Electrify Expo’s BJ Birtwell on the ways to win EV curious consumers (Episode 263)
The founder and CEO of the multi-city EV festival details the impact of a shift from early adopters to mass-market consumers and identifies counterintuitive ways to drive adoption of electric...
Science: Why different types of engines sound the way they do
Exhaust notes help give cars personalities, a trait that’s due to the different type of engines they have. Toyota has released a helpful explainer on why that is. It starts with the number of...
2025 BMW i5 electric sedan starts at $68,274
The 2025 BMW i5, the electric version of the 5-Series midsize luxury sedan, returns essentially unchanged for its second year on the market. The base price is $68,275, which includes a mandatory...
2025 Nissan Leaf is now cheaper than Versa economy car
Thanks to incentives, the 2025 Nissan Leaf is now the automaker’s cheapest model regardless of powertrain type, reports CarsDirect, undercutting the gasoline Versa economy car. The base 2025...
2025 Nissan Leaf is now cheaper than Versa economy car
Thanks to incentives, the 2025 Nissan Leaf is now the automaker’s cheapest model regardless of powertrain type, reports CarsDirect, undercutting the gasoline Versa economy car. The base 2025...
Rivian designs accessory system with removable hitch assembly
Rivian is looking to patent a vehicle accessory system that works like a trailer hitch. A Rivian patent application for this feature was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office...
Rivian designs accessory system with removable hitch assembly
Rivian is looking to patent a vehicle accessory system that works like a trailer hitch. A Rivian patent application for this feature was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office...
How to choose the best dog seat belt and car harness
When you whistle to man’s best friend with an invitation to go for a ride, don’t just let the dog climb into the car and sit unrestrained during the outing. That’s asking for...
How to choose the best dog seat belt and car harness
When you whistle to man’s best friend with an invitation to go for a ride, don’t just let the dog climb into the car and sit unrestrained during the outing. That’s asking for...
Rivian R2 charge port moves to left rear, like Tesla
Rivian confirmed rear left charge port location in upcoming R2 models That changes from plans on rear right for streetside charging and Rivian’s own networks R2 owners should have an easier time...
First Shift: New EV battery chemistries emerge
• New EV battery chemistries emerge • Auto suppliers slashing R&D • GM’s new HQ is taking shape • 2025 Acura RDX’s sporty...
VW ID.Buzz conversion vans brings good vibes into electric era
A camper conversion of the VW ID.Buzz is in the works Deliveries of the VW ID.Buzz conversion van will begin in November The camper conversion is being done by a third-party independent of VW A...
2025 Volvo EX90 price hiked $3,300, still missing features
The 2025 Volvo EX90 now costs $81,290 The updated pricing includes a $3,300 price increase due to material costs The 2025 Volvo EX90 is in production in South Carolina The 2025 Volvo EX90 has gotten...
The EV sales reality has settled in — and suppliers worry they’ll be left holding the bag
The sunny electric vehicle forecasts of past CAR Management Briefing Seminars gave way to a cloudier picture this year.
Marissa West leaves GM after 8 months as North American president
Rory Harvey has taken over management of North America, and Duncan Aldred is being promoted to vice president of commercial growth strategies and operations.
Panelists say treat talent recruitment like a supply chain to attract skilled workers
Recruiting and retaining top employees will require work by companies, schools and state policymakers, experts said at the 2024 CAR Management Briefing Seminars.
Acura teases concept previewing US-built EV on its own platform
Acura teased an electric SUV concept that will debut in Monterey next week The production version of the electric SUV concept will ride on Acura and Honda’s own BEV platform Acura will...
PHEVs and EVs outsold gas-powered cars in China in July
Electric cars and plug-in hybrids outsold non-hybrid internal-combustion cars in China—the world’s largest new-car market—in July, reports Reuters. Sales of plug-in cars increased...
Subaru Outback vs Subaru Crosstrek: Compare Crossover SUVs
The 2025 Subaru Outback and 2025 Subaru Crosstrek both channel the same kind of rugged crossover appeal, offering the layout and interior accommodations of a roomy hatchback or wagon, combined with...
Hurricane crate engines hit the market priced from $7,995
Stellantis aftermarket division Mopar has expanded its lineup of crate engines with the new Hurricane inline-6. The Hurricane is a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-6 that’s slowly making its...