News By Topic: Big Rigs

GM and Komatsu Collaborate on Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered Mining Truck

Dec 12, 2023

DETROIT – General Motors and Komatsu will co-develop a hydrogen fuel cell power module for Komatsu’s 930E electric drive mining truck, the world’s best-selling ultra-class haul truck. GM, a leader in hydrogen fuel cell technology, and Komatsu, a global manufacturer of mining and construction equipment, will joint ... Continue reading

GM and Autocar Collaborate on Zero Tailpipe Emissions H2 Commercial Vehicles

Dec 12, 2023

DETROIT and CHICAGO – General Motors and Autocar Industries, LLC have signed a joint development agreement to create a range of zero tailpipe emissions vocational vehicles powered by GM’s HYDROTEC power cubes. Autocar, a market leader in customized vocational trucks, views this initiative as an important expansion ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Recall Summary December 11, 2023

Dec 11, 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

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Wrap-up December 3-9, 2023

Dec 10, 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.</i> for Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up Decenber 1-9, 2023. ... Continue reading

From Cox Automotive News December 8, 2023

Dec 8, 2023

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. With only 27 days left in 2023, we are going full throttle to finish the year strong with Forecast: 2024 launching next week. ... Continue reading

Chevrolet Colorado is MotorTrend’s 2024 Truck of the Year

Dec 6, 2023

2024 Chevrolet Colorado beat a crowded field to win the coveted “Golden Calipers” as MotorTrend’s 2024 Truck of the Year. ... Continue reading

Reports indicate that not a single electric vehicle charging station has been constructed with the $7.5 billion in federal investment available

Dec 6, 2023

Reports indicate that not a single electric vehicle charging station has been constructed with the $7.5 billion in federal investment available through the Federal Highway Administration’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, threatening the Biden administration’s goal to build 500,000 EV charg ... Continue reading

Here Comes H2 Buh Bye BEV

Dec 5, 2023

With its capacity for innovation and industrialization, and an annual output of 50,000 fuel cell systems, SymphonHy is paving the way for large-scale production, supporting its customers in their drive for low-carbon transport. SymphonHy is part of HyMotive, a strategic €1 billion project to develop disruptive techno ... Continue reading

GM Goes A'Charging - Will Install EV Chargers in Pilot Filling Stations.

Dec 5, 2023

At least 25 locations offering 100 fast charging stalls by end of year; approximately 200 locations targeted by end of 2024 Pilot and Flying J travel centers feature 24/7 amenities, including 350kW chargers, onsite staff monitoring and more Network designed to improve range confidence and enable nationwide EV road trav ... Continue reading

Ethanol Does NOT Suck Water Out Of The Air +VIDEO

Dec 5, 2023

insidious lies spread by the oil industry about ethanol is that ethanol sucks water right out of the air. Sometimes it's phrased as "it attracts" or "it absorbs" water right out of the air. ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Recall Summary December 4, 2023

Dec 4, 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

Nutson's Weekly Automotive News Round-up November 26-December 2, 2023

Dec 3, 2023

Automotive News Nugget 1: BEV Has Fuse Blowing Week Automotive News Nugget 2: Stellantis Strategy Change Automotive News Nugget 3: BEV Repair Problems Automotive News Nugget 4: Dealer's Urge Government EV Mandate Slowdown Automotive News Nugget 5: Ford Allows EV Dealers To Opt-out Automotive News Nugget 6 Chinese EVs T ... Continue reading

Buyer Experience Reviews on Cars.com Reveals Crucial Role of Dealership Engagement

Nov 30, 2023

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Batteries or Bicycles, There Is Not Enough Gasoline In The World To Power A Mature Chinese Motorist Class. China Has No Choice But To Push EV's Or Be Pushed By Its Masses. China’s Ambition to Power World's Electric Vehicles Took A Giant Leap Forward This Week

Nov 30, 2023

Look at the chart above, it shows that there will not be enough oil in the world to supply gasoline for all of the private vehicles projected to fill roads in a ... Continue reading

Virtual testing will help IIHS chart a new course in neck injury prevention

Nov 28, 2023

By Marcy EdwardsSenior Research Engineer, IIHS November 28, 2023; The scenario isn’t hard to imagine. A driver is stopped in traffic when suddenly another vehicle slams into them from behind. ... Continue reading