Automotive: The Whats, Whys and Hows of Engine Starter Motors
If you’re having trouble starting the car, the main culprits are often a flat or dead battery, a faulty alternator, frayed or damaged wiring, or issues with the starter motor. … Read More
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Automotive: USA government misleads buyers on EV range
While internal-combustion cars often match or exceed their EPA highway fuel economy numbers, a new paper using data from Car & Driver’s highway tests show that EVs are far worse … Read More
Automotive: Electric cars and SUVs may be barred from parking garages
The collapse of a parking garage in New York City on Tuesday that killed at least one person has put a new spotlight on aging structures and heavy electric vehicles. The … Read More
Automotive: South Portland truck leasing business acquired by Penske
Kris-Way Truck Leasing Inc., which is based in South Portland, Maine and employs 150 people, is being purchased by a division of Penske Corp., one of the world’s largest transportation … Read More
Automotive: 3 Things to Consider Before Leasing a Car
Inflation is at an all-time high, and buying new cars is getting more difficult with the increasing costs and interest rates. If you can’t afford to own a car right … Read More
Automotive: Porsche Experience Center celebrates grand opening of a 2nd track
–Press Release– The Porsche Experience Center Atlanta (PEC) officially opened its second driver development track on Thursday at an invite-only grand opening celebration. The milestone event at the headquarters of … Read More
Automotive: The Rise of Used Collectible Vehicles
How and Why They’re Becoming Increasingly Popular Millions of Americans collect cars. It is hard to believe that automobiles manufactured in the 1990s are no longer typical cars, but collectible … Read More
Automotive: Ford CEO reveals EV reality
–by Mark Cipolloni– Ford lost $2.1 billion on electric vehicles in 2022 and expects to lose $3 billion this year. GM CEO Mary Barra said her company will lose billions … Read More
Automotive: Kia Soul Goes Airborne After Smashing Into Runaway Wheel
A freak accident was recorded by a Tesla dashcam on the 118 Freeway near Los Angeles in California last Friday. The driver of a first-generation Kia Soul was minding their … Read More
F1: Regulations will prevent expensive arms race for sustainable F1 fuel – Symonds (Update)
–by Mark Cipolloni– As we reported below, the European Union will reportedly make an exemption for synthetic fuels (or e-fuels) under its planned 2035 ICE ban under pressure from Germany. However, … Read More
Automotive: GM dealers pushing back on costly EV upgrades
Installing electric vehicle chargers at GM dealerships as part of the companies rapidly developing EV strategy is causing the GM dealer network headaches, according to recent reporting. Many dealers claim … Read More
Automotive: Woke GM Deep Sixes the Camaro, all-electric racing future murky
–by Mark Cipolloni– The Chevrolet Camaro is going out of production. General Motors said Wednesday it will stop making the current generation early next year. The future of the car, … Read More
F1: Ferrari’s computer Systems hacked
Ferrari has announced that it has suffered an attack on its computer systems. The company has announced that it will not accept any ransom requests. It was not the sports … Read More
A Guide to Replacing Car Sensors: What to Consider When Buying Replacement Sensors
The sensors in your car play a large role in its safety features. They’re what tell your car when to stop if it’s about to hit something, or begin braking … Read More
Automotive: Hummer EV Pollutes as much as Gasoline-Powered Cars – Study
–by Mark Cipolloni– The climate impact of bigger electric vehicles like the GMC Hummer EV can be equal to that caused by the emissions from gasoline-powered cars, data from the … Read More
Automotive: Ford Applies to Patent Self-Repossessing Cars That Can Drive Themselves Away
Ford applied for a patent to make the repossession process for people who miss several lease or loan payments in a row go smoother. For the bank, that is. The patent document was submitted … Read More
Automotive: Aston Martin loses $600 million in 2022
Hot on the heels of losing $90 million in 2021 and $390 million in 2020, Aston Martin crashed to a loss of $600 million in 2022. CEO Lawrence Stroll said: … Read More
Automotive: All auto manufacturers losing their shirt on EVs except Tesla
Every automobile manufacturer selling electric cars are bleeding billions of dollars of red-ink loses, except Tesla. If the manufacturer is a traditional car company, their balance sheet is a little … Read More
Automotive: ABC News Admits Electric Vehicles Are a ‘Logistical Nightmare’
Even far-left ABC News admits that electric vehicle owners face a “logistical nightmare” when it comes to everyday use, not to mention long drives. A piece written by Morgan Korn tries … Read More
Automotive: Inaugural Côte De California Exotic Car Rally From Los Angeles To Monterey
Motul, the world-class oil and lubricants company founded in 1853, announces the first annual Motul Côte De California, an immersive road rally winding from the canyons of the Los Angeles … Read More
Automotive: Corvette Car Basics – Protection and Maintenance Tips for Corvette Owners
If you’ve ever owned or driven a classic Corvette, you can tell these bad boys are some of the finest vehicles to ever grace the roads. Moreover, when compared with … Read More
Automotive: Can You File a Car Accident Claim Without a Police Report?
While you don’t always need to get a police report after an accident in Florida, you may want to do so anyway because it can help support your claim as … Read More
Automotive: A Guide to Patenting Automobile Modifications & Customizations in Canada
Canada ranks 13th on the list of countries with the most prominent automotive industries, churning over 1.5 million cars annually. While there are only five large-scale car manufacturers in the … Read More
Automotive: A Beginner’s Guide To Aftermarket Car Parts
Whenever you want to replace your car parts, you can turn to original equipment manufacturers (EOM), third-party manufacturers, or second-hand equipment companies. Among these, those that produce aftermarket car parts … Read More
Automotive: Tree-hugging couple learns hard lessons of EV driving
A couple took their electric vehicle on a road trip from Michigan to Florida and said they experienced “range anxiety” the entire way. Bill and Joann Muller drove 1,500 miles from Michigan to Florida in … Read More