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Dwight Burdette / Wikimedia Commons Harbor Freight, the independent tool retailer known primarily for low prices and bright-yellow ads, is donating all of its masks, gloves, and face shields to local hospitals to help keep them supplied during the current COVID-19 crisis. With enough stock to keep more than 1000 stores supplied, that’s a significant […] More
Aston Martin has confirmed its new hybrid turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 powertrain and released new photos and video. The new powertrain will first be used in the upcoming Valhalla mid-engine sports car that was co-developed with Red Bull Racing. The mid-mounted six-cylinder, which will be built in the U.K., weighs less than 440 pounds. Aston Martin […] More
Production of the Polestar 2 commenced today in China; the vehicle is expected to reach European markets this summer and eventually make it to China and North America. The Polestar 2 is the Volvo Car Group’s first full-electric vehicle and is part of Volvo’s push to electrify its entire lineup by 2025. Polestar estimates that […] More
Audi and Volkswagen have revised their brand logos to promote social distancing. Social distancing is being put in place in many different countries because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It comprises a set of actions meant to slow the spread of infectious disease, such as keeping six feet of space between yourself and other people. Many […] More
Taechit TaechamanodomGetty Images GM’s Kokomo, Indiana, plant will pivot from small electrical car components to ventilators. The goal is to begin production in early April. Suppliers are working around the clock to get ready for high-volume output of needed parts. The General Motors plant in Kokomo, Indiana, is gearing up to begin producing badly needed […] More
The crisis around COVID-19 has halted factory production and slowed new-vehicle sales; analysts are estimating both will take significant hits this year. More
The Honda Insight now has an optional blind-spot monitoring system. This feature replaces the previous LaneWatch camera system. The 2021 Insight starts at $23,885 and goes on sale this week. The Honda Insight enters the 2021 model year with some slight revisions to its optional safety features. Prices for the EX and Touring trim levels […] More
Geely has announced it will deliver a newly purchased car to a customer, disinfect it, then use a drone to deliver the keys for a complete no-contact buying experience. The automaker also recently announced it’s selling an SUV, the Icon, with an N95-rated filtration system. Since launching in February, Geely’s online purchasing system has delivered […] More
