Dacia Offers New Cars Without a Center Screen for Sale
The increasing reliance on digital screens in vehicles is becoming a safety concern. In the effort to provide sleek, contemporary vehicle interiors, automakers have pushed for prominent, center-mounted touchscreens, eliminating tactile buttons and dials. However, these screens can be distracting, leading to safety implications. Euro NCAP, a European car safety performance assessment program, has recognized this risk and announced that starting from 2026, vehicles lacking physical controls for certain functions would face a lower safety…
New Off-Road Tires and Bigger Screen Spotted on 2025 Ford Maverick
The Ford Maverick, one of the leading vehicles in the automobile industry, has recently been spotted in Dearborn undergoing testing. Spy photographers managed to capture intriguing details that give a glimpse into forthcoming updates, moving the model further from its Escape-based origins. The updates include a variety of exterior design changes and tech enhancements. The Expectations for the Refreshed Ford Maverick The Maverick continues to remain immensely popular amongst automobile enthusiasts and road-users, likely due…
The Rear Pillar of the New Kia K4 is Unusual
In this article, we take a deep dive into the unveiling of Kia's latest car model: the K4. Replacing the compact Forte sedan, the K4 is poised to make significant waves within the automotive industry. Among other enticing elements, its unique design and impressive features contribute to the anticipatory excitement ahead of its debut. The K4 Replaces the Forte Kia has announced plans to replace the compact Forte sedan with a new model, the K4.…
Ford Sets High Targets for Software Sales to Small Business Truck Fleets
Introduction Ford Motor Company, with its commercial unit Ford Pro, is making advancements into a profitable market - software-related vehicle services. Aiming to provide these services to small and medium-sized fleet operators, Ford Pro is hoping to yield significant financial perks. This approach, paired with Ford's focus on connected-vehicle services such as driver monitoring systems, provides a glimpse into how the future of the automotive industry is shaping up. With competitors like Geotab and Verizon…
First Drive of 2024 Lincoln Nautilus: Lincoln’s Ambitious Endeavour (with Minor Flaws)
For what seemed a bleak future for Lincoln, the company recaptured attention and interest with its radical overhaul of the interiors and exteriors of their next-generation offerings starting with the reborn Continental sedan in 2017 followed by the Navigator. The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus mirrors this turnaround with an eye-catching style and an affordable pricing unparalleled in its segment. The author draws a parallel between the innovation seen at Lincoln as akin to the game-changing milestone…
Futuristic Styling Distinguishes the Hyundai ST1 as an Electric Work Van
Hyundai, the international automobile manufacturer, recently revealed a novel electric van that has been term as a "fully electric work van of the future", called the ST1. Aimed at small futuristic businesses, the ST1 boasts a unique exterior design and a variety of utilitarian features that make it perfect for delivery services and professional services alike. It will be offered in different variations, from a regular cargo van to a refrigerated one, ensuring it serves…
The Interior of the 2025 Nissan GT-R Turns Blue
The Nissan 2025 GT-R, a long-awaited addition to the aging supercar roster, is poised for its debut in Japan. The car features several exciting modifications to its Premium Edition T-spec and Track Edition models, which include weight-balanced piston rings, connecting rods, and crankshafts meant to enhance the engine's performance and minimize turbo lag. This futuristic move by Nissan not only showcases its dedication to technological advancement but also sets the bar high for supercar production…
The 2025 Nissan GT-R Could be the Last R35 Model before Discontinuation
The beloved Nissan GT-R, known as Godzilla, may soon be heading towards extinction. According to a report in Japanese magazine Mag X, Nissan may announce on March 14 that the 2025 model year will be the last for the iconic coupe. With the discontinuation of the Kia Stinger, Audi R8, and Audi TT, the Nissan GT-R now holds the title as the nameplate with the longest tenure on death row in the automotive industry. From…
Toyota Approves Largest Salary Increase in 25 Years, Setting Stage for BOJ Transition
After years of modest pay growth, Japanese workers are starting to see increases in their wages. Some of Japan's biggest corporations such as Toyota, Panasonic, Nippon Steel, and Nissan have agreed to meet union demands for a wage hike. This is significant as it can pave the way for an end to the years of negative interest rates, enabling the central bank to make critical policy changes. While these are promising developments which could also…
Discovering INFINITI’s Signature Japanese Design
In the vast and intricate landscape of automotive design, INFINITI emerges as a distinguished and unique entity. A brand that is deeply soaked in its Japanese origins, INFINITI’s design reflects not just the aesthetics but also the philosophical undercurrents that form its identity. The essence of INFINITI's design philosophy pivots around three cardinal Japanese principles - Ma, Omotenashi, and Engawa. Each of these concepts signifies a nuanced aspect of Japanese craftsmanship and aesthetic valor, deeply…