In San Francisco, driverless cars, a common sight on the city’s streets, are operating under a legal loophole that prevents local police from issuing moving violation citations. Despite autonomous vehicle (AV) companies…
QuantumScape’s Solid-State Battery Achieves 500,000Km Range Approval from VW’s PowerCo
In a significant development, QuantumScape, a leading advanced battery technology company, has received commendation from PowerCo, the battery-centric subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, for the potential of its solid-state battery technology. Following endurance…
Cummins Faces Record $1.67B Fine Over Diesel Emissions Cheating
Engine manufacturer Cummins has agreed to pay a $1.67 billion fine to settle a case brought by the U.S. Justice Department and the State of California, alleging emissions cheating with diesel engines…
Real Leather Has a Lower Carbon Footprint According to Trade Group
Amid the automotive industry’s shift towards sustainability and synthetic materials, a trade group called One 4 Leather is advocating for the continued use of real leather upholstery in vehicles. One 4 Leather…
The Tesla Cybertruck is Designed to Reject the CCS1 to NACS Adapter
As the Tesla Cybertruck makes its way to owners, the enthusiast community is once again playing a key role in uncovering significant details about the electric pickup. In a notable discovery, it…
Tesla Model 3 ‘Project Highland’ Reportedly in Pre-Production at Fremont Factory
Pre-production of the updated Tesla Model 3, codenamed “Project Highland,” has reportedly commenced at Tesla’s Fremont Gigafactory, which currently handles the production of all Tesla passenger vehicles. The refreshed Model 3, which…
Kia Issuing Ignition Guards for Vehicles Not Eligible for Software Update
Kia is implementing additional security measures to combat a rising wave of thefts targeting its vehicles, which gained notoriety through a TikTok trend in late 2021. The company is introducing a new…
New Car Market Update – January 2024
In the current volatile and challenging car market, understanding the Market Day Supply (MDS) is crucial for buyers. MDS represents the number of days it would take to sell all units of…
Porsche Taycan Dethrones Tesla Model S Plaid – Nürburgring
Porsche has kicked off 2024 by announcing a new addition to its Taycan lineup, a range-topping trim level that is already making headlines as the fastest electric Porsche around the challenging Nürburgring…
Tesla Leads Sales in Norway for 3rd Consecutive Year
Tesla continues to dominate Norway’s car sales for the third consecutive year, solidifying its lead over competitors, despite ongoing tensions with labor unions in the Nordic region. In 2023, nearly five out…