NAFTA session with Canada breaks off after Trump 'so insulting' remarks

Filed under: Government/Legal But foreign minister hopes for a 'win-win-win' if both sides are flexible Continue reading NAFTA session with Canada breaks off after Trump 'so insulting' remarks NAFTA session with Canada breaks off after Trump 'so insulting' remarks originally appeared on Autoblog on...

3 good car chargers

Filed under: Ownership,Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original Video,Parts and Accessories Looking for a good car charger? Continue reading 3 good car chargers 3 good car chargers originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 19:02:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

Apple self-driving cars are real — one was just in an accident

Filed under: Etc.,Lexus,Emerging Technologies,Technology,Autonomous Apple-equipped Lexus SUV is revealed when it gets rear-ended. Continue reading Apple self-driving cars are real — one was just in an accident Apple self-driving cars are real — one was just in an accident originally appeared on Autoblog...

IndyCar's Robert Wickens moved to Indianapolis hospital, more surgery to come

Filed under: Motorsports,Racing Extend of spinal injury unknown, but he's breathing on his own, talking Continue reading IndyCar's Robert Wickens moved to Indianapolis hospital, more surgery to come IndyCar's Robert Wickens moved to Indianapolis hospital, more surgery to come originally appeared on...

Pony cars, trucks and Italian SUVs | Autoblog Podcast 552

Filed under: Podcasts,Chevrolet,Ford,GM,GMC,Lexus,Maserati,RAM,Coupe,SUV,Truck,Luxury,Performance We also discuss the state of Lexus. Continue reading Pony cars, trucks and Italian SUVs | Autoblog Podcast 552 Pony cars, trucks and Italian SUVs | Autoblog Podcast 552 originally appeared on Autoblog...

2020 Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S spied with active aero

Filed under: Spy Photos,Porsche,Coupe,Luxury,Performance The two cars look nearly identical Continue reading 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S spied with active aero 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S spied with active aero originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 15:33:00 EDT....

Ford cancels Focus Active import plans due to China tariffs

Filed under: Ford The cancellation of the Focus Active is due to 25% import tariffs eating into Ford's profits. Continue reading Ford cancels Focus Active import plans due to China tariffs Ford cancels Focus Active import plans due to China tariffs originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018...

This GTO-El Camino mashup is the muscle truck of our dreams

Filed under: Auctions,Car Buying,Truck,Classics,Performance It's for sale at RM Sotheby's right now. Continue reading This GTO-El Camino mashup is the muscle truck of our dreams This GTO-El Camino mashup is the muscle truck of our dreams originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 13:44:00...

Koenigsegg Agera successor could be named ... Ragnarok?

Filed under: Koenigsegg,Racing,Supercars A rumored reference to the violent Norse armageddon. Continue reading Koenigsegg Agera successor could be named ... Ragnarok? Koenigsegg Agera successor could be named ... Ragnarok? originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 12:45:00 EDT. Please see...

BMW iX3 EV spied with little camo

Filed under: Green,Spy Photos,BMW,Crossover,Electric,Future,Luxury The march toward production continues. Continue reading BMW iX3 EV spied with little camo BMW iX3 EV spied with little camo originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 12:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

2020 Porsche 911 GT3 spied for the first time

Filed under: Spy Photos,Porsche,Coupe,Performance We've seen most variants of the 992 911 by now. Continue reading 2020 Porsche 911 GT3 spied for the first time 2020 Porsche 911 GT3 spied for the first time originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use...

BlackRock voted to replace Tesla's Elon Musk with independent chairman

Filed under: Earnings/Financials,Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Tesla Major investor wanted his duties split up for better oversight Continue reading BlackRock voted to replace Tesla's Elon Musk with independent chairman BlackRock voted to replace Tesla's Elon Musk with independent chairman originally appeared...

Big F1 crash by Marcus Ericsson halts Italian Grand Prix practice

Filed under: Motorsports,Racing Barrel-rolls several times: 'I don't know what happened there.' Continue reading Big F1 crash by Marcus Ericsson halts Italian Grand Prix practice Big F1 crash by Marcus Ericsson halts Italian Grand Prix practice originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 31 Aug 2018 11:00:00...

Why this could be the perfect time for Apple to make a car play

Filed under: BMW,Chrysler,Jaguar,Nissan,Tesla,Volkswagen,Volvo,Emerging Technologies,Smartphone,Technology,Autonomous,Electric While the automotive and technology worlds have been pouring billions into autonomous vehicles (AVs) and preparing to bring them to market soon as shared robo-taxis, Apple...

More than 100 pink Cadillacs expected for Aretha Franklin’s funeral today

Filed under: Celebrities,Cadillac,Classics They'll form a 'Freeway of Love' outside the church where mourners will gather. Continue reading More than 100 pink Cadillacs expected for Aretha Franklin’s funeral today More than 100 pink Cadillacs expected for Aretha Franklin’s funeral today originally...

EU offers to eliminate auto tariffs — Trump says, 'It's not good enough'

Filed under: Government/Legal EU's Juncker says if U.S. enacts new tariffs, EU will do the same Continue reading EU offers to eliminate auto tariffs — Trump says, 'It's not good enough' EU offers to eliminate auto tariffs — Trump says, 'It's not good enough' originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri,...

Need to Know: August 31, 2018

Fresh useful insights for people advancing quality, innovative and sustainable journalism OFF THE TOP You might have heard: Some publishers stopped their Facebook ad spending over policy that treated publishers as political advertisers (Digiday) But did you know: Twitter will exempt news organizations from its issue ads policy (Axios) Twitter says news organizations can apply to be exempt...

F1 Spa crash left Fernando Alonso's McLaren a writeoff

Filed under: Motorsports,Racing Halo may have saved Leclerc's life, but Alonso's car didn't survive Continue reading F1 Spa crash left Fernando Alonso's McLaren a writeoff F1 Spa crash left Fernando Alonso's McLaren a writeoff originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 19:45:00 EDT. Please...

Hyundai to give the Elantra GT sportier N-Line trim

Filed under: Rumormill,Nissan,Hatchback,Wagon,Performance Hyundai's N stands for "Nürburgring," while N-Line means "Not the hottest N." Continue reading Hyundai to give the Elantra GT sportier N-Line trim Hyundai to give the Elantra GT sportier N-Line trim originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30...

5 great car speakers | Autoblog's favorites

Filed under: Ownership,Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original Video,Parts and Accessories Play your tunes loud and proud. Continue reading 5 great car speakers | Autoblog's favorites 5 great car speakers | Autoblog's favorites originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 19:33:00 EDT. Please see our...

Roush supercharges the Mustang to 710 horsepower

Filed under: Aftermarket,Ford,Coupe,Performance Roush's RS3 package boosts the Mustang to 710 horsepower thanks to a new supercharger. That's 250 horses over a stock Mustang GT. Continue reading Roush supercharges the Mustang to 710 horsepower Roush supercharges the Mustang to 710 horsepower originally...

4 great scratch removers | Autoblog's favorites

Filed under: Ownership,Videos,Maintenance,Autoblog Minute,Original Video Why live with scratches in your paint? Continue reading 4 great scratch removers | Autoblog's favorites 4 great scratch removers | Autoblog's favorites originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 18:24:00 EDT. Please see...

166,000 North American Nissans recalled for ignition switch issue

Filed under: Recalls Nissan is recalling Jukes, Frontiers, Sentras and Versas as well as vans to fix a possible ignition switch fault. Continue reading 166,000 North American Nissans recalled for ignition switch issue 166,000 North American Nissans recalled for ignition switch issue originally appeared...

This autonomous shuttle has human-like eyes

Filed under: Videos,Autoblog Minute,Original Video Eye pods are so hot right now. Continue reading This autonomous shuttle has human-like eyes This autonomous shuttle has human-like eyes originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 17:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

Mercedes-Benz EQ C electric crossover looking handsome in new teaser

Filed under: Design/Style,Green,Videos,Mercedes-Benz,Crossover,SUV,Electric,Luxury Today's clip shows the front fascia of the new EV. Continue reading Mercedes-Benz EQ C electric crossover looking handsome in new teaser Mercedes-Benz EQ C electric crossover looking handsome in new teaser originally...

Half of VW models in Germany not compliant with new pollution standard

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Volkswagen,Emissions The WLTP is tougher than the old emissions rules. Continue reading Half of VW models in Germany not compliant with new pollution standard Half of VW models in Germany not compliant with new pollution standard originally appeared on Autoblog on...

E.Home Coco camper helps the EV towing it

Filed under: Etc.,Green,Green Culture,Technology,Concept Cars,Electric,Solar,Specialty It provides its own electric power to increase range. Continue reading E.Home Coco camper helps the EV towing it E.Home Coco camper helps the EV towing it originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 15:10:00...

Experimental Scania bus runs on French winery waste

Filed under: Green,Misc. Automakers,Ethanol,Green Culture,Commercial Vehicles A test Scania now runs local routes with wine ED95 in its tanks. Continue reading Experimental Scania bus runs on French winery waste Experimental Scania bus runs on French winery waste originally appeared on Autoblog on...

2019 Chevy Corvette Z06 Drivers' Notes Review | A supercharged laugh track

Filed under: Chevrolet,Quick Spins,Coupe,Performance Few cars offer as much bang for your buck. Continue reading 2019 Chevy Corvette Z06 Drivers' Notes Review | A supercharged laugh track 2019 Chevy Corvette Z06 Drivers' Notes Review | A supercharged laugh track originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu,...

2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Alaska Cannonball | Into the West

Filed under: Jeep,Quick Spins,SUV,Off-Road Part Three of our 14,000-mile Jeep Wrangler Rubicon adventure. Continue reading 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Alaska Cannonball | Into the West 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Alaska Cannonball | Into the West originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 14:00:00...

McLaren divulges Ultimate Series Speedtail hypercar will make more than 986 hp

Filed under: McLaren,Coupe,Future,Hybrid,Luxury,Performance,Supercars At least 84 hp more than the P1 and 'a better driving position' than other hypercars. Continue reading McLaren divulges Ultimate Series Speedtail hypercar will make more than 986 hp McLaren divulges Ultimate Series Speedtail hypercar...

2018 Honda Ridgeline Long-Term Review | Cursing the cruise

Filed under: Honda,Safety,Long-Term Garage,Truck The adaptive cruise control system is in need of some lessons. Continue reading 2018 Honda Ridgeline Long-Term Review | Cursing the cruise 2018 Honda Ridgeline Long-Term Review | Cursing the cruise originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018...

2019 Chevy Camaro pricing revealed in configurator

Filed under: Chevrolet,Coupe,Performance Pricing rises and dips slightly depending on engines, trims. Continue reading 2019 Chevy Camaro pricing revealed in configurator 2019 Chevy Camaro pricing revealed in configurator originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 11:10:00 EDT. Please see our...

Moody’s downgrades Ford’s credit rating to just above junk status

Filed under: Earnings/Financials,Ford It gives Ford a 'negative' outlook, citing the difficulty of executing its restructuring plan. Continue reading Moody’s downgrades Ford’s credit rating to just above junk status Moody’s downgrades Ford’s credit rating to just above junk status originally appeared...

Lexus RC facelift: Here's an official look

Filed under: Lexus Lexus says it's making the RC classier, with some subtle design changes thrown in. Continue reading Lexus RC facelift: Here's an official look Lexus RC facelift: Here's an official look originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 10:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use...

2019 BMW 8 Series convertible has been testing in Death Valley

Filed under: Spy Photos,BMW,Convertible,Luxury Take a look at these photos of the Mojave Desert. Continue reading 2019 BMW 8 Series convertible has been testing in Death Valley 2019 BMW 8 Series convertible has been testing in Death Valley originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 10:10:00...

UK inventor Dyson building test track and complex for electric cars

Filed under: Celebrities,Green,Electric Continue reading UK inventor Dyson building test track and complex for electric cars UK inventor Dyson building test track and complex for electric cars originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

Indian motorcycles get rear cylinder deactivation and ride modes

Filed under: Motorcycle,Bikes Now available with selectable ride modes and cylinder deactivation, Indian motorcycles aim for increased rider comfort and convenience. Continue reading Indian motorcycles get rear cylinder deactivation and ride modes Indian motorcycles get rear cylinder deactivation and...

Need to Know: August 30, 2018

Fresh useful insights for people advancing quality, innovative and sustainable journalism OFF THE TOP You might have heard: How a tariff on Canadian newsprint is threatening American newspapers (The Washington Post) But did you know: The United States International Trade Commission voted Wednesday to eliminate the newsprint tariff (The New York Times) The United States International Trade...

Ford forms development group of 10 divisions for 'breakthrough products'

Filed under: Ford Continue reading Ford forms development group of 10 divisions for 'breakthrough products' Ford forms development group of 10 divisions for 'breakthrough products' originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 30 Aug 2018 08:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

Extreme E electric SUV off-road racing series could arrive in 2020

Filed under: Green,Motorsports,Green Culture,Crossover,SUV,Electric,Off-Road,Racing It would be run by Formula E and Gil de Ferran. Continue reading Extreme E electric SUV off-road racing series could arrive in 2020 Extreme E electric SUV off-road racing series could arrive in 2020 originally appeared...