Category Archives: Motoring News

Tesla Opens 100th SuperCharger Station

Our 100th Supercharger Is Now Open!

There are now 86 Supercharger stations in North America, 14 in Europe, and two in China.

Electric cars appeal to younger, wealthier drivers

Tesla Model S

Logic dictates that all cars with greener credentials would appeal equally to consumers with a social conscience. However new data from Experian Automotive, published this week, shows that there is a clear generational split when it comes to choosing a more environmentally friendly ride.

Another Ethanol Scam Uncovered!

Another Ethanol Scam Uncovered!

By Jeff Siegel

How many times do we have to do things ass-backwards before we can move forward?

In the never-ending case of the great ethanol scam in the United States, we are once again confronted with the reality that ethanol is nothing more than a government-funded boondoggle designed to cater to the wishes of Washington’s largest donors.

WSU researchers develop simpler drowsy driver detection system

Researchers at Washington State University Spokane have developed a new way to detect when drivers are drowsy. The technology is based on steering wheel movements—which are more variable in drowsy drivers—and offers an affordable and more reliable alternative to currently available video-based driver drowsiness detection systems, the researchers suggest.

Toyota outsells VW, GM for 3rd straight quarter

Toyota outsells VW, GM for 3rd straight quarter

Toyota  outsold Volkswagen Group and General Motors  for a third straight quarter, helped by a weaker yen.