Thieves often target the wheels and tires of cars and trucks for theft. Ford has announced the development of a new higher security locking lug nut that uses 3D printing technology. The wheel lock can be made using a voiceprint of the driver, saying something at least a second long. The voiceprint … [Read more...] about Ford 3D Printed Lugnuts Use The Driver’s Voice
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Chevy engineer claims impressive fuel economy for C8 Corvette
The Chevy Corvette C8 is an impressive car and marks the first time that the Vette has been a mid-engine offering. This revolutionary design shift has not only enhanced the car's performance but also its overall driving dynamics. The car has a long list of very impressive features, including … [Read more...] about Chevy engineer claims impressive fuel economy for C8 Corvette
TDF-1 is an F1 car that you can own
There are all sorts of track-only cars out there today that those with a large enough bank account can own. The TDF-1 seen here may be the king of that heap. It's built by a company known as Tour De Force Engineering, which specializes in restoring and maintaining old F1 cars. Design and … [Read more...] about TDF-1 is an F1 car that you can own
Toyota recalls 3.4 million vehicles for defective airbags
Toyota announced this week that it would issue a recall on 3.4 million vehicles globally because of an electrical issue. This significant recall is due to a critical electrical problem that could prevent the airbags from deploying in an accident, posing a serious safety risk to drivers and … [Read more...] about Toyota recalls 3.4 million vehicles for defective airbags
AIWAYS U5 EV SUV coming at Geneva Motor Show
Aiways has announced that they will be showing off a new all electric SUV at the Geneva Motor Show, the AIWAYS U5 EV. The new AIWAYS U5 EV will gon on sale in April 2020, so basically the production version of the car will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. AIWAYS will become the first Chinese … [Read more...] about AIWAYS U5 EV SUV coming at Geneva Motor Show
2020 Jeep North Editions Take On Winter Conditions
Jeep has announced some special edition models that slot into the North Edition range. The North Edition rides are designed to take on tough winter conditions. They include winter performance tires, remote start, heated steering wheels, and seats. The Wrangler, Gladiator, Renegade, Compass, Grand … [Read more...] about 2020 Jeep North Editions Take On Winter Conditions
Cruise Origin self driving vehicle unveiled
General Motors self driving car company Cruise has unveiled its first autonomous vehicle, the Cruise Origin. The vehicle is electric powered and it has been designed to be completely different to vehicles on the road at the moment, there is no steering wheel or anything that would be used by a … [Read more...] about Cruise Origin self driving vehicle unveiled
2020 Mahindra Roxor gets a new grille
Mahindra ran afoul of the FCA legal team with the past generation Roxor side-by-side because it had a grille that was a rip-off of the grille used on some Jeep models. Mahindra is back with a new version of its vehicle for 2020, and it has a new grille that it is hoping will stop FCA. Design and … [Read more...] about 2020 Mahindra Roxor gets a new grille
Trials of self driving transport pods start in the UK
Self-driving transport pods are being tested out in the UK, the vehicles which can be seen above are being tested out in Bristol. These autonomous vehicles use a range of sensors which include radar and vision processing, and they are capable of spotting people and objects in front of them. The … [Read more...] about Trials of self driving transport pods start in the UK
First 2020 Corvette sells for $3 million
Chevrolet made a significant gesture by donating the very first production 2020 Corvette Stingray to charity. This iconic car was auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson, one of the most prestigious auction houses in the automotive world. The proceeds from this auction were directed to the Detroit … [Read more...] about First 2020 Corvette sells for $3 million
Audi is investing 100 Million Euros in electric charging
Audi has big plans for electric vehicles and now the company has announced that it is investing 100 million euros in electric charging at its own sites. The company will create more than 4,500 electric charging points and these will be at Audi's own sites like its main production plant and … [Read more...] about Audi is investing 100 Million Euros in electric charging
Toyota invests $394 million in flying car company Joby Aviation
Toyota has announced that it has made a major investment of $394 million in flying car company Joby Aviation. As well as the investment Toyota will also be helping Joby Aviation with the manufacturing and development of their eVTOL aircraft. Air transportation has been a long-term goal for … [Read more...] about Toyota invests $394 million in flying car company Joby Aviation
