Author: Martin Banks

Martin Banks is the managing editor at Modded and a regular contributor to sites like the National Motorists Association, Survivopedia, Family Handyman and Industry Today. Whether it’s an in-depth article about aftermarket options for EVs or a step-by-step guide to surviving an animal bite in the wilderness, there are few subjects that Martin hasn’t covered.
Business US News

Detroit Automakers, Union to Negotiate Amid EV Pressures and Tariff Tensions

Detroit stands as the beating heart of the American automobile industry. As negotiations on new labor contracts loom, automakers and unions alike are grappling with the complexities of a transitioning industry. From the rise of electric cars to shifting trade norms, various factors are set to influence the outcome of these discussions. The negotiations are […]

Autos World News

China’s Electric Cars Fuel Record-Breaking Export Surge

China’s automobile industry has seen one of the most significant structural shifts in modern times. Both in terms of the domestic market and in terms of China’s international car exports. While domestic car manufacturers continue to fight for survival in China’s lucrative and competitive market, they are also looking to sell their products elsewhere. The […]

Politics US News

Congress Reviews Sweeping Rollback of Vehicle Emission Standards

As lawmakers, regulators, industry leaders, and environmental groups consider how federal control should evolve, the fate of vehicle emissions policy in the United States is on the verge of change. In the coming years, a set of congressional hearings and legislation are now defining the discussion on vehicle greenhouse gas emissions. The heart of these […]

Autos US News

Polestar’s U.S. Exit: A Look at the Cars and Deals Left Behind

The electric vehicle industry moves quickly, but even by its standards, Polestar’s decision to leave the U.S. market is a major development. Known for its Scandinavian styling, premium interiors, and performance-focused electric vehicles, the Swedish automaker had steadily built a loyal following among American buyers. News that the company will stop selling new vehicles in […]

Autos US News

Kia Recalls 463,000 Tellurides Over Potential Seat Motor Fire Risk

Vehicle recalls are an important aspect of automotive safety, as they assure that manufacturers remediate defects before they cause serious problems. While many recalls entail only minor fixes, some pose an immediate risk to both drivers and passengers and the surrounding infrastructure. Kia’s recent recall of hundreds of thousands of Telluride SUVs requires owners to […]

World News

Mercedes-AMG’s Electric CLA 45: A 671bhp Four-Pot Impersonator

For perhaps the largest automotive shift in history, electric performance vehicles are becoming faster, smarter and ultimately, more enticing than they have ever been. And to that end, Mercedes-AMG has entered into this exciting new phase with the completely electric CLA 45 an automobile which challenges everything one might expect of a performance sedan. While […]

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