CES News: Autonomous Driving Evolves in Vegas
CES has always been about tech, even thought automobiles have become a bigger part of the show in recent years. The hyper-intersection of auto and tech is the autonomous vehicle (AV).
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CES News: Sony Creates Car To Demonstrate Tech
Sony, 27 minutes into its CES press conference, instead of showing the PlayStation 5, introduced the Vision-S, a driveable EV showcasing Sony technology.
Interview: Batteries Are the Problem/Battery Management Is the Solution
Batteries are where the discussion starts—and often ends–whenever the future of electric cars is the subject.
News: Wards Names 2020’s 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems
The 2020 Wards 10 Best Engines list, which was honed down from 26 nominees, includes four electrified powertrains, including Hyundai’s 150-kilowatt electric drive for the Kona EV and the Honda Accord Hybrid’s 2.0-liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine.
First Ride: 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire
At the 2019 Long Beach International Motorcycle Show, I was given the opportunity to take the 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire on a short demo ride.
Tech: How to Get the Most Mileage out of Your Hybrid
Hybrid cars get excellent mileage, with some models capping out around 59 mpg on the highway. How can you get the most out of your hybrid and maximize your investment?
Road Test: 2019 Nissan Leaf SV Plus EV
This year Nissan offers two versions of the Leaf. The standard model, which was all-new in 2018, has a 150-mile all-electric driving range; new for 2019, the Leaf Plus can go up to 226 miles.
Tech: 3 Ways Next-Generation Glass is Reducing Auto Carbon Footprint
OEMs are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to making their vehicles more eco-friendly, and next-generation glass is providing them with some unique solutions and opportunities.
Interview: Toyota and Lexus: Autonomous Driving Advancements
We had the special opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at one company’s progress when we sat down with Nathan Kokus, mobility and technology communications manager at Toyota.
Analysis: The Trouble with the Tesla Network
Tesla isn’t likely to succeed in the ride-hailing market, and fighting what is sure to be an uphill battle is an expensive proposition.