Digital Twin Tech Targets Vulnerable Road Users

Digital twin development claims better cyclist, pedestrian ADAS using 5G connectivity.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 23, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Parsing 2023 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winners

On the WardsAuto Podcast, the judges of the 2023 Wards 10 Best Engine & Propulsion Systems give readers and listeners behind-the-scenes details about their choices.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 23, 2023

Can Car Dealers Trust AI?

“Right now, artificial intelligence is in no way a standalone tool” for replying to customer reviews, says Widewail CEO Matt Murray.

By Steve Finlay • Oct. 23, 2023

Quebec Battery Gigaplant to Expand Canada’s EV Footprint

The C$7 billion Northvolt battery project will attract significant government subsidies.

By Keith Nuthall • Oct. 23, 2023

Rising Tides of Demand: NOES Metals and the Global EV Industry’s Urgency

In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "Rising Tides of Demand: NOES Metals and the Global EV Industry's Urgency" Ron Hesse speaks with Lisa Reisman, CEO of MetalMiner, which serves as the leading metal market price intelligence brand.

Oct. 23, 2023

DS First European Automaker to Push AI into Vehicles

DS Automobiles claims European first in bringing Microsoft's ChatGPT into its infotainment suite.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 20, 2023

Turmoil and Turbulence in the Powertrain Business

ICE vehicles will still represent 57% of the global car parc in 2050, including hybrids. So, synthetic fuels could play a major role in decarbonizing the fleet.

By John McElroy • Oct. 20, 2023

How Generative AI Is Impacting Auto Lending Compliance

For auto dealers and lenders, the regulatory focus on AI means more scrutiny of your lending operations for unfairness and discrimination, whether you use AI or not.

By Tom Oscherwitz • Oct. 19, 2023

Cruise Investigated After Driverless Robotaxi Injures Pedestrian

NHTSA is investigating four incidents involving Cruise autonomous vehicles and pedestrians in San Francisco.

By Dan Zukowski | Automotive Dive • Oct. 18, 2023

U.S Names Hydrogen Hubs to Help Convert Heavy Trucks to Fuel Cells

The U.S. government has identified hydrogen hubs that will be built across the country to drive adoption of fuel cells for heavy trucks, replacing most diesel.

By David Kiley • Oct. 18, 2023

Omoda Brings Flagship BEV to Europe Next Year

Another Chinese electric-vehicle maker targets the European market with its premium product.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 16, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Automakers Are All In on BEVs, But Dealers Aren’t

By the middle of the next decade, two-thirds of new-vehicle sales will be battery-electric-vehicles if current government mandates stay in place, but dealers are not willingly going along with that plan.

By Wards Staff • Oct. 16, 2023

2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Tackles Ruts and Rough Terrain

Subaru is boosting its off-road chops with the '24 Crosstrek Wilderness.

By David Kiley • Oct. 16, 2023

Hydrogen Truckmaker Reveals Flexible Modular Platform

UK hydrogen fuel-cell truck company unveils new modular heavy-duty vehicle platform claiming up to 370-mile refuel range.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 13, 2023

The Economic Renaissance of the EV Movement

Here's what dealers should know about the revolution of EVs.

By Stephanie Valdez Streaty • Oct. 13, 2023

Blown Away: BMW’s 3.0L I-6 Impresses with Turbo Power

BMW returns to our list with its powerful and responsive S58 twin-turbo inline 6-cyl. in the M2 coupe.

By Bob Gritzinger • Oct. 13, 2023

Mustang Dark Horse 5.0L V-8 is Dark Horse No More

Ford earns kudos for bringing one more V-8 blast to the party without resorting to turbos or superchargers.

By Drew Winter • Oct. 12, 2023

Honda Accord Hybrid: Fun, Fast and Frugal

Several Wards judges found themselves comparing the Accord Hybrid’s acceleration to that of an electric vehicle – that is to say, jackrabbit-quick.

By Jim Irwin • Oct. 11, 2023

DS Launches Armored Car with Presidential Level Protection

With global conflict on the rise, DS sees a market for armored premium vehicles.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 10, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: EVs and Driving L4 Autonomous Vehicles

The rapid adoption of battery-electric vehicles is ushering in a new era of autonomous driving.

By David Kiley • Oct. 10, 2023

Lucid Air’s Dual Motors Tough to Beat

The upstart automaker’s luxury sedan continues to boast some of the best specs and real-world performance in the BEV sector, with eye-popping motor output thanks to progressive engineering.

By Christie Schweinsberg • Oct. 10, 2023

Brit Electrification Specialist Plans Off-Highway Hybrid Powertrain With Perkins

The powertrain is expected to be capable of running on multiple lower-carbon intensity fuels such as bio-methanol, e-fuels or zero-carbon fuels such as hydrogen.

By Paul Myles • Oct. 9, 2023

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 V-8: Dinosaur, Fully Evolved

The Z06 engine is jam-packed with engineering innovation and technology, and no matter what mode you drive in, the Corvette is a blast.

By David Zoia • Oct. 9, 2023

Dodge Hornet R/T: Pizzazz in PHEV Package

Snappy electric drive augmented by gas-powered range and a compelling and handy CUV design makes the ’24 Dodge Hornet R/T a worthy winner.

By David Kiley • Oct. 6, 2023

Why Dealers Should View Almost Everyone as Possible EV Buyers

Despite their different preferences and priorities, someone seeking another ICE vehicle may consider switching to an EV when presented with the right option.

By Eric Linder • Oct. 6, 2023