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Awful ‘Carolina Squat’ Truck Modification To Be Banned in SC
May 1, 2024 Ξ

Awful ‘Carolina Squat’ Truck Modification To Be Banned in SC

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Starting May 10, law enforcement in South Carolina will be cracking down on a controversial vehicle modification known as the “Carolina Squat.” This adjustment involves lifting the front end of  Full Article »

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Toyota Reaffirms Commitment to Support Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology with Establishment of Hydrogen HQ Facility
May 1, 2024 Ξ

Toyota Reaffirms Commitment to Support Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology with Establishment of Hydrogen HQ Facility

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Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has reinforced its dedication to advancing fuel cell and hydrogen-related technologies by establishing the North American Hydrogen Headquarters (H2HQ), formerly known as the TMNA R&D  Full Article »

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Concerns Surface from Automakers Joining Tesla NACS EV Charging Network After Musk’s Elimination of Supercharger Department
May 1, 2024 Ξ

Concerns Surface from Automakers Joining Tesla NACS EV Charging Network After Musk’s Elimination of Supercharger Department

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Elon Musk’s recent decision to dissolve Tesla’s department responsible for electric vehicle chargers has sparked concerns within the automotive industry about the future integration of other automakers’ EVs into Tesla’s  Full Article »

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Ford Recalling 242,000 Maverick Trucks Over Taillight Issue
May 1, 2024 Ξ

Ford Recalling 242,000 Maverick Trucks Over Taillight Issue

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Ford has issued a recall for just over 242,000 Maverick trucks due to a taillight problem that could compromise the vehicle’s visibility, raising safety concerns on the roads. The National  Full Article »

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BMW Dropping “i” Designation from Combustion Models to Lessen Confusion Amid EV Models Using “i” Names
May 1, 2024 Ξ

BMW Dropping “i” Designation from Combustion Models to Lessen Confusion Amid EV Models Using “i” Names

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BMW is making an adjustment to its naming conventions, aiming to simplify its lineup as it steers toward an electrified future. The prominent change involves dropping the ‘i’ designation from  Full Article »

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Rivian’s Adventure Charging Network Opens Up to All EVs
May 1, 2024 Ξ

Rivian’s Adventure Charging Network Opens Up to All EVs

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Rivian is looking to make some new headway in the electric vehicle (EV) industry by expanding its Adventure Network to accommodate vehicles beyond its own lineup. Initially exclusive to Rivian  Full Article »

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Genesis Seeks to Gain Independence from Hyundai
Apr 30, 2024 Ξ

Genesis Seeks to Gain Independence from Hyundai

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Genesis has achieved autonomy from Hyundai in the United States, marking a major milestone in its journey to compete with global luxury brands. Claudia Marquez, COO of Genesis North America,  Full Article »

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TRW Performance Does Resto-Modded “Supercat” 600-HP Jaguar XJS Recreation with Manual Transmission
Apr 30, 2024 Ξ

TRW Performance Does Resto-Modded “Supercat” 600-HP Jaguar XJS Recreation with Manual Transmission

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TRW Performance has joined the ranks of firms capitalizing on the resto-modding trend by unveiling their take on the classic Jaguar XJS, dubbed the “Supercat.” Departing from its original form,  Full Article »

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Elon Musk Cuts Tesla Senior Executives and Entire Supercharger Team
Apr 30, 2024 Ξ

Elon Musk Cuts Tesla Senior Executives and Entire Supercharger Team

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Elon Musk’s recent decisions at Tesla have stirred up significant attention, particularly his dismissal of two senior executives and plans for further layoffs, as reported by The Information. The departures  Full Article »

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U.S. Will Require Emergency-Braking Rule on All New Vehicles in 2029
Apr 30, 2024 Ξ

U.S. Will Require Emergency-Braking Rule on All New Vehicles in 2029

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In 2029, a mandate is set to revolutionize the safety standards of new passenger vehicles in the United States. Automatic emergency braking, a feature designed to prevent collisions and protect  Full Article »

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Bentley Gets More Dynamic with Exclusive Bentayga Apex Edition
Apr 29, 2024 Ξ

Bentley Gets More Dynamic with Exclusive Bentayga Apex Edition

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Bentley is upping the ante with the unveiling of the Bentayga Apex Edition, a creation born from the craftsmanship of its in-house Mulliner bespoke division. Branded as the ‘most dynamic-looking  Full Article »

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Polestar 5 EV Prototype Takes Just 10 Minutes to Charge from 10% to 80%
Apr 29, 2024 Ξ

Polestar 5 EV Prototype Takes Just 10 Minutes to Charge from 10% to 80%

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Polestar has collaborated with StoreDot, an Israeli startup, to create a groundbreaking electric vehicle prototype. This prototype boasts an astonishing charging capability, going from 10% to 80% battery capacity in  Full Article »

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NHTSA Opening Investigation into Ford Crashes Involving Blue Cruise Semi-Autonomous Driving System
Apr 29, 2024 Ξ

NHTSA Opening Investigation into Ford Crashes Involving Blue Cruise Semi-Autonomous Driving System

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into two fatal crashes involving Ford’s Blue Cruise semi-autonomous driving system. These incidents, both occurring at night on freeways,  Full Article »

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2024 Beijing Motor Show Highlights Glimpse into Global EV Future
Apr 29, 2024 Ξ

2024 Beijing Motor Show Highlights Glimpse into Global EV Future

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The recent Beijing Motor Show provided a vibrant snapshot of the evolving global electric vehicle (EV) landscape, with Chinese automakers taking center stage. The event showcased a plethora of new  Full Article »

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Four Automakers Show Interest in Saving Fisker, Company Sale Could Be Imminent
Apr 29, 2024 Ξ

Four Automakers Show Interest in Saving Fisker, Company Sale Could Be Imminent

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Fisker’s recent journey has been turbulent, to say the least. Amidst talks with Nissan that ultimately collapsed and drastic price cuts on inventory, the company’s future seemed uncertain. However, amidst  Full Article »

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