The proportion of U.S. teens killed driving older, smaller vehicles has remained virtually unchanged over the past decade, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. More than a quarter of teen drivers killed in crashes during 2013-17 were driving micro, mini or small cars, and nearly two-thirds were driving 6-15-year-old vehicles,… Continue reading IIHS: Teens Are the Riskiest Drivers, But Drive the Least Safe Vehicles
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2021 Hyundai Palisade Adds Calligraphy Model
The 2021 Hyundai Palisade SUV—including the all-new Calligraphy model—began arriving at Hyundai dealerships earlier this summer. The 2021 Palisade underwent significant content repackaging to give buyers of all trim levels added comfort and convenience while streamlining shopper trim selections, Hyundai says. Much of the former Drive Guidance package, including features such as a 10.25-inch navigation… Continue reading 2021 Hyundai Palisade Adds Calligraphy Model
Mazda Unveils 2021 CX-3
Mazda North American Operations has announced that the 2021 Mazda CX-3 will arrive in dealerships next month. The 2021 Mazda CX-3 will continue to be offered in a Sport trim with the four-cylinder Skyactiv-G 2.0, rated to deliver up to 148 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with standard front-wheel drive and paired with… Continue reading Mazda Unveils 2021 CX-3
Riley Technologies Acquires GT40 Mk IV Constructor Kar-Kraft
Riley Technologies, owned by the father-and-son design and engineering team of Bob Riley and Bill Riley, has acquired the assets of original Ford GT40 Mk IV constructor Kar-Kraft, the company announced. Kar-Kraft assets have already been delivered to Riley Technologies in North Carolina where the engineering and construction of the Mk IV continuation cars will… Continue reading Riley Technologies Acquires GT40 Mk IV Constructor Kar-Kraft
Hyundai Launches IONIQ EV Brand
Hyundai Motor Company has launched its new IONIQ brand dedicated to battery electric vehicles, the automaker announced. Under the IONIQ brand, Hyundai Motor will introduce three new dedicated models over the next four years with more models to follow. “The IONIQ brand will change the paradigm of EV customer experience,” said Wonhong Cho, executive vice… Continue reading Hyundai Launches IONIQ EV Brand
Bid Garage Launches New Digital Vehicle Auction Platform
BidGarage.com has launched its new digital vehicle auction platform, the website announced. Designed as a contemporary car buying experience for serious bidders and true enthusiasts, Bid Garage reimagines the traditional auction experience through an intelligent buying and selling process, the company says. “Bid Garage is built by a team of people who love the chase,… Continue reading Bid Garage Launches New Digital Vehicle Auction Platform
Carlisle Hosts Ford Nationals
After a nearly two-month delay, Carlisle Events hosted the 2020 Carlisle Ford Nationals presented by Meguiar’s at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds on July 31-Aug. 2. The event, while slightly modified from its standard format, still welcomed enthusiasts and cars to the event, which also featured some of Ford’s upcoming and redesigned vehicles. For 2020, Ford… Continue reading Carlisle Hosts Ford Nationals
Dodge Introduces 2021 Durango SRT Hellcat
In addition to new interior and exterior styling, the SUV is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat V-8…
Race-Prepped Acura TLX to Debut at Pikes Peak Hill Climb
The 2020 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb will mark the official racing debut of the redesigned 2021 Acura TLX, the automaker announced. Acura will compete in the 98th running of the “Race to the Clouds” on Aug. 30 with two race prepared second generation TLXs powered by modified versions of the production 2.0-liter turbocharged engine,… Continue reading Race-Prepped Acura TLX to Debut at Pikes Peak Hill Climb
GM, EVgo Announce Plans to Expand Fast Charging Network
General Motors and EVgo plan to triple the size of its fast charging network by adding more than 2,700 new fast chargers over the next five years, a move set to help accelerate widespread electric vehicle adoption, the company announced. The two companies will add fast charging stations to cities and suburbs, unlocking new EV… Continue reading GM, EVgo Announce Plans to Expand Fast Charging Network
Dodge Unveils Challenger SRT Super Stock
The supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI V-8 delivers an output of 807 horsepower…
‘Jetson Bill’ Will Help Flying Cars Share the Road
Flying cars were given a big assist when New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu signed what has been nicknamed the Jetson Bill, along with other transportation-related legislation included in a package passed recently. The bill package included wording to allow roadable aircraft—often called flying cars—a clear method of state registration, allowing their use on state roads… Continue reading ‘Jetson Bill’ Will Help Flying Cars Share the Road
Barrett-Jackson Bringing Back Live Events in October
Barrett-Jackson will be hosting a special Fall Auction at WestWorld of Scottsdale, Oct. 22-24, the company announced. The event replaces the previously scheduled 2020 Las Vegas and Palm Beach events. To help maintain social distancing guidelines recommended for live events, the event will primarily be limited to bidders, consignors and their guests. Enhanced live online… Continue reading Barrett-Jackson Bringing Back Live Events in October
Jeep Teases V-8 Return with Rubicon 392 Concept
The last time Jeep offered a V-8 engine was in the 1981 Jeep CJ…
Twisted Automotive Adding All-Electric 4×4 to Lineup
Twisted Automotive, a builder of 4x4s based on the Land Rover Defender, is introducing a high-voltage lineup of electric 4×4 vehicles into the North American market. Limited to 30 vehicles, the NAS-E will feature Soft-Top 90 shape, an exclusive electric powertrain and a 200-mile battery range. “As the world moves steadily toward mass electrification, the… Continue reading Twisted Automotive Adding All-Electric 4×4 to Lineup