Aug 13, 2017
The first electric car fleets poured onto the streets of London in 1897 and because of their ease of use they grew in popularity with just under 34,000 vehicles registered for street use in 1912. But with the improvement in roads, the discovery of vast amounts of oil and hydrocarbon fuels - combined with American wande ... Continue reading
Why G-Vectoring In The Mazda CX-5 Is So Cool - Review by Jon Rosner
Aug 13, 2017
Every year the Members of Western Automotive Journalists make the pilgrimage down to Monterey to drive over designated backroads and at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. The idea, and the ideal, is that we drive back-to-back-to-back in competitive vehicles to get a real world sense of the subtle and less than subtle differenc ... Continue reading
2017 Chevy Volt Review by Del Coates +VIDEO
Aug 12, 2017
SAN JOSE, CA - May 2, 2016: Chevrolet's Gen 2 (second generation) Volt appeared briefly as a 2016 model in just 11 states. It's now available, for a few dollars more, in all 50 states as a 2017 model. It represents an impressive improvement among hybrid cars that reminds me more of a Tesla than a Prius. Like the Gen 1 ... Continue reading
Jaguar XE SV Project 8 to Make North American Debut at Monterey Car Week +VIDEO
Aug 11, 2017
Fresh from its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in June, Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) will introduce its latest high performance creation, the Jaguar XE SV Project 8, to North American automotive enthusiasts during this year’s Monterey Car Week. Following its first public showing ju ... Continue reading
Bentley Bentayga Falconry By Mulliner +VIDEO
Aug 11, 2017
The Bentayga Falconry by Mulliner is an exquisite installation designed to house everything you need for a successful falconry expedition, fitted into the boot of your Bentayga. Hand-crafted by Bentley’s bespoke commissioning division; it is at once practical while delivering the pinnacle of luxury that Mulliner prom ... Continue reading
Jaguar Brings Excitement To Dull And Boring With New 2018 Jaguar F-Type
Aug 10, 2017
Yesterday, on Dull and Boring Day, Jaguar announced the launch of a new campaign for the 2018 Jaguar F-TYPE to bring excitement to the two towns of Dull, Perthshire in Scotland and Boring in Oregon, U.S. Jaguar selected two residents of Boring, and another pair from Dull, to inspire some excitement in each of the chose ... Continue reading
Infiniti Retro Prototype to Debut at 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance +VIDEO
Aug 10, 2017
At the 2017 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance INFINITI will unveil a heritage inspired prototype vehicle that captures the ingenuity and adventure of early motor sports with the brand’s contemporary ‘Powerful Elegance’ design language. ... Continue reading
Fast Food Is A Firm Favorite For Motorists
Aug 10, 2017
New research* from Europcar UK, a subsidiary of Europcar Group, the European leader in vehicle rental services and a major player in sustainable mobility markets, reveals that 90% of UK drivers will choose which service station they stop at based on their favorite fast food outlet. ... Continue reading
10-Year Salt Delivery Program Proposed for Bonneville Salt Flats +VIDEO
Aug 10, 2017
Three separate organizations representing racers and industry are in discussions with Intrepid Potash-Wendover, Inc., a potash mine operator, on ways to increase the amount of salt brine being pumped onto the Bonneville Salt Flats. As Speed Week celebrates its 68th anniversary, the racing community is exploring ways to ... Continue reading
Aug 10, 2017
Kia Motors America announced its second-best July Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle sales with 6,431 units sold, proving that consumers continue to be attracted to Kia's award-winning lineup of vehicles. Double digit gains for Kia's Sedona and Sportage helped the brand continue to outpace the industry in July. ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces Long-Term Vision for Technology Development, 'Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030'
Aug 8, 2017
Mazda Motor Corporation today announced "Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030," a new long-term vision for technology development that looks ahead to the year 2030. ... Continue reading
600 Supercars Set To Join Beaulieu Supercar Weekend
Aug 3, 2017
Get set for high octane excitement at Beaulieu’s Supercar Weekend on August 5th and 6th, with up to 600 incredible supercars due to take part in the show. See these legends of road and track as they rumble into the grounds of the National Motor Museum for the action-packed two-day show, then be amazed by jaw-dropping ... Continue reading
Aug 3, 2017
A new report from Navigant Research analyzes the market for technologies that improve the energy efficiency of light duty vehicles with internal combustion engines (ICEs) and low voltage electrified propulsion, providing global market forecasts through 2026. Automakers and suppliers around the world are faced with the ... Continue reading
Older, Not Wiser: New Study Reveals Teens Become Riskier Drivers As They Enter Senior Year
Aug 2, 2017
BOSTON, Aug. 2, 2017 -- As teens get ready to head back to school this fall, a new study conducted by Liberty Mutual Insurance and SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) finds that older teen drivers are overconfident and perceive themselves as safer drivers despite experiencing more accidents and near misses (5 ... Continue reading
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