This Just In
We've got the latest in automotive news and trends from around the world and right here in our studios at Maryland Public Televison. This Just In is what's happening now!
Untangling Traffic 12.06.2019
If you spend any time driving in a city you’re familiar with traffic jams. Volkswagen is working on a way around that… literally. They’re using quantum computing to help chart routes through traffic. This is different from the navigation in your vehicle. What you have at your fingertips provides an individual vehicle with the shortest way to your destination… Read More
GM EV Plans 12.05.2019
There’s more evidence electric vehicles will be taking up more space on the road. General Motors has announced a joint venture with Korean chemical company LG Chem, to build a new battery plant. It will be located in the Lordstown area of Northeast Ohio. GM says mass-producing battery cells for future battery-electric vehicles will generate more than 1,100 new… Read More
November Sales Figures Show Continued Growth for SUVs and Some Sedan Surprises 12.04.2019
Most auto manufacturers have released their November sales figures, always an interesting snapshot of the industry as a whole: Audi enjoyed its best November sales ever, while Subaru and Porsche showed continued growth in trucks and utility vehicles, while sedan sales, offically declared dead by some, actually had a few strong showings: BMW reported an overall… Read More
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Jaguar Teams Up with Hot Wheels for Unique Reveal of New F-TYPE 12.03.2019
The new Jaguar F-TYPE has completed its journey from sketchpad to showroom with a unique tour – in Hot Wheels® model form – of the Jaguar Design Studio. The 1:64 scale sports car model, complete with perfectly recreated black and white camouflage wrap, navigated 25 loop-the-loops, three gravity-defying jumps and 44 corners along the 232-metre long Hot Wheels… Read More
2021 Jaguar F-TYPE 12.02.2019
One of the most iconic cars ever made is evolving… in subtle and powerful ways. This is our first look at the new 2021 Jaguar F-TYPE. This British sports car has always been a looker. Designers tweaked those classic good looks with a new hood, slightly larger grille, unique front bumpers, and slim LED headlights. Pick your power. The range of engines includes… Read More
Polestar Models Begin Production in China 12.02.2019
Polestar, Volvo's electric performance sub-brand, has begun producing customer models of the Polestar 1 plug-in hybrid coupe at its Chengdu facility, and has ramped up pre-production tooling trial prototypes for the all-electric Polestar 2 sedan at a factory in Luqiao, China. In line with the brand’s digital-first retail model, orders for Polestar 1 and… Read More
Lucid Leaps Forward 12.02.2019
The competition is growing in the electric vehicle market. Lucid Motors has broken ground on their new factory in Casa Grande, Arizona. Construction is now underway on the first phase of the facility. Lucid looked at more than 60 sites in 13 states before settling on Arizona. They say they chose the site south of Phoenix for a variety of reasons, including… Read More
Fisker Ocean Luxury Electric SUV Now Available For Reservations 11.27.2019
Fisker Inc. is now allowing customers to place deposits of $250 through their website and native mobile app to reserve one of their upcoming Ocean SUVs. Billed as the world's most sutainable electric luxury SUV, the Ocean will feature a full-length solar roof, fully recycled carpeting, and a vegan interior. All-electric range from its 80 kWh battery pack will be… Read More
Ram Trucks Lead Parade Floats at 93rd Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 11.26.2019
For the fith consecutive year, all of the floats participating in the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be towed by Ram trucks. Four of the twenty Ram float-toters will be fully wrapped to complement unique float designs that include Harvest in the Valley by Green Giant®, Splashing Safari Adventure by Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, Mount… Read More
Finalists Named for 2020 North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year 11.25.2019
The nine finalists that are vying for the prestigious title of 2020 North American Car of the Year, Utility of the Year and Truck of the Year (NACTOY) were announced last week at the LA Auto Show’s AutoMobility LA, after they were selected from a competitive field of 29 semi-finalists. The Car of the Year finalists are: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Hyundai… Read More