Hybrids and electric cars seem to be more dangerous for pedestrians
Pedestrian deaths in the United States have gone up a lot in the last five years. This might be because more drivers are not paying attention and are getting distracted while driving. But there’s another…
Pagenaud's words, de Ferran was not just a mentor but also like a father figure to him
Gil de Ferran was a champion IndyCar racer, winning titles in 2000 and 2001. He died last December at 56 after a heart attack during a driving event in Miami. Simon Pagenaud, also a champion…
Romain Grosjean and Santino Ferrucci have been involved in several clashes during the last two race weekends
Romain Grosjean and Santino Ferrucci have been involved in several clashes during the last two race weekends. Ferrucci mentioned seeking payback during practice at the last round on the Indianapolis road course before another incident…
Palou is still with CGR, but he didn't do as well in qualifying
Palou was really fast last year at the Indy 500. He was in the best starting position, known as pole, leading the way for Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR). All four of their cars were in…
There are many good reasons to buy an electric car. You have lots of options, from simple ones like the Nissan Leaf to fancy ones like the Rimac Nevera. But there are still some problems…
Hypersonic speeds are those between Mach 5 and Mach 10, meaning five to ten times the speed of sound, or 3,836 to 7,673 mph (6,173 to 12,346 kph). The U.S. military is working on several programs…
Drive-Through Dilemma Mobile Phone Fine Controversy in Canada
Mason Prima, 18, received a harsh lesson that is generating debate in Canada. He was penalized earlier this month for using his phone in a McDonald’s drive-through in order to claim a free meal. Prima…
Google is planning to update cars with Google Built-In with angry birds and streaming service
Google is planning to update cars with Google Built-In, like the Volvo EX90 and the Nissan Rogue, with new features. These include entertainment apps like Max, Peacock, and even Angry Birds. There’s no exact date…
A year ago, I thought Mitsubishi might not survive in the US past 2030 without big changes. But now, Mitsubishi has a new plan called Momentum 2030. It’s a five-year plan to save the brand…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is looking into the Volkswagen ID.4 because people are worried that its doors might open while driving. This is for ID.4 cars made from 2021 to 2023. The…
Volkswagen has decided not to work with Renault to make cheap EVs
Volkswagen has decided not to work with Renault to make a cheap electric car, according to reports from Reuters. They couldn’t agree on some things after talking for many months. Now, Volkswagen plans to make…
New vehicles have become less affordable in April – the first time this year
New vehicles have become less affordable since the pandemic started. Although things were improving in the first three months of 2024, the affordability of new vehicles took a hit again in April – the first…
134 of Stelantis Fiat Topolino EVs were taken by authorities at the port of Livorno, Italy
Stellantis said that 134 of its Fiat Topolino electric vehicles (EVs) were taken by authorities at the port of Livorno, Italy. The officials said the cars were not truly Italian, even though Fiat is Italy’s…
Honda has given the popular Civic lineup a makeover for the year 2025. This new version has updated looks, more technology, and an important addition: a hybrid engine. Honda thinks this hybrid model will make…
Kei trucks, are causing a disagreement between the Rhode Island DMV and local people
Kei trucks, those small and cute commercial vehicles from Japan, are causing a disagreement between the Rhode Island DMV and local people. The owners, who use these trucks for farming and other jobs, are being…
Caltrans is trying out a new program called California Road Charge
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is trying out a new program called “California Road Charge” to get back the money lost from gas taxes. They want to keep track of how much you drive…
Hennessey, a company from Texas, made the H850 Mustang Dark Horse last year. It’s a supercharged muscle car with a lot of power: 850 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. Now, they’ve shared how well…
PepsiCo to add more electric vehicles to its fleet in California
PepsiCo announced on Tuesday that it will add more electric vehicles to its fleet in California. They will put 50 big Tesla Semi trucks and 75 Ford E-Transit electric vans in their facilities in the…
This story is about two famous cars, the Chevrolet Camaro and the Ford Mustang, going in different directions. Mark Reuss, who is in charge of GM, talked to the media about the future of the…
New car sales in the European Union went up by 13.7% in April
New car sales in the European Union went up by 13.7% in April compared to last year, according to Europe’s auto industry group. This is the biggest increase since last October, especially after a drop…
Truck hanging over the George Rogers Clark Memorial Bridge, 100 feet above the Ohio River
With dash cams and cellphones, accidents on the road often become popular on social media. But one recent crash involving a semi-truck made headlines across the country. The driver’s camera recorded the accident that sent…
Andretti is known for being strong in May races, but it’s been ten years since he had a real shot at winning the Indy 500. Even though he got the pole position in 2020, he…
Mercedes-Benz is recalling around 300 units of the EQB
Mercedes-Benz is recalling around 300 units of the EQB, an electric version of the GLB SUV, due to a problem that could cause them to roll away while parked. The issue is with a faulty…
UAW faced a tough loss at a Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama
The United Auto Workers (UAW) faced a tough loss at a Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama on Friday. This was a setback for the union’s plans to grow in the U.S. South after a recent victory…
Grand Theft Auto VI is coming back to Vice City, and it’s coming in fall 2025. Take-Two Interactive, the parent company, announced this in their Q4 2024 earnings report on Thursday. They said that the…
