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As Ford looks toward the future of affordable EVs, the answer could be in its recent past.

Why Ford Could Revive 2 High-Volume Vehicles, and Soon

Back in 1960, the pickup truck segment would change forever with the release of the all-purpose International Scout, which can be credited for kickstarting the trend of rugged, off-road-focused, yet practical trucks that still sit at the top of the American automotive industry today. After decades of absence, the Scout marquee will be brought back under the newly started, aptly named Scout Motors, exclusively for the U.S. and under the wing of Volkswagen.

What The New Scout Pickup Needs To Dominate The Market

Nevada State

In the sprawling deserts of Nevada, where the sun beats down relentlessly, a new chapter in automotive history is being written. Tesla, the electric vehicle pioneer, has embarked on an ambitious project at Gigafactory Nevada, not just to produce cars, but to revolutionize the freight industry with its Tesla Semi.

Going Vertical! Tesla's Semi Truck Factory Is Installing The First Beams, Gearing Up For 50,000 Units Per Year

An all-new Ford midsize electric pickup truck is coming in 2027. The next electric Project T3 pickup truck is also coming in 2027. There will be a new electric van in 2026. There will be a Ford Super Duty Hybrid, and much more! Let’s dig into this!. Ford just...

News: All-New Affordable Ford EV Midsize Pickup Truck Is Coming in 2027, Project T3 Truck Is Delayed

Ford’s strategic pivot towards SUVs, trucks, and electric vehicles has significantly transformed its product lineup. Where once a vibrant array of passenger cars held court, now stands a world dominated by high-riding vehicles. A recent digital rendering of a potential 2026 Ford Thunderbird has ignited a nostalgic fervor, offering a tantalizing look into a potential resurgence of the iconic coupe.

2026 Ford Thunderbird Revival: A Digital Rendering Teases a Modern Twist on an Iconic Classic Coupe Amid Ford’s Shift to SUVs and EVs

Electric automotive technology isn't necessarily a new thing, but it has become substantially more popular in recent years as brands push to lower their overall carbon footprint. A conventional electric car design possesses far fewer moving parts , making the overall drivetrain a lot more efficient when compared to your average ICE design. Couple this with the fact that you don't need any fossil fuels to power an EV, and you'll find that this newer technology is a lot more of a logical choice for new automotive designs. Of course, this puts the debate of which configuration is more enjoyable to the side, as EVs generally have a reputation for being dull and soulless.

Do Electric Cars Have Transmissions?

Range Rover executives say it was hard to blend all of the vehicle's historic qualities in the new EV, but they managed to do it. The electric Range Rover is coming in 2025 to fight the Mercedes-Benz EQG and other large, luxurious off-road-focused electric SUVs. It will have an 800-volt...

Electric Range Rover Promises Supreme Luxury And Off-Road Might

Iowa State

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(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

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You're going to be shocked to see what vehicles are headed to  car heaven. Take a look!

10 Cars, SUV's, Trucks, And Vans Being Discontinued In 2024

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Ford has issued a number of recalls of vehicle makes and models including:. Automotive Fleet has a roundup of details on these recalls. 2023 Bronco Sport, 2023-2024 Maverick, 2023 Mustang Mach-E: Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail. Ford is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, 2023 Bronco Sport, and 2023 Mustang Mach-E vehicles....

Ford Issues Various Recalls of Over 110,000 Pickups, SUVs, and Vans

Coffee County, GA

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Irvine, CA

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A check from an Irvine business was intercepted from the mail around May 3, according to the Irvine Police Department . This man is suspected of depositing the stolen check into an ATM account. The investigation is ongoing, but it would be helpful to the investigation to identify this suspect.

Man wanted for stealing a $20K check in Irvine and depositing it at an ATM

Most SUVs are also meant to tow stuff, haul things, and traverse off-road paths with ease. Many families across the U.S. purchase SUVs every day for their practicality and ability to carry their families and cargo to the shopping mall, airport, and sometimes even a camping spot. However, it's not every day that anyone cares how quick an SUV is. By "quick," we mean the vehicle's ability to get up to 60 mph from a standstill in a short amount of time.

11 Quickest Four-Cylinder SUVs Available In 2024

FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Porsche is sticking to its guns in its transition of some models to electric vehicles, despite a recent weakness in demand for battery-powered cars, the carmaker’s head of production told magazine Automobilwoche. Porsche executive board member Albrecht Reimold said that the petrol-powered version of SUV...

Porsche sticks with plans to stop some combustion model production

If you’re a potential family car customer who’s holding off on buying an electric vehicle because of high prices and road trip anxiety, Ford is thinking about you. In fact, the automaker is hedging its electric vehicle plans, betting that most consumers would rather buy a hybrid than a full EV.

Ford scraps all-electric SUV plan, saying drivers want hybrids

Detroit, MI

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This Detroit-based startup sold 13k luxury EVs...a century ago.
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Meet the ‘Detroit Electric,’ a 100-Year-Old EV Coupe Henry Ford’s Wife Steered From the Back Seat

North Carolina State

Winston-salem, NC

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A North Carolina restaurant serves fried chicken in a “spicy, savory” sauce — and fans can’t get enough. So much so, the restaurant now ranks as the state’s No. 1 place to eat fried chicken.

Best fried chicken in North Carolina is at this restaurant, Yelp says. Why it’s No. 1

Houston, TX

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the Cybertruck is one of the safest, toughest, and most capable trucks on the planet. But after seeing these images, we're not so sure. This hunk of mangled metal used to be a Cybertruck before it was involved in a serious accident. Now it's being auctioned on the IAAI salvage website—for any brave souls out there who might want to restore it.

This Used To Be a Cybertruck

Tennessee State

Vehicle production at the new plant in Tennessee was initially expected to begin next year. The company said it still expects to begin battery cell production at the site in 2025. Ford CFO John Lawler said the shifts are meant to better deliver a capital-efficient, profitable electric vehicle business. Instead,...

Ford delays new EV plant, cancels electric three-row SUV as it shifts strategy

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Ford focusses on electrification... with pick-ups and trucks

If you look at the current Ford range, today's news from the USA comes as no surprise. The US car manufacturer continues to work diligently on...

Ford focusses on electrification... with pick-ups and trucks

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