February 2022

Elon Musk Calls NHTSA The “Fun Police” Over Tesla Boombox Recall

Elon Musk has labeled the NHTSA the Fun Police, as the agency cracks down on Tesla’s Boombox functionality. Musk’s statement on Twitter was a reply to a follower inquiring why the feature had been recalled. The latest recall makes it the 11th in just over three months. The Boombox feature allowed Tesla users to broadcast

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Unifor President Jerry Dias takes medical leave to deal with health issues

Unifor National President Jerry Dias said Wednesday he is taking time off to deal with health issues. The head of the union that represents hourly workers at Detroit 3 plants in Canada and thousands of workers at Canadian auto parts facilities, is currently serving a third and final term as head of Unifor. “To my

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Biden administration expected to reinstate Calif. authority to set tougher emissions rules

WASHINGTON — The nation’s largest auto market and the world’s fifth-largest economy could soon regain the authority to set its own auto tailpipe rules and zero-emission vehicle mandates that are more stringent than federal standards. The EPA is expected as soon as this week to reissue a waiver under the Clean Air Act allowing California

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Jaguar Land Rover, Nvidia will collaborate on in-vehicle software

Jaguar Land Rover and Nvidia will collaborate to develop software-based technology for Jaguars and Land Rovers launching in 2025 and beyond. The companies did not disclose the financial terms of their multiyear agreement. The partnership is a high-profile win for Nvidia’s effort to expand its reach in the auto industry, building on its base in

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2022 Subaru Ascent

What kind of car is the 2022 Subaru Ascent? What does it compare to? The 2022 Ascent is Subaru’s largest crossover SUV, with seating for up to eight people and standard all-wheel drive. Rivals include the Kia Telluride, Ford Explorer, and Honda Pilot. Is the 2022 Subaru Ascent a good car? Review continues below Sold

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2022 Kia Seltos

What kind of car is the 2022 Kia Seltos? What does it compare to? The Seltos anchors Kia’s crossover lineup with a five-seater with available all-wheel drive, which the smaller Soul lacks. With that feature and crisp styling, the 2022 Seltos also sports a smart base price of $23,665. Rivals include the Hyundai Kona, Kia

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