercharger network today. (credit: GMC) Starting today, electric vehicles made by Ge.....»»
Daily 5 report for Sept. 17: Bollinger production begins
Welcome to today's edition of the Daily 5 Remember electric vehicle maker Bollinger's big, brawny off-road vehicles? The ones that launched the brand almost eight years ago? Well, the first Bollinger trucks rolling out of a suburban Detroit plant.....»»
Toyota marks Highlander"s 25th anniversary with limited edition
The 2025 Toyota Highlander 25th Edition will debut at dealerships in November and is limited to 2,500 vehicles......»»
Driver assists become de facto autopilots as drivers multitask, study finds
As drivers become familiar with the systems, they exploit them. Enlarge / Lane keeping systems let you take your hands off the wheel while you drive. (credit: Getty Images) The seductive lure of cars that drive themselv.....»»
Daily 5 report for Sept. 16: Why is the EV market shifting away from Tesla in Silicon Valley?
The EV market is shifting away from Tesla in Silicon Valley......»»
In-car payments for EV charging can ease some reliability issues
Companies are enabling drivers to pay for charging from inside the vehicle......»»
The state of solid-state batteries: We may be on the cusp of an EV revolution
Electric vehicles may finally be on the cusp of unlocking up to 1,000 miles of range and faster charging speeds, through solid-state battery tech......»»