Ford Develops 3D-Printed Locking Wheel Nut

As car security systems become increasingly more sophisticated, thieves are targeting car parts instead, including alloy wheels. One method to deter wheel thieves is to use locking nuts, one on each wheel, which require a special adapter, or key, to loosen. But even these are not invulnerable. Engineers at Ford have now developed locking wheel… Continue reading Ford Develops 3D-Printed Locking Wheel Nut

Key Performance Indicators Report — January 2020

The Brief Back in January 2019, Cox Automotive estimated domestic light-duty vehicle sales to top out at 16.8 million for the year. Well, the tally is in and for the fifth consecutive year, Automotive News confirmed U.S. auto sales surpassed the 17 million mark—by a hair. The industry may have reached its vehicle target, but… Continue reading Key Performance Indicators Report — January 2020

Kelley Blue Book Honors Best New Auto Tech

Kelley Blue Book named the 2020 Best Auto Tech Award winners, honoring new models with the most advanced infotainment, convenience and active safety features at a great value to car buyers. This year’s winners are the 2020 Hyundai Sonata and the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE.

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata and 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE were awarded for their technological advances…