Porsche tractors take the track at Laguna Seca

Filed under: Motorsports,Porsche,Commercial Vehicles,Performance,Racing The inaugural event was won by professional racer Patrick Long. Continue reading Porsche tractors take the track at Laguna Seca Porsche tractors take the track at Laguna Seca originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 30 Sep 2018...

Lewis Hamilton wins 2018 Russian Grand Prix with help from team orders

Filed under: Motorsports,Racing Valtteri Bottas "was a real gentleman to let me by." Continue reading Lewis Hamilton wins 2018 Russian Grand Prix with help from team orders Lewis Hamilton wins 2018 Russian Grand Prix with help from team orders originally appeared on Autoblog on Sun, 30 Sep 2018 10:50:00...

Pininfarina PF0 motor and battery tech comes from Rimac

Filed under: Green,Misc. Automakers,Coupe,Crossover,SUV,Electric,Future,Luxury,Performance,Supercars Ex-Porsche and Bugatti engineers sign on; first SUV to pack 940 hp. Continue reading Pininfarina PF0 motor and battery tech comes from Rimac Pininfarina PF0 motor and battery tech comes from Rimac originally...

Tesla, Musk pay $40M to settle Tweet charges, Musk to resign as chairman

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Tesla Musk pays fine, ousted as Tesla chairman. Continue reading Tesla, Musk pay $40M to settle Tweet charges, Musk to resign as chairman Tesla, Musk pay $40M to settle Tweet charges, Musk to resign as chairman originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 29 Sep 2018...

GM will recall more than 3.3 million vehicles in China for suspension defect

Filed under: Recalls,Buick,Cadillac,Chevrolet,Safety Suspension arms may deform "under extreme operating conditions." Continue reading GM will recall more than 3.3 million vehicles in China for suspension defect GM will recall more than 3.3 million vehicles in China for suspension defect originally...

Elon Musk could still settle SEC lawsuit but is prepared to fight

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,Electric Tesla chief reportedly hires defense lawyers. Continue reading Elon Musk could still settle SEC lawsuit but is prepared to fight Elon Musk could still settle SEC lawsuit but is prepared to fight originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat, 29 Sep 2018 09:15:00...

John Hennessey aiming to take Venom F5 to 311 mph

Filed under: Coupe,Future,Luxury,Performance,Specialty,Supercars First comes a 300-mph run, but he believes his coupe will 'go well beyond' that. Continue reading John Hennessey aiming to take Venom F5 to 311 mph John Hennessey aiming to take Venom F5 to 311 mph originally appeared on Autoblog on Sat,...

California moves to protect auto emissions rules from Trump rollback

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Emissions,Fuel Efficiency Air quality board says automakers must still meet Obama standards. Continue reading California moves to protect auto emissions rules from Trump rollback California moves to protect auto emissions rules from Trump rollback originally appeared...

Honda recalls over 230,000 cars: 2018 Accord and 2019 Insight affected

Filed under: Recalls,Honda,Safety,Infotainment,Sedan Sedans get recalled for backup camera malfunctions. Continue reading Honda recalls over 230,000 cars: 2018 Accord and 2019 Insight affected Honda recalls over 230,000 cars: 2018 Accord and 2019 Insight affected originally appeared on Autoblog on...

2018 Renault Captur Quick Spin: Driving Scottish roads in a 90-hp French SUV

Filed under: Renault,Quick Spins,Crossover,SUV Where we're going, we don't need roads ... with two lanes. Continue reading 2018 Renault Captur Quick Spin: Driving Scottish roads in a 90-hp French SUV 2018 Renault Captur Quick Spin: Driving Scottish roads in a 90-hp French SUV originally appeared on...

NHTSA study forecasts dangerous rise in world temperatures by 2100

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Emissions But it's being used to justify relaxing environmental standards. Continue reading NHTSA study forecasts dangerous rise in world temperatures by 2100 NHTSA study forecasts dangerous rise in world temperatures by 2100 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri,...

Fast sedans and loose Tweets | Autoblog Podcast 555

Filed under: Earnings/Financials,Government/Legal,Podcasts,Audi,BMW,Cadillac,GM,Mercedes-Benz,Tesla,Crossover,Sedan We talk cars from Mercedes-AMG and Audi and the future of Tesla. Continue reading Fast sedans and loose Tweets | Autoblog Podcast 555 Fast sedans and loose Tweets | Autoblog Podcast 555...

2019 Audi SQ2 breaks cover before Paris Motor Show

Filed under: Paris Motor Show,Audi,Crossover,SUV,Luxury,Performance Not-for-America performance crossover makes nearly 300 horsepower. Continue reading 2019 Audi SQ2 breaks cover before Paris Motor Show 2019 Audi SQ2 breaks cover before Paris Motor Show originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep...

Jumpstarting a Mercedes-Benz AMG with potatoes? | Car Hacks

Filed under: Videos,Original Video We take this grade school science experiment to the next level Continue reading Jumpstarting a Mercedes-Benz AMG with potatoes? | Car Hacks Jumpstarting a Mercedes-Benz AMG with potatoes? | Car Hacks originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:30:00 EDT....

2018 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E Drivers' Notes Review | Heading into the home stretch

Filed under: Honda,Long-Term Garage,Quick Spins,Truck We're nine months into our year-long loan. Continue reading 2018 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E Drivers' Notes Review | Heading into the home stretch 2018 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E Drivers' Notes Review | Heading into the home stretch originally appeared on...

Elon Musk reportedly walked away from settlement with SEC

Filed under: Government/Legal,Tesla,Electric It would have required him to step down as Tesla chairman for two years. Continue reading Elon Musk reportedly walked away from settlement with SEC Elon Musk reportedly walked away from settlement with SEC originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018...

States and cities making U-turn on despised red-light and speed cameras

Public hates them, insurance industry backs them, but the data is mixed. Continue reading States and cities making U-turn on despised red-light and speed cameras States and cities making U-turn on despised red-light and speed cameras originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018 12:15:00 EDT....

2019 Ford Expedition and Explorer treated to four special editions

Filed under: Ford,SUV,Truck,Luxury,Off-Road Luxury and appearance add-ons aplenty for these SUVs. Continue reading 2019 Ford Expedition and Explorer treated to four special editions 2019 Ford Expedition and Explorer treated to four special editions originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018...

Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma and Tundra get new packages for 2019

Filed under: Toyota,SUV,Truck The packages add blacked-out and color-coded accents. Continue reading Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma and Tundra get new packages for 2019 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma and Tundra get new packages for 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018 11:05:00 EDT. Please see our...

VW partners with Microsoft to put cars in cloud

Filed under: Volkswagen,Emerging Technologies,Technology Continue reading VW partners with Microsoft to put cars in cloud VW partners with Microsoft to put cars in cloud originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018 10:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

Smart will show new electric concept in Paris

Filed under: Paris Motor Show,smart,Convertible,Electric Daimler has released photos of the new Forease concept ahead of the Paris Motor Show. Continue reading Smart will show new electric concept in Paris Smart will show new electric concept in Paris originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep...

Ford confirms the F-150 Hybrid will be built at Dearborn

Filed under: Green,Ford,Truck,Hybrid Earlier, there was a possibility it would be built in Kansas City, where F-150s are also made. Continue reading Ford confirms the F-150 Hybrid will be built at Dearborn Ford confirms the F-150 Hybrid will be built at Dearborn originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri,...

Elon Musk SEC fraud lawsuit sends Tesla shares tumbling

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,Electric,Luxury Continue reading Elon Musk SEC fraud lawsuit sends Tesla shares tumbling Elon Musk SEC fraud lawsuit sends Tesla shares tumbling originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018 09:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | ...

2019 Nissan Altima First Drive Review | A sedan for a new generation

Filed under: Nissan,First Drives,Sedan The SR trim has the optional VC-Turbo engine and sportier handling Continue reading 2019 Nissan Altima First Drive Review | A sedan for a new generation 2019 Nissan Altima First Drive Review | A sedan for a new generation originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri,...

Need to Know: September 28, 2018

Fresh useful insights for people advancing quality, innovative and sustainable journalism OFF THE TOP You might have heard: Christine Blasey Ford used The Washington Post’s confidential tip line to report her alleged sexual assault by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh (Slate)  But did you know: Some say the media ‘bullied’ Christine Blasey Ford (Columbia Journalism Review) Opening...

California counters Trump, considers boosting EV rebates

Filed under: Government/Legal,Green,Emissions,Fuel Efficiency,Green Culture,Green Driving,Electric California could add thousands of dollars in incentives for electric cars Continue reading California counters Trump, considers boosting EV rebates California counters Trump, considers boosting EV rebates...

2019 BMW i3 and i3s get a sizable bump in range

Filed under: BMW,Green Driving,Hatchback,Electric,Luxury Both models can go 153 miles on a full charge now. Continue reading 2019 BMW i3 and i3s get a sizable bump in range 2019 BMW i3 and i3s get a sizable bump in range originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 28 Sep 2018 02:00:00 EDT. Please see our...

Mercedes-AMG One won't challenge Nurburgring record lap time

Filed under: Mercedes-Benz,Coupe,Future,Hybrid,Luxury,Performance,Specialty,Supercars AMG boss says 'could probably' beat Porsche 919 Evo mark, but won't. Continue reading Mercedes-AMG One won't challenge Nurburgring record lap time Mercedes-AMG One won't challenge Nurburgring record lap time originally...

Mercedes-AMG One name gets officially official

Filed under: Mercedes-Benz,Coupe,Hybrid,Luxury,Performance,Supercars The name is derived from the machine's use of Formula One tech. Continue reading Mercedes-AMG One name gets officially official Mercedes-AMG One name gets officially official originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2018 18:01:00...

New Porsche 935 debuts at Rennsport Reunion, based on 911 GT2 RS

Filed under: Design/Style,Motorsports,Porsche,Coupe,Classics,Racing,Specialty It's styled to look like the original 935/78. Continue reading New Porsche 935 debuts at Rennsport Reunion, based on 911 GT2 RS New Porsche 935 debuts at Rennsport Reunion, based on 911 GT2 RS originally appeared on Autoblog...

5 great floor mats for your car | Autoblog's Favorites

Filed under: Ownership,Videos,Maintenance,Autoblog Minute,Original Video,Parts and Accessories Here are some of the best mats to keep your floors dry. Continue reading 5 great floor mats for your car | Autoblog's Favorites 5 great floor mats for your car | Autoblog's Favorites originally appeared on...

SEC sues Elon Musk, accuses him of fraud, and Tesla stock drops

Filed under: Earnings/Financials,Government/Legal,Green,Tesla,Electric,Luxury Says Musk 'knew or was reckless in not knowing' he was misleading investors Continue reading SEC sues Elon Musk, accuses him of fraud, and Tesla stock drops SEC sues Elon Musk, accuses him of fraud, and Tesla stock drops...

Four new Chevy Silverado concept trucks get lifted and lowered

Filed under: Chevrolet,Truck,Off-Road These pickups showcase the aftermarket parts you can put on the production truck. Continue reading Four new Chevy Silverado concept trucks get lifted and lowered Four new Chevy Silverado concept trucks get lifted and lowered originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu,...

Nintendo wins judgment against real-life Mario Kart operator in Japan

Filed under: Government/Legal,Toys/Games The video game maker is ultra protective of its intellectual property. Continue reading Nintendo wins judgment against real-life Mario Kart operator in Japan Nintendo wins judgment against real-life Mario Kart operator in Japan originally appeared on Autoblog...

Infiniti Q60 Project Black S packs F1-derived hybrid twin-turbo V6

Filed under: Design/Style,Paris Motor Show,Infiniti,Renault,Coupe,Concept Cars,Performance The engine makes 563 horsepower. Continue reading Infiniti Q60 Project Black S packs F1-derived hybrid twin-turbo V6 Infiniti Q60 Project Black S packs F1-derived hybrid twin-turbo V6 originally appeared on Autoblog...

Nissan Note e-Power Nismo S is a hotted-up hybrid hatchback

Filed under: Green,Nissan,Hatchback,Hybrid,Performance The tuned series hybrid offers 25 percent greater output and torque Continue reading Nissan Note e-Power Nismo S is a hotted-up hybrid hatchback Nissan Note e-Power Nismo S is a hotted-up hybrid hatchback originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu,...

2019 Suzuki Jimny First Drive Review | Internet darling, real-world riot

Filed under: Suzuki,First Drives,SUV,Off-Road For a tiny SUV, the Jimny is a lot of fun. Continue reading 2019 Suzuki Jimny First Drive Review | Internet darling, real-world riot 2019 Suzuki Jimny First Drive Review | Internet darling, real-world riot originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep...

Students can help address diversity and inclusivity in news — here’s one opportunity happening soon

In all our work with news organizations, increasing diversity in newsrooms and among audiences remains a challenge. Many newsrooms do not include voices that can speak to the experiences of the communities the media aspires to serve, and many people feel most news organizations do not address their needs or concerns. The issue cuts across race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, geography, religion...

Fiat brings back throwback 1957 Edition for the 500

Filed under: Fiat,Convertible,Hatchback This time around it costs $995 and is available this fall. Continue reading Fiat brings back throwback 1957 Edition for the 500 Fiat brings back throwback 1957 Edition for the 500 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2018 10:40:00 EDT. Please see our...

Daimler's new CEO adds youth and an international flair to Mercedes

Filed under: Hirings/Firings/Layoffs,Mercedes-Benz,Electric,Future,Luxury,Performance 'A different kind of animal': A profile of Ola Kaellenius Continue reading Daimler's new CEO adds youth and an international flair to Mercedes Daimler's new CEO adds youth and an international flair to Mercedes originally...

Watch Florida man try to break free from repo man's tow truck

Filed under: Humor,Videos,Weird Car News,Ford It was an F-250 versus an F-450. Continue reading Watch Florida man try to break free from repo man's tow truck Watch Florida man try to break free from repo man's tow truck originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2018 09:25:00 EDT. Please see our...

'Forza Horizon 4' Review | The ultimate driving fantasy, evolved

Filed under: Reviews,Toys/Games The same Horizon you know, but enhanced. Continue reading 'Forza Horizon 4' Review | The ultimate driving fantasy, evolved 'Forza Horizon 4' Review | The ultimate driving fantasy, evolved originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2018 09:15:00 EDT. Please see our...

Trump says he rejected Trudeau, again threatens Canadian-built car tariffs

Filed under: Government/Legal Says he refused one-on-one meeting; Canada says nobody asked for one Continue reading Trump says he rejected Trudeau, again threatens Canadian-built car tariffs Trump says he rejected Trudeau, again threatens Canadian-built car tariffs originally appeared on Autoblog on...

Japan dodges U.S. auto tariffs, for now, as Trump, Abe agree on talks

Filed under: Government/Legal Two thirds of Japan's trade surplus with U.S. comes from cars Continue reading Japan dodges U.S. auto tariffs, for now, as Trump, Abe agree on talks Japan dodges U.S. auto tariffs, for now, as Trump, Abe agree on talks originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 27 Sep 2018...

Need to Know: September 27, 2018

Fresh useful insights for people advancing quality, innovative and sustainable journalism OFF THE TOP You might have heard: Americans trust their local news sources more than national news (Poynter) But did you know: 56 percent of Americans do not feel connected to their main sources of national news (Pew Research Center) In a recent Pew Research Center survey, little more than half (56...