U.S. National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy raised concerns about the increased risk of severe injury and death from heavier electric vehicles on U.S. roads, according to a Reuters report. Citing the heavier weight of electric vehicles, including the GMC Hummer EV and the Ford F-150 Lightning EV, Homendy expressed concern for the increased… Continue reading NTSB Chair Raises EV Safety Concerns
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Mercedes-Benz Plans North American Charging Network
Construction on the network will begin later this year and will include over 400 hubs that provide special access to Mercedes-Benz customers…
Ram Introduces 1500 Revolution BEV Concept at CES
Highlights of the all-wheel drive concept include a powered mid-gate, a frunk pass-through, third-row jump seats and more…
Study: Affordability Concerns Slowing EV Adoption
Despite an overall increase in purchasing intentions, half of U.S. consumers said cost is the top concern when considering all-electric vehicles…
Fiat Opens Metaverse Showroom
Inside the Metaverse store, customers will be able to research, configure and purchase a Fiat 500…
Dodge Plans Final ‘Last Call’ Reveal
Set for later this year in Las Vegas, the Dodge Last Call event will celebrate the final commemorative Charger and Challenger model and highlight the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept…
New Tax Credits Aim to Grow EV Fleets
The incentives, which took effect on Jan. 1, aim to convince companies to switch to zero-emissions vehicles…
Hyundai Introduces Redesigned Kona
Initially designed as an EV, the subcompact SUV will be available in four variants, including all-electric, hybrid electric, internal combustion and performance N Line models…
Chinese Automaker Tests Flying Car
Xpeng, a Chinese manufacturer of electric vehicles, documented the successful first test of a flying car…
The Electrified Future of Dakar
Following a stage win in 2022, Audi is continuing to optimize its RS Q e-tron entries that will be competing in the 2023 Dakar Rally…
Acura Developing All-Electric ZDX Type S Performance Model
The ZDX will be Acura’s first zero emission production model when it hits the market in 2023…
OEM Confidence in EV Adoption Falls
Auto execs are concerned that inflation and rising interest rates will impact consumer adoption of electric vehicles…
Stellantis Previews CES 2023 Exhibit
In addition to a keynote address from CEO Carlos Tavares, Stellantis will reveal the all-new Ram 1500 Revolution BEV concept and highlight the Jeep 4xe, Charger Daytona SRT BEV and more…
Driving Into the EV Future
This article originally appeared in the January 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. By Jason R. Sakurai It’s all the same, only the names have changed—from “automotive” to “mobility.” With it has come differing attitudes and ideologies. Electric vehicles (EVs) aren’t going away, and we have politicians, environmentalists, advocates and futurists to thank for it.… Continue reading Driving Into the EV Future
Interactive Experiences Highlight Washington, D.C. Auto Show
The 2023 Washington, D.C. Auto Show will return to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Jan. 20-29 with top manufacturers as they showcase their latest models and advancements in motor technology, as well as a collection of classic and exotic cars, live car painting, and multiple interactive experiences, event organizers announced. Educating attendees on what… Continue reading Interactive Experiences Highlight Washington, D.C. Auto Show