EV Motoring - Electric Vehicle Technology Overview
Jul 23, 2022
But how, exactly, do electric vehicles work and what are their advantages?Let's start by considering the legacy vehicle technology: the internal combustion engine, or ICE. ... Continue reading
Jul 21, 2022
J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study,SM released today. The gap between economy/range is only 7 points (on a 1,000-point scale). The drop in satisfaction with economy/range also has contributed to a one-point decline in overall new-vehicle satisfaction, the first decline since ... Continue reading
Curb side, on-street EV charging comes to Chicago.
Jul 18, 2022
Urban dwellers are good candidates to purchase or lease an all-electric vehicle, that is, a battery-electric vehicle or BEV. Why? They don’t typically drive many miles in their daily personal routine. ... Continue reading
Plan For Your First Road Trip In A Battery EV
Jul 9, 2022
Taking your first road trip in a plug-in electric car? Don’t sweat it. Traveling can be a breeze with a little planning. ... Continue reading
Jul 3, 2022
Slovakia as the location for its new plant, Volvo Cars creates a European triangle of manufacturing covering its largest sales region – complementing the Ghent plant (Belgium) in western Europe and the Torslanda plant (Sweden) in northern Europe.The new facility represents an investment of around EUR 1.2 billion (1). ... Continue reading
Keeping Up - Electric Drive Report
Jun 28, 2022
NHTSA CAR, TRUCK, RV, BUS, MOTORCYCLE AND TRAILER RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary June 13, 2022
Jun 13, 2022
Yours or a friend's vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall and MAY create a safety risk for you, your and their passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. ... Continue reading
2022 Volvo S90 R-Design - Review by Mark Fulmer
May 28, 2022
The 2022 Volvo S90 is a luxury sedan that excels in comfort, style, and competitive sticker and this year the B6 powertrain (formerly the T6) includes a mild hybrid setup. Upgrades are a new front bumper, a revised fog light, an updated wheel design, and reshaping the rear spoiler, a Harmon Karden sound system, smartph ... Continue reading
Coming to America: The Volvo P1800 Cyan
May 25, 2022
Following its 2020 launch to rave reviews in Europe, the Volvo P1800 Cyan will make its official North American debut this summer at The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering on August 9. ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary May 9, 2022
May 9, 2022
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
2023 Volvos Will Have Hybrid or Fully Electrified Powertrains
May 5, 2022
Washington DC May 5, 2022; The AIADA Online reported that Volvo will only sell electrified cars in the US beginning with the 2023 model year, the automaker confirmed. ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars first quarter 2022 – A stable performance in an unstable environment
May 1, 2022
Revenue increased by 8% to SEK 74.3 (68.6) bn Operating income (EBIT) was SEK 6.0 (8.4) bn EBIT margin was 8.1 (12.3)% EBIT margin, excluding share of income from joint ventures and associates, was 7.9 (8.1)% Basic earnings per share was SEK 1.29 (2.28) Operating and investing cash flow was SEK –12.3 (–6.9) bn Reta ... Continue reading
U.S. News Announces the 2022 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars
Apr 22, 2022
Toyota wins the most awards of any brand. WASHINGTON, April 22, 2022 -- U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, today announced the 2022 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars. ... Continue reading
Electric Vehicle Cost To Operate Rankings
Apr 21, 2022
by Zutobi · Updated Mar 24, 2022 EVs are continuing to grow in popularity among motorists, with record numbers of drivers abandoning diesel and petrol in favor of electric. Yet, many people remain wary of this new technology, as they are unconvinced of the benefits of running an electric vehicle over a traditionally f ... Continue reading
Tesla and Mercedes-Benz Lead Auto Brands In 2022 MBLM Brand Intimacy Rankings
Apr 19, 2022
MBLM's Brand Intimacy 2022 Study, the largest study of brands based on emotions, now in its 12th year. The enhanced study applies MBLM's proven Brand Intimacy model with AI to analyze more brands and data, assessing how consumers bond with the brands they use and love. ... Continue reading
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