Colorado will adopt California’s zero-emission vehicle mandate to boost EV sales
Colorado will implement California's zero-emission vehicle mandate, which requires automakers to sell certain amounts of electric cars, plug-in hybrids, or hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles, for the 2023 model year. Automakers will also be able to get credits that can be applied toward the Colorado targets.
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid first drive review
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid is a jack of all trades. It can silently cruise through city centers on electric power, keep occupants comfortable on highway slogs, or attack corners like a sports car. It’s a welcome addition to the redesigned third-generation Porsche Cayenne lineup.
2020 Cadillac XT6 first drive review
The 2020 Cadillac XT6 is a belated entry into a very popular market segment. While it appeals to broader audience than Cadillac’s sports sedans, the XT6 also feels like a placeholder. The new Cadillac has plenty of tech and interior space, but its parts never add up to a convincing whole.
Fisker wants to make sure Tesla’s Model Y isn’t in a class of one when it lands
Fisker Inc. plans to launch an electric SUV with a base price of under $40,000, and a range of around 300 miles in 2021. The unnamed vehicle could compete with the Tesla Model Y, if it ever gets into production. Fisker is also developing the EMotion, with solid-state batteries and a 500-mile range.
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 is a small luxury crossover your smartphone will love
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 gets a minor styling refresh that hides significant changes under the skin. Cadillac added a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, as well as more phone connectivity tech. The 2020 Cadillac XT5 goes on sale later this summer. Pricing starts at $45,090 for a base front-wheel drive Luxury model.
GM autonomous vehicle chief engineer wants to make disabled access a priority
Self-driving cars could help give disabled people more mobility, Kristy Rasbach, General Motors' chief engineer for autonomous vehicles, believes. But GM is still in the very early stages of learning how to do that. The first GM autonomous cars will likely be deployed in ridesharing services.
Audi’s latest suspension system can help protect you during a crash
The Audi A8 is getting a more sophisticated adaptive suspension system for the European market. The system can raise or lower the body in a fraction of a second, improving ride, handling, and even safety, according to Audi. It's unclear if the U.S.-market Audi A8 will get the system as well.
Cadillac’s new 2020 CT5 sedan lets you Super Cruise across America
The 2020 Cadillac CT5 proves the General Motors-owned luxury brand still cares about sedans. Introduced at the 2019 New York Auto Show, it's optionally available with Cadillac's Super Cruise technology and a lineup of turbocharged engines. The CT5 more or less replaces the CTS in Cadillac's model range.
Formula E races aren’t just exciting, they’re driving EV tech into the future
Formula E made its annual trip to the Big Apple, showing just how far the all-electric racing series has come. The second-generation electric cars have more power and range, and look pretty cool as well. The racing is exciting to watch and continues pushing electric-car tech to the limit.
Lotus Evija electric supercar is bursting with cutting-edge tech
The Lotus Evija is the latest in a steadily-growing crop of electric supercars. Lotus is aiming for 2,000 horsepower, with the fastest-charging battery of any electric car so far. Lotus plans to start production in 2020, and will only build 130 cars. Production is scheduled to start in 2020.
2020 Honda Insight hybrid returns for its sophomore year largely unchanged
The 2020 Honda Insight returns rolls into the new model year without any major changes. That's to be expected, as Honda only introduced the 52-mpg hybrid sedan for the 2019 model year. The Insight has taken many forms over the years, but the current version is based on the Honda Civic sedan.
2020 Buick Enclave three-row crossover will give you a back massage
The 2020 Buick Enclave gets a number of small updates, including massaging front seats and a new infotainment system compatible with SiriusXM's 360L streaming service. The updated Buick Enclave goes on sale later this summer. Buick claims crossovers like the Enclave make up 90% of its sales.
Volkswagen and Ford confirm partnership on electric cars, autonomous driving
Volkswagen and Ford have confirmed a major tech-sharing deal. It will give Ford access to VW's MEB platform, which will underpin many of the German automaker's future electric cars. VW will also invest in Ford-backed autonomous-driving startup Argo A.I. The Ford MEB electric car launches in 2023.
