March 2021

Project Trinity: High range, short charge time planned for VW EV in 2026



(March 6, 2021) WOLFSBURG, Germany — Volkswagen is giving a first design preview of Project Trinity. The electrically powered sedan is to be built in Wolfsburg staring in 2026 and is expected to set new standards in terms of range, charging speed and digitization — as well as being able to drive highly automated according to Level 4. The project name Trinity is derived from the Latin “trinitas” and stands for the tri-unity.

DeSoto business coupe



The rusting remains of a 1937 DeSoto business coupe rest peacefully in an eastern North Carolina woods. Notice the portawall, also known as a whitewall insert, falling off the rear tire. 
(Photo by Jim Meachen)

Flying blind

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DRIVER'S SIDE DIATRIBE
By Al Vinikour  

It never ceases to amaze me how many people will leave their cars parked outside overnight, walk out the front door, start up the engine…and go. Not that there’s anything wrong with that…UNLESS IT’S WINTER AND THE CAR IS COVERED WITH ICE AND SNOW!!!
 

Honda launches next generation Honda SENSING Elite safety system



(March 5, 2021) Honda has announced that it will begin leasing in Japan of the Honda Legend EX equipped with Honda SENSING Elite today. Striving to realize a collision-free society based on its global safety slogan, “Safety for Everyone,” Honda has long been at the forefront of the research and development of safety technologies. The introduction of the Legend equipped with Honda SENSING Elite represents the next step forward in the area of advanced safety technology.

Dodge joins MTN DEW and Speedway for 'Change Your Garage' contest



(March 5, 2021) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Dodge brand joins the latest extension of the MTN DEW and Speedway year-long platform “Year of DEW,” with the introduction of “Charge Your Garage.” MTN DEW, Speedway and Dodge are charging fans’ garages with the chance to take home a 2021 Durango R/T powered by the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8.
 

Porsche Cross Turismo — The all-rounder among electric sports cars



(March 5, 2021) ATLANTA — The Taycan Cross Turismo EV draws on the strengths of its sport sedan sibling. This means that it shares its focus on performance, on providing a sure-footed, fun and exciting driving experience as well as refinement and comfort when required while defining its own place in the market, as every Porsche strives to do. The Taycan Cross Turismo adds to this mix with increased ground clearance and cargo capacity, making it more adept when the conditions are challenging and more versatile, yet it still remains a Porsche at its core.




Electrify America introduces redesigned mobile app for EV charging



(March 4, 2021) RESTON, Va. — Electrify America has rolled out a full redesign of its industry-leading mobile app to provide electric vehicle (EV) drivers with a simple and inclusive ‘one stop’ solution for all their transportation and mobility needs. The new version of the app is available now through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Audi and Arcadia offer renewable energy subscription with 2021 Audi e-tron



(March 4, 2021) HERNDON, Va. — Audi of America is offering qualified customers who purchase or lease an electric  2021 e-tron or e-tron Sportback a subscription to Arcadia at no additional charge for up to five years. Arcadia connects renters and homeowners across the U.S. to wind and solar energy through utility data and billing technology.