Vehicle depreciation overview A significant factor to consider when purchasing a new car is depreciation. This is a measure of the reduction in a vehicle’s value over time, starting immediately after purchase from the dealership. Several factors such as cost of ownership, market demand, maintenance and repair costs can affect resale value, but a high-purchase-price […]
U.S. House Passes Bipartisan Bill Requiring AM Radio Access in New Vehicles
The United States House of Representatives has approved the bi-partisan bill, AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, which has been introduced under the bill number H.R. 979. This bill is aimed at ensuring that AM broadcast radio is available in all new cars. The legislation passed via voice vote when rules were suspended and had […]
Stellantis Evaluates Moving Heavy Duty Ram Pickup Production Back to Michigan
The automaker plans to evaluate whether it makes sense to shift production of the heavy-duty Ram pickup from Mexico to Saltillo, Mexico, to Saltillo, Michigan, according to those familiar. The move would be part of a North American vehicle footprint study that would examine whether to alter the automaker’s supply chain and assembly plans for […]
10 Niche and Emerging Automotive Brands You Need to Know
Automotive manufacturers on a much bigger scale As big as these manufacturing companies are, there are also some very interesting, smaller and less well-known companies that manufacture some very niche vehicles, or have a particular focus on great engineering, cool styling and very particular markets. Smaller manufacturing companies might not produce cars in such vast […]
A Deep Dive into Iconic British Classic Cars and Mid-Engined Marvels
British motoring history is full of passion, creativity, engineering that pushed boundaries, and exceptional cars that still turn heads today. In the late 1960s to early 1970s the British seemed especially interested in the mid-engined concept, and produced some unusual show cars and sports cars to prove it. They showed what can be achieved when […]
What Happens to Old Electric Car Batteries: Second-Life Applications, Recycling Technologies, and Industry Regulations
The electric mobility revolution is ushering in big changes in transportation. But as electric vehicles become more ubiquitous, a question is emerging: what happens to those high-voltage EV batteries when they’ve got plenty of life left, but are no longer capable of providing the storage capacity that a vehicle requires? Once those battery packs now […]
Classic Japanese Kei Cars That Defined Urban Mobility and Microcar Culture
There’s a certain magic about JDM kei cars (small, economical cars) in the car world. Developed in post-war Japan due to gasoline prices, resource shortages, and massive material restrictions, they were built as close to the ground as possible with a tiny engine far below the 1.0-liter capacity. The small size allowed them to be […]
Analyzing Ten High-Speed Machines and Velocity Record Holders from Around the Globe
High-performance mechanics and meticulous engineering have driven machines to surpass 1000 miles per hour in land, water and air, from space and defense, to rail and vertical transportation. Whether a production hypercar, military aircraft, or specialised boat, coaster, train or spacecraft, sheer horsepower is only part of the equation for reaching ‘breaking’ speeds. The other […]
Acura Pauses MDX Type S Production Amid EPA Regulatory Uncertainty
Acura has officially announced that its hotly anticipated high performance MDX Type S crossover will be taking a break after the 2026 model year. In North American production, the 355 horsepower midsize flagship SUV will be unavailable for the foreseeable future until Acura determines when it might be revived. Acura did not provide any indication […]
Automakers Press U.S. Officials for Permanent Restrictions on Chinese Vehicle Imports
The U.S. auto industry finds itself at the center of a critical debate over how Chinese vehicles, connected-vehicle technology and Chinese-supported auto manufacturing should be treated in America. Multiple large automotive trade associations have asked Congress to extend and expand restrictions, saying permanent statutory protections could solve economic, manufacturing and national-security issues. The Alliance for […]