What I saw at the LA Auto Show gives me hope for humanity
LA is the biggest car sales city, in the biggest car sales state, in the second largest car sales country. And Los Angeles has particular tastes as to what it wants from a new car. So when the 2019 LA Auto show opened it's doors, we angelenos got exactly what we wanted.
With the Cybertruck, Musk brings a phaser to a gunfight. Will anybody buy it?
Tesla built a better pickup truck based on its specs. It's big, it's powerful, and it looks like nothing else on the market, But can Elon Musk's Cybertruck win buyers in a market where image is king, trucks are a huge part of individual identity, and cyberpunk is a head-scratcher?
How to watch Elon Musk unveil the Tesla Cybertruck, a new electric pickup truck
Tesla CEO Elon Musk will unveil the company's much-anticipated Cybertruck electric pickup truck on Thursday evening, part of the company's push to break into a segment of the automobile market that's largely been ignored by electric carmakers. Here's how to watch the event live.
Rumor has it that Ford will build a tuned Shelby edition of the new Mach-E
The polarizing response to Ford's announcement of a new Mach-E Mustang immediately started a rumor mill of ideas, including the possibility of a Shelby version of the electric vehicle. Hardcore Mustang enthusiasts are slow in accepting a four-door pony car with the name Mustang.
Eyesight Technologies’ in-car A.I. can tell when drivers smoke or use phones
Computer vision startup Eyesight Technologies has developed new in-car monitoring technology for spotting when drivers are using cell phones or smoking while behind the wheel. These major potential causes of car accidents stop drivers from focusing fully on the road in front of them.
New Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicle gets big boosts in range and horsepower
Hyundai pulled the cover off the 2020 Ioniq Electric in Los Angeles today, revealing that it has received a whole host of upgrades over the previous model. Giving showgoers a peek into future crossover plans, Hyundai also gave a glimpse of a new concept called the Vision T.
Volkswagen found something fun to do with its Atlas Cross Sport family hauler
Despite having the word sport in its name, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport isn't a very sporty vehicle. But VW slapped its name on a Baja 1000 off-road racer anyway. The Atlas Cross Sport race truck was unveiled at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, and will race in the 2020 Baja 1000.
Mercedes-Benz’s electric EQC is one of the most affordable cars in its segment
Mercedes-Benz is taking another shot at the electric car segment with a crossover named EQC. It's GLC-like in size, proportions, and design, but it's electric-only -- don't look for a V6 here. Sales begin nationwide in 2020. Will Mercedes-Benz catch up to Jaguar's sporty, segment-bending I-Pace crossover?
Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring adds plug-in hybrid power
At the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show, Lincoln announced it is adding a second plug-in hybrid to its lineup with the Corsair Grand Touring. The crossover boasts 266 horsepower and an electric range of 25 miles. Lincoln will launch the Corsair Grand Touring in summer 2020, with pricing to be announced closer to that time.
2020 Karma Revero GTS adds performance to go with its sleek looks
The 2020 Karma Revero GTS is a sportier version of the recently unveiled Karma Revero GT plug-in hybrid. The GTS adds torque vectoring and is quicker from zero to 60 mph, according to Karma. It carries a $149,950 price tag, and starts production in 2020 at Karma's California factory.
Pint-sized 2021 Kia Seltos crossover could be a great tech value
The 2021 Kia Seltos is coming to the United States after launching overseas. While it will be one of Kia's cheaper models, the Seltos will offer a long list of available tech features. Kia expects a base LX model to start around $22,000 with all-wheel drive when the Seltos goes on sale next year.
Hyundai shocks us with its mid-engined RM19 sports car concept
Hyundai revealed its all-new RM19 mid-engine racing prototype at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The latest idea from Hyundai’s performance N sub-brand carries a two-liter engine rated at 390 horsepower, and points the way toward future road cars. It’s not a production model, but we’re hoping it becomes one.
2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback is all about style, but still has substance
The 2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback is the follow-up to Audi's first mass-market electric car. The Sportback takes the mechanical package from the standard E-Tron and wraps it in sleeker bodywork. The Audi E-Tron Sportback made its public debut at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Would you guess that the 600-horsepower 2020 Audi RS Q8 is a hybrid?
The flagship of Audi's SUV range is also the latest addition to its growing portfolio of hybrids. Sure, the RS Q8 packs a 600-horsepower V8 engine, but it relies on a 48-volt mild hybrid system to keep fuel economy in check. It gains chassis upgrades, plus an RS-specific version of the standard Q8's technology.
The Bloodhound Land Speed Car saw its paint peel off in a 600-plus-mph test run
Former RAF pilot Andy Green and the Bloodhound LSR team made considerable strides on the floor of the South African desert testing the car for further assaults on its own land speed record, and then the 1,000-mile-per-hour barrier.
Horsepower and 3D-printing collide in the hottest Mini hatchback to date
The Mini John Cooper Works GP concept first seen at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show will go into production in 2020, the firm has confirmed. The 300-plus-horsepower John Cooper Works GP is the ultimate performance version of the Mini Cooper hatch, and production will be limited to 3,000 examples worldwide.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime adds fuel efficiency and power in equal measure
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is a plug-in hybrid version of the popular RAV4 crossover. It may also be the best version. The Prime is the most powerful, quickest accelerating, and most fuel-efficient RAV4, Toyota claims. The RAV4 Prime debuts at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show and goes on sale in 2020.
Lexus did the obvious thing and chopped the top off its flagship LC
The Lexus LC was always going to look great as a convertible, and now we'll get to find out if it's great to drive as a convertible as well. The LC will finally drop its top in summer 2020. That'll make it easier to hear the soundtrack of the LC's thumping 5.0-liter V8 engine.
Too hip for a minivan? Check out VW’s all-electric ID.Space Vizzion concept
The Volkswagen ID.Space Vizzion is the latest in a series of electric concept cars from the company. It previews a potential production model with a 300-mile range. Volkswagen claims the ID.Space Vizzion's interior was made using only sustainable materials, and that the car is very aerodynamic.
2021 Aston Martin DBX is perfect for a 00 agent with a family
Aston Martin is finally launching its first SUV, the 2021 DBX. With 542 horsepower and a high-tech suspension system, the DBX should have the moves of a traditional Aston Martin. Engineers also spent a lot of time on the "utility" aspect of this SUV. The DBX starts at $189,900.
Tesla begins rolling out its fast-charging V3 Superchargers
Tesla has rolled out the V3 Supercharger which has the capacity to fully charge a vehicle in as little as 15 minutes. A quick five minute charge can give an owner in a hurry a 75 mile range. Tesla is adding this new charging technology to its network of 12,000 charging stations worldwide.
Elon Musk sets aside rivalries to praise one of Tesla’s competitors
It's rare for an automotive industry executive to acknowledge a competitor's product, let alone praise it, so Elon Musk's comments surprised us. He congratulated Ford for making the Mustang Mach E, an electric crossover slated to enter production in 2020. The Mach E will compete directly against the Tesla Model Y.
2020 Audi E-Tron Sportback, RS Q8 confirmed for 2019 LA Auto Show
Audi has picked the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show to make the global debut of the 2020 e-tron Sportback. Several other models will make their global debut here as well; the 2020 RS models including the Audi RS 6 Avant and RS 7, and -- the highlight -- the global debut of the high-performance SUV, the Audi RS Q8.
Fine, I’ll call the Mach-E a Mustang. But that giant screen has to go
Just about all cars have some sort of screen for infotainment at this point, but it’s the mondo monitors that go too far. These aren’t displays, they’re dashtop computers, swallowing every car function, right down to A/C.
Volkswagen CEO says ID.3 will be 40% cheaper to make than the e-Golf
Volkswagen has made changes to the way it is going to produce electric vehicles. Through design changes such as making the battery a part of the vehicles' structure and refitting factories for strictly EV construction, VW is looking to be the leader in EV sales worldwide.
All-electric Mini Cooper SE road-tripped from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Ahead of the 2019 Los Angeles Auto, the 2020 Mini Cooper SE did a road trip from San Francisco to the City of Angels. Mini's first mass-market electric car goes on sale in March 2020. Mini previously sent the Coope SE on a road trip from Munich to Frankfurt, but this California drive was much longer.
Acura adds some supercar touches to its MDX family crossover
Contining the trend started by the TLX, the 2020 Acura MDX PMC Edition is built in the same factory as the NSX supercar. Acura PMC Editions get fancy Valencia Red Pearl paint, and go through the same thorough inspection process as the NSX. The MDX PMC Edition debuts at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show.
BMW’s electric i4 will make its debut in 2021 with 530 hp, 300 miles of range
BMW plans to launch a new electric car in 2021, according to a report. Called the i4, it has some serious specs. BMW is reportedly aiming for 530 horsepower and a range of over 300 miles. BMW has at least two other electric models in the pipeline, as well as an electric Mini.
2021 Tesla Model Y vs. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E
Ford drew inspiration from the Mustang to lock horns with Tesla; how's that for change? The Mustang Mach E (which shares nothing but a name with the actual Mustang) is aimed at the Tesla Model Y, and both are scheduled to enter production in late 2020. Here's how these two future rivals compare, and how they differ.
Ford Mustang vs. Ford Mustang Mach E
The Mach E is the first Mustang off-shoot, and it takes the nameplate in a new direction because it's electric, it has four doors, and it's available with all-wheel drive. It's Mustang-inspired, not Mustang-based, so the two models share no parts. Here is how they compare in terms of performance, tech, and pricing.
Lyft is pulling its e-scooters from six cities and laying off workers
Lyft is removing its rentable electric scooters from six locations across the U.S. and laying off around 20 workers as it battles against a slew of competitors. The company, which launched its first scootersharing service in September 2018, will continue to offer its scooters to riders in around 12 cities.
Nissan recalls nearly 400,000 vehicles over fire danger
Nissan is recalling nearly 400,000 cars across four models over a brake fluid issue that in rare instances could lead to a fire. Affected owners will be contacted starting in December, though if the vehicle’s anti-lock brake system warning light remains on for more than 10 seconds, action should be taken now.
The cutest cars from all around the world
The cutest car released during the 2010s doesn't come from an established automaker, and it's not part of the Cars franchise. Can you guess which one we're talking about? We've picked five of the cutest cars sold currently or recently around the world.
The Tesla Cybertruck, a cyberpunk electric pickup truck, coming Nov. 21
The wait for an electric pickup truck is almost over: Tesla says it will unveil its Cybertruck on November 21. Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted the announcement on November 6. The truck will debut at the Tesla design studio in Los Angeles, which is also the SpaceX headquarters.