States Sue to BLOCK US Regulations on Vehicle Emissions
By Lauren Fix Multiple states are not pleased with the federal government forcing new regulations on Americans. The Environmental Protection Agency is receiving more pushback for its emission rules for passenger vehicles that will go into effect in 2026. Republican attorney generals in 25 states are suing the EPA to block these rules from going […]
New Bill Mandates All New Cars Have ‘Automatic Speed Limit’ Devices
By Lauren Fix The National Transportation Safety Bureau (NTSB) urged seventeen automakers to install intelligent speed-assistance technology in all new vehicles that, at a minimum, warns a driver when the vehicle is speeding. The NTSB stated that the bureau needs intelligent speed assistance technology and countermeasures including interlock program for repeat speeding offenders. What is […]
How Is AR Technology Being Used to Enhance Driver Safety?
By Jack Shaw, Syndicated Columnist Automobiles have had a long history when it comes to driver safety features, from the humble seatbelt to the car airbag. Many drivers thought cameras and sensors would be the peak safety technology that’s integrated into vehicles, but augmented reality (AR) technology takes it up a notch. AR has had […]
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 […]
AM Radio Bill Vote Blocked – We Want to Keep AM Radio In Our Cars
By Lauren Fix Now is the time to contact your elected representative and tell them to pass the Save AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. This is an update to the Save AM Radio act and AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act. I’m shocked that lawmakers from all sides have not passed this obvious bill […]
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? […]
Speeding in the Rearview
By Eric Peters, NMA Member and Syndicated Columnist The country saying goes, Let’s you and him fight. The government deploys a variation of the logic underlying this saying when someone else does something stupid or criminal to impose restrictions and punishments . . . on you and me. Who didn’t do it. A drug-addled maniac […]
Inside CES 2024: Hottest Concept Cars and Tech Innovations Revealed
By Lauren Fix The Consumer Electronics Show opened with cutting-edge technologies and gadgets for every home. Companies representing more than 150 countries and territories are showcasing their high-tech products in Las Vegas. Our expert panel discuss Automakers are turning to AI for new vehicles Biggest auto show in the world – all about technology Hydrogen […]
A Metric of Desperation
By Eric Peters, NMA Member and Syndicated Columnist The other day, we got what lots of people are getting in the mail: A letter from a new car dealer pleading with us to sell them a car: “Due to severe supply chain disruptions in new vehicle production, we are desperate for inventory,” the letter begins. […]