Fisker, an electric vehicle startup manufacturer and maker of the Ocean SUV (above), has announced a six-week pause in production starting the week of March 18, 2024. According to a release by the manufacturer, the pause will help the company "align inventory levels and progress strategic and financing initiatives."The company is continuing negotiations with an unnamed "large automaker" to develop … [Read more...]
Elon Musk: Redesigned Roadster Will Not Have “Large” Wings, Will Have “Similar Control as Modern Jets,” It Took “Combination of SpaceX & Tesla Technology to Create Something Cooler than the Cybertruck That’s Not Even a Car’
Join us... In a new interview, Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed several exciting new features about the redesigned Tesla Roadster. Tesla unveiled the second-generation Roadster back in 2017; at the time, the EV maker said the vehicle would start deliveries in 2020. However, the second-generation Roadster has been delayed for so long that Tesla has decided to completely redesign … [Read more...]
Rivians Can Now Use Tesla's Superchargers, Adapters Arriving in April
Rivian models will be able to use the Tesla Supercharger network starting today.Rivian will ship owners of the R1S SUV and R1T truck free adapters for the Tesla NACS charger next month.New Rivians will be fitted with the NACS port from the factory starting in 2025.Over the past year, the automotive industry has almost collectively accepted that Tesla's proprietary NACS charging outlet—and … [Read more...]
The Best Minivans for 2024
Minivans may be best described as the cargo pants of automobiles. Beloved and bemoaned alike for their functionality-above-all-else packaging, a minivan is the best tool for most family-related jobs. If you're reading this, we're probably preaching to the choir, but even the converted may not be aware of the current state of the segment. Spoiler alert: It's bleak. If you thought the Kia Carnival … [Read more...]
Go Rentals Opens New FBO Location in South Carolina
The elite car rental service company complements its other locations in the Carolinas as it pursues more expansion throughout the Southern region. Source: autorentalnews.com … [Read more...]
Here's the Elon Musk interview with Don Lemon; Musk cancels his show the next day
CEO Elon Musk said his ketamine prescription was beneficial for Tesla's investors in a video interview with former CNN anchor Don Lemon posted online on Monday. Musk said the drug helps him manage a "negative chemical state" similar to depression in the interview conducted this month that also touched on politics, content moderation on X and Tesla. "From the standpoint of Wall … [Read more...]
2024 Mercedes-AMG GT priced in two V8 trims, will be here in spring
We drove the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT a few months ago, and now it's time to buy it. The second-gen coupe will come to the U.S. in two initial V8 flavors, both powered by a hand-built, twin-turbo 4.0-liter eight-cylinder. The GT 55 makes 469 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, starting at $134,900 plus a $1,150 destination charge, to total $136,050 before options and fees. The GT 63 extends … [Read more...]
Auto Insurance Costs Climb Due to EVs, ADAS, and Advanced Materials
Join us... Headlines are screaming about auto insurance increases this year. For example, CNBC reports that auto insurance costs rose by 26% on average in 2024. While inflation is playing a major role, there are many other factors at work that are causing increases in costs on the auto insurance and repair side of the business. Opus IVS is a company that helps shops … [Read more...]
Head To Head 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Vs. 2024 Mini Countryman
Join us... If you are shopping for a small SUV, there are many choices. This week, we'll compare the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek to the 2024 Mini Countryman. A report from Kelley Blue Book gives us the highlights. I'll give you my winner and tell you why. Here are KBB's highlights of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek 1. Better behaved than before: Subaru updated the 2024 Crosstrek by … [Read more...]
Nissan offers some U.S. dealers cash to take inventory in 11th-hour wholesale push
Nissan retailers began receiving emails and calls from factory reps offering $500 to $2,000 for every vehicle they accept. But dealers are already struggling with a triple-digit days' supply. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
Rich Americans keep high-end RV company Bowlus rolling along
OXNARD, Calif. —- Most U.S. recreational vehicles — those behemoths of the roadway often resembling box cars that accidentally wandered off the rails — roll out of gritty factories in the gray environs of Elkhart, Indiana, and aim to satisfy the wanderlust of largely middle-income customers. Then there's the Bowlus, a very expensive travel trailer that can be towed by a car or small SUV, no … [Read more...]
1999 SLP Chevrolet S-10 Seeker: The Ultimate S-10
From the July 1999 issue of Car and Driver.So, you checked out the ads and read all the road tests. You've driven every make and model, you've scraped together enough cash, and you've decided to buy a Chevrolet S-10 pickup truck. The problem is you'd like one with sportier looks and handling and some extra performance to boot. Chevy has one solution, its new-for-'99 Xtreme package. That consists … [Read more...]
Another Cybertruck is at auction, bids past $150K with four days to go
The Tesla Cybertruck roller-coaster pricing ride continues this week, with its inaugural appearance on the “Cars & Bids” auction site: a loaded 2024 AWD Foundation Series, with a stainless steel exterior and a black interior. The high bid as of Monday afternoon was $150,500, with four days remaining until the Friday deadline for bidding. So far, 15 bids have been made, according to the site. … [Read more...]
Auto executives are bracing for substantial disruptions from EV, software shifts, survey finds
About 60 percent of auto executives find it difficult to know which areas of disruption to prioritize, an AlixPartners survey reveals. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
Why An On-The-Road Salesperson Chose the 2024 Honda Pilot EX
Join us... The Honda Pilot has recently entered a new generation. Its high value proposition, satisfying driving experience, and practicality as a family vehicle are attracting many new Honda buyers and bringing others back to the brand. In this story, we interview a new owner in the coastal New England region and learn why he and his family chose the 2024 Honda Pilot EX. TN - … [Read more...]
Audi Q6 E-Tron Tech Deep Dive: Details about the electric Macan's Audi sibling
Last summer, we had a brief chance to drive the new Audi Q6 e-tron in the Faroe Islands. It was a good tease of what to expect, though details and technological developments were somewhat scarce. After attending a deep dive into these aspects in Munich, it's clear this latest EV from Audi is a solid all-electric SUV, though it doesn't really break much new ground. Instead, it increases … [Read more...]
2025 Audi Q6 and SQ6 e-tron Advance the Brand's EV Game with an 800-Volt Platform
The 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron will go on sale at the end of this year, with the EV being similarly sized to the brand's bestselling Q5 SUV. The 2025 Audi SQ6 e-tron and Q6 initially will only offer two-motor all-wheel-drive configurations with up to 456 and 510 horsepower, respectively. Audi says the Q6 e-tron's new 800-volt electrical architecture and 94.4-kWh battery should … [Read more...]
Audi opens order book for Q6 E-tron electric SUV
The Q6 E-tron is the first Audi model on VW Group's Premium Platform Electric architecture, which is shared with Porsche electric Macan. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
Audi pads EV lineup in U.S. with Q6 E-tron
The midsize Q6 E-tron is the first Audi model on Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Electric architecture, which is shared with Porsche. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
Former Integra Owner Returns To Acura, Leasing a 2024 MDX – Here’s Why
Join us... MA is a lifelong friend of mine who recently began looking for a replacement for his Jeep Grand Cherokee. After listening to his needs and wants, it was clear he was already pointed toward Acura. Here is how MA ended up in the flagship of the brand, a 2024 MDX. TN - Tell us about what you do and what type of vehicle best serves your needsMA - I work at a … [Read more...]
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