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Five-Point Inspection: Toyota Auris Hybrid Touring Sports
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In North America Toyota is known for a couple signature vehicles. Over the decades they’ve sold legions of Camrys and more Prius hybrids than you might expect. Beyond these core products the company also offers a host of other models, from the full-size Tundra pickup truck to the FJ Cruiser sport utility.
NHTSA Studying Third Tesla Model S Fire
Bust out the marshmallows and weenies, it’s reported that another Tesla Model S has caught on fire. This is the third one to go up in flames recently.
Tesla Model X Will Come AWD Only, Cost More than Model S
Tesla CEO Elon Musk let slip a few more details about the automaker’s upcoming electric SUV, the Model X.
Tesla Model E Could Launch in 2015, Cost $35K
Starting a new car company from scratch is no easy (or cheap) task. It’s comparable to building an entire city… on Mars. Despite the challenges and unfavorable odds Tesla seems to be doing quite well. Its Model S sedan has received numerous accolades and now some information about the brand’s next product is beginning to…
Volvo Working to Cut the Cord for Electric Vehicles
Volvo is part of an advanced research project that’s exploring inductive charging for electric vehicles. What does that mean? One word: wireless.
Elon Musk Sounds off on Hydrogen Fuel Cells
Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk is rapidly becoming a new Bob Lutz for the 21st century. The savvy South African is not afraid to share his opinion on a variety of topics and is at times refreshingly blunt.
GM Working on $30,000 EV with 200-Mile Range
The race is on for a budget-minded electric vehicle with a 200-mile range, as General Motors has confirmed it is working on such a car.
smart fourjoy Concept Unveiled in Frankfurt, Still Not Wothy of Capital Letters
The folks at Daimler’s smart division revealed a new concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Supposedly their forjoy design study is a forerunner to a next-generation car.
Smart FourJoy Concept Revealed Ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show Debut
The 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show is just days away and more automakers are teasing what they’re going to be revealing at the event. Getting in on the action, smart released photos of and information about an electric concept they’ll be unveiling in Germany next week.
Infiniti Boss Positive on Electric Cars, Negative on Dates
Infiniti president, Johan de Nysschen, just reaffirmed that the automaker is committed to EVs.
BMW i3 EV Officially Unveiled, Available Second Quarter of 2014
BMW officially introduced its i3 electric vehicle in New York today, showcasing what the German automaker calls a “truly purpose built electric car.”
Honda Micro Commuter Prototype Begins Field Tests
Honda‘s micro-sized electric vehicle, the Micro Commuter Prototype β, will begin testing this fall within the city of Saitama, Japan.
Electric Kia Soul Prototype Spied Testing in Europe
Kia is expected to enter the electric vehicle market in North America with an electric version of the Soul crossover, and AutoGuide‘s spy photographers have caught a prototype testing in Europe.
Infiniti Electric Vehicle Delayed for Better Tech: Exec
According to Andy Palmer, head of Nissan global, the Infiniti electric vehicle has been delayed so that the Japanese automaker can incorporate more advanced charging and battery technology in the vehicle.
Nissan Leaf Battery Replacement Program Announced
Nissan has announced its Leaf battery replacement program for U.S. owners, which will launch during the first half of 2014.
Tesla Announces 90-Second Battery Swap, Available Later This Year
Always one to push the envelope, Tesla CEO Elon Musk introduced the American electric automaker’s 90-second battery swap tonight at an owners only event.
Five-Point Inspection: 2013 Fiat 500e
As fuel prices continue to test the limits of infinity, small cars are becoming more appealing to more new car shoppers; this downward spiral is evident. Many people that used to drive full-size SUVs a decade ago have opted for more efficient crossovers. Large-sedan buyers have traded in their tugboats for midsize models and compact-car…
Hyundai Preparing Electric Vehicle for American Market
According to Hyundai America’s CEO John Krafcik, the Korean automaker is planning to bring a battery-powered electric vehicle to the American market in the near future.
Venturi VBB-3 Aiming for Electric Car World Speed Record
Venturi Automobiles is once again teaming up with The Ohio State University to push the limits on the FIA world speed record for electric vehicles.
BMW i3 to Have Motorcycle Engine Option for Extended Range
BMW will be offering a two-cylinder motorcycle engine mated to a generator to extend the range of the i3 when it goes on sale later this year.
2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Makes Official Debut: 2012 LA Auto Show
Boasting 130 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque, the newest addition to the Chevrolet electric vehicle family has been officially unveiled at the 2012 LA Auto Show.
2014 Chevrolet Spark EV Unveiled Ahead of LA Auto Show Debut
Ahead of its official debut at the 2012 LA Auto Show, Chevrolet has unveiled its Spark EV which will be priced under $25,000 with tax incentives.
Toyota Prius Burns After Being Flooded by Sandy
Hurricane Sandy gave the Eastern portion of the United States a what for last week, not to mention the Caribbean and points far beyond. Amid all the destruction and misery the automotive industry was impacted in a number of ways. In particular, the safety of electric cars has been brought up.
Monster Tajima Ready to Conquer Pikes Peak in Monster Sport E-Runner EV
Back in May, Monster Tajima debuted his new Monster Sport E-RUNNER Pikes Peak Special in its full carbon fiber glory. Now the famous Pikes Peak driver is set to conquer the famous Hill Climb once again.
