The 2021 Escalade has a 38-inch OLED screen and my god, it’s gorgerous
The 2021 Cadillac Escalade is an old school SUV that's learning some new tech tricks. Truck DNA and a big V8 combine with a 38-inch OLED screen and a Super Cruise system that can make automatic lane changes. The 2021 Cadillac Escalade goes on sale this summer, with pricing to be announced at a later date.
Why Tesla’s promise to deliver 500,000 electric cars in 2020 isn’t unrealistic
Tesla wants to deliver 500,000 electric cars in 2020, a major increase over the 367,500 cars it delivered in 2019. But unlike some of the company's other promises, this goal seems fairly realistic. Tesla has a lot of potential production capacity to work with, and the new Model Y crossover waiting in the wings.
Brown goes autonomous: Waymo and UPS partner on package-delivery pilot
Waymo is partnering with UPS on a package-delivery pilot program in Arizona. Waymo's modified Chrysler Pacifica minivans will ferry packages between UPS Stores and a distribution hub in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The program will use the same vehicles as the Waymo One ridesharing service.
Lincoln will launch its first electric vehicle with help from Rivian
The first all-electric Lincoln will use startup Rivian's skateboard platform, meaning the Lincoln model will likely be an SUV. Lincoln parent Ford is investing $500 million in Rivian, which plans to sell its own electric SUV and pickup truck. Lincoln currently has two plug-in hybrids, but nothing fully electric.
Fisker vs. Canoo: Are subscriptions the future of electric cars?
Canoo and Fisker want to offer electric cars through subscription services. Subscriptions are intended to be more convenient than buying or leasing, and the cars are designed to stand out from the crowd. Here's everything you need to know about Canoo, Fisker, and their upcoming electric cars.
GM gets serious with $2.2 billion investment in electric trucks, SUVs
General Motors will convert a Detroit assembly plant into a dedicated factory for electric vehicles. The factory will start producing electric pickup trucks in 2021, followed by the Cruise Origin self-driving car and other models. GM is spending $2.2 billion to retool the factory for electric vehicle production.
2020 Toyota Prius XLE AWD-e review: This classic hybrid is a winter warrior
The 2020 Toyota Prius is the latest version of the car that put hybrids on the map. The Prius has been many hybrid buyers' default choice, but is it still the best? We spent a week with one to find out. Our test car was a range-topping Prius XLE model with the optional all-wheel drive system.
2020 Hyundai Venue first drive review: All the tech, for less
The 2020 Hyundai Venue aims to offer more tech for the money than any other crossover. But while the Venue is indeed a good tech value, Hyundai's latest model is compromised in other areas. Like the Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR, the Venue stretches the definition of "crossover" to the limit.
Most EV buyers have no regrets about going electric, AAA survey says
Many car buyers are still unsure about electric cars, but those that do take the plunge tend to be happy with their purchases, according to a new AAA survey. Initial concerns, such as range anxiety, tend to disappear over time, AAA said. Ownership costs are also fairly close to gasoline cars, according to AAA.
Where we’re going, we don’t need steering wheels, GM’s Cruise believes
The Cruise Origin is the first purpose-built self-driving car from General Motors' autonomous driving division. The Origin doesn't have a steering wheel or pedals and was designed with ridesharing in mind. Cruise did not say when the Origin will go into production. The car was designed with help from GM and Honda.
Electric SUV co-developed by Subaru, Toyota may not appear until 2025
Subaru and Toyota are working together on an electric SUV, but Subaru indicated that it may not appear for several more years. Subaru also isn't too keen on selling electric cars in the United States, citing lack of customer interest. Toyota will also continue to provide hybrid tech to Subaru under the partnership.
Lucid Motors will finally unveil the production version of its electric car in April
Lucid Motors will finally unveil a production-ready version of its 1,000-horsepower electric car in April in New York. The electric car -- the Lucid Air -- was first seen in prototype form in 2016. Lucid originally planned to start production of the Air in 2019, but is now aiming for late 2020.
Toyota’s smart city will be full of autonomous cars, smart homes, robots
Toyota plans to build an entire city to test out different technologies. Called Woven City, it will house 2,000 people in sustainable buildings, with streets crisscrossed by self-driving cars. Toyota also plans to integrate robots and smart home tech in Woven City, which will be located in Japan.
Tesla delivered more electric cars in 2019 than in any previous year
Tesla said its 2019 deliveries represented an increase of 50 percent over 2018. The automaker said it delivered 367,500 electric cars in 2019, including 112,000 cars in the fourth quarter alone. The Model 3 accounted for the vast majority of fourth-quarter deliveries, followed by the Model S and Model X.
Aston Martin combines cameras and mirrors to give drivers maximum visibility
Aston Martin has teamed up with automotive supplier Gentex to make it easier for drivers to see out of low-slung sports cars. Views from multiple cameras are shown in a car's rearview mirror. Debuting at CES 2020, the system is still in the prototype phase, but may be used on future Aston Martin models.
Bentley’s first electric car could use cutting-edge solid-state batteries
Bentley may use solid-state batteries in future electric cars, the automaker's CEO said in an interview. But it's unclear if this new battery tech will be ready by the time Bentley launches its first all-electric model in 2025. So far, no automaker has put a car with asolid-state battery on sale.
Here’s why the Mazda MX-30 has such a small, low-range battery pack
The Mazda MX-30 electric car has a relatively small battery pack, which results in a lower range than its rivals. But that was intentional, a Mazda executive said in a recent interview. Mazda wanted to emphasize lower life cycle carbon emissions rather than maximum range, the executive said.
A $2,000 software update makes the Tesla Model 3 quicker
The Tesla Model 3 can get even quicker if owners are willing to fork over $2,000. That buys a software update which can shave a few tenths of a second off the electric cars' zero to 60 mph time. While Tesla regularly gives customers free OTA updates, it has charged for certain features in the past.
Lucid Air beta prototype shows 1,000-hp, 400-mile, electric car isn’t dead yet
The Lucid Air is a luxury electric car with a claimed 400-mile range and 1,000 horsepower, but we haven't heard much about it recently. It seems Lucid Motors is still working on getting the Air into production. The company unveiled a prototype that is 95% representative of the final production model.
BMW will launch an electric version of one of its most popular models in 2020
The BMW iX3 is an electric version of the popular X3 crossover that starts production in 2020. BMW revealed some specifications, including horsepower and a European WLTP range rating. The iX3 will share BMW's fifth-generation electric powertrain with the upcoming i4 sedan and iNext crossover.
