The apparently failed project contributed heavily to the automaker’s multi-year, billion-dollar losses on EV and software operations Tesla, Rivian, and other primarily electric automakers are charged with bringing a spicy new buzzword to the market: “software-defined vehicle.” But it’s not as straightforward as it sounds. While arguably most new cars are primarily differentiated by their […]
Tesla owners confirm they are being targeted, most often in the south Tesla vehicles have become lightning rods for people’s disdain for CEO Elon Musk, with many simply mocking or ridiculing drivers. A new report suggests some are taking it a step further; almost half of the respondents say their vehicles have been “intentionally damaged,” […]
Trump cuts U.K. automakers some slack The U.S. and the U.K. have confirmed a limited trade deal to reduce tariffs on U.K. vehicle imports from 27.5% to 10%. Discounted levies on auto part imports are not part of the agreement, and the decreased tariffs have a limit of 100,000 cars annually. Jaguar Land Rover, which […]
Volvo warns that this vital safety device may not work as intended According to new documents released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Swedish luxury brand Volvo is recalling more than 413,000 vehicles due to a software defect that renders several models across its lineup noncompliant with a federal safety standard. The massive […]
Secret Service agents have a very important job Granted their status as one of the world’s most influential political leaders, the President of the United States is one of the most protected human assets in the world. Without fail, it is nearly impossible to spot them during public appearances without being within a stone’s throw […]
New platform, new look, new Jeep Compass The Jeep Compass arrives rebuilt from the ground up as it enters the next generation, complete with a new platform, updated styling, and, most importantly, all-new powertrains. Combustion engines are out, replaced by hybrid and all-electric options for the upcoming model year. Crossovers may hold a special place […]
Speeders, beware Speeding is one of the most commonly ticketed traffic infractions in the United States, as the dangers of this act on our public highways shouldn’t be underestimated. According to the latest publicly available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding contributed to 29% of traffic fatalities in 2023, a year in […]
A breakthrough that’s tough to use The 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV promises some of the fastest charging speeds available — up to 320 kilowatts — thanks to its high-tech electrical system. But there’s a catch: it only works with 800V fast chargers. That means the vast majority of public fast chargers in the U.S., which […]
Rivian hits a $1 billion milestone Rivian has recorded its second successive quarter of gross profits, resulting in the electric automaker receiving $1 billion in funding from the Volkswagen (VW) Group as a provision of the two companies’ joint venture launched in November. By 2027, VW Group is expected to invest up to $5.8 billion […]
Tariffs are beginning to eat into the auto industry’s bottom line During a May 8 briefing announcing its financial results for the fiscal year, Japanese automaker Toyota said that it is expecting the impact of newfound U.S. import tariffs to cost it 180 billion yen (~$1.3 billion) in April and May alone, which would turbocharge […]
