Nikola Lithium-ion Battery Fires Part of Growing Threat?

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Electric truck maker Nikola has seen its second vehicle fire this week being blamed on overheating lithium-ion batteries.One if its semi-tru...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 11, 2023

EV Revolution Expands Canada Auto Sector Beyond Ontario

Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Assn., says a key benefit to Canada is the country’s inclusion in EV-sourcing requirements written into the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act:

By Keith Nuthall • Sept. 8, 2023

Polestar 2 Offers Improved Range, Performance With RWD

A change to rear-wheel drive for the single-motor version (priced from $49,900) and a rear-bias for the dual-motor version (from $55,300) means both vehicles have more sports car-like handling.

By Tanya Gazdik • Sept. 8, 2023

Lotus Debuts First Four-Door BEV Sportster

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Lotus has revealed its first BEV four-door sports gran tourer boasting a fast-charge capability of 93 miles of range from just five minutes ...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 8, 2023

UK Motorists Stick to ICE Fearing BEV Obsolescence

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Fear over jumping too soon into BEV technology is, for many UK motorists, delaying the decision to switch from ICE powered vehicles.A survey...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 7, 2023

Williams Unveils Hyper-Hydrogen Hybrid Powertrain

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.A hydrogen fuel cell hybrid powered hyper-car has been unveiled by the engineering wing of the Williams Formula One racing organization aime...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 6, 2023

Toyota Claims Powertrain Breakthrough with Hydrogen Hilux

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Toyota claims to have reached a milestone in advancing hydrogen fuel-cell technology with its British built prototype Hilux unveiled in the ...

By Paul Myles • Sept. 5, 2023

Mini Unveils Future – BEV and ICE – Models

Mini’s global ambitions mean the brand will continue to produce internal-combustion models alongside its growing portfolio of battery-electric vehicles.

By Greg Kable • Sept. 1, 2023

Using Smart Transportation Data to Make Roads Safer

Zero traffic deaths won’t be achieved with a one-size-fits-all solution. That’s where smart transportation data comes into play. Every city, road and highway needs to be evaluated uniquely.

By Nat Gale • Aug. 30, 2023

Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Spicy, Saucy

Alfa Romeo launches the ’24 Tonale PHEV as an electrified prelude to five BEVs coming by 2027 when the brand's lineup will be 100% electric.

By David Kiley and Bob Gritzinger • Aug. 30, 2023

Audi Set to Take Wraps Off Q6 e-tron’s Futuristic Cockpit

The Audi Q6 e-tron’s new E3 electronics architecture allows the vehicle to integrate into the customer’s personal digital devices by offering a constantly updating personal infotainment and connectivity experience.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 29, 2023

Infrastructure Challenges Facing Widespread EV Adoption

The buildout of infrastructure in coastal regions versus the lack of access in mid-America shows EVs cannot achieve widespread adoption until the scales are balanced.

By Scott Farr • Aug. 29, 2023

Dealers Can Boost BEV Satisfaction With Customer Training

A J.D. Power study reports advanced technology frustrates buyers.

By Nancy Dunham • Aug. 29, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Shock and Change in BEV Era

Culture shock and change within the auto industry has to be managed with care in the transition to electrification, says industry consultant Jan Griffiths of Gravitas Detroit.

By Wards Staff • Aug. 28, 2023

Automakers Challenged by Open Source ADAS

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Very often, the hot ADAS solution of the moment is one created in-house by a talented group of developers.That stands to reason, because som...

By Eric Volkman • Aug. 25, 2023

Vehicle-Owner Satisfaction Rebounds From Pre-Pandemic Lows

Toyota leads all mass-market brands in owner satisfaction in the ACSI study for 2022-2023, with its Lexus luxury marque tied atop the luxury list with Tesla.

By Wards Staff • Aug. 22, 2023

BEV Era Could Produce Potholes Aplenty

Amidst a national scourge of potholes, a U.K. study warns of worsening road conditions from BEVs.

By David Kiley • Aug. 22, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: A Talk With Karma Automotive CEO Marques McCammon

Karma Automotive CEO Marques McCammon says growing the company will root itself in the super-luxury space in the EV era.

By Wards Staff • Aug. 21, 2023

Hitachi Astemo Formed to Be Stronger Supplier of Both ICE and BEV Businesses

Hitachi Astemo was formed from four Japanese suppliers and is poised to chase both battery-electric and internal-combustion vehicle business.

By Joe Szczesny • Aug. 21, 2023

Michigan Start-Up Our Next Energy Mixing a Better Battery

Our Next Energy says its lithium iron phosphate battery pack is approaching widely used nickel cobalt manganese batteries in terms of energy density, and already surpasses them in terms of durability and safety.

By Joseph Szczesny • Aug. 18, 2023

Battle Lines Drawn over Automotive Data Collection

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.As July came to a close, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) announced that it was launching a review of the data protection reg...

By Eric Volkman • Aug. 17, 2023

Mahle To Unveil ‘Perfect’ BEV Motor at IAA

Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.Mahle is claiming to have created the “perfect” electric motor for future BEVs.The motor combines two crucial developments in modern electri...

By Paul Myles • Aug. 16, 2023

Despite Wariness, Half of Consumers Poised To Buy EVs

Consumers are not deterred by negative publicity about charging battery-electric vehicles as interest in buying one rises.

By David Kiley • Aug. 16, 2023

Sports Car Maker Lotus Pondering U.S. Plant

The British sports car manufacturer, under control of Chinese automaker Geely, eyes an increase in production capacity with a possible third production site.

By Greg Kable • Aug. 14, 2023

WardsAuto Podcast: Lobbyist Says U.S. BEV Rules Favor China

Alliance for Automotive Innovation CEO John Bozzella joins the WardsAuto podcast to discuss the “staggering” challenge of meeting the proposed EPA rule meant to accelerate BEV sales into the 2030s.

By Wards Staff • Aug. 13, 2023