News By Topic: Vehicles and The Environment

US Government Supported Argonne Assembles Electric Vehicle Experts to Create Better Experiences at Charging Stations

Jun 13, 2024

LEMONT, Ill.--The National Charging Experience Consortium (ChargeX Consortium) brought together scientists, software developers, vehicle manufactures, other national laboratories and industry partners to address a priority for electric vehicle (EV) drivers: making sure the charging technology works. The U.S. Department ... Continue reading

Driving Decarbonization in America - No Mention of Ethanol, Today's Actual Solution WTF?

Jun 12, 2024

NEW YORK, June 12, 2024 -- The unmistakable futuristic hum from passing vehicles on the road signals a new era in transportation and mobility. The automotive industry is transforming with new ownership models, cutting-edge connectivity, and innovative advanced electrified powertrains. ... Continue reading

Cardino's Revolutionary Used EV Sales Model Sparks Investor Excitement with €4 Million Seed Round

Jun 11, 2024

-Cardino, a pioneer in the used electric vehicle (EV) market, recently announced a triumphant €4 million seed funding round spearheaded by Point Nine. The funding round was supported by an array of distinguished angel investors and notable figures, including key investors from platforms like Rosberg Ventures, Vinted. ... Continue reading

Midwest Automotive Media Association Announces 2024 Rally Award Winners

Jun 11, 2024

ELKHART LAKE, Wis.--The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) hosted the 2024 Rally May 21-23 at Road America. 100 journalists put nearly 80 vehicles through their paces on track, autocross, street drives, and a technical off-road course sponsored by Jeep. ... Continue reading

Asahi Kasei Achieves Technological Breakthrough With Innovative Electrolyte

Jun 10, 2024

TOKYO & NEW YORK & DÜSSELDORF, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Japanese technology company Asahi Kasei has successfully achieved proof of concept (POC) of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) using its proprietary high ionic conductive electrolyte1. This technological breakthrough allows for increased power output e ... Continue reading

Nippon Express U.S.A. Introduces First Electric Truck

Jun 10, 2024

- 14 Vehicles to Be Introduced This Fiscal Year to Address Climate Change by Further Cutting CO2 Emissions - TOKYO, June 10, 2024 -- As part of its climate change initiatives, Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. (hereinafter "NX USA"), a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., has introduced its first electric truck th ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALLS SUMMARY Jume 10. 2024

Jun 10, 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 Auto News Wrap-up June 2-8, 2024

Jun 9, 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

Automotive Industry Hot Topics June 7, 2024

Jun 7, 2024

Nissan warns owners of older vehicles not to drive them due to risk of exploding air bag inflatorsU.S. tells owners to stop driving older Nissan vehicles over air bag concerns Nissan issues ‘do not drive’ alert for nearly 84,000 older models with recalled airbagsTesla recalls more than 125,000 vehicles for seat bel ... Continue reading

What Do They Say About The 2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV; Review By Larry Nutson

Jun 7, 2024

Beyond providing everyday transport, many vehicles also provide fun and entertainment in driving them. The Mercedes-AMG EQE is, in my view, one of them. ... Continue reading

There Will Be No Climate Benefit From Electric Vehicles Until All Of Us Are Dead, If Ever

Jun 7, 2024

It will still be a long road before EVs dislodge gasoline as the predominant fuel in transportation, IHS Markit Vice Chairman Daniel Yergin writes in his new book, The New Map: Energy, Climate and the Clash of Nations “Oil is no longer the unchallenged king in automotive transportation. ... Continue reading

Honda Advances Hydrogen Strategy with Production Launch of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle in Ohio

Jun 6, 2024

Honda today celebrated the start of production of the all-new 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) at the Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Ohio. The all-new CR-V e:FCEV is the only FCEV made in America, as well as the first production1 hydrogen FCEV in the United States to combine an all-ne ... Continue reading

Akio Toyoda Apologizes for Himself and Toyota

Jun 6, 2024

Wide-ranging fraudulent testing at Japan’s top automaker. ... Continue reading

2024 Genesis Electrified GV70 AWD Prestige – Review by Auto Journalist David Colman +VIDEO

Jun 6, 2024

Stunning Design and Acceleration Meets Range Anxiety ... Continue reading

Cellulosic Ethanol Market size is set to grow by USD 9.60 billion from 2024-2028, Rising food security concerns boost the market, Technavio

Jun 3, 2024

NEW YORK, June 3, 2024 -- The global cellulosic ethanol market size is estimated to grow by USD 9.60 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 67.86% during the forecast period. For comprehensive forecast and historic data on regions, market segments, customer l ... Continue reading