January 2021

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 12 2021 - 4:13pm

2021 NAIAS Cancelled, Motor Bella to Host Detroit Auto Show in Pontiac

Citing concerns over hosting a large, indoor event, the 2021 North American International Auto Show in Detroit’s TCF Center has been cancelled and in its place, an event called Motor Bella will be held at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, allowing automakers to display their vehicles out in the open air for a week in September.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Outback AEB

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 12 2021 - 10:56am

IIHS Says New Subaru Model's Rear Automatic E-Braking Saves You Time And Money

Consumers say safety performance is a key factor when looking for a new car or SUV. Check out a new report from IIHS about Subaru’s rear auto-emergency braking system.

Tesla global market share pie chart by John Goreham

By John Goreham G+ Jan 12 2021 - 9:50am

What Tesla’s Global Market Share Pie Chart Tells Us About Tesla's Coming Acquisitions

Tesla cannot build its way to any meaningful market share. If Tesla really wants to play in the big leagues it will have to acquire other automakers or buy their production capacity. Here’s why it isn't already happening.

Tesla market share chart by John Goreham

By John Goreham G+ Jan 12 2021 - 8:44am

Here’s What Tesla’s Current Market Share Looks Like Globally, In the US, In China, and In Europe

We calculate Tesla’s current share of the three main global marketplaces that have adopted green vehicles. Here’s Tesla’s present-day share worldwide, in the US, in Europe, and in China.

2021 Subaru Forester pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 12 2021 - 7:44am

10-Best Cars For Tall People - New Subaru Forester And Legacy Are The Roomiest

What are the best cars for tall people? A new report says the 2021 Subaru Forester and Legacy each score one of the ten best.

By Max Larsen Jan 12 2021 - 7:33am

Porsche 718 Sales Have Taken A Downturn In Recent Years

The beloved little Porsche 718 is one of the best entry-level driving machines on sale, but sales themselves haven’t been looking great.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 12 2021 - 6:58am

What North American Car of the Year Means for the Hyundai Elantra

NACTOY accolade will help 2021 Hyundai Elantra stand out in a segment no longer coveted by most consumers, including Hyundai buyers in 2020.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 12 2021 - 6:34am

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By Mary Conway Jan 11 2021 - 9:35pm

Gamers Take Note - C8 Corvette Stingray Racing Into Forza

Gamers will soon be able to race the amazing Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray. Forza is adding one of the most popular performance vehicles to its gaming systems.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jan 11 2021 - 1:51pm

2021 Ford F-150 Named North American Truck Of The Year

14th-generation F-150 beats out Ram TRX and Jeep Gladiator Mojave to bring home prestigious honor. 2021 F-150 is one of two Ford vehicles to win accolades as Mustang Mach-E takes home Utility of the Year title.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jan 11 2021 - 12:21pm

2021 Mustang Mach-E Named North American Utility Of The Year

All-electric crossover gives ‘validation’ to Mustang Mach-E. This is the fourth major recognition for Ford’s brand-new electric crossover that will rival Tesla.

2021 Subaru Forester, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Outback

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 11 2021 - 10:56am

The 5 Best SUVs In Resale Value - Subaru Forester, Crosstrek, Outback Score Top 3

What cars retain their value best? Check out the top SUVs and cars list. The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, Forester, and Outback top the list.

Delivery Chart - Tesla vs. Toyota by John Goreham

By John Goreham G+ Jan 11 2021 - 9:14am

Tesla’s US Deliveries Remain Nearly Flat As Toyota Hybrids Grow By 37%

Since 2018, Toyota’s American-market green vehicle deliveries have outpaced Tesla’s by a remarkable amount. Here is a detailed at look at why.

2021 Subaru Ascent, pricing, features, specs

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 11 2021 - 7:48am

Investigation Into Subaru Ascent Transmission Problems Could Bring A New Lawsuit

A new report says the Subaru Ascent transmission problems are being investigated. Will the findings bring a new lawsuit against Subaru?

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 11 2021 - 5:51am

5 Things Hyundai Can Learn from the Apple Battery Deal

There are five things Hyundai can learn from a battery deal with Apple that could revolutionize the way it sells electric vehicles.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 11 2021 - 5:40am

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By Max Larsen Jan 11 2021 - 5:23am

The Porsche Taycan 4S Claims The New EV Cannonball Title, Previously Held By The Tesla Model 3

A journalist took his opportunity to beat the Tesla's record, in a Porsche Taycan 4S.

By Mary Conway Jan 10 2021 - 9:34pm

GM Updates its Logo to Signal New EV Era

With products like the 2022 GMC Hummer EV Supertruck heading to market, GM is trying to look more modern. They are transforming their logo to reflect how the automaker is transforming.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jan 10 2021 - 11:27am

Business Analysts Believe Mustang Mach-E Can Add Value To Ford Stock And Possibly Negatively Impact Tesla’s Valuation

As production and delivery ramps up of the 2021 Mustang Mach-E, how well it sells and how well its reviewed and received will be impactful for Ford Motor Company. Tesla’s stock value is historical and unheralded while Ford’s stock is middling.

2021 Subaru Crosstrek, 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Sport, pricing, specs, features

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 10 2021 - 7:57am

4X4 Magazine Says Subaru Crosstrek Is Best AWD Crossover Of The Year Again

The 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is starting to pick up global awards. See why it wins Crossover Of The Year 2021 from 4X4 Magazine.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 10 2021 - 7:54am

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By Armen Hareyan G+ Jan 9 2021 - 11:17pm

Tesla Avoids Huge Recall After NHTSA Says Sudden Acceleration Is A Human Problem

NHTSA has decided not to open an investigation into Tesla because the regulator concluded that Tesla's unexpected acceleration problem is caused by user error.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Jan 9 2021 - 11:06pm

NIO ET7's Autonomous Driving: Real Alternative To Tesla's Autopilot

Today NIO unveiled it's ET7 EV sedan with a catchy design. In addition to the purely electric drive and 620 miles (1000km) of range, it is equipped for autonomous driving. The ET7 knows how to discreetly accommodate the sensors and necessary technology in the exterior.

By Tinsae Aregay Jan 9 2021 - 2:33pm

Tesla Using Mobile Heaters In Giga Berlin To Keep Workers Warm And Accelerate Manufacturing

Footage of Gigafactory Berlin flyover seems to show Tesla has installed mobile heaters. These heaters are installed in the body in two areas of the plant and might be being used to warm the area for the workers or to provide heat for equipment installation.

By Jimmy Dinsmore Jan 9 2021 - 12:42pm

See Why The Ford Bronco Sport Is More Goat Than Horse

Ford to debut new commercial “Raised by Goats” during NFL playoffs. G.O.A.T mode to be shown off as integral part of Bronco Sport.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 9 2021 - 7:15am

Who Makes The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars? Subaru Is Now Number 3 With An AWD Lineup

Are the 2021 Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek, and Ascent models fuel efficient? A new EPA report says Subaru’s all-wheel-drive lineup is number three. See who is number one and two.

By Denis Flierl G+ Jan 9 2021 - 7:13am

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By Armen Hareyan G+ Jan 8 2021 - 10:45pm

GM, VW, and Hyundai Are More Realistic Competitors To Tesla Than Toyota

Recently when I published a video report about Toyota coming with an electric vehicle offensive in 2021, a number of observers doubted Toyota's strength saying GM, VW and Hyundai are more realistic competitors to Tesla than Toyota, when it comes to producing electric cars in 2021.

By Marc Stern Jan 8 2021 - 6:26pm

Thieves Target F-150 Catalysts As Pandemic Goes On

With the continuing pandemic, more people are working from their homes. But. there is a tad of a problem with working from the house, vehicles are sitting for long periods of time in driveways or parking areas or on the street. They are open invitations to catalyst thieves.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 8 2021 - 1:30pm

Challenger Beats Mustang in Q4, Ford Takes 2020 Title

The Dodge Challenger was the only vehicle in the class of three to show positive growth in the fourth quarter of 2020, allowing it to lead the segment for the final stanza of the year, but the Ford Mustang still claimed the annual sales title while the Chevrolet Camaro posted its second-worst sales year, ever.

January 2021

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