• Fri, December 6, 2024

by: MSN

Tesla's Three Upcoming Models And What They Mean For The American Automaker

Tesla is facing fierce competition as mainstream automakers stack their electric car lineups, but three new models will give Tesla its edge back

by: familydestinationsguide

This Vintage Auto Road Trip Will Take You To 12 Of Wisconsin's Most Jaw-Dropping Classic Car Collections That'll Rev Up Your Nostalgia

The Dahl Auto Museum is like stepping into a shiny, wheeled version of "Back to the Future." This place is so nostalgic, you half expect to see your grandpa cruising by in his first set of wheels. The museum's showroom is a feast for the eyes,

by: Yahoo

Is Michigan's auto industry careening into a ditch?

Consider: Detroit's automakers are laying off thousands of workers, scaling back electric vehicle projects and facing an incoming U.S. president whose promised policies could do them great harm. It all presents a big worry for a state in which 20% of its workers are employed in the auto and "mobility" sectors.

by: Automotive News

Stay Informed, Stay Ahead

by: Green Car Reports

Universal plug-and-charge coming to all EVs starting in 2025

by: Government Technology

Automakers See Returning Demand for Hybrid Vehicles

by: electronicsforu

Open-Source Dataset For Car Design With AI

MIT engineers have created the largest open-source dataset of car designs, complete with aerodynamic data, to accelerate the development of eco-friendly and electric vehicles.

by: IBTimes India

The Evolution of AI: How Deep Learning is Transforming Industries

Chirag Gajiwala aptly describes the rise of deep learning and neural networks is more than a technological advancement it is a revolution reshaping industries and driving innovation across the globe.

by: Bloomberg L.P.

Auto Production Tumbles in Canada Before Trump's Return as Detroit Pulls Back

Canadian automobile plants are set to produce about 1.3 million vehicles this year, the lowest level in decades outside the Covid pandemic, as US companies idle factories in the country amid slowing demand,

by: Market

Automotive systems and accessories

by: Hartford Courant

Hartford Courant - Your source for Connecticut breaking news, UConn sports, business, entertainment, weather and traffic

by: AM-online

EV sales soar to record high in November, taking 25% market share

The UK achieved a new milestone in electric vehicle (EV) adoption last month, with EVs accounting for over 25% of all car registrations in November, according to New AutoMotive's Electric Car Count.

by: familydestinationsguide

12 Nostalgic Attractions In Wisconsin That Will Take You On A Trip Down Memory Lane

Wisconsin's got you covered! From classic cars to circus elephants, these twelve attractions are like portals to th
  • Sat, December 7, 2024

by: GoodNewsNetwork

Good News, Inspiring, Positive Stories

by: Bloomberg L.P.

VW, Stellantis Brace For Another Rough Year in Auto Industry

by: The New York Times

Climate and Environment

Researchers are trying a new strategy to reintroduce Hawaiian crows, which have been extinct in the wild for two decades. By Catrin Einhorn President-elect Donald Trump's chief advisers would ...

by: MSN

Why is QuantumScape Corporation (QS) Among the Best Lithium and Battery Stocks to Invest In?

by: electrive

SAE strives for 'universal' Plug & Charge for the USA

The standardisation organisation SAE International is announcing a framework for 'universal' Plug & Charge in collaboration with the US government. It should be possible to automatically start and bill charging processes for any car at any public charging station.

by: Indiatimes

Invest with Confidence. Lead with Insights.

by: Forbes

30 Under 30 Transportation & Mobility 2025: These Young Founders Are Going Places

From electric vehicle charging services to more efficient maritime shipping to next-generation traffic barriers, these young entrepreneurs are finding new ways to power and move people and goods.

by: Al Jazeera English

Israel-Palestine conflict

by: Newsweek

Changes Coming to NASCAR Cup and Truck Series, Admits President Steve Phelps

NASCAR President Steve Phelps has announced upcoming changes to the Cup and Truck Series, focusing on innovation and collaboration with key stakeholders.

by: Business Insider

Business Insider: The Latest

Haley and Shane Mahabadi saved and planned for year before leaving their corporate jobs and traveling Southeast Asia full-time. AMD CEO Lisa Su said she didn't grow up with her distant cousin ...
  • Sun, December 8, 2024

by: tech

Mahindra Renames Electric SUV to BE 6 Amid Trademark Dispute with IndiGo

by: Forbes

Stellantis Shares Stabilize As Investors Ponder Tavares Demise

Stellantis shares stabilized after news of CEO Carlos Tavares's demise, as investors speculated about the implications.

by: The Indian Express

No diesel autorickshaws in Gurgaon from January

According to Regional Transport Authority Secretary and SDM Ravindra Kumar, currently there are 38,400 autorickshaws of all fuel types in the district, of which 1,015 run on diesel.
  • Mon, December 9, 2024

by: Impacts

7 Iconic Cars That Defined Their Eras

by: The New York Times

Chinese Carmakers Are Taking Mexico by Storm While Eyeing U.S.

BYD and other manufacturers are importing cars from China and scouting factory sites in Mexico as part of a global expansion that, for now, excludes the United States.

by: Politico

Sean Duffy's week on the Hill

— Sean Duffy, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for DOT secretary, is visiting with lawmakers this week, including incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune. — Thursday is the big day: Reps. Sam Graves and Rick Crawford will present to the Republican Steering Committee on why they should chair the House Transportation panel.

by: Truck News

Trucking Announcements: Farquhar joins Gallagher; executive appointments at Hexagon, Motive

TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards within the trucking industry. This week, John Farquhar has joined Gallagher and Ben

by: MSN

How One Man's Fascination Led to a Lifetime With a Rare 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE

Staten Island, more properly called by its official name, Richmond, is New York City's fifth borough, as its residents sometimes proclaim it, and easily the most suburbanized of the city's precincts.

by: New Atlas

Flat-pack electric truck delivers the goods in developing nations

A UK-based company is on a mission to make goods haulage easier and cleaner for producers in developing nations. Now thanks to a multi-million-dollar deal, its electric-truck-as-a-service model is about to expand in Rwanda and neighboring regions.

by: ABC

How the pandemic brought out the off-road 'animal spirits' in drivers

"You can go out in the middle of nowhere and run around and go over boulders and enjoy the uncontaminated wilderness," Howard Sig, head of auctions at Bring a Trailer, told ABC News. "COVID brought out these animal spirits. Off-roading turned into a longer-term hobby and interest for some people."

by: Reuters

Stellantis' former head of Ram returns to run the brand

Stellantis' former head of Ram is returning to the company just months after announcing his retirement, as the automaker seeks to strengthen its leadership team following the unexpected resignation of CEO Carlos Tavares.

by: Wall Street Journal

Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk

Read about Porsche SE, Rheinmetall, European defense companies and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Auto and Transport sector.

by: Middle East Institute

Renewable Energy and Morocco's New Green Industries Can Expand Women and Youth Employment through Sustainable Development

Morocco is a regional leader in renewable energy development. The country's success stems from its multi-faceted green energy ecosystem that is giving rise to international renewable energy export supply chains based on production of green hydrogen,

by: The Canary

Car manufacturers are NOT committed to tackling the climate crisis - despite the EV bluster

Research shows most global car manufacturers are not financially committed to investing in electrification and low-carbon business models

by: Ars Technica

EV charging infrastructure isn't just for road trippers

The good news is that charging infrastructure really is growing. It doesn't always feel that way—the $7.5 billion allocated under the Inflation Reduction Act for charging infrastructure has to be disbursed via state departments of transportation,

by: D'MARGE

Elon Musk's IQ Rivals Einstein's, But His Brilliant Mind Comes With a Dark Side

Musk's influence on the automotive world is equally immense. Leading Tesla to prominence in the electric vehicle market, it is now the most innovative brand in the world, with models such as the Model S, Model 3, and the futuristic Cybertruck, which have taken the world by storm.

by: MSN

Chain of Rocks Bridge reaches midway point with new span open

The first new span of the new Chain of Rocks Bridge has been completed, marking the midway point of the bridge's construction. Authorities with both IDOT and MODOT are calling the opening of the first span of the new bridge over the Mississippi River a significant milestone.
  • Tue, December 10, 2024

by: Gulf News

Automechanika Dubai 2024 kicks off at DWTC with record breaking exhibitors

Automechanika Dubai, the largest automotive aftermarket trade exhibition in the Middle East, starts today at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Now in its 21st edition, the event boasts record exhibitor numbers and runs until December 12, welcoming 56,000 visitors over three days.

by: Yahoo Finance

Super Dispatch Names Matt Bradley as CEO to Lead the Next Phase of Transformation for Auto Transport Platform

Super Dispatch, the industry-leading automotive transportation management platform, today announces the appointment of Matt Bradley as chief executive officer (CEO). Taking the helm from former CEO Bek Abdullayev who founded the company and will now be the executive chairman of the board of directors,

by: Reuters

AutoZone misses first-quarter profit, revenue estimates

Automotive parts retailer AutoZone missed estimates for first-quarter profit and revenue on Tuesday, hurt by higher raw material prices and a stronger dollar.

by: Bloomberg L.P.

A Boom in Earnings for Car-Carrying Ships Is Starting to Fade

Since the pandemic, earnings for ships that move cars across the oceans have soared to record levels, fueled by booming global trade in vehicles. The rally is starting to fade.

by: WPRI 12

Satellite offers potential clues about what went wrong with the Washington Bridge

Data from the European Space Agency shows unusual movement on the westbound bridge in the period before its sudden closure.

by: Forbes

The Renewable Energy Revolution In The Automotive Industry

The Renewable Energy Revolution In The Automotive Industry. Here is a look at how renewable energy is impacting cars and here's a look at what's coming next.
  • Thu, December 5, 2024

by: MSN

Did Biodiesel Fail? Here's What Happened To The Renewable Fuel

Biodiesel fuels attracted a lot of attention in the 2000s, but today have largely been overshadowed by EVs. What happened, and where are they now?

by: jdpower

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Did Biodiesel Fail? Here's What Happened To The Renewable Fuel

Biodiesel fuels attracted a lot of attention in the 2000s, but today have largely been overshadowed by EVs. What happened, and where are they now?

The article from MSN discusses the trajectory of biodiesel, a renewable fuel made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled restaurant grease, which was once heralded as a promising alternative to traditional diesel. Initially, biodiesel gained traction due to its environmental benefits, including lower emissions of greenhouse gases and pollutants. However, several challenges have impacted its widespread adoption. These include the high cost of production, competition with food crops for land use, and issues with feedstock availability and quality. Over time, the enthusiasm for biodiesel has waned due to these economic and logistical hurdles, as well as the rise of other alternative fuels like electric and hydrogen. Despite these setbacks, biodiesel still plays a role in the renewable energy sector, particularly in blends with conventional diesel, but its path has been fraught with difficulties that have prevented it from becoming the dominant alternative fuel as once hoped.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/did-biodiesel-fail-here-s-what-happened-to-the-renewable-fuel/ar-AA1vlgmF


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