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

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems: Toyota Prius Prime

This video clip highlighting the Toyota Prius Prime was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Nov. 27, 2023

Grenadier Quartermaster ‘Ready for Christmas’... in Europe

Ineos Automotive's big double-cab pickup starts production but U.S. customers must wait until New Year for deliveries.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 27, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Too Many BEVs? Or Not Enough of The Right Ones?

Battery-electric-vehicle inventories on dealer lots are high and demand has tapered. But underlying the slowdown in BEV sales is that we don’t have enough of the vehicles that consumers really want.

By Wards Staff • Nov. 27, 2023

Kazakhstan Looks to Become Vehicle-Production Center

Kia’s new assembly plant marks what Kazakh officials hope is the start of a flood of automotive investment in the country.

By Eugene Gerden • Nov. 22, 2023

2023 Ford Escape PHEV: Ready and Steady, But Not the Value It Once Was

The ’23 Ford Escape plug-in hybrid is a bridge to fully electrifying its crossover and SUV models.

By David Kiley • Nov. 22, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: Nissan Ariya

This video clip highlighting the Nissan Ariya was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Nov. 22, 2023

China Backs Battery Swap in Nio Partnership

Loss-making BEV disruptor helped in cost-cutting exercise with state-run entity.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 22, 2023

Lucid Gravity Shakes Up Luxe CUV Segment

Lucid Motors introduces Gravity CUV with a 440-mile range and a sticker price starting below $80,000.

By David Kiley • Nov. 21, 2023

AutoTech Europe: Connectivity, Subscriptions, UX and Mobility

Industry experts debate the latest trends in artificial intelligence, automated driving and connectivity at AutoTech Europe.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 20, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: LA Auto Show Still Mix of BEVs and Revs

The 2023 LA Auto Show reinforces that the internal-combustion engine is not dead yet, even in a sea of EVs.

By David Kiley • Nov. 20, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: Mercedes-AMG C 43

This video clip highlighting the Mercedes-AMG C 43 was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Nov. 20, 2023

Delivery Tracking Software Boosts Dealer Confidence

The software allows dealers to accurately predict deliveries, which boosts sales and satisfaction.

By Alysha Webb • Nov. 17, 2023

AutoTech Europe: The Software-Defined Vehicle

Auto experts hear how SDVs will lead the charge in securing market share in Europe.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 17, 2023

2025 Camry Goes 100% Hybrid in Electrification Era

Toyota updates its best-selling model, the Camry, with hybrid powertrains across the board.

By David Kiley • Nov. 15, 2023

Karma Automotive Seeks Cachet With BEV Hypercar

Karma Automotive will try to establish its business anew with an improved sport sedan and new 1,180-hp hypercar.

By David Kiley • Nov. 15, 2023

ExxonMobil Starts Construction on U.S. Lithium Mine for BEVs

Oil giant expects Arkansas mine to supply more than 1 million vehicles a year.

By Paul Myles • Nov. 14, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: Lucid Air Touring

This video clip highlighting the Lucid Air Touring was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Nov. 13, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Lots of Opportunities and Startups Around Commercial EVs

While interest in EVs has cooled among consumers, demand among commercial and government fleets remains strong

By David Kiley • Nov. 13, 2023

BEV Manufacturer Rivian Optimistic Despite Q3 Loss

CEO R.J. Scaringe says Rivian’s amended agreement with Amazon, which owns a 20% stake in the BEV maker, gives the start-up the opportunity to sell commercial vans to other customers.

By Joseph Szczesny • Nov. 13, 2023

2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: Hyundai Ioniq 6

This video clip highlighting the Hyundai Ioniq 6 was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

Nov. 9, 2023