BMW, Porsche and Siemens develop super fast EV charger
The Porsche Taycan will take a 350KW charger and be the fasting charging electric car in the world when it comes to market in late 2019. 450KW is another level … Read More
Category: Automotive
U.S. Tesla Sales In November 2018 Up By 592%
Elon Musk – making Tesla critic Bob Lutz swallow his filthy cigar every day In November, Tesla sold in the U.S. approximately 24,600 electric cars (InsideEVs’ estimation), which is the … Read More
Critic turns Tesla believer
Tesla Model X Daniel Burrus is author of seven books including the best-sellers Flash Foresight and TechnoTrends. The New York Times referred to him as one of the top three … Read More
Cosworth out engineers Mercedes
Aston Martin Valkyrie race version Not that long ago, Aston Martin and Cosworth came forth with the first pictures and output numbers for the 6.5-liter V12 of the Valkyrie. Without … Read More
Another scandal at VW
Volkswagen's 2015 diesel emissions scandal isn't entirely in its rearview mirror yet, and now another scandal threatens the automaker. VW confirmed this week that it sold thousands of pre-production Volkswagen … Read More
First details emerge on Porsche’s hybrid plans for the 911
Porsche 911 Details on Porsche's first 911 road car with hybrid technology have reached the Internet. Autocar reported Tuesday that Porsche will put performance ahead of efficiency with the hybrid … Read More
Chevy Camaro Chief Engineer Moves to GM Electric Vehicles
Manufacturers are now moving their best talent, like Al Oppenheiser, and most of their R&D money to electric cars. Al Oppenheiser, chief engineer and spiritual leader of the Chevrolet Camaro … Read More
Nissan caused Ghosn’s arrest to save their Japanese CEO
In a power struggle at the top echelons of the automotive industry, Ghosn may have played the wrong hand and been framed. He doesn't look very happy. Prior to his … Read More
Rolls-Royce is skipping hybrids and going straight to electric cars by 2040
The Rolls-Royce 103EX Vision concept Rolls-Royce plans to drop gasoline engines in favor of electric drivetrains by 2040, partly because it feels battery-driven powerplants are a good fit for the … Read More
The sale of gasoline and diesel vehicles in Israel will be banned by 2030
VW-ID Vizzion all-electric concept In Israel , the legislation is expected to pass by the end of 2018 to ban the sale of all new gasoline and diesel internal combustion … Read More
Tesla to buy Shuttered GM plants
One of GM's plants The question of what to do with General Motors’ plants scheduled for close arose from day one. Some speculated that maybe Tesla could purchase some of … Read More
Spy footage of Mid-Engine Corvette testing at Sebring
The new Corvette C8.R being put to the test around Sebring Raceway. Chevy has no plans to race it in 2019 unless it turns out to be a barn-burner out … Read More
Educational Video: Chevy Bolt EV electric motor propulsion system
Finally, the Chevrolet Bolt EV high voltage system broken down into its nine individual components. See how they are all connected in this very well done video by Professor John … Read More
Life is a Race: The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe
AMG GT-4 Door The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe: more space, more power, more goose bumps– the new Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe delivers driving experiences in new dimensions and extends the … Read More
FCA will resurrect a Detroit factory to build three-row Jeeps
Reduce corporate taxes and they will come Fiat Chrysler Automobiles plans to reopen its long-idled Mack II engine plant in Detroit as an assembly plant to build three-row Jeep SUVs, … Read More
Honda to lead Rose Bowl Parade
Honda Parade Float rendering On January 1, 2019, American Honda will ring in the New Year and its 60th anniversary celebration with the lead float in the 130th Rose Parade® … Read More
Honda and Caltech make battery breakthrough
Honda Fluoride-ion battery Scientists from Honda Research Institute have collaborated with researchers at California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to develop a new battery chemistry that … Read More
Demand for electric Porsche Taycan surging
Impressive numbers Porsche hasn't built its first battery-electric car, the Taycan sedan, but it already plans to increase production. The German brand's CEO Oliver Blume told WirtschaftsWoche in a report … Read More
Did Carlos Ghosn hide $70 million or are politics at play?
To minimize criticism of his salary, a plan was devised to defer about half of Ghosn’s annual pay until after retirement, keeping the numbers off the books Several people familiar … Read More
Fast chargers going in at SF Outlet malls
Electrify America chargers at night Simon, a global leader in premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, today announced its San Francisco Premium Outlets is California’s first location for electric … Read More
SK Innovation announces new electric vehicle battery gigafactory in the US
With reduced corporate taxes in the USA, foreign companies are opening up new factories in the USA at a brisk rate SK Innovation announced a new $1.67 billion investment to … Read More
Trump tariff threat will force Audi to open a huge manufacturing plant in the U.S.
You either make cars here in the USA or pay a 25% tariff Trump tells automakers…..like USA companies pay for cars sold in Europe and China Audi generated 5.06 billion … Read More
Mary Barra on meetings with members of Congress from Ohio and Maryland
One thing is certain, Mary Barra will get a big bonus from GM for laying off workers and increasing profits. Thousands of workers have to go on unemployment or uproot … Read More
We drive the Mazda 6
The redesigned Mazda 6 If you are looking for a family sedan, chances are you are considering a Honda Accord or a Toyota Camry. After all, those are the two … Read More