It's like somebody over-inflated a Model 3
Tesla's new Model Y isn't all that exciting — and that's by design
The Model Y, Tesla's new crossover, isn't going to blow any minds, but that's okay.
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Mazda's Anniversary edition of the MX-5 Miata is an orange beauty
Mazda unveiled the 30th Anniversary Mazda MX-5 that pays homage to illustrious history of the beloved roadster that adds a slick orange color.
A history of Apple's secret car program Project Titan
Last week a report from CNBC came out detailing how Apple had laid off more than 200 employees that were part of Project Titan, its secret electric automobile program it has been developing behind the scenes since 2014. Apple hoped to revolutionize the automobile market like it did with computers, smartphones and tablets, but it’s ambitious idea didn’t really quite pan out. Now, with...
Mazda's 30th Anniversary Edition MX-5 Miata to Debut Next Month
Mazda Motor Corporation announced it will showcase the world premiere of the Mazda MX-5 Miata 30th Anniversary Edition at the Chicago Auto Show next month. The iconic Miata first hit the road in 1989 and has since developed a strong following due to its lightweight frame and responsive handling. It’s gone through some changes over the past couple of years though it’s still retained the...
Qualcomm's New Cockpit Platform Aims to Make Cars Smarter
Qualcomm today announced the third generation of its Snapdragon Automotive Cockpit Platform that aims to make cars smarter. The modular architecture lets car manufacturers design a customized cockpit version that best fits their vision. The announcement was made at CES 2019 in Las Vegas. It showcases Qualcomm’s AI-focused way to build a vehicle’s platform. Built upon the existing...
Tesla Slashes Car Prices to Combat Shrinking EV Tax Credit
Tesla is making its cars more affordable in the wake of the federal tax EV credit getting cut in half in 2019. The EV tax credit, which prior to January 1, 2019 was $7,500, was a great incentive to buy an electric car. But that’s getting slashed to $3,250, so Tesla has responded in kind by cutting the price of its cars by $2,000. The $2,000 price cut applies to the Model S, X and 3. It...
Tesla Closes the Door on Ambitious Model Y Production Plan
It’s no secret Tesla went through some really rough times during production of the Model 3. It got so bad, even CEO Elon Musk admitted the company was really close to dying. So, it came as a surprise when a report surfaced claiming Tesla was seeking an aggressive production schedule for the Model Y, but Tesla has come out and denied the report. The original report from Business Insider...
2020 Kia Soul Packs a Meaner and More Powerful Punch
Kia unveiled the third generation of its Soul crossover at the LA Auto Show with a big focus on the future. The 2020 Soul is not only getting a swanky redesign that gives it a striking new look, its powertrains, specifically the electric variant, are getting big improvements. The new Soul has come a long way since its early years. Sure, the base design is still very similar, but it...
2019 Kia Niro EV Continues Charge Into Electric Future
After debuting as a hybrid crossover in 2017 and taking an eco-friendly step in 2018 with a plug-in hybrid version, the Niro line is going fully electric with the 2019 iteration. Equipped with a new 64kWh battery, it’ll make 201 horsepower and 291 pound-feet of torque. It’s the same battery performance as the recently announced 2020 Kia Soul EV. Kia did not reveal range performance,...
2020 Jeep Gladiator Officially Unveiled and it's Ruggedly Glorious
Two weeks after leaking ahead of schedule, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator has been officially unveiled at the LA Auto Show. The Jeep pickup of our dreams is real and it is ruggedly glorious. The Gladiator looks like a Wrangler body that got its rear hood chopped off to make room for a bed. What we get is a very unnatural-looking Jeep but somehow it still looks amazing. From the hood to the...