Aaron Turpen
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SAE approves wireless charging guidelines for plug-in electric vehicles
The Society for Automotive Engineers International has approved publication of its first wireless charging guidelines. The announcement paves the way towards an industry-wide wireless charging standard for automobiles. → Read More
Improving the joint: Laser process forms stronger bond between aluminum and carbon fiber
A research team from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has developed a laser process that could make joining carbon fiber composites and aluminum less expensive with more robust joints as a result. The process promises cheaper high-end products for lightweighting in automotive manufacture. → Read More
Review: 2016 Lexus LX 570 is a Land Cruiser on luxroids
The Toyota Land Cruiser is legendary for its prowess as a sport utility vehicle. The Lexus LX 570 is the premium brand’s take on that SUV. The new body styling, updated transmission, and roomier interior are high points for 2016 – none of which impede on the offroad capability of this rig. → Read More
Lotus celebrates 50 years at RAF Hethel with Evora 400 Hethel Edition
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lotus' factory founding, the British automaker is producing an exclusive Hethel Edition of the 4.1-second 0-60 mph Evora 400. The car commemorates Lotus founder Colin Chapman's historic move to the former RAF Station Hethel southwest of Norfolk in 1966. → Read More
Chevy puts quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission in 640-hp Camaro ZL1
With the supercharged V8 under the hood of the 2017 Camaro ZL1 putting out 640 horsepower (477 kW) and 640 pound-feet (868 Nm) of torque, Chevrolet has designed a new 10-speed automatic transmission to handle all of that power going to the rear wheels. → Read More
Review: 2016 Kia Optima is redesigned into a winner
As with its predecessors, the 2016 Kia Optima remains value-oriented, but this newly-redesigned Optima is anything but cheap. Although bang for the buck was clearly a goal in its design, the 2016 Optima is also fun to drive with smart looks in a compelling package. → Read More
IBM study says consumers want different car ownership options
In an automotive consumer study presented at the Detroit Auto Show, IBM found that consumers expect to use cars differently and don't necessarily want to own one in the traditional sense. Meanwhile, Ford has taken the lead in creating an alternative ownership model. → Read More
Review: 2016 Nissan Titan XD takes no prisoners
Gizmag spent a week in the 2016 Nissan Titan XD learning what this truck is really made for (and of). This is truly a Titan among trucks, with a bigger size, heavier footprint, and more powerful diesel engine than any other half-ton pickup on the market. Is more really better, though? → Read More
Acura Precision Concept crafts a new diamond at NAIAS
At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Acura unveiled a new Precision Concept, developed by the company's California design studio. The concept is meant to express "Precision Crafted Performance," and carries familiar design elements from the brand. → Read More
Honda goes truckin' with new Ridgeline at NAIAS
Honda has unveiled a new-generation Ridgeline pickup truck at NAIAS in Detroit. After a short hiatus from the market, the new Ridgeline returns with many of the features owners loved from the previous generation and a surprise: it’s now midsized and is more traditionally styled than before. → Read More
Ford Fusion gets class-leading V6, hybrid updates
Ford unveiled a new Fusion at the Detroit Auto Show. Known as the Mondeo in some markets, the Fusion receives a new twin-turbocharged V6, a pedestrian detection system for North America, and updates to the hybrid and plug-in hybrid models to go along with two new trim levels. → Read More
Infiniti stops teasing, and releases Q60 at NAIAS
After teasing a production concept of a new Q60 sports coupe at last year's Detroit Auto Show, Infiniti has come forward with the production version at this year's show. The new Q60 features a new look, an all-new V6 engine, and a global design. → Read More
Audi turns to hydrogen at NAIAS with h-tron concept
Audi has unveiled a technology study at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) as the Audi h-tron quattro concept. This hydrogen fuel cell vehicle includes both advanced fuel cell technology and forward-thinking piloted driving tech. → Read More
Chevrolet Introduces the 2017 Cruze Hatchback
Chevrolet has introduced a new hatchback version of the Cruze sedan. Meant as a hot hatch entry into the compact market, the Cruze Hatchback retains most of the characteristics of the sedan it’s based upon, but expands cargo space to 42 cubic feet (1,189 liters). → Read More
WFA announces 802.11ah HaLow technology for connected cars
The Wi-Fi Alliance has introduced a designation for the IEEE 802.11ah frequency called HaLow. It operates in low frequency bands for longer range and lower power usage. It is meant for use needs with longer-range capability such as Smart Home, Smart City, and connected car applications. → Read More
Hyundai reveals details on IONIQ Hybrid ahead of Detroit
The Hyundai IONIQ will debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit in January 2016, but the company has already released information about the car beyond its looks and design generalities. → Read More
McLaren and JVCKenwood team up on 675LT concept
With the extremely sport-focused McLaren 675LT having only just entered production, McLaren gave one of the supercar's prototype models to JVCKenwood to play with. The final result? Stunning. → Read More
Ford, Mazda, Mitsubishi, and Subaru get on board with Linux Foundation
The Linux Foundation began a new initiative in 2012 called Automotive Grade Linux as an open-source project to develop common Linux-based software cores for connected cars. Now automakers like Ford, Mazda, and Subaru have joined AGL alongside existing members Toyota, Nissan, and Jaguar Land Rover. → Read More
Self-installing child safety seat is 4moms
If you can imagine a child safety seat that has its own smartphone app and a car seat that virtually installs itself, then you can see into the future. About six months into the future, to be exact. The latest product from 4moms is coming in June 2016 and that’s exactly what it is. → Read More
Toyota joins with Ford to adopt SmartDeviceLink open source in-vehicle app
Toyota has announced its next-generation connected vehicle plans at CES 2016 in Las Vegas. Toyota has joined with Ford to adopt the SmartDeviceLink open-source smartphone app interface as a key to that expansion. → Read More