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XCMG Introduces the Industry's First Hybrid All-Terrain Crane at European Exhibitions, Driving a Sustainable Shift in Construction Equipment

XCMG Introduces the Industry's First Hybrid All-Terrain Crane at European Exhibitions, Driving a Sustainable Shift in Construction Equipment

BEAUNE, France, Sept. 19, 2025 -- XCMG Machinery (SHE:000425), a global leader in construction machinery, recently unveiled its latest lineup of fuel-efficient and low-emission cranes at major European industry events. ... Continue reading

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Nightshade Hybrid -Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander Nightshade Hybrid -Review by David Colman +VIDEO

This model is based on a modified TNGA-K platform, and tariff watchers will be interested to learn it's assembled at Toyota's new manufacturing facility in Princeton, Indiana. ... Continue reading

2025 Lexus LX 700h Ultra Luxury Grade - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Lexus LX 700h Ultra Luxury Grade - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

A one-in-a-thousand vehicle, with a price tag to match ... Continue reading

2026 Kia EV5 set to arrive in Canada Spring

2026 Kia EV5 set to arrive in Canada Spring

The EV5 is exclusive to Canada for the North American market One of three all-new EV vehicles to arrive in 2026 Produced at the Kia Gwangju plant in South Korea for the Canadian market Expected to arrive in spring 2026 Kia Canada announces the arrival timing of one of three all-new electric vehicles coming to market ne ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup August 31-September 6, 2025

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Wrapup August 31-September 6, 2025

Every Sunday for the past 30 years, Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy and TACH Executive Producer, compiled his take on this past week's automotive news, condensed into easy-to-digest news Nuggets. ... Continue reading

2026 Honda Prelude Revealed

2026 Honda Prelude Revealed

Powerful and efficient two-motor hybrid powertrain paired with Civic Type R chassis components for the first time Prelude engineered to deliver a 'Grand Touring' experience with precise steering, responsive handling and fun-to-drive feel Prelude debuts ... Continue reading

EnviroSpark'S 2,500th EV Charger Major Milestone in U.S. Charging Network Expansion

EnviroSpark'S 2,500th EV Charger Major Milestone in U.S. Charging Network Expansion

ATLANTA, Sept. 4, 2025 -- EnviroSpark, one of the nation's largest charging providers and charge point operators, has officially brought its 2,500th charger online on its own network with another 1,000 network plugs contracted and coming online soon—cementing its role as a key player in expanding access to reliable E ... Continue reading

FOURTH ANNUAL "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" RETURNS WITH EXPANDED LOCATION AND NEW TEST DRIVE LINEUP

FOURTH ANNUAL "CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" RETURNS WITH EXPANDED LOCATION AND NEW TEST DRIVE LINEUP

Chicago Auto Show and Chicago Drives Electric, announced the dates and new location for the fourth annual Chicago Drives Electric event. ... Continue reading

e-STORAGE Launches FlexBank 1.0, an 8.36 MWh Energy Storage Modular Battery, at RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas

e-STORAGE Launches FlexBank 1.0, an 8.36 MWh Energy Storage Modular Battery, at RE+ 2025 in Las Vegas

Canadian Solar will launch its next generation modular battery, FlexBank 1.0, at RE+ in Las Vegas next week. ... Continue reading

GE AEROSPACE AND BETA TECHNOLOGIES PARTNER TO ADVANCE HYBRID ELECTRIC FLIGHT

GE AEROSPACE AND BETA TECHNOLOGIES PARTNER TO ADVANCE HYBRID ELECTRIC FLIGHT

GE Aerospace and BETA Technologies Inc. ("BETA") announced today a new strategic partnership and equity investment agreement, subject to regulatory approval, to accelerate the development of hybrid electric aviation by combining BETA's rapid innovation approach with GE Aerospace's global scale and experience. ... Continue reading

2025 Toyota Prius Nightshade - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

2025 Toyota Prius Nightshade - Review by David Colman +VIDEO

Tweetie Bird and Woodstock both love the stunning yellow paint job gracing the 2025 Nightshade Prius. ... Continue reading

KIA America Reports August 2025 Best Sales Month Ever

KIA America Reports August 2025 Best Sales Month Ever

Kia America delivered total sales of 83,007 units in August, setting a new best-ever monthly record. The record-setting performance represents 10.4 percent increase over the same period last year and marks the second time ever that Kia surpassed 80,000 units in a single month. ... Continue reading

Opus IVS Secures Motor Top 20 Award for 2025

Opus IVS Secures Motor Top 20 Award for 2025

Product Leader DriveSafe 2 with AiVS AI-powered scanning is the 15th award for Opus IVS ... Continue reading

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary August 21-30, 2025

Official NHTSA Detailed Recalls Summary August 21-30, 2025

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

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