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High School Students Offered a Career Path into Automotive Collision Repair
Amid financial aid delays and concerns about the future, many students have skipped the pressures of May's Decision Day and are considering an alternative path to a traditional four-year degree by choosing a skilled trade that offers long-term success and financial stability, like automotive collision repair. ... Continue reading
J.D. Power-GlobalData U.S. Automotive Forecast for May 2024
TROY, Mich.--J.D. Power: The Total Sales Forecast Total new-vehicle sales for May 2024, including retail and non-retail transactions, are projected to reach 1,446,800 units, a 2.9% increase from May 2023 on a selling day adjusted basis, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and GlobalData. May 2024 has 26 selli ... Continue reading
Lynx Motors Announces a Global Partnership with Fast Lane Drive
AUSTIN, Texas--Lynx Motors is delighted to announce a new two-year global corporate sponsorship agreement with Fast Lane Drive, an exclusive, members-only supercar club. This strategic partnership aims for Lynx Motors and Fast Lane Drive to collaborate and engage car enthusiasts who share their passions worldwide. ... Continue reading
Jeep® Brand Launches All-new All-electric Jeep Wagoneer S Film 'Surpass Yourself'
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 22, 2024 -- The Jeep® brand today released ... Continue reading
First Hydrogen-Fueled Vessel in the US Receives US Coast Guard Approval to Enter Commercial Service
WITCH Maritime, a leading developer of zero-emission maritime vessels, was presented with the signed Certificate of Inspection (“COI”) by Captain Taylor Q. Lam, the US Coast Guard Sector San Francisco commander and Captain of the Port, for its flagship hydrogen ferry, the Sea Change. The ceremony took place last Fr ... Continue reading
ChargePoint and Airbnb Partner to Enable Seamless EV Charging
ChargePoint and Airbnb partner to make it easier for Airbnb hosts in the US to install EV chargers at their listings to meet a growing demand in EV charging from Airbnb guests. ... Continue reading
Circle K Announces Nationwide 'Fuel Day' Offering Up To 40 Cents Per Gallon Savings on May 23
Circle K, the global convenience store chain, is giving its customers an easy way to save heading into the long Memorial Day holiday weekend. ... Continue reading
Just So You Know! Government Incentives Are Underwriting the Electric Trucks Industry
Government regulations are accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles into fleets across the nation. The U.S. federal government's Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is providing up to $40,000 per vehicle in tax incentives to buyers or lessors of commercial electric vehicles; either 30% of the original purchase price of ... Continue reading
Autonomous trucks go commercial - Scania opens up orders in the mining segment
SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden, May 21, 2024 -- Scania starts sales of autonomous mining trucks, opening up for safer, more efficient and more sustainable mining operations. The realisation of autonomous transport is taking a big step forward as Scania opens up for orders of the company's self-driving mining solutions. ... Continue reading
Auto Insurer Digital Points Are Now Primary Driver of New Customers, J.D. Power Finds
J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Insurance Digital Experience Study,SM released today, a strong majority of auto insurance websites and apps are doing a good job delivering on foundational functional capabilities, but far fewer are delivering the type of value-added services that set them apart from the pack. ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts offers free curbside services including battery testing and installation, wiper blade installation and check engine light scanning, to ensure motorists are ready to roll for their summer road trips. ... Continue reading
Today, it is announced that AiLO has placed a 100-truck order of Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles ("FCEVs") from Tom's Truck Centers, a member of the Nikola sales and service dealer network. ... Continue reading
Vantrue 3 in 1 JS1 Car Jump Starter Passes Auto Technician Real-world Test
Theres nothing worse than going out to your car only to find it wont start. Not everyone has jumper cables in their vehicle, plus that’s only half the solution, you would need another vehicle. ... Continue reading
Blue Bird Debuts Electric Step Van at 2024 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo
Blue Bird teamed up with Xos and Morgan Olson to build the prototype of the groundbreaking last-mile delivery commercial vehicle. ... Continue reading
The Mike Brown / Amen Motorcycle Works Auction, Greeneville, TN
On May 20, 2024, Iron Horse Auction Co., Inc. of Rockingham, NC announced an exclusive online auction event featuring a wide array of Mike Brown custom built, one-of-a-kind motorcycles, custom vehicle builds in progress and shop equipment. The auction will be held online only from May 23rd, starting at 8 AM, through Ma ... Continue reading