Author: Jason Cooper
Genesis Details Hybrid Plans and Bold Concept Car Strategy
Genesis says its approach to growth is centered on design innovation, multiple powertrain options, and expanding its brand identity rather than relying solely on sales volume. In an interview with Autoblog, Genesis North America Chief Operating Officer Tedros Mengiste outlined how the luxury automaker is using concept vehicles, upcoming hybrid models, and a broad product…
Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Revives the Manual With New Tech
Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale marks the return of a manual transmission in a limited-production model, but with an unconventional approach. The new Manuale-By-Wire system delivers a traditional driving experience while using the first six ratios of an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, combining analog-style controls with modern technology. Ferrari Introduces the 12Cilindri Manuale After previously appearing reluctant to…
Tesla Launches Model Y L in US With Three Rows at $61,990
Tesla has officially launched the Tesla Model Y L in the United States and Puerto Rico, introducing its stretched three-row, six-seat SUV as a new “Launch Series” model. The vehicle became configurable online on Thursday with a starting price of $61,990, placing it above Tesla’s own Model Y Performance and its two primary three-row electric…
Ford Michigan Battery Plant Begins Production With CATL Technology
Ford has officially begun battery production at its long-awaited Michigan battery plant, marking a significant milestone for the project. The facility is now manufacturing lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery packs using technology licensed from China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL), following the completion of construction. Production Begins at Ford’s Michigan Battery Facility CATL Vice President Meng…
Audi Declares the Global Car Era Dead to Speed Up Production
Audi has officially decided that the one-size-fits-all global car is a dead idea, shifting its focus toward building vehicles tailored specifically for its biggest separate markets. Company executives argue that engineering a single vehicle to satisfy every global market at once no longer adds up, prompting a strategic pivot to design separate models shaped around…
Nissan Q2 Sales Rise 10.2% as Rogue and Sentra Drive Growth
Nissan posted a strong second quarter in the United States, with sales climbing 10.2% to 230,443 vehicles as the automaker extended its streak of year-over-year retail sales growth to 16 consecutive months. The gains were led by the Rogue and Sentra, while Infiniti’s results remained nearly unchanged despite a changing lineup. Nissan Group Records Strong…
Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition II Adds Performance at a Lower Price
The Volkswagen Golf R Black Edition II has debuted in Japan as a limited-edition model that combines exclusive styling with factory-installed performance upgrades. Limited to 500 units, the special edition includes an Akrapovic titanium exhaust system and the Performance Pack while carrying a price that is lower than the U.S. version of the Golf R.…
New NHTSA Proposal Could Remove Brake Pedal Rules for Driverless Vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed eliminating the federal requirement for manual brake controls in vehicles designed to operate exclusively with automated driving systems. If adopted, the change would remove a key regulatory barrier for purpose-built autonomous vehicles while maintaining existing braking performance standards through alternative testing methods. NHTSA Proposes New Rules…
2027 Kia Niro Debuts With New Tech as Hybrid Lineup Shrinks
The 2027 Kia Niro arrives with updated styling, upgraded technology, and additional driver-assistance features while retaining its hybrid powertrain. However, Kia is discontinuing the plug-in hybrid and all-electric versions, leaving the refreshed Niro available exclusively as a hybrid model when sales begin this summer. 2027 Kia Niro Receives Exterior Updates The refreshed Niro builds on…
Kia Posts Record June Sales as Hybrid Demand Surges
Kia America recorded its best June sales ever and achieved its highest first-half sales total on record, delivering 70,507 vehicles in June and 430,727 vehicles during the first six months of the year. The automaker credited strong consumer demand for hybrids and expects additional momentum from upcoming model launches. Record June and First-Half Sales for…
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