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GMC Introduces the Sierra Denali Ultimate 11.17.2015
GMC introduces the 2016 Sierra Denali Ultimate ahead of its public debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The Sierra Denali Ultimate comes with a four-wheel drive 1500 crew cab with either a 5’ 8” or 6’ 6” cargo bed. The Denali Ultimate has distinctive 22-inch wheels with chrome or black insert, a standard sunroof, chrome tow hooks and standard technologies.… Read More
California slow on self-driving car rules makes Google antsy 11.16.2015
Google finds itself in a predicament others have found themselves before; waiting on the Department of Motor Vehicles. According to the Associated Press tech titan wants the freedom to give the public access to self-driving prototypes it has been testing on public roads since the summer. However California regulators want Google to prove the prototype cars… Read More
Mazda is Awarded Best Car Brand by U.S. News & World Report 11.13.2015
U.S. News & World Report has announced the winners of their 2016 "Best Vehicle Brands" Awards. These awards were created to recognize vehicle brands with the best overall performance in the Car, SUV, Truck and Luxury categories. “The U.S. News Best Vehicle Brands convey quality, experience and credibility, and can ease purchasing decisions when shopping… Read More
Land Rover Reveals Range Rover Evoque Convertible 11.09.2015
Land Rover has revealed the newest member of the Range Rover family by transforming their popular Evoque into a convertible. The Range Rover Evoque Convertible combines the same distinctive design with a folding roof to create a luxury all-season convertible SUV. "Range Rover Evoque Convertible is a vehicle for all seasons. Its uniquely distinctive… Read More
Hyundai Announces all-new Luxury Brand 11.06.2015
Hyundai Motor has announced the launching of an all-new global luxury brand called Genesis. The brand will include a range of new luxury models, and will stand-alone from and operate alongside Hyundai Motor. “We have created this new Genesis brand with a complete focus on our customers who want smart ownership experiences that save time and effort, with… Read More
NHTSA to Update 5 Star Safety Rating to Include Automatic Emergency Braking 11.04.2015
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will update its 5 star safety rating system to include automatic emergency braking (AEB). “We are adding automatic emergency braking features to the 5-Star Rating System because crash-avoidance technologies can save lives and should be widely accessible,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary… Read More
EPA says 3.0-liter diesels are affected in VW, Porsche, and Audi 11.02.2015
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a second notice of violation of the Clean Air Act to Volkswagen Group. The EPA alleges that VW developed and installed a defeat device in certain VW, Audi and Porsche vehicles equipped with 3.0 liter engines for model years 2014 through 2016. This notice is following the September 18th violation… Read More
The Honda Clarity makes Global Debut 10.30.2015
The Honda Clarity made its global debut at the Tokyo Auto Show. The Clarity is a fuel cell vehicle that uses electricity to generate power to the vehicles motor. The Clarity Fuel Cell is a refreshed FCX Clarity with a 33% smaller fuel cell stack that turns hydrogen into electricity. The small fuel cell stack also produces the electricity 66% faster,… Read More
Volvo encourages California Residents to Drive Dirty 10.28.2015
As a movement that focuses water conservation in the midst of California’s current drought, Volvo Cars has announced #DrivingDirty. President and GM of Volvo San Diego, Steve Hinkle, has been contributing to water conservation efforts for some time now. Inspired by Hinkle’s efforts, Volvo is asking Californians and their neighbors to stop washing their… Read More
Should a Special License Be Required to Operate Self-Driving Vehicles? 10.26.2015
In May 2014 Google took the next step with its autonomous car technology by announcing their prototype of a self-driving vehicle. Edmunds are now citing that self-driving may change the way drivers obtain a traditional license, according to University of Michigan researchers. Researchers feel that a Graduated Driver Licensing approach is the best way to… Read More