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NHTSA Requests Internally Circulated Tesla Documents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has formally requested detailed records from Tesla’s internal investigation on the Model S fire incidents.
Crazy Cadillac ELR Price Doesn’t Matter
Jaws hit desks when Cadillac announced that the upcoming ELR would cost almost $76,000 but according to company representatives, dealers and industry analysts that’s not likely to matter.
Tesla Model S Investigation Concludes in Germany
The investigation into three Tesla Model S fires have concluded in Germany, with the German Federal Motor Transport Authority issuing a statement concluding that there were no manufacturer-related defects.
Chevy Volt Owners Drive More EV Miles Than Leaf Owners: Report
According to a recent report, Chevrolet Volt owners are driving more electric-only miles than owners of the fully-electric Nissan Leaf.
Nissan Leaf Can Now Power Your Office Building
Nissan is currently testing its new “Vehicle-to-Building” technology, which allows up to six Nissan Leaf electric vehicles to be connected to and provide electricity to a building’s power distribution board.
Saab 9-3 to Start Trickling from Trollhattan on Monday
Saab will resume production of the 9-3 on Monday at its Trollhattan, Sweden facility.
BMW Electric Cars to Play Major Role in Near Future
Widespread implementation of electric cars might be closer than you think according to BMW product development boss Herbert Diess.
Giving Thanks to the Automakers in 2013
It’s that time of year again; time for extended families to cram together around an all-too-small table, eat themselves into a food coma, argue over football and be told by countless relatives how they should be living their lives. Yup, it is time to give thanks.
Top 10 Most Reliable American Cars and Trucks
Interested in buying a domestic vehicle but want to make sure it’s as reliable as can be? AutoGuide has compiled a list of the most reliable vehicle in its respective segment based on Consumer Reports’ 2013 predicted reliability results from the 2013 Annual Auto Survey.
BMW i3 Rumored to Spawn Longer ‘i5’ Sedan Variant
The rumor mill is churning that BMW could stretch its i3 model to create a new family car, likely to be called the i5.
BMW i3 Scores Four-Star Rating in European Crash Tests
BMW is breaking new ground with its i3 city car, but European crash test results might be a sign of problems to come.
Consumers Turned Off By High EV Prices
Electric vehicles face many hurdles compared to their conventional, internal-combustion-powered counterparts. Consumers are generally unfamiliar with them plus they have range-related issues, but that’s not all; pricing is also a problem for new-vehicle shoppers.
Nissan Self-Driving Leaf Tested on Public Roads at Home
Nissan is continuing its push toward marketing a self-driving car, announcing today that it began testing on public roads in Japan.
Toyota Prius Family May Gain Hydrogen Fuel Cell Model: Exec
Toyota is committed to bringing its hydrogen fuel cell vehicle to the U.S. market by 2015 and when it does there’s a chance that car will be a member of the Prius family.
Most Car Shoppers Aren’t Aware of EV Rebates, Subsidies: Survey
According to a recent survey, 95 percent of U.S. car shoppers aren’t aware of state and local subsidies, rebates and other incentives related to plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles.
Fisker Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
Fisker has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as part of a restructuring plan and sale to an investor group.
Volkswagen Golf Goes Electric in Los Angeles
The Volkswagen e-Golf has made its North American debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Luxury SUV Buyers Want Hybrids, Truck Shoppers Do Not: Survey
A recent study has revealed that truck shoppers are the least likely to join the hybrid and electric vehicle movement.
Nissan BladeGlider Concept Puts Driver Front and Center
The Tokyo Motor Show is host to more than its share of unusual concept vehicles and one of the most intriguing has got to be Nissan BladeGlider.
Honda FCEV Concept Previews Green Cars to Come
If being green is the new black, and hydrogen is the future of being green, will there be any color puns left to make?
BMW i3, i8 Make North American Debut at LA Auto Show
Productions models of the BMW i3 and i8 have made their North American debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Toyota FCV Concept Points to Hydrogen-Powered Future
After more than a century the internal-combustion engine still reigns supreme as the world’s go-to powerplant for vehicular propulsion. Of course electrics have started to chip away at that dominance but they really haven’t had all that much success. When it comes to alternative technologies will fuel cells fare any better? Well, maybe if Toyota…
Accident at Tesla Plant Sends Three Workers to Hospital
An accident today at Tesla’s California manufacturing facility sent three of its workers to hospital.
Volkswagen e-Golf to Make U.S. Debut at LA Auto Show
The Volkswagen e-Golf will be making its North American debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show next week.
