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GM confirms it will build Chevy Bolt electric car with 200-mile rangeThe rumored long-range Chevy Bolt was confirmed at the Chicago Auto Show Thursday. GM did not confirm when production would start or when the new Chevy Bolt would be released, however.
- Tesla continues fight with auto dealerships in Arizona, Texas
Tesla's aggressive lobbying efforts in Texas continue to be met with opposition from groups representing franchised car dealers. Arizona lawmakers, meanwhile, appear to be moving in the direction of allowing direct sales from automakers like Tesla.
Can Uber's 'SOS button' make riders feel safer?After reinstating its presence in India, Uber introduces two new safety features to protect customers from drivers.
2015 Honda Fit: Is a 4-door version on the way?The 2015 Honda Fit is already available to US buyers as a hatchback and Fit-derived HR-V subcompact crossover utility vehicle. And a test model of the Honda Fit four-door sedan that's currently sold in other markets as the Honda City has now turned up in California.
Tesla Model X SUV delayed again: Three possible reasonsTelsa fans are eagerly awaiting the debut of the Model X electric SUV, but the vehicle's rollout has been delayed a number of times. Here are three possible reasons the Model X schedule lagged significantly from its originally announced launch date of late 2013.
The 10 most (and least) deadly cars in AmericaTraffic fatalities in the US have reached another record low, but when it comes to prevention, not all vehicle models are created equal. Which cars fared best? Worst?
Tesla Model S drivers can control their cars with Apple WatchApple Watch ships in April, and one of the third-party apps available for it could be one that allows drivers to control certain functions of the Tesla Model S electric car. The app will display information on the Tesla Model S's state of charge, available range, and temperature on the Apple Watch's tiny screen.
2015 Honda Fit gets highest safety rating from NHTSAThe 2015 Honda Fit proves that small cars and good safety ratings aren't mutually exclusive. The newest Honda Fit received a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the NHTSA, and was also named a Top Safety Pick by the IIHS
Ford Focus RS coming with over 316 HP, all-wheel driveFord Focus RS' latest model features the turbocharged 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine found in the 2015 Ford Mustang, at least 316 horsepower, and all-wheel drive. Ford says it hasn't ruled out launching more powerful versions of the latest Ford Focus RS model at a later date.
2.1 Million Acura, Dodge, Honda, Jeep, Toyota cars recalled (again) for airbag glitchThe latest airbag recall from the NHTSA affects than two million Acura, Dodge, Honda, Jeep, Pontiac, and Toyota owners in the US. The problem? An electrical glitch can deploy the vehicles' airbags with no warning.
Super Bowl ads 2015: FCA celebrates Dodge, Fiat, and JeepSuper Bowl ads 2015 featured a trio of spots from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, which is known for flexing its advertising creativity for the big game. FCA is celebrating three of its brands in its 2015 Super Bowl ads, Dodge, Fiat, and Jeep, but this time around there aren't any celebs.
Tesla Model S P85D update of 'insane' acceleration coming, Musk tweetsThe Tesla Model S P85D is already the quickest production sedan in the world, but Tesla CEO and co-founder Elon Musk tweeted yesterday that a software update for the P85D is in the works, and that it will improve acceleration times.
‘Furious 7’ behind-the-scenes footage released; Super Bowl spot rumored'Furious 7,' the seventh installment of the 'Fast and the Furious' movie franchise, has a new teaser trailer out showing seven seconds of behind-the-scenes footage. Though unconfirmed, the clip is thought to be a teaser for a longer spot set to air during this weekend’s Super Bowl XLIX.
Does Mercedes-Benz have the best Super Bowl ad yet?Mercedes-Benz's ad for Super Bowl XLIX gives us a modern spin on the classic tale of the tortoise and the hare. The Super Bowl ad coincides with the market launch of the Mercedes GT S.
Do low gas prices hurt renewable energy adoption? Not really.Gas prices have fallen dramatically in the US, and many assume this will hurt the renewable energy industry. A new study suggests otherwise.
Anti-Tesla laws In AZ, MI, NJ, and TX nominated for 'Luddite Award'A technology think tank has nominated four anti-Tesla states for its annual Luddite Award – so named after the 19th-century British artisans who protested against industrial progress. Arizona, Texas, Minnesota, and New Jersey all passed laws restricting Tesla sales last year.
Ford will focus on self-driving cars at new Silicon Valley research centerFord's new research center in Silicon Valley will house projects focusing on connectivity and self-driving cars. The experiments are part of the Smart Mobility Plan Ford unveiled at CES earlier this month.
Cheeseburgers and steering wheels: a dangerous combo?Distracted driving comes in many forms – even in a bun. A resident of Cobb County, Georgia was ticketed when his eating a hamburger on the road posed a threat to himself and other motorists.
BMW, VW team up with ChargePoint to build 100 CCS fast-charging sites for electric carsBMW and Volkswagen announced Thursday that they will partner with the ChargePoint network to build almost 100 fast-charging sites around the US. The sites will provide fast-charging corridors along heavily traveled routes on both the East and West Coast
Workplace electric car charging: what employers should provideAs electric cars grow in popularity, workplace charging becomes more important. But employers must consider the type of charging equipment to be installed, its access, infrastructure, and energy costs.
