Quantum Awarded Contract to Develop and Demonstrate Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles

IRVINE, CA – Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. has been awarded a $2.1 million contract by California's South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) to develop and demonstrate plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Quantum will develop, manufacture, and deploy 20 Ford Escape PHEVs for demonstration in Southern California.

OEMs Offer 2010-MY Commercial Fleet Incentives

Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Toyota, Subaru, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and Mazda announce their 2010-MY commercial fleet incentive programs.

Ram Questions Ford's 'Best-in-Class' F-450 Claim

Ram Truck is questioning Ford's claim that its 2015 F-450 holds the "best-in-class" towing rating for heavy-duty pickup trucks announced earlier this month.

Ford's 2019 Transit Connect Cargo Van

Ford's 2019 Transit Connect compact cargo van is adding a diesel engine option, fleet model, and array of driver-assisting features to reduce accidents for commercial users. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2018 Work Truck Show, as you can see in these photos. Read the full story here. Photos by Kim Pham.

First-Ever Federal Investigation of Crash Caused by Driver on a Cell Phone

In Memoriam: Stanley Kuryla

Industry leader passes away

EPA Initiates Effort to Update Fuel Economy Labeling Procedures

As part of the U.S. EPA's commitment to ensuring consumers are given accurate fuel economy values, the agency is revising its MPG estimates for the 2013 Ford C-MAX Hybrid and said it plans to update its fuel economy labeling regulations.

Didi Chuxing Plans Autonomous Ride-Sharing Platform

Chinese ride-hailer Didi Chuxing is in the early talks with 12 automakers, including the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance and Ford Motor Co., to set up an electric-vehicle autonomous ride-sharing service in China, reports Engadget.

Battery-electric Vehicles Achieve Top Scores in 2022 World Car Awards

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 took top honors. Other awarded models included the Mercedes Benz EQS, the Audi e-tron GT, the Toyota Yaris Cross, the KIA EV6, and the Ford Mustang Mach-e.