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AUTO February 28, 2023

Could AI race cars replace human drivers?

The Indy Autonomous Challenge showcase is a preview to what the future may hold in the auto industry, with autonomous cars potentially becoming more of the norm.

Honda February 28, 2023

Honda turned the CR-V into a supercapacitor-powered 'Beast'

The Honda CR-V Hybrid Racer is an IndyCar-powered experimental vehicle that showcases the automaker's technology and will appear at IndyCar events.

Illinois February 28, 2023

Illinois sheriff's deputy suffers serious injuries after North Carolina truck driver crashes into squad car

A North Carolina pickup truck driver crashed into a squad car seriously injuring an Illinois sheriff's deputy. The driver was opening a beer when he crashed.

Jeep February 28, 2023

Clean machine: Jeep launches waterproof seats and floors for Wrangler

Jeep Performance Parts is now offering waterproof vinyl seats and heavy-duty flooring for the four-door Wrangler that can be hosed out for cleaning.

Rivian February 28, 2023

Rivian trucks and Minis are the most satisfying electric vehicles, study finds

The Rivian R1T and Mini Cooper Electric were the highest-ranked models on J.D. Power's 2023 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Ownership Study.

Nascar February 27, 2023

Kyle Busch secures first Richard Childress Racing win in Auto Club 400

Kyle Busch won for the fifth time in Southern California on Sunday, but it was his first victory for Richard Childress Racing in the Auto Club 400.

France February 27, 2023

International Energy Agency says SUVs pose environmental issues, produce more greenhouse gas emissions

The International Energy Agency says bigger cars pose environmental issues as they produce more greenhouse gases and require larger batteries.

Auto Safety February 27, 2023

Most vehicles can't pass muster in new tougher crash tests

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick list for 2023 is half as long as it was the year before due to new, more stringent testing.

Performance February 27, 2023

Pininfarina Battista claims World's Quickest Car title with mind-blowing quarter-mile sprint

The $2.2 million Automobili Pininfarina Battista electric supercar has set the production vehicle acceleration records to 60 mph and over a quarter-mile.

Georgia February 27, 2023

Sunday school, church services play a big part in former President Jimmy Carter's life

Former President Carter used to teach Sunday school every week at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. Sunday services are a huge part of his life