by Paul A. Eisenstein | Aug 26, 2020
While its U.S. factories have been up and running since June, General Motors may not bring a sizable share of its 40,000 U.S. salaried workers back from home until late this year or even 2021, according to an internal memo, as the automaker continues to adapt to the...
by Michael Strong | Aug 25, 2020
Although going back to school this year differs depending upon where you live, if piling kids into your vehicle to get them there is still part of your routine, you want to make certain you’re putting them in the right vehicle for you. Comfort, safety and, of course,...
by Michael Strong | Aug 25, 2020
Despite lower traffic levels across the nation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the coming Labor Day weekend is predicted to see as many as 390 deaths and 44,000 serious injuries on America’s highways and byways. The National Safety Council said the estimate is...
by Paul A. Eisenstein | Aug 24, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has had a massive impact on life in America, with millions infected, more than 170,000 dead, and most Americans now taking steps to avoid becoming part of those statistics. Since the first COVID-19 cases started showing up across the country...
by Michael Strong | Aug 21, 2020
Days after four children died in Alabama, Texas and Oklahoma after they were unknowingly left in hot cars, Tesla Inc. is asking the federal government for approval to use a new sensor that could help cut down on this issue. The EV maker petitioned the Federal...
by Paul A. Eisenstein | Aug 20, 2020
We’ll be seeing an explosion of new brand names over the next few years, a sizable share of them – like Fisker, Lucid and Lordstown Motors — offering battery-electric vehicles. Among the list is one you might already have heard about, Polestar initially debuting...
by Michael Strong | Aug 20, 2020
The eighth-generation Chevy Corvette is the first-ever mid-engine model it’s that new “frunk” that is the source of the company’s reluctant new recall for the sports car. Nearly a dozen owners have had the frunk lid, otherwise known as “the hood,” fly up at speeds...
by Joseph Szczesny | Aug 19, 2020
Electrify America is partnering with Love’s Travel Stops to expand its growing network of public ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by adding to seven locations in six states across the country. The charging stations, which direct-current,...
by Michael Strong | Aug 18, 2020
Just like they say at the barbershop, “NEXT!” In this case, EV maker Canoo is “next,” announce plans to roll out a $2.4 billion IPO this fall. Canoo Holdings Ltd. hopes to use the proceeds secured by the offering, approximately $600 million, to move into the final...
by Michael Strong | Aug 18, 2020
With kids in various parts of the country either back in school or preparing to return, the scramble to find a vehicle for them to get there is on for many folks. Finding the right vehicle for a new driver is tough. Price, safety features and style all play a role in...
by Paul A. Eisenstein | Aug 17, 2020
The nation’s first autonomous vehicle corridor is being planned for the Detroit suburbs, running from the center of the Motor City to Ann Arbor, a university town that has become one of the region’s high-tech hubs. The projected will be developed by a partnership...
by Joseph Szczesny | Aug 13, 2020
The Lexus LX 570, the largest sport utility vehicle in the Lexus line-up, is getting some refinements for the 2021 including new tech features and new trim inside and out. Lexus said its flagship SUV offers an updated Sport Package for the new model year, as well as...
