Porsche Recalls New 911 Carrera S Over Fuel Line Issue

Posted on Nov 30, 2017 in Technology | 2 comments

The ownership experience of a Porsche is viewed as one of the most sensual in the global sports car market. While the Porsche line-up has expanded to include vehicles like the crossover Cayenne and four-door Panamera, the essence of the German sports car company has remained based on the rear-engined 911 model. Balanced, thrilling handling and the power of...

The Monolith Panther Tow Vehicle?

Posted on Nov 22, 2017 in Editorials | 1 comment

Rob writes: Hello Sajeev, I’m untangling a logistical nightmare and I think a Panther can help. This particular nightmare involves relocating from Urbana, IL to Idaho Falls, ID, a 1964 Corvette convertible that’s sitting in Richmond, VA, and a Grand Marquis in New Jersey. The Corvette “ran when parked” in my father-in-law’s garage in 1982 and brought back to...

Used Chevrolet Volt Batteries Help Power New IT Building

Posted on Nov 12, 2017 in Technology | Comments Off on Used Chevrolet Volt Batteries Help Power New IT Building

What happens to the batteries that power Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric cars when their useful life is done? Five of them are helping keep the lights on at the new General Motors Enterprise Data Center at its Milford Proving Ground. Used Chevy Volt Batteries Help Power Milford IT Building MILFORD, Mich. – What happens to the batteries that power...

Fisker Karma Breakdown Leads to Lesson in Recalls

Posted on Nov 9, 2017 in Safety | 1 comment

Like many auto writers, I was quick to jump on the recent story of the Fisker Karma breaking down during a Consumer Reports test. Yes, it was big news and a huge embarrassment to Fisker. Yes, the timing was terrible, and it was an incredibly hurtful public introduction to the Karma. But the breakdown might not have been Fisker’s fault. Automotive News reported...

Lamborghini Urus still not ready for debut

Posted on Nov 5, 2017 in Concept | Comments Off on Lamborghini Urus still not ready for debut

We’ve seen the Lamborghini Urus concept for the first time in 2012 and we were expecting more details about a possible production variant. Today, Maurizio Reggiani, which is the Lamborghini Research & Development Director, shared more details about the future of the Urus concept. He said that the Italian concept car is going to enter production at some...