Porsche Reveals Interior of 2024 Macan BEV

Three displays and an optional augmented reality head-up display are among a raft of new features on the Porsche Macan.

By Greg Kable • Dec. 14, 2023

Chevy’s Latest Blazes Brand’s BEV Trail

The ’24 Chevrolet Blazer EV represents another piece of General Motors’ battery-electric-vehicle strategy, giving it an entry in the popular midsize CUV segment. On sale since summer, with more trim levels in the pipeline, the Blazer EV shows off the flexibility of GM’s Ultium system.

By Bob Gritzinger • Dec. 13, 2023

EVs Give Dealerships a Head Start at Service

Training and customer bases give dealers the edge in EV repair and maintenance.

By David Thomas • Dec. 13, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Lotus Creative Chief Talks Transformation of a British Legend

WardsAuto Podcast Host David Kiley talks with Lotus Cars Chief Creative Officer Ben Payne about transforming the Lotus brand to EVs and CUVs.

By Wards Staff • Dec. 11, 2023

Marelli Joins the Hydrogen Rush

Marelli enters the hydrogen fuel cell business with the first system the global supplier is offering to OEMs.

By David Kiley • Dec. 8, 2023

Optimizing Lot Management With Advanced Connected-Vehicle Data

Connected-vehicle data is enabling fleets and dealerships to harness the power of predictive analytics.

By Kapil Arora • Dec. 8, 2023

More Than Half London’s Black Cabs Electrified

Taxi maker claims huge CO2 reduction for its battery and gas-fueled-generator TX model.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 7, 2023

Talking Robot Delivers Christmas Presents in Helsinki

Autonomous electric wheeled bot designed to meet demand for last-mile parcel deliveries this festive season.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 7, 2023

Generative AI’s Impact on the Automobile Industry‘s Future

Already used in design and planning, Generative AI also can facilitate improvements in production, driver assistance, customer service and more.

By Thomas Mueller • Dec. 7, 2023

BEVs Spark Surge of New Grades of Plastics

Although BEVs lack internal-combustion engines, they still have to manage heat. BEVs are filled with cables and electrical components that generate heat because of electrical resistance.

By Al Greenwood • Dec. 6, 2023

Suzuki Unveils Fourth-Gen Swift

Popular super-mini launches with 1.2L 3-cyl. mild hybrid powertrain.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 6, 2023

Two New Models Bode Well for Burgeoning Corvette Brand

The E-Ray and the 670-hp Z06 are monumental steps that promise to move the burgeoning Corvette brand forward.

By Drew Winter • Dec. 6, 2023

Ways to Save the Future of Robo-taxis

Artificial-intelligence algorithms, trained through rigorous testing, can analyze a self-driving car’s data and tackle the most complex driving scenarios.

By Marie Hattar • Dec. 5, 2023

Canadian Start-up EV Electra Obtains Rights to Emily GT

The electric sedan developed by a group of former Saab engineers is planned to see production under new ownership.

By Greg Kable • Dec. 5, 2023

Toshiba Targets BEVs With Latest Battery Management Device

Electronics giant claims to halve device requirement, saving weight and production costs.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 4, 2023

BMW Takes iX5 Hydrogen Vehicle on ‘World Tour’

Driving the iX5 hydrogen concept felt similar to a high-powered BEV such as the Lucid Air or Kia EV6 GT. Handling was similar to a gas-powered BMW 5-Series, which is to say it was very responsive.

By Tanya Gazdik • Dec. 4, 2023

Mahle Chosen As Standard Bearer for Wireless BEV Charging

SAE selects the Tier 1 supplier's inductive charging technology as the industry standard setter.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 30, 2023

Hyundai, Kia Unveil In-Wheel BEV Powertrain

While not a unique solution, the Uni Wheel could be first to the mass market.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 30, 2023

Auto Reliability Rankings Reflect EV Growing Pains

EV makers “need some time to work out the bugs,” says Consumer Reports’ chief automotive tester Jake Fisher.

By Steve Finlay • Nov. 29, 2023

Lotus Rolls Out Branded Fast-Chargers in Europe

Branded charging units offering multi-vehicle simultaneous charging are targeting business users.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 29, 2023

V2X the Missing Link to Full Autonomy

Ignoring vehicle-to-infrastructure connectivity is holding back driverless technology development.

By Roma Nazarov • Nov. 29, 2023

Radical Performance Electric SUV Breaks Cover

Start-up brand Callum attempts to shake up the radical off-roader scene.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 29, 2023

2024 Toyota Tacoma Equipped to Maintain Dominance

The '24 Toyota Tacoma, redesigned for the first time in over a decade, is geared up to maintain its lead over the Detroit 3 automakers in the midsize pickup segment.

By David Kiley • Nov. 29, 2023

Paris Plans Heavy Parking Penalties for Big SUVs and BEVs

The move aims to protect the city's ancient streets from needlessly oversized passenger vehicles.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 29, 2023

Volvo EX30: Less is More (For Much Less)

Volvo’s newest, smallest, and least-expensive crossover SUV EV is also the brand’s quickest.

By Ron Sessions • Nov. 27, 2023