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Tesla "Cyberlanding" & "Cybercamping" Made Possible with the MARS™ Cyberlanding Kit

Tesla "Cyberlanding" & "Cybercamping" Made Possible with the MARS™ Cyberlanding Kit

While the Tesla Cybertruck is a highly capable all-electric truck with plenty of power, the lack of suitable outdoor accessories could deter enthusiasts. Challenges related to mounting and carrying outdoor gear, or installing a rooftop tent, have been a concern. ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - August 12, 2024

OFFICIAL NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - August 12, 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 Wrap-up August 4-10, 2024

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up August 4-10, 2024

Here are Larry's top story picks from this past week's important to you, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories ... Continue reading

Acura EV Concept Vehicle Coming to Monterey Car Week

Acura EV Concept Vehicle Coming to Monterey Car Week

August 9, 2024 — TORRANCE, Calif. Acura will once again take center stage during Monterey Car Week for the world debut of an exciting new concept vehicle. ... Continue reading

2024 EQT from Mercedes-EQ - Newly developed small van for everyday leisure activities

2024 EQT from Mercedes-EQ - Newly developed small van for everyday leisure activities

Suitable for everyday use thanks to a modern electric motor and flexible charging options Mercedes-Benz Vans has firmly anchored its leadership aspirations for electric mobility in its strategy, and is systematically electrifying all model series. This includes a range of sector-specific electric mobility solutions – ... Continue reading

Electra's eSTOL Goldfinch is First Piloted Electric Aircraft to Fly at NASA's Langley Research Center

Electra's eSTOL Goldfinch is First Piloted Electric Aircraft to Fly at NASA's Langley Research Center

Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra), a next-gen aerospace company committed to decarbonizing aviation and opening new air transportation markets, successfully demonstrated the flight capabilities of its EL-2 Goldfinch hybrid-electric short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) technology demonstrator aircraft at NASA's historic Langley ... Continue reading

Cox Auto News Midweek

Cox Auto News Midweek

From the Newsroom, a biweekly newsletter providing a roundup of data, insights and news from Cox Automotive. View this email in your browser Welcome to From the Newsroom, a roundup of news from Cox Automotive and perspectives from its analysts and experts on topics dominating the automotive industry. ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - August 5, 2024

OFFICIAL NHTSA WEEKLY RECALLS SUMMARY - August 5, 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 Wrap-up July 28 - August 3, 2024

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up July 28 - August 3, 2024

Here are Larry's top 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

ALL-ELECTRIC KIA EV6 AND TELLURIDE SUV NAMED 2024 CATEGORY WINNERS BY NEW ENGLAND MOTOR PRESS ASSOCIATION

ALL-ELECTRIC KIA EV6 AND TELLURIDE SUV NAMED 2024 CATEGORY WINNERS BY NEW ENGLAND MOTOR PRESS ASSOCIATION

BOSTON, July 31, 2024 – The all-electric Kia EV6 and Telluride SUV each received 2024 Winter Vehicle Awards from the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA). The EV6 was recognized for the third year in a row as Official Winter EV of the Year, for its all-around engineering excellence and durability in the harshe ... Continue reading

Illinois State Owned EV Chargers (Gas Stations Next?)

Illinois State Owned EV Chargers (Gas Stations Next?)

First 16 of 2,000+ Fast Charging Ports Now OperationalSPRINGFIELD — Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) Interim Director James Jennings today announced the opening of the first four electric vehicle (EV) charging sites under the Illinois EPA's Driving a Cleaner Illinois program. The sixteen chargi ... Continue reading

A New Pipeline For Natural Gas?

A New Pipeline For Natural Gas?

AUSTIN, Texas, July 31, 2024 -- WhiteWater today announced that WhiteWater, MPLX LP , and Enbridge Inc. , through the WPC Joint Venture, the joint venture that owns the Whistler Pipeline, have partnered with an affiliate of Targa Resources Corp. to reach final investment decision to move forward with the construction o ... Continue reading

Collaboration Essential for Future EV Growth, EPRI Testifies to Congress

Collaboration Essential for Future EV Growth, EPRI Testifies to Congress

WASHINGTON, July 31, 2024 -- The electrification of the U.S. transportation sector is an unprecedented challenge and collaboration will be critical to meet future electric vehicle (EV) needs, EPRI Director of Transportation Britta Gross testified today before the U.S. Senate Budget Committee. The U.S. government has a ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Wrap-up Week Of July 21-27, 2024

Nutson's Auto News Wrap-up Week Of July 21-27, 2024

Here are Larry's top story picks from July 21-27, 2024; 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

Cox Automotive Forecast: New-Vehicle Sales Pace Expected to Rebound After June Disruptions

Cox Automotive Forecast: New-Vehicle Sales Pace Expected to Rebound After June Disruptions

July's new-vehicle sales pace is forecast to finish near 16.0 million, up 0.1 million from last July's 15.9 million pace and up from June's surprisingly low 15.3 million level. Sales volume in July is expected to fall 1.3% from one year ago and reach 1.29 million units, a 3.4% decline from June. ... Continue reading

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