by Michael Strong | Aug 8, 2019
General Motors’ electric vehicle plans rely on a variety of factors to be successful, not the least of which is a massive nationwide network of fast-charging electric stations for its coming fleet of battery-electric vehicles. The question on GM’s mind: who will pay...
by Michael Strong | Aug 7, 2019
Ford Motor Co. agreed to pay $17 million to owners of vehicles with MyFordTouch and MyLincolnTouch to settle a class-action suit. The suit was filed on behalf of owners angry about the lack of functionality of the system. More than 360,000 owners or vehicle leasees of...
by Michael Strong | Aug 7, 2019
Owners of General Motors vehicles with faulty ignition switches seeking compensation for the drop in value of those vehicles lost an important court battle after the judge in the case denied their request for monetary damages. U.S. District Judge Jesse Furman handed...
by Michael Strong | Aug 6, 2019
Unless you aren’t a parent, when August hits it basically means one thing: Back-to-School shopping. Notebooks, pencils, school uniforms, new car … new car??? In some cases, good transportation is on the list of “necessary” purchases. The question is what’s a good...
by Michael Strong | Aug 6, 2019
Battery-electric vehicle sales outpace the construction of charging stations, but the ratio’s improving with the ongoing partnership between Nissan and EVgo. The two are expanding their charging network with the installation of 200 direct current fast chargers (DCFC)...
by Michael Strong | Aug 5, 2019
In the future, cars and trucks may not need drivers, but one thing they’ll still need: fuel. Or if it’s an electric vehicle, juice. If there’s no driver, how does the autonomous car of the future get gas, or more likely electricity? No problem, they can use the...
by Michael Strong | Aug 2, 2019
With federal safety officials conducting an investigation into the problem, Nissan is conducting a “service campaign” for 200,000 Altima sedans due to potentially faulty suspension part. A service campaign is often instituted just before a recall is issued. Owners of...
by Michael Strong | Aug 2, 2019
If you want to buy a car that goes really fast, buy a Dodge Challenger or Charger. Not only does go from 0 to 60 mph quickly, it’ll be gone from your driveway nearly as fast, according to a new report. According to the Highway Loss Data Institute, the two most stolen...
by Michael Strong | Jul 31, 2019
Automakers have been working diligently to overcome technical obstacles keeping self-driving cars from being a reality and now they’ve gotten some news on the legislative front that should make them happy. The House Energy and Commerce Committee and Senate Commerce...
by Michael Strong | Jul 31, 2019
Fiat Chrysler rode strong full-size pickup sales to a strong second quarter result with net profit from continuing operations at €0.8 billion, or $891.4 million on revenue of €26.7 billion, or $29.8 billion. The company’s net income was up 14% while the revenue...
by Michael Strong | Jul 30, 2019
Porsche’s legendary 911 line-up got two new additions for 2020: the Carrera and Carrera Cabriolet. The new models come on the heels of the debuts of the 911 Carrera S and 4S models. Of course, the new models are powered the twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat six engine that is...
by Michael Strong | Jul 30, 2019
As the Trump administration prepares to formally move on its plans to cut the federal mileage and emissions standards, the move could become moot as more states work out deals of their own with the auto industry. Colorado is the latest to strike a deal with...
