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Yes, Tin Lizzie Was An Alcoholic

Yes, Tin Lizzie Was An Alcoholic

SPECIAL FEATURE - Correcting Bad Revisionist History About Ford's Multi-Fuel Model T Automobile ... Continue reading

Toms' Guide EV Insights

Toms' Guide EV Insights

I never once imagined ever being enticed by a pickup truck, but that all changed when I test drove the Ford F150 Lightning over a weekend. Just in that time alone, I was convinced about many things regarding electric vehicles, even though I had challenges filling up at a Tesla Supercharger station. ... Continue reading

Toyota March and 1Q 2024 Sales

Toyota March and 1Q 2024 Sales

Toyota Motor North America Reports March, First Quarter 2024 U.S. Sales April 02, 2024 Read More Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Send email Copy Link First quarter sales of electrified vehicles surges 74 percent on a volume basis; represents 36.6 percent of total sales volume 27 electrified Toyota ... Continue reading

2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus - Review by Bruce Hotchkiss +VIDEO

There are some out there who feel that if a car's power doesn't come from an internal combustion engine (ICE) it isn't real. Oh, come on. ... Continue reading

2024 AUDI Q8 e-tron Quattro – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2024 AUDI Q8 e-tron Quattro – Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Charging issues mar an otherwise beautiful vehicle ... Continue reading

Study Shows Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) Paired With E85 (FLEX-FUEL ETHANOL) is as climate-friendly as battery electric vehicles (BEV) LOWERING total GHG emissions

Study Shows Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) Paired With E85 (FLEX-FUEL ETHANOL) is as climate-friendly as battery electric vehicles (BEV) LOWERING total GHG emissions

Plug-in flex-fuel hybrid vehicles running on E85 fuel with up to 85% renewable ethanol are just as climate-friendly as electric vehicles, according to a new study. Research carried out by the French research consultancy IFPEN measured and compared the greenhouse-gas emissions of vehicles powered solely by petrol, plug- ... Continue reading

NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary April 1, 2024

NHTSA Weekly Recall Summary April 1, 2024

Official NHTSA Recall summary ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up March 24-31, 2024

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up March 24-31, 2024

* Q1 sales. Cox Automotive forecasts U.S. new-vehicle sales in Q1 will increase 5.6% year over year and reach 3.8 million units. ... Continue reading

2024 LEXUS RX 450H+ PHEV

2024 LEXUS RX 450H+ PHEV

Building on the all-new redesign of the iconic crossover vehicle last year, Lexus adds the much-anticipated plug-in hybrid to the electrified lineup. ... Continue reading

Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase

Vital Tips for a Successful Used Car Purchase

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

EV Motoring Fairy-Tale Reality - Be Worried Be Very Worried

“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

Will Rising Gas Prices Make Green Energy The Affordable Option?

Will Rising Gas Prices Make Green Energy The Affordable Option?

Over the past few months, gas prices have been skyrocketing. Due to sanctions on Russia, gas is at a premium, even though the US only gets a small proportion of its gas from Russia. ... Continue reading

6 Compelling Reasons Why People Love Ebikes

6 Compelling Reasons Why People Love Ebikes

Ebikes, a modern twist on traditional cycling, have swiftly risen in popularity, offering a harmonious mix of convenience, sustainability, and enjoyment. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY, March 18-24, 2024

NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY, March 18-24, 2024

Official Recall Summary ... Continue reading

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