Discussions on topics of interest to drivers concerning things they may not understand about their vehicles as well as articles on the future of the auto industry.
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Lithium use Two weeks ago, we reported on Karma Automotive, Inc. and Factorial, Inc. announcing the launch of the first solid-state battery production program in the US for passenger vehicles, batteries that will use lithium metal. Going over a white paper from Factorial line by line failed to adequately address how the volatile metal is …
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GM recalls The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported two General Motors recalls that concern a transmission control valve that may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up. Recall ids 26V083000 and 26V085000 impact a total of 44,787 vehicles. Recall 26V083000 is a second round for 1,055 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and …
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Chinese autos CNN reports that Donald Trump has hinted at a path to Chinese auto makers selling vehicles in the US. The country has access to Canada’s auto market but US tariffs and national security concerns are currently major impediments. But, in a speech in January at the Economic Club of Detroit, he said “If …
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King Crab GMC‘s Hummer gave us CrabWalk mode, and now adds an enhancement the company calls King Crab mode. In CrabWalk (right), the rear wheels are turned at the same angle as the front wheels, which enables the vehicle to move diagonally. Also, the mode can be engaged at speeds less than 2 km/h (1.2 …
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Auto start/stop The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a new rule finalized in February 2026 that eliminates all “off-cycle credits”, which includes credits tied to auto stop/start systems. But it’s important that the system in question is properly understood. Off-cycle credits First a word on off-cycle credits. These are systems innovative, energy-saving technologies …
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Solid-state battery Karma Automotive, Inc. and Factorial, Inc. have announced the launch of the first solid-state battery production program in the United States for passenger vehicles. The pair will integrate Factorial’s FEST® battery technology into Karma’s next-generation vehicle platform, beginning with the all-electric Karma Kaveya super-coupe scheduled to arrive on American roads in late 2027. …
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The Ray Highway, a Vehicle to Everything project, to go national
Vehicle to Everything Since 2019, The Ray Highway has served as a proving ground for transportation innovation. Now, that Public-Private-Philanthropic Partnership (P4) between the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), The Ray, and an expansive Vehicle to Everything (V2X) ecosystem of technology partners and roadway users, will advance to the national stage. The Federal Highway Administration …
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