New 2019 Ram 1500 Includes Mild Hybrid Drivetrains

FCA’s bestselling vehicle bar none. For the first time, Ram 1500/2500/3500 sales crossed the 500,000-unit threshold in 2017. Beyond that important number is an interesting fact: the current-generation model was nearing the end of its life cycle. Usually, product sales begin to fizzle late in a model run. Not so … Read more

Mcity Provides a Testing Ground for Autonomous Vehicles

Autonomous driving test facilities are few in number. The University of Michigan and the Michigan Department of Transportation have partnered to build Mcity, a facility where connected cars and autonomous driving can be put through the paces. It is understood that driverless vehicles will eventually become commonplace on America’s roads. … Read more

Autonomous Driving: Well, Not Exactly

Autonomous driving is one of the buzzwords that piques the interest of futurists. Just the thought of driving from Point A to Point B while taking a nap has some people clamoring for the technology. Certainly the safety aspect is important too, thus insurers, regulators and manufacturers are also advocating … Read more

Avis Acquires Zipcar Car Sharing Service

Zipcar is the worlds largest car sharing service, a Cambridge, Massachusetts company that was launched in 2000. Based on a popular European car sharing initiative, the first Zipcars hit the road in 2000. Zipcar vehicles are typically found around large universities and in urban areas, a business model that has … Read more