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Toyota and ExxonMobil Working On Fuel Blends (Just Add Ethanol) To Minimize Enemy Carbon Emissions, Akio Toyoda's Vision +VIDEO

Toyota and ExxonMobil Working On Fuel Blends (Just Add Ethanol) To Minimize Enemy Carbon Emissions, Akio Toyoda's Vision +VIDEO

ExxonMobil is exploring innovative fuel blends with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from road transportation up to 75% compared to conventional fuels available today.* Toyota has determined that these innovative formulas are compatible with older vehicles as well as its current model line-up. These low ... Continue reading

Toyota's Motorist CHOICE: Plug-in Hybrids with More Than 124 Miles of EV Range

Toyota's Motorist CHOICE: Plug-in Hybrids with More Than 124 Miles of EV Range

The AIADA online newsletter reported that Toyota recently replaced its leader Akio Toyoda because of his future vision of CHOICE of Power for Toyota buyers. At the same time the Toyota Board reorganized its product roadmap to place new emphasis on battery-electric vehicles (BEV). The Japanese automaker and its luxury L ... Continue reading

Ford Electric Vehicle Lineup Eligible for Tax Incentives

Ford Electric Vehicle Lineup Eligible for Tax Incentives

DEARBORN, Mich., April 14, 2023 -- Following the release of additional guidance from the U.S. Treasury Department, Ford Motor Company has confirmed that all three of its currently available popular electric vehicles as well as its plug-in hybrids are eligible for Inflation Reduction Act federal tax credits in 2023. “ ... Continue reading

Rear passenger protection falls short in most midsize SUVs

Rear passenger protection falls short in most midsize SUVs

Most midsize SUVs offer inadequate front crash protection for passengers seated in the rear, the latest crash test ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety show. “All these vehicles provide excellent protection for the driver,” said IIHS President David Harkey, “but only a handful extend that level ... Continue reading

Alfa Romeo Introduces New Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary Models

Alfa Romeo Introduces New Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary Models

2024 Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th anniversary models Alfa Romeo celebrates 100 years of the iconic Quadrifoglio by introducing the new Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversary models Limited edition with only 100 exclusive units per model, globally Exclusive content for the Quadrifoglio 100th Annivers ... Continue reading

This Month's Letter From Europe Buick Enclave, Kia Soul, VW ID.4, Volvo S60 Recharge

This Month's Letter From Europe Buick Enclave, Kia Soul, VW ID.4, Volvo S60 Recharge

Before moving on to my latest test SUV Buick’s lavishly equipped Enclave, let me digress for a second. Having recently visited Yellowstone Club adjacent to Big Sky in Montana I noticed something very interesting. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up April 2-8, 2023

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrap-up April 2-8, 2023

Here are Larry's picks among the 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

Biden-Harris Administration Making China Happier - Proposes Strongest-Ever Pollution Standards for Cars and Trucks to Accelerate Transition to a Clean-Transportation Future Unfortunately They Are Pushing The Wrong Clean Fuel.

Biden-Harris Administration Making China Happier - Proposes Strongest-Ever Pollution Standards for Cars and Trucks to Accelerate Transition to a Clean-Transportation Future Unfortunately They Are Pushing The Wrong Clean Fuel.

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new proposed federal vehicle emissions standards that will accelerate the ongoing transition to a clean vehicles future and tackle the climate crisis. The proposed standards would improve air quality for communities across the nation, especially communitie ... Continue reading

Clearly see your route with the beautiful Garmin Drive 53 GPS navigator

Clearly see your route with the beautiful Garmin Drive 53 GPS navigator

Garmin today announced the Garmin Drive™ 53 and Garmin Drive 53 & Traffic, new additions to its popular Garmin Drive product line that offers a simple, streamlined navigation solution. The Garmin Drive 53 products deliver bright, 5" glass touchscreen displays (800x480 resolution) and a modern design that makes it eas ... Continue reading

New Bestop Skyrider Retractable Top for Four Door Ford Bronco Creates Open Air Access for Front and Back-Seat Occupants

New Bestop Skyrider Retractable Top for Four Door Ford Bronco Creates Open Air Access for Front and Back-Seat Occupants

LOUISVILLE, Colo., April 11, 2023 -- Bestop is introducing its all-new Skyrider retractable top that supports the four door Ford Bronco hardtop. Bestop® is excited for Bronco customers to try its latest product as the leading manufacturer of premium soft tops and automotive accessories. ... Continue reading

Kia starts building facility for electric purpose-built vehicle (PBV) production

Kia starts building facility for electric purpose-built vehicle (PBV) production

Kia held a groundbreaking ceremony today for its dedicated plant for the production of battery-electric purpose-built vehicles (PBV). The ceremony was held at Kia's Hwaseong plant, located in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, and was attended by over 200 people, including government officials, Hyundai Motor Group Executi ... Continue reading

Unleashing the 2024 Living Vehicle® HD lineup

Unleashing the 2024 Living Vehicle® HD lineup

The Most Powerful, Solar-Powered, All-Electric Luxury Travel Trailer on Earth The HD-PRO Energy system delivers 72kWh of energy storage for extended off-grid living. The new All-Solar-Roof features the 4.4kW Dual Solar Awning and end-to-end dual-layer solar. ... Continue reading

NHTSA RECALLS - LATEST OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION AND DETAILS - April 10, 2023

NHTSA RECALLS - LATEST OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION AND DETAILS - April 10, 2023

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

Genesis Coupe Concept - Flutter Heart Flutter

Genesis Coupe Concept - Flutter Heart Flutter

“It emphasizes the duality of the Genesis brand by showcasing the antagonistic character that lives within the Athletic and Elegance parameters of Genesis’ design philosophy,” said Luc Donckerwolke, Group Chief Creative Officer.Inspired by the X Speedium Coupe Concept unveiled in New York last year, the GV80 Coup ... Continue reading

Live streaming market size to grow by USD 29,057.07 million between 2022 and 2027; APAC to account for 49% market growth - Technavio

Live streaming market size to grow by USD 29,057.07 million between 2022 and 2027; APAC to account for 49% market growth - Technavio

NEW YORK, April 6, 2023 -- The live streaming market size is expected to grow by USD 29,057.07 million between 2022 and 2027. The market's growth momentum will be accelerating at a CAGR of 13.47% during the forecast period. ... Continue reading