BMW Ends Heated Seat Subscription Amid Customer Backlash, Shifts Focus to Software Services

BMW Ends Heated Seat Subscription Amid Customer Backlash, Shifts Focus to Software Services (Credit: BMW)

BMW has officially discontinued its controversial subscription service for heated seats. Introduced in 2020, the service aimed to provide flexibility by letting customers pay for certain vehicle features only when needed. While the idea seemed…

NHTSA Investigates Tesla’s Smart Summon Feature After Crash Reports and Safety Concerns

Model Y (Credit: Tesla)

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a preliminary investigation into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles in the U.S. due to crash reports involving its “Actually Smart Summon” feature. This follows a 2023 fatal collision…

Tesla’s Controversial Marketing Tactics: Innovation or Manipulation?

Tesla s Controversial Marketing Tactics

Tesla, recognized for its innovative and disruptive marketing strategies, has taken a controversial step by venturing into the advertising space, including platforms owned by its CEO, Elon Musk. This decision marks a significant departure from…

California Targets Air Pollution with Ban on Gas-Powered Lawn Equipment Starting in 2024

California Targets Air Pollution with Ban on Gas Powered Lawn Equipment Starting in 2024

Small off-road engines (SOREs), commonly found in lawn equipment, contribute significantly to air pollution. According to the California Air Resources Board (CARB), using a gas-powered leaf blower for an hour emits as much smog-forming pollution…

Tesla Offers Cybertruck Discounts Amid Production Issues and Growing Competition in the EV Market

Tesla Offers Cybertruck Discounts Amid Production Issues and Growing Competition in the EV Market

Tesla has introduced discounts of up to $1,600 on new Cybertruck models, with demo versions offering reductions as high as $2,600. This pricing adjustment comes after a series of production delays and recalls, aimed at…

FIA Bans Ride Height Adjustment Devices in Parc Ferme, Red Bull and Teams Face Compliance Push

FIA Bans Ride Height Adjustment Devices in Parc Ferme, Red Bull and Teams Face Compliance Push (FIA)

The FIA has issued a directive to all Formula 1 teams outlawing devices that facilitate ride height adjustments under parc ferme conditions. This move follows concerns raised by rival teams during the Singapore Grand Prix,…

Tax Policy Changes in 2025 to Increase Costs for UK Electric Vehicle Owners and Businesses

Tax Policy Changes in 2025 to Increase Costs for UK Electric Vehicle Owners and Businesses

From April 2025, major changes to tax policies will affect electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK, covering Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), the Expensive Car Supplement, and Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) rates. These adjustments aim to create parity…

Orlando Introduces Fully Autonomous Taxi Service in 2025

Orlando Introduces Fully Autonomous Taxi Service in 2025

Orlando, Florida, is introducing an innovative way to travel downtown—self-driving shuttles. Later this month, an electric, autonomous shuttle will begin transporting passengers around a 1-mile loop in the city’s downtown area at no cost. The…

Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Split Over E-Bike Legislation in New York City

Mayor Adams and DOT Commissioner Split Over E Bike Legislation in New York City

Tensions are escalating within New York City’s Adams administration over proposed legislation aimed at curbing e-bike-related fatalities and injuries. Mayor Eric Adams has publicly expressed support for a bill mandating registration and license plates for…

Denver Launches EV Subsidy Program for Low-Income Residents

Environmental Benefits of EV Batteries

Denver, Colorado, offers programs to help low-income residents afford electric vehicles (EVs) and e-bikes. These initiatives aim to promote clean transportation and replace gas-powered vehicles with environmentally friendly alternatives. Here’s a breakdown of the programs.…

Volkswagen Sells Xinjiang Plant Amid Rising EV Competition and Declining Demand for Combustion Vehicles

Volkswagen Sells Xinjiang Plant Amid Rising EV Competition and Declining Demand for Combustion Vehicles

Volkswagen has announced the sale of its car manufacturing plant in Xinjiang, a region in northwestern China, citing “economic reasons” as the primary motivation. A company spokesperson emphasized that the plant, which had been producing…