The Shocking Truth Behind Rising Gas Prices
By Lauren Fix Frustrated at the gas pump? You’re not the only one. There is a new update on the SPR or Strategic Oil Reserve, this s used for war or emergencies, the Biden administration cancels their purchase for Strategic Petroleum Reserve, citing high prices. The Department of Energy said it has canceled its plans to purchase millions of […]
New Crackdown on Gas Cars Will Force All Electric and Higher Car Prices
By Lauren Fix The government has finalized a list of new environmental regulations that they are calling ‘curbing gas-powered vehicle tailpipe emissions’ as part of its broader efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat global warming. Sounds wonderful but how does this impact you, car prices and the economy. It may surprise you. The […]
Driving a Semi-Truck vs. Driving a Car: What Are the Main Differences?
By Martin Banks Semi-trucks and passenger cars are two major ways to get from point A to point B. Your typical sedan requires only a standard driver’s license, whereas driving an 18-wheeler mandates a commercial driver’s license because they’re more complicated. What makes these automobiles distinct and how are they similar? While size is the […]
When Can Drivers Expect Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars on the Road?
By Martin Banks Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are two front runners for carbon-free motoring. BEVs are currently in the lead by a mile — though some in the industry consider hydrogen the superior option. With that in mind, when can drivers expect hydrogen fuel cell cars on the road? […]
The Importance of Effective Infrastructure and Traffic Management
By Jack Shaw, Syndicated Columnist Commercial fleets are made of experts at navigating any city, road and weather condition. Their jobs become easier if destinations consider their utility in urban designs. Explore the importance of sensible, accessible infrastructure alongside well-managed traffic. How do these concepts translate to drivers, and how do they impact cities? Vans […]
Why Car Prices Are Going to Go Up HUGE
By Lauren Fix The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, a lobbying group in the U.S. that represents most major automakers, is once again criticizing the Biden Administration’s proposal to boost fuel economy standards. NHTSA is proposing to increase requirements at a rate of 2% per year for passenger cars and 4% per year for trucks and […]
Recharge Rage
By Eric Peters, NMA Member and Syndicated Columnist What do you suppose the result would be if you needed to get gas in a hurry — in order to get somewhere quickly — but you couldn’t fill up because there was another car already at the pump and it just sat there for half an […]
Will Gas Prices Rise Again – Yup! Here’s Why
By Lauren Fix Could gas prices get any higher? Yes, they can and it is expected that gas and diesel prices will continue to increase. Federal officials are looking for ways to reduce pain at the pump as gas and diesel prices continue to soar. As Americans get ready for a busy Labor Day and […]
E-fuels Offer New Life for Combustion Engines
By Lauren Fix Porsche, Stellantis, Ferrari, BMW, and other automakers are taking a hard look at carbon neutral e-fuel to extend the life of the internal combustion and diesel engines for sports cars, SUVs, and pickups. Supporters are saying that synthetic fuels are the only way to decarbonize internal combustion engines; critics say that it […]
Gas, Hybrid, or Electric: Choosing the Perfect Car for You
By Lauren Fix Gas prices and inflation have fluctuated wildly since 2020, and new sustainability laws dictating higher MPG rules are going into effect around the country. It’s no wonder, then, that nearly 60% of Americans have considered buying a more fuel efficient vehicles or electric or hybrid vehicle. Deciding whether to get a gas car versus a […]