Columbus, OH

The 2024 Nissan Kicks has the highest fuel efficiency among gas-powered SUVs with 33 miles per gallon combined. The 2024 Nissan Sentra, Volkswagen Jetta, and 2024 Kia Forte have a combined fuel economy of 34 miles per gallon. The 2024 Nissan Versa and Toyota Corolla achieve 35 miles per gallon...

10 Gas-Powered Vehicles That Are So Efficient You'd Think They Are Hybrids

This compact SUV makes the most of its space to deliver extra seating in a premium setting

Mercedes-Benz EQB review: a practical 7-seater electric SUV

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So, Ford's CEO Jim Farley dropped some pretty big news recently, and it might just shake up how we think about electric vehicles (EVs). Speaking at the Aspen Ideas Festival, Farley laid out what he sees as a necessary shift in the automotive industry—especially for those of us accustomed to big, powerful vehicles.

Ford CEO Jim Farley Warns of ‘Radical Change’ and Says EV Batteries Will ‘Never Be Affordable’

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Ford has ditched its environmentally-friendly plans of expanding its electric vehicle production and is instead expanding Super Duty truck production.

Ford Spends $3 Million to Ditch EVs for Massive Turbo Truck Plant

Lancaster County, PA

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

It’s a strange time to be an auto enthusiast. As an outpouring of all-electric models hits the market, long-standing nameplates that were once mainstays of our automotive landscape are falling to the wayside on what feels like a weekly basis. With the arrival of the next-generation Audi A5, we bow our heads in remembrance of the fallen as the German automaker discontinues the A4 sedan in favor of a slimmed-down car platform. While we mourn the loss of yet another low-slung gas-powered car, Audi has given us plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the code-named B10 A5.

The 2025 Audi A5 Looks Fantastic as a Wagon, Liftback, and Sedan

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To add insult to injury, he says it sold for half of what he paid for the Tesla two years ago.
The post Tesla owner sells his EV after being told it would cost $750 to tow 1 mile appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

Tesla owner sells his EV after being told it would cost $750 to tow 1 mile

A bit Batmobile and a bit KITT, the star of the TV series Knight Rider, but with several influences derived from the Corvette could sum up the Pontiac Phantom, the muscle car produced exclusively as a concept designed by Bill Mitchell. The creator of the first two generations of the...

Pontiac Phantom: The engineless muscle car that never came to life

Cadillac has a new convertible concept EV that’s longer than some SUVs, has giant pillar-to-pillar infotainment screens, and can keep you cool for the summer with a refrigerator in the back seat. It’s called the Sollei, and it’s a new electric vehicle concept that looks like a convertible version...

Cadillac’s extra-long, extra-yellow EV has a fridge in the back seat

California State

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

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The Volkswagen Atlas is popular in North America, with 19,293 examples sold in Q2 2024 alone. That excludes the Atlas Cross, of which VW shifted 9,769 units. Add them together, and the lineup is the automaker's most popular model by far. However, Volkswagen is hard at work keeping the Atlas fresh, with a new model right around the corner.

2026 Volkswagen Atlas Could Finally Live Up To The Touareg's Luxury Legacy

Hybrid vehicles have surged in popularity, blending traditional gasoline engines with electric power to offer improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. But what else should you know about these eco-friendly cars? Hybrid vehicles are not just about saving at the pump; they represent a significant step towards sustainable driving. From their ability to recharge batteries while braking to offering a quieter ride, hybrids come packed with features that might surprise you. Whether you're a car enthusiast or someone considering making the switch, understanding these dual-powered machines is key. Let's dive into 20 fascinating facts about hybrid vehicles, shedding light on how they work, their benefits, and their role in the future of transportation.

20 Facts About Hybrid Vehicles

Volvo Cars has achieved a remarkable feat in successfully navigating the challenging transition to electric vehicles, a journey often fraught with financial uncertainties known as the "Valley of Death." Despite the inherent risks, Volvo's strategic decisions and investments in electric vehicle (EV) technology have propelled the company to unprecedented heights, as evidenced by its record-breaking sales and profits in 2023.

How Volvo Crossed the "Valley of Death" to All-Electric Cars

North Carolina State

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With construction prevalent across North Carolina, encountering a work zone during your commute is common. The Federal Highway Administration defines a work zone as an area of a highway with construction, maintenance, or utility work activities, marked by signs, barriers, and other devices.

Can you be ticketed for speeding in a North Carolina work zone if no one is working? Here’s the law

Toyota has previewed a new four-cylinder engine with a pleasant-sounding exhaust note. The Japanese automaker is working on efficient, powerful, and compact four-cylinder engines. Positioned lower down and further back, the four-cylinder allows for more aerodynamic designs and a lower center of gravity. Earlier this year, Toyota said it was...

Toyota's New Combustion Engine Sounds Perfect For Sports Cars

Onsemi announced it has signed a multi-year deal with Volkswagen Group to be the primary supplier of a complete power box solution as part of its next-generation traction inverter for its Scalable Systems Platform (SSP). The solution features silicon carbide-based technologies in an integrated module that can scale across all power levels – from high power to low power traction inverters to be compatible for all vehicle categories.

onsemi Selected to Power Volkswagen Group’s Next-Generation Electric Vehicles

Rite Aid is making headlines again, but unfortunately, not for the best reasons. The essential pharmacy chain is closing a staggering 400 stores, a major uptick from the 143 closures initially planned when it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last October.

A large retail chain is shutting down hundreds stores after going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The current Porsche Cayenne is as good as the model’s ever been, which is good news, because Porsche has just confirmed it’s going to be sticking around at least into the next decade. The announcement comes alongside news that development of the fourth-gen model is well underway, and...

V8 Porsche Cayenne Will Stay On Sale Alongside Next-Gen EV

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Volvo also rethinks electric car strategy - more time is needed

In the end, even a manufacturer like Volvo, one of the leaders of the ecological transition, said it might review its plans on the electric car....

Volvo also rethinks electric car strategy - more time is needed

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