Tesla has officially produced its 10-millionth pure battery electric vehicle, marking a significant manufacturing milestone for the company. While achieving an eight-figure production run underscores its current standing in global EV sales, the news arrives during a broader period of market stabilization and increased pressure from international automakers. The timeline reflects a dramatic acceleration in […]
American enthusiasts have a history of appreciating rugged and boxy utility vehicles, throwing massive amounts of cash at the Land Rover Defender and Ford Bronco. But a formidable new contender has just emerged from China to challenge the established heavyweights. Meet the Denza Bao 5, a plug-in hybrid SUV built by BYD that brings serious […]
Kia’s record month was not thanks to EVs Kia sold 75,857 vehicles in July, its best July ever. You might assume the record was driven by the Telluride, the EV9, or another high-profile model. But two less celebrated SUVs accounted for much of the brand’s growth, and they point to two very different things American […]
Mitsubishi wants to change the way it sells cars in the United States. Instead of relying solely on traditional dealerships, the Japanese automaker has opened its first “Gallery” showroom, offering shoppers a museum-like space to explore vehicles in a relaxed retail setting before completing their purchase through a nearby dealership. The concept forms part of […]
It’s no secret that Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley views Chinese automakers as an existential threat to the U.S. auto industry. On more than one occasion, he has called Chinese OEMs the industry leaders in cost and efficiency, and for this reason he has warned that allowing their vehicles into the U.S. market would […]
Happy 130th ABT Believe it or not, German tuning firm ABT is already 130 years old. Founded in 1896, it didn’t start out by tuning Audis right away, as the German automaker wasn’t established until 1909. Instead, its roots can be traced to building horse-drawn carriages and horseshoes. The blacksmith company later moved into the […]
The Case for Less Practical EVs Since demand this decade has largely shifted toward crossovers and SUVs, it comes as no surprise that most modern EVs use those body styles. That helps explain why all-electric two-door sports cars remain limited, though a few automakers are still pushing the segment forward. Over in China, there’s a […]
What’s In A Name Halo cars are the very representation of the brand’s core philosophies, ideals, and core competencies. These cars are a culmination of a brand-wide effort to bring together the best of everyone’s expertise to create a car like no other. It becomes particularly challenging when you name said halo car after the […]
When the Road Throws a Curveball Despite advancements in automotive safety, road crashes remain a prevalent issue. Some, however, happen completely unexpectedly, like this Nissan Rogue that collided with a loose tire that bounced over the median on Interstate 76 in Philadelphia. The incident was recorded by the external cameras of what appears to be […]
Finding a Little Breathing Room Following Nissan’s financial struggles in recent years, the Japanese marque has faced several challenges this year, including growing competition from Chinese automakers, especially in China, the Iran conflict, and tariffs on U.S.-bound imports. As such, Nissan posted declines in global production and sales, though the same couldn’t be said in […]
