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HEALTH April 20, 2023

Love that ‘new car smell’? Study says there are cancer-causing chemicals to consider

A recent study found that the interior of a new vehicle contained 20 common “volatile organic compounds" (VOCs), which could potentially contain cancer-causing agents.

Honda April 19, 2023

An American motor-powered Honda Civic set a speed record at this famous track

The 2023 Honda Civic Type R has set a new record for front-wheel-drive cars at the benchmark Nürburgring Nordschleife racing circuit in Germany.

Auto Safety April 19, 2023

Electric vehicles may be too heavy for old parking garages: report

A report from the British Parking Association raises concerns that some older parking structures may not be strong enough to accommodate heavy electric vehicles.

China April 19, 2023

Tesla factory where worker died had safety issues

Tesla’s Shanghai factory where a worker died in February was reported for safety weaknesses. Tesla employees complained their bonuses were cut due to the fatality.

Electric April 19, 2023

ElectraMeccanica buying back all of 3-wheel Solo EVs and discontinuing the vehicle

ElectraMeccanica is discontinuing its Solo single-seat vehicle and buying back all of the existing models as it develops a new two-seat vehicle.

OPINION April 19, 2023

EPA is out of control. Here’s our plan to stop its illegal actions

EPA is out of control. Here’s our plan to stop its illegal actions. Biden wants to force drivers into electric vehicles despite pollution that would cause.

Pickups April 19, 2023

Tesla Cybertruck gets competition from China's Cyberp!ckup

The Great Wall Motor Cyberp!ckup unveiled at the Shanghai Auto Show is a 6x6 plug-in hybrid pickup that's set to go on sale in the region soon.

Maintenance April 18, 2023

Rare license plate sold for record $15 million

The number 7 license plate from Dubai was sold at a charity auction for a world record $15 million, with the proceeds earmarked to help world hunger.

Wisconsin April 18, 2023

Wisconsin Republican lawmakers pushing bill to outlaw bans on gas-powered vehicles

A bill that would outlaw the ban of gas powered vehicles is being pushed by Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin. Gas stations have thrown their support behind the measure.

Electric April 18, 2023

Polestar's new electric car doesn't have a rear window

The Polestar 4 electric SUV does not have a rear window and uses a video rearview "mirror" with a digital display to show the driver what is behind the vehicle.