As heavy EVs proliferate, their weight may be a drag on safety
Feb 13, 2024
How safe are electric vehicles? It’s a question that keeps coming up in different ways in my role overseeing our vehicle crashworthiness evaluations. When we first started testing electric vehicles in 2011, the question referred to fire risk. ... Continue reading
Vehicle Dependability Slumps as Rate of Deterioration Increases, J.D. Power Finds
Feb 12, 2024
TROY, Mich.: 8 Feb. 2024 — Vehicle owners are experiencing lower levels of vehicle dependability after three years of ownership, according to the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability StudySM (VDS), released today. ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up February 4-10, 2024
Feb 11, 2024
Here are Larry's story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets. ... Continue reading
Hybrids - About Hybrid Cars and Trucks (HEV)
Feb 7, 2024
Hybrid electric vehicles are powered by an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors, which uses energy stored in batteries. A hybrid electric vehicle cannot be plugged in to charge the battery. ... Continue reading
Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase
Jan 31, 2024
Thinking of buying a used car? It can be a wise and economical decision, but it's essential to proceed with caution to find a trustworthy and suitable vehicle. As someone passionate about cars, we want to help you make an informed choice. ... Continue reading
EV Motoring Fairy-Tale Reality - Be Worried Be Very Worried
Jan 31, 2024
“We’re Going to Need A Lot of Lithium. . .” (Cue the Jaws theme)Here’s a quote that plenty of product planners who are penciling the future of electric vehicles:“It’s almost impossible, and definitely a race against time The big money that needs to be spent takes time to get approval for and to deploy.”Th ... Continue reading
Recalls - Official NHTSA Weekly Summary January 29, 2024
Jan 29, 2024
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Jan 22, 2024
Jan 18, 2024 | Dearborn The year 2023 was another record one for electric vehicle sales in the U.S., and that means a lot of new owners heading into their first winter with an EV. With temperatures dropping below freezing in northern parts of the U.S., here are some tips for how you can best prepare your EV to maximize ... Continue reading
Not Quite A Classic Yet - Used Car Reviews 1997-2001
Jan 21, 2024
Used Car Reviews 1997-2001 ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up January 7-13, 2024
Jan 14, 2024
Larry's relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive news nuggets ... Continue reading
OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALLS SUMMARY JANUARY 8, 2024
Jan 8, 2024
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Round-up December 31-January 6, 2024
Jan 7, 2024
Larry's Choice for this past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets. ... Continue reading
More EVs Lose U.S. Tax Credits Including Tesla, Nissan, GM Vehicles
Jan 2, 2024
Tesla's new Cybertruck is shown on display at a Tesla store in San Diego, California, U.S., December 9, 2023. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo Acquire Licensing RightsWASHINGTON, Jan 1 (Reuters) - Many electric vehicles lost eligibility for tax credits of up to $7,500 after new battery sourcing rules took effect on Monday ... Continue reading
Official NHTSA Recall Summary January 1, 2024
Jan 2, 2024
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Dec 27, 2023
Cox Automotive forecasts full-year 2023 U.S. auto sales to finish near 15.5 million units, up from 13.9 million in 2022 and down from the market peak of 17.5 million in 2016. Cox Automotive forecasts annual vehicle sales pace in December to be near 15.1 million, up 1.6 million from last December's 13.5 million pace but ... Continue reading
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