How does a head-up display work? + Tips for retrofitting
Additional features in cars are always on the rise. Today it is no longer enough that a car can drive, …
What are the pros and cons of Electronic Parking Brake?
The Electronic Parking Brake or EPB is a technology in motor vehicles that uses actuators on the rear wheel brake …
What is the future of wireless phone charging in cars?
The inductive charging of smartphones in the car is becoming increasingly popular. That is why more and more OEMs are …
How dangerous is an electric car on fire?
What happens if an electric car burns in an underground car park or tunnel? Researchers at the Swiss Materials Testing …
Ten best-selling electric cars in 2020 in Germany
The number of registered electric cars rose significantly in July. Which models particularly benefit from the higher purchase premium. With …
What will drive us in the future? Electricity, hydrogen or synthetic fuels?
The Corona crisis unexpectedly helped private transport to rebound. For fear of getting infected on public transport, people like to …
What matters more in an electric car? Charging speed or battery capacity?
Is the size of the battery really the fundamental factor when evaluating an electric car? Until now, the most common …
How China became world’s largest electric car market
The use of electric cars in China represents a growing industry in the country. In 2019 China was the largest …
Top 12 cheapest and longest range electric cars of 2020
The future of the automotive industry lies in the electric car. Anti-pollution regulations are forcing manufacturers to develop cars with …
Winter tires can extend braking distances
In the cold season, the summer tires have to be replaced. But rough profile does not always ensure better driving …
Five car brands that failed in Europe
With Genesis and Lynk & Co., two car brands that are about to offer cars in Europe. A look at …
The evolution of SpaceX – world’s largest private satellite operator and spaceflight company
SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corporation) is a private US space and telecommunications company. The company was founded with the aim …
Tesla Roadster (2008-2012), the electric car that sparked a revolution
The Tesla Roadster is a purely electric two-seat sports car. It is the first production vehicle from Tesla and the …
Volkswagen UP and e-UP are fun little city cars – history and review
The VW up! is a small car from Volkswagen AG. It is counted among the “New Small Family” in the …
How Ford became the best selling automaker in the United States, full history
The Ford Motor Company based in the US Dearborn, is the fifth-largest automaker worldwide with a turnover of 159.6 billion …
The evolution of Tesla – how it became the world’s most successful EV brand
Tesla, Inc. (formerly called Tesla Motors) is an American company located in Silicon Valley, California, and led by Elon Musk …
A brief history and evolution of Porsche AG – How it became the world’s most successful sports car brand
Dr. Ing. Hc F. Porsche AG, normally abbreviated as Porsche, is a German car manufacturer specializing in luxury, high-end sports …
When Ford thought making a nuclear powered car was a good idea
The 1950s, those wonderful 1950s. Shortly after physicists had managed to build the first nuclear fission reactor and echoes of …
Why does car sickness occur? Which driving method is comfortable for passengers?
Being aware of the passengers comfort is crucial when driving, especially elderly people, whose legs and hips may become weak …
Kia e-Soul and Telluride big winners of 2020 World Car Awards
Kia is the big winner of the 2020 World Car Awards. The e-Soul was voted ‘World Urban Car’ and the …
Mazda RX-7, the best selling rotary engine car ever
The Mazda RX-7 was decisive for the future of the Japanese car manufacturer Mazda. Thanks to the RX-7, Mazda gained …
How Nissan Z-Series evolved over the years, 370Z 50th Anniversary
The iconic sports range celebrates half a century of life. Lets examine how it all started and evolved over the …
Best electric cars in Europe that do not give range anxiety on highways
The days when electric cars were only useful for short urban journeys are almost behind us. Manufacturers strive to increase …
What would urban transport look like in the 2050s?
By 2050, the world will be urban, nearly 70 percent of the world’s population will live in cities, many of …
How Audi evolved over the years and plans to electrify its fleet
In the U.S., German automakers rule the luxury market. But among them, Audi looks at first like an absolute laggard. …
How sustainable are electric vehicles compared to internal combustion engine cars?
Bracing towards a greener future, electric vehicles are performing better by the day and convincing buyers around the world. It …
Top 5 affordable used SUVs that make you look rich
These are the five top affordable luxury SUVs that will make you look rich. But you should keep this in …
Toyota Camry vs Tesla Model 3 cost of ownership after 5 years
After five years of ownership which car costs less? A Toyota Camry Hybrid, or a Tesla Model 3 Standard Range …
Why is BMW struggling with electrification of its fleet?
BMW has long called itself the ultimate driving machine but lately it does not seem to be the ultimate destination …
Tire wear improves road grip and cornering traction, why is that?
Tire manufacturers have come a long way and now employ new techniques that maximizes the performance of tires throughout its …
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SUV beats all Tesla models in fuel economy
Tesla has jacked up prices for its Superchargers to the point that its taking heavy toll on fuel economy. Its …
Why did Smart car fail in the United States?
Smart car was first made by a collaboration between a German automaker and a Swiss watch company. It was created …
Why did Hummer fail in America?
In the 1990s, Arnold Schwarzenegger, a popular Hollywood actor, requested U.S. defense contractor to sell him a military truck which …
Why is Toyota Land Cruiser Abandoning America?
Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the longest lasting and widely respected brand in the automobile industry because of its …
Top 5 Midsize SUVs that will last over 300,000 miles
Following is the list of top 5 Midsize SUVs that have excellent track record of reliability and should be expected …