Posts by Devon Taylor
Tesla Banned From Chinese Military Facilities Over Camera Concerns
The Chinese military has reportedly banned Tesla electric vehicles from entering their complexes. They cite various security concerns over the cameras installed on the vehicles. Tesla’s advanced safety and autonomous driving features use a combination of cameras, radars, and other sensors to engage the technology. Obviously, the Chinese government are worried about potential surveillance leaks…
Read MoreFord To Offer Hands-Free Driving On New Mustang Mach-E
Ford will be offering a hands-free driver assistance system on its new 2021 Mustang Mach-E electric vehicle. The hands-free system utilizes an infrared driver-facing camera. This autonomous driving feature will go live sometime this Fall with an over-the-air update. There’s no need for Mach-E owners to visit a dealer to activate the system. However, Ford…
Read MoreInside the 2021 Volkswagen Golf: Responsive, Spacious, and Classic VW
The latest iteration of the popular Volkswagen Golf compact hatchback is winning rave reviews for everything from its fuel economy to its low sticker price. Reviewers are stating that the 2021 Golf represents terrific value for consumers and stands out in nearly every area. While there have been some complaints that the newest Golf has…
Read MoreTesla’s ‘Autopilot’ Feature Under Investigation After Multiple Collisions
Federal regulators have opened a new investigation into Tesla after one of its Model Y vehicles crashed into a stationary police car in Michigan while operating in autopilot mode. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) was already investigating an unrelated Tesla collision in Detroit less than a week ago. Autopilot is Tesla’s advanced driver…
Read MoreEuropean Auto Sales Plunge 20% In February
European automotive sales fell over 20% on an annual basis in February. Like most other places, continued lockdowns and economic uncertainty across the continent took a toll on consumer spending. New car sales fell 20.3% in February year-over-year to just 850,170 vehicles in the European Union, Britain and the countries of the European Free Trade…
Read MoreInside the 2021 BMW X1: A Fun, Sporty, and Roomy SUV
The 2021 BMW X1 is a small SUV with a big personality. The X1 comes with a standard 228-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes it a fun and peppy drive. With good fuel economy, crisp handling, a spacious cabin, and a large cargo area, the X1 has won numerous awards from major automotive critics. They…
Read MoreVolkswagen Developing Six Gigafactories In Europe
German automaker Volkswagen is going all in on battery cell production for electric vehicles. They just announced plans to develop six “gigafactories” in Europe. According to VW, the factories (once up and running) will be able to manufacture battery cells with a combined energy value of 240 gigawatt hours each year. “Together with partners, we…
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