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Wireless EV On the Go Charging Project Underway
One of the biggest downfalls of electric vehicles currently is the lack of range, which means stopping often to charge, hindering the owner when going long distances.
Disney Reveals Revamped Epcot Center Test Track Amusement Ride
Having renewed its long-term business relationship with GM, Walt Disney Land has renovated, or “re-imagined”, an older test track feature at Epcot for a more up-to-date experience. With an atmosphere that combines Tron themes and the appearances of a development lab, the new ride incorporates a new design center concept that allows visitors to design and…
NHTSA Working with Automakers to Accelerate Vehicle to Vehicle Communication
To further use technology to make our roadways safer, it was reported back in February that NHTSA wished to mandate vehicle-to-vehicle communication that could help reduce about 80 percent of today’s automotive-related crashes. While speaking at the Society of Automotive Engineers World Congress, David Strickland said NHTSA is currently working with automakers and other government…
Hydrogen Cars and Who is Making Them
Electric cars may have arrived, but the search for the perfect alternative fuel is still in progress. There are still a few major issues that keep battery powered vehicles from replacing the internal combustion engine.
Sports Car Rental Company Leads Police to International Car Thieves
Honest business: 1, international crime syndicate: 0. Eric Blumberg owns Rent-In-Style, an L.A. based high end rental car company, which offers clients an opportunity to take out premium luxury and performance vehicles for a couple hours or even a week.
Mid-Engine Ferrari Hybrid Flagship Confirmed For 2013 by CEO
Brace yourselves, the Ferrari hybrid is coming. Having first revealed its mid-engine HY-KERS development at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show, Ferrari CEO Amedeo Felisa confirmed that the future halo mid-engine hybrid supercar will officially debut in 2013.
Google Seeking Automaker for Autonomous Vehicle Production
Internet giant Google has been developing self-driving car technology for some time now, and is looking for a partner in the automotive industry to help the company mass-produce its cars.
J.D. Power Releases Top 5 Most Desired New Car Technologies
J.D. Power has released a study today which details the top five new technologies which car buyers want in their cars.
Honda Develops Successful Traffic Jam Detector
Honda announced a technology breakthrough today capable of detecting the potential for traffic congestion by actively determining whether the driving pattern of a vehicle is likely to create bottle-necking.
Brabus Drops The V12 For Hybrid-Diesel For Latest Technology Project Hybrid
Brabus established its name as the monster tuner of Mercedes-Benz engines capable of exceeding 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque. But for its latest project, the company drops its earth-shaking V12 in a bold pursuit for a more eco-friendly diesel hybrid.
German Scientists Working on True All Weather Tire
Tires are an integral part of our vehicles, but people living in snowy climates know how annoying it can be to swap between a set of winter and summer tires. Those woes could be over if a new product proves to be road-worthy.
NHTSA To Hold Safety Meeting On Electric Vehicle Lithium-Ion Batteries
A series of very public Li-ion defect related incidents have caused the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) decision to hold a meeting with automakers and battery suppliers with regards to the safety of the new technology.
General Electric Commited to Long Term Development of EVs
Speaking at an automotive conference in Detroit, General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt expressed his company’s commitment to the long-term development of alternative-fuel vehicles, namely electric ones.
Republican Senators Question Fisker Government Loan
Grassley and Thune are also emphasizing the angle that taxpayer funds were used for the development of high priced vehicles that are viewed as very small niche products at best.
Hyundai Offers Free SiriusXM Subscription for Preowned Cars
Buying incentives normally go hand-in-hand with buying a new car, but Hyundai taking a slightly different approach by offering perks to pre-owned buyers.
Honda Concept C and S Showcase Future Brand Design
Whether a production version of the Concept will materialize outside China’s borders remains to be seen, though in this age of increasingly global automotive product plans, we wouldn’t be surprised if it does.
Right on CUE: Cadillac’s new Infotainment System Sets the Stage
Cadillac is prepping a new member to its stable. No, it’s not the Nurburgring-tested ATS we’ve heard oh-so much about. It’s also not the XTS flagship sedan that Cadillac has desperately needed these past few years. In fact, it’s not a car at all.
BMW EVs and Plug-In Hybrids now Called eDrive
The BMW i8 Spyder Concept made its Chinese debut today at the Beijing Auto Show, but more importantly the car was revealed wearing an eDrive badge, tipped by BMW as the designation for all of the brand’s upcoming electric and plug-in hybrid cars.
Ferrari Unveils Its Latest Halo Mid-Engine HY-KERS Drivetrain- Video
Last week, patent applications from Ferrari revealed a new hybrid system for its front-engine V12 road cars. Continuously developing efficient and high performing engines at a fierce pace, Ferrari has now released details on a new mid-engine V12 hybrid powerplant at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show. Designed specifically for the Ferrari Enzo successor slated to…
Mercedes-Benz CLC Concept Revealed in Los Angeles- Video
Mercedes-Benz revealed images and a video of its latest Concept Style Coupe design study earlier this week, but the concept’s rollout accelerated as the Mercedes CSC exhibit headlined yesterday’s Transmission LA:AV Club at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Los Angeles. A 17-day art event featuring concerts, DJ nights, performances and installations, the Transmission LA:AV…
Nissan Network Hacked, Exec Explains – Video
Recently there was an intrusion in Nissan‘s Global Network Systems and the Japanese automaker has released an official statement to protect and inform its employees and customers on the actions it’ll be taking. Executive Vice President Andy Palmer confirmed the network was hacked and addressed the incident by confirming that “no customer, employee or program…
IBM Battery 500 Project Aims for 500 Mile Range EVs – Video
Limited range is one of the biggest current deterrents to owning an electric vehicle, but technology heavyweight IBM is hoping to help change that. In 2009, IBM researchers set out to develop lithium-air battery technology that would allow an electric vehicle to have a range of around 500 miles on a single charge, making them…
Nissan Sponsors Public EV Charging Stations in California
The all electric Nissan Leaf is trying to become a practical and viable option to compete with the gasoline engine, and Nissan is providing infrastructure to help make the transition smooth for consumers. Partnering with the non-profit company Adopt a Charger, Nissan is sponsoring 15 EV chargers that are available for public use. There are…
Wireless EV Charger Created by US Startup
Now, a North Carolina startup named Evatran is hoping to introduce such a system and indeed, has generated enough interest that a number of different organizations, including the likes of Google, Hertz Rent-A-Car, Duke Energy and Clemson University, are planning to test it later this year.
