GM Invested $1 Billion in Next-Gen EV Battery Research

GM Invested 1 Billion in Next Gen-EV Battery Research

General Motors (GM) has secured a significant multi-billion-dollar agreement with Vianode, a Norwegian company known for its expertise in advanced materials. This long-term partnership focuses on the supply of synthetic graphite anode materials, which are…

Sydney Councils Demand Crackdown on Illegal E-Bike Use on Footpaths

Sydney Councils Demand Crackdown on Illegal E-Bike Use on Footpaths2

Councils across Sydney are urging stricter regulations on e-bikes, which have increasingly dominated footpaths and made pedestrians feel unsafe. A NSW Parliamentary inquiry into the use of electric bicycles has received submissions from more than…

Unauthorized Red Curb Painting in San Francisco Leads to Parking Fines and Controversy

Drivers Got Tickets At Fake No-Parking

At least two drivers were issued tickets for parking along newly painted red curbs in San Francisco this month, which appeared mysteriously and were not sanctioned by authorities. These curbs were painted by unknown individuals…

Tragic Collision in Australia: Motorbike Rider Killed by Stolen Vehicle Driven by Teenagers

Tragic Collision in Australia

Three teenage boys have appeared in court following a fatal crash that claimed the life of an innocent motorcyclist during a police pursuit in Gunnedah, located in north-western New South Wales. The victim, 52-year-old Daniel…

Indian State Considers Ban on Petrol and Diesel Vehicles in Mumbai to Combat Pollution

Indian State Considers Ban on Petrol and Diesel Vehicles in Mumbai to Combat Pollution

The Maharashtra government has taken steps to assess the feasibility of banning petrol and diesel vehicles in Mumbai as part of efforts to combat the city’s deteriorating air quality. To evaluate this possibility, a seven-member…

Why Small Automakers Struggle in the U.S. Auto Market and Face Challenges of Growth

Why Small Automakers Struggle in the U.S. Auto Market and Face Challenges of Growth

The American auto market has long been dominated by major players such as Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler. While these large manufacturers have established a strong presence and significant influence, smaller automotive companies often struggle…

Fiat Revives Iconic Model with an Affordable Electric Upgrade

Drawing inspiration from the classic 1980s design, the Grande Panda revives nostalgia (Credit: Grande Panda)

With its blend of vintage aesthetics and modern technology, the Grande Panda is set to succeed the current model of Fiat’s beloved city car, which has been on the market for 13 years. Fiat officially…

Expert Calls for National Test to Ensure Autonomous Vehicles Meet Safety Standards Before Public Roads

Expert Calls for National Test to Ensure Autonomous Vehicles Meet Safety Standards Before Public Roads

Amid growing concerns about the safety of self-driving vehicles, Henry Liu, a leading expert in autonomous vehicle testing, has called for the federal government to create a national driver’s test that self-driving vehicles would need…

How Car Manufacturers Lobby Against Stricter Emission Standards in the USA

How Car Manufacturers Lobby Against Stricter Emission Standards in the USA

A new analysis of the lobbying activities of 15 major automakers and eight trade organizations has revealed that the car manufacturers producing the smallest share of electric vehicles (EVs) are the most active in opposing…

Are Automakers Truly Serious About Sustainability, or Is It Just Marketing?

Are Automakers Truly Serious About Sustainability, or Is It Just Marketing

Decarbonization, though a significant and urgent challenge, is just one piece of the broader transformation required for the European automotive industry to achieve sustainability. To ensure long-term success, automotive companies must accelerate their efforts across…

FTC Finalizes CARS Rule to Combat Auto Retail Scams and Protect Consumers from Hidden Fees

FTC Finalizes CARS Rule to Combat Auto Retail Scams and Protect Consumers from Hidden Fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized a new rule aimed at addressing two prevalent illegal tactics that consumers often face when buying a car: bait-and-switch tactics and hidden junk fees. These deceptive practices cost…

How Automakers’ Data Collection Practices Impact Car Insurance Rates and Consumer Privacy

How Automakers’ Data Collection Practices Impact Car Insurance Rates and Consumer Privacy

Kenn Dahl, a 65-year-old software company owner from Seattle, was surprised when the cost of his car insurance spiked by 21% in 2022. As someone who considered himself a careful driver and had never caused…

EPA Report Reveals Automakers Fall Short on Carbon Emission Reductions and Fuel Efficiency Gains

EPA Report Reveals Automakers Fall Short on Carbon Emission Reductions and Fuel Efficiency Gains

According to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Automotive Trends Report released on December 20, 2023, automakers are making minimal strides in reducing carbon emissions and improving fuel efficiency. The 2022 new vehicle fleet showed only…

How the Lack of Competition in the Auto Industry Drives Up Car Prices in America

How the U.S. Automobile Industry Has Changed

The American automotive industry had a profound impact on the domestic economy throughout the 20th century, particularly during the boom-and-bust cycles. The annual sales of new cars served as a reliable indicator of the nation’s…

How Lobbying and Investments Are Shaping the Future of Electric Vehicles and Emissions Policies

How Lobbying and Investments Are Shaping the Future of Electric Vehicles and Emissions Policies

In 2023, as electric vehicle (EV) sales surged, the automotive industry ramped up its federal lobbying efforts, spending a record $85.8 million. This marked a continuous increase in lobbying expenditures since 2020. By the first…

Are Hybrid Cars the True Compromise for the U.S.? Benefits Of A Hybrid Powertrain

Are Hybrid Cars the True Compromise for the U.S.

The ongoing debate about the best path to a sustainable automotive future has led to a critical question: are hybrid cars the true compromise for the U.S.? With a blend of traditional internal combustion engines…