July 2022

GM's EV Live to offer innovative EV education platform for everyone



(July 26, 2022) DETROIT — As part of its mission to make EV ownership accessible to all, General Motors has launched EV Live, an immersive, virtual experience that allows participants to interact one-on-one with EV specialists and learn everything about electric vehicles — for free.

GM’s OnStar unveils new brand identity, expands services





(July 25, 2022) DETROIT — General Motors’ OnStar has announced a new brand identity, ushering in the next generation of what safety and security means to its Members and the community. As the world continues to shift, the need for safety changes with it. And as a leader in safety for more than 25 years, OnStar is once again innovating to make sure safety is accessible for all.

A 1956 Chevy waiting for restoration


Chevrolet led in outstanding, desirable design in the mid 1960s. An example is the 1956 Chevy sedan. The '56 came in three trim levels — 150, 210 and the premium Bel Air. This four-door Bel Air sedan was the most popular, with 269,798 units sold. The most powerful engine was a 4-barrel Turbo-Fire V8 with dual exhausts rated at 205 horsepower. This example was found in Grifton, N.C. (Photo by Jim Meachen)

Final world record-breaking Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ delivered



(July 22, 2022) The Chiron Super Sport 300+ is the fastest Bugatti ever made, redefining what is possible when it comes to speed and aerodynamics. The final edition — built in honor of the model’s record-breaking 304.773 mph top speed run — has now been delivered, completing its production run of just 30 models.

All-new 2023 Honda Civic Type R revealed



(July 22, 2022) HAWTHORNE, Calif. — A global high-performance icon revered by driving enthusiasts around the world, the 2023 Honda Civic Type R has been revealed at a special event in Los Angeles with NTT Indy car series superstar driver Colton Herta behind the wheel.  The all-new Honda Civic Type R is the most powerful model in Type R's 30-year history, and has been engineered from the ground up to deliver "thrilling performance with an addictive driving experience" — both on road and on the racetrack.

Ford releases new battery capacity plan, raw materials details


(July 22, 2022) DEARBORN, Mich. — Building on strong demand for its new EVs, Ford has announced a series of initiatives for sourcing battery capacity and raw materials that light a clear path to reach its targeted annual run rate of 600,000 electric vehicles by late 2023 and more than 2 million by the end of 2026.