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The deadly trio on U.S. roads — Speeding, distractions, and aggression

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AAA survey finds 'Most Dangerous'
drivers on the road more frequently

(December 7, 2024) A new report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety illuminates this issue by categorizing drivers based on their self-reported risky behaviors. Speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving emerged as the most prevalent dangerous habits. The annual Traffic Safety Culture Index (TSCI) survey identified five distinct driver profiles.

First Drive

2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV

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MIAMI — Chevrolet’s use of the Blazer nameplate dates back to the late 1960s and the vehicle itself has gone through many incarnations since debuting as a pickup truck for the 1969 model year before eventually morphing into the familiar SUV we know today. It even went through a production hiatus that lasted 14 years until the company resurrected it for 2019 as a mid-size, 2-row Crossover SUV with a base 4-cylinder engine and optional V6.

2025 Genesis G70 3.3T

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PHOENIX — in the highly competitive midsize luxury car segment that includes varsity brands such as the Audi A4, BMW 3-Series and Lexus IS among others, the Genesis G70 with the most powerful base engine, flush with sophistication and design style with richly luxurious cabin environs, excellent warranty, along with the lowest price in its class makes it the convincing choice you may not have expected.

2025 Volvo S90

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PHOENIX — Just three years ago Volvo announced a goal to build and sell only 100% fully electric vehicles by 2030 while phasing out all of its internal combustion engine models including hybrids. Since that time and just last month — September 2024 — Volvo had a change in plans and announced it was walking back its 100% EV agenda and now pledges a 90 to 100% goal that includes EVs and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). By 2025, Volvo expects 50 to 60% of sales to be electrified.

Vehicle of the Week

2024 Kia EV6 GT — Packed with horsepower, but lacking range

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By Jim Meachen
Editor, MotorwayAmerica.com

(December 1, 2024) If I were shopping for an electric vehicle I would be carrying a long list of "must see" EVs and an additional "must have" list. Topping the must haves is range — as much range as possible. Performance is great, and even more than great if it's a 0-to-60-in-3.4-second 2024 Kia EV6 GT — my test car for the week. But it wouldn't be on my shopping list. It's the range bugaboo.

Here's the Thing

GasBuddy reports national gas price average falls below $3 a gallon

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(December 6, 2024) The national average price of gas in the U.S. this week fell below $3 per gallon for the first time since May 10, 2021, according to GasBuddy, a fuel savings platform saving North American drivers the most money on gas. As of 12:30 p.m. ET on Monday, Dec. 2, the national average stood at $2.999 per gallon.

Gas prices plunge to three-year low

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(December 6, 2024) WASHINGTON, D.C. — Like a glacier grinding its way to the sea, the national average for a gallon of gas is closing in on the $3 mark, shedding three cents since last week to $3.03.  It has been less than a dime away from $3 for over a month as the waffling decline has been agonizingly slow.  The last time the national average was below $3 was May 11, 2021.

Chrysler Pacifica and The Elf on the Shelf create holiday magic this season

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Holiday campaign to run through
Christmas Eve across social media

(December 5, 2024) AUBUN HILLS, Mich. — Chrysler brand is joining forces with The Elf on the Shelf to create and spread holiday magic this season. Following its successful Halloween Trunk or Treat campaign, Chrysler Pacifica is now set to help parents who don’t happen to have a sleigh in their garage, becoming the “official minivan of the holiday season."
 

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Inside the Industry

Nissan charging network adds access to 17,800 Tesla superchargers

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(December 6, 2024) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nissan Ariya drivers will gain access to 17,800 Tesla Superchargers within the NISSAN ENERGY Charge Network (NECN) beginning on Dec. 10. The expansion brings the total NECN to more than 100,000 public chargers in the US and 25,000 in Canada.

U.S.-built Polestar 3 EPA-rated at 350-mile range

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Production has started
at Charleston Volvo plant

(December 6, 2024) GOTHENBURG, Sweden  — Polestar has started U.S. production of the Long range Single motor variant of its flagship SUV, the Polestar 3. Complete with a certified EPA range of up to 350 miles, the full-size SUV offers one of the longest ranges in its class and all for a new entry price of $67,500.

A vision for Range Rover SV Bespoke — Presenting Range Rover SV Candeo

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Range Rover SV Candeo on display
at Design Miami through Dec. 8

(December 5, 2024) MIAMI —Against the sunlit ocean vistas of Miami, Range Rover has unveiled the most highly crafted vehicle ever produced by the Range Rover SV Bespoke team — introducing the Range Rover SV Candeo. A one-of-one collector’s vehicle, this unique long-wheelbase model represents the pinnacle of Range Rover SV Bespoke — a vision for future personalization finishes available from 2026 model year.

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Abandoned Car of the Week

Advance Design Chevy

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This Chevrolet Panel Van found in retirement in Durango, Col., is one of the post-war Advance Design Chevrolets built from 1947 through 1953 with very little exterior design changes. The panel trucks were built at four assembly plants in Baltimore; Janesville, Wis.; Atlanta, Ga.; and Oakland, Calif. They came with one of three available inline 6-cylinder engines and a 3/4 speed manual transmission. (Photo by Jim Prueter)