Ford and GM Adopts Tesla Charging Network Sets Stage for Battle about Fast-Charging Standard
Jul 2, 2023
Consumer adoption of EVs has been limited because of a justified concern about the availability and reliability of public chargers. By adopting Tesla’s EV charging network, which is the largest and most reliable network in the country, Ford and GM are clearly focused on alleviating customer concerns about public char ... Continue reading
Jul 2, 2023
EPA’s proposal to ban most new gasoline and diesel vehicles by 2032 will benefit China at the expense of Americans, our energy security and jobs like mine in U.S. fuel and petrochemical manufacturing. < Here’s what I believe: The refining and petrochemical industries — our engineers, operators, planners, chemists ... Continue reading
KIA AMERICA POSTS BEST-EVER FIRST HALF SALES IN COMPANY HISTORY
Jul 1, 2023
Continuing momentum from 2022's record retail sales, Kia America set an all-time first half volume record of 394,333 vehicles, up 18-percent over the first-half of 2022. Kia's retail-only sales total for the past six months was 362,933, an increase of 17-percent over the first half of 2022. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Reports June and Q2 2023 Sales
Jul 1, 2023
June Total Sales Increased 10%; Q2 Total Sales up 14% All-Time Monthly Total Sales Records for IONIQ 5, Tucson PHEV & Kona EV Green Car Sales Climb; Represent 20% of Retail Sales Up 53% FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 1, 2023 -- Hyundai Motor America reported total June sales of 69,351 units, an 10% increase compared wit ... Continue reading
Jul 1, 2023
Do you think that fuel economy is a factor in determining which car to buy? We at TACH believe that it could be a tie breaker and that everything is equal. Lets see this SUV gets 6 mpg and this one 8 mpg, although I really like the other I can get 2 extra MPG with this baby...dream on folks...if MPG really mattered we ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2023
“Things are not getting worse” was the overarching theme heard during the Cox Automotive Mid-Year Review ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2023
WASHINGTON, May 9 David Shepardson reporting; Reuters said that automakers say proposed US emissions rules pose challenges. An auto trade group warned on Tuesday that aggressive U.S. targets for reductions in vehicle emissions may rely on a too rapid transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and pose significant challenges ... Continue reading
Aston Martin Chooses Lucid Electric Powertrain Technology For Electric Future
Jun 26, 2023
Aston Martin will receive direct access to Lucid's proprietary electric powertrain technology, including its ultra-high performance twin motor drive unit, renowned battery technology, and revolutionary Wunderbox. ... Continue reading
Jun 24, 2023
By Bob Gordon and Marc Rauch, Co-Publishers and owners of The Auto Channel. Spacious, roomy, profitable big vehicles; it's what the people want and it's what the American car makers want to build. According to all reports in recent years (before the depression really hit), GM, Ford and Chrysler made all the big bucks b ... Continue reading
This Week in Transportation News: 12 Stories You Need to See
Jun 23, 2023
A roundup of the week's most newsworthy auto and transport industry press releases ... Continue reading
2023 Lexus UX 250h F Sport Premium Review by David Colman +VIDEO
Jun 22, 2023
The smallest SUV Lexus sells is based on the Toyota Prius. For 2023, all UX models feature a hybrid drivetrain that combines a 2-liter four-cylinder gas motor with a pair of AC motors for a net output of 181hp. ... Continue reading
KIA AMERICA NAMED TO THE 2023 LIST OF MOST INFLUENTIAL COMPANIES
Jun 21, 2023
Kia entered the exclusive TIME100 Most Influential Companies list, highlighting companies making an extraordinary impact around the world. Kia is focused on becoming a leader in mobility by popularizing EVs and delivering sustainable mobility solutions, including purpose-built vehicles, and promoting more sustainable p ... Continue reading
Jun 21, 2023
2023 Economic Impact Report, highlighting the ongoing commitment and contributions international automakers and nameplate dealers are making across the U.S. According to the report, international automakers and dealers have significantly expanded their footprint in the U.S. auto industry, with $107 billion invested in ... Continue reading
Jun 21, 2023
Automaker Advocate Urges EPA to Ease 'Aggressive and Arbitrary' Emissions Rules The leading advocacy group for car companies on Monday urged the Biden administration to "ease up" on proposed emissions rules that aim to push automakers to sell 67 percent electric vehicles by 2032. According to The Detroit News, it's the ... Continue reading
2023 AMERICAN-MADE INDEX From CARS.COM - TESLA LANDS TOP SPOTS
Jun 21, 2023
GM, Ford, Honda and Toyota Claim Most Vehicles on 2023 Index — Car-shopping marketplace Cars.com™ today revealed the 100 vehicles on its 18th annual American-Made Index. Cars.com’s automotive experts independently evaluate vehicles contributing the most to the U.S. economy for manufacturing, parts sourcing and em ... Continue reading
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