VW announces EPA-estimated mileage of all-new Atlas with new EA888 evo5 engine On June 4, Volkswagen of America announced the official U.S. EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings for the 2027 Atlas SUV that will launch this fall. Built at the Chattanooga Assembly Plant in Tennessee, it features the new EA888 evo5 turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder TSI engine, which produces 282 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic transmission and f...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/06

U.S. EPA proposes to delay Biden-era Tier 4 vehicle emission standards On May 14, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin proposed a deregulatory action to delay the compliance deadlines for Biden-era emission standards for light-and medium-duty vehicles for two years until model year (MY) 2029 following the shift away from electric vehicles (EVs). The announcement is Part 1 of a comprehensive review of the Tier 4 stan...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

urbo (VC-Turbo) engine rated for 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque, paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission and standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive.  The advanced VC-Turbo engine seamlessly adjusts its compression ratio to optimize for performance or efficiency as the driver demands, resulting in EPA fuel estimates of 20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined. QX65 offers ADAS tech that includes standard Predictive Forward Collision Warni...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

Sundram Fasteners, India updates about US truck parts orders, tariff situation and EV-related business In an investor update, Sundram Fasteners disclosed that Class 8 truck preliminary orders in January–March 2026 were nearly double the year-ago period, driven by clarity on EPA 2027 emission norms (enforcement from January 1, 2027) and a mild pre-buy cycle beginning to build. On tariffs, US reciprocal duties have been reduced to 10%, though Se...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

GM announces new 3.0L Duramax diesel engine for economy, towing strength On May 1, General Motors announced that its latest 3.0L Duramax diesel continues the brand’s light-duty diesel lineage, combining strong towing capability with excellent highway range.  The engine delivers 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque, and in a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD SUV, offers an EPA-estimated 624 miles of highway range, achieving EPA figures of 22 mpg city, 26 mpg ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

torque, paired with an Allison automatic transmission. The powertrain is engineered specifically for propane from block to valvetrain, delivering performance without relying on conversions or retrofits.Nashville marks a key milestone for Nexio as it begins accepting vehicle orders at the show. With EPA and CARB certification progressing and start-of-production approaching, the NPGA Expo represents a major opportunity to transition from demonstrat...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

EPA eases DEF sensor requirements, allowing NOx-based compliance The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued new guidance eliminating the requirement for diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) sensors, allowing manufacturers to rely on NOx sensors to meet emissions compliance standards. The move aims to address widespread reliability concerns tied to DEF system failures, particularly among commercial vehicle operators, and is expected to reduce...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/11

st single automotive glass fabrication facility. The blaze started on the roof of a newer 600,000-square-foot expansion building where the company was establishing additional manufacturing lines, and after rekindled again on March 24, burned for nearly 48 hours before being brought under control.  EPA personnel were on site March 25 to monitor for particulates and volatile organic compounds in the air as Moraine and area firefighters worked to c...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

100km/h acceleration time of 4.6s, a top speed of 250km/h, and a WLTC fuel consumption of 6.87L/100km. The next-generation Audi A6L comes with a 14.5-inch panoramic center console display and the Huawei ADS (Advanced Driving System) solution, supporting features such as LCA (Lane Change Assist) and EPA (Enhanced Parking Assist) for the top variant. Concurrently, the Audi A6L e-tron, the first PPE (Premium Platform Electric)-based battery electric...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Honda earns EPA ENERGY STAR awards at seven U.S. plants On March 11, Honda announced that seven of its U.S. manufacturing plants have earned the 2025 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification for Outstanding Energy Efficiency, demonstrating the commitment by Honda to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.  Honda’s U.S. plants, including those building vehicles and power units, earning ENERGY STAR certificati...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

Vehicles will continue rolling off the low-volume validation assembly line in the coming weeks as Aptera expands its validation fleet. Units produced on the low-volume line will be used for thermal validation, brake performance, and some destructive testing to support regulatory self-certification, EPA certification, and progress toward salable vehicles.  The low-volume validation assembly line is also being used to optimize build sequences, imp...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/07

Honda tops latest U.S. EPA Trends Report for fuel efficiency On February 26, Honda announced that according to the new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Automotive Trends Report it leads the U.S. auto industry with the highest fleet average fuel economy of all OEMs producing a full line up of ICE-powered and electrified vehicles in America. Honda ranked as the most fuel-efficient full-line automaker for the 2024 model year (MY2024), the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/28

Kia announces pricing for first-ever 2027 Telluride HEV in U.S. On February 26, Kia America announced pricing for the first-ever 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid 3-row SUV starting below USD 47,000 for a FWD EX trim. The turbo hybrid powertrain provides confident performance and acceleration, with an EPA-estimated rating of 35 mpg combined,  and a total driving range of 637 miles on the EX FWD trim. Offered in EX, SX, X-Line SX, SX-Prestige and X-Line ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/28

Daimler Truck North America introduces new heavy-duty diesel engine generation On February 23, Detroit, Daimler Truck North America’s powertrain brand and leading manufacturer of heavy-duty truck engines, announced its new Gen 6 heavy-duty engine portfolio, comprised of the DD13, DD15 and DD16. The Detroit Gen 6 engines are fully compliant with the EPA’s 2027 standard and will be available for all heavy-duty Freightliner and Western Star truc...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

eAxles, with 338 combined system horsepower and 198/125 lb-ft of  torque on the front/rear electric motors that accelerates the vehicle from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds. The C-HR has a 74.7 kWh lithium-ion battery, 11-kW on-board AC charger, and NACS charging port capable of Level 3 DC fast-charging. EPA-estimated range rating is 287 miles on the SE grade with 18-inch wheels, and 273 miles on the XSE grade with 20-inch wheels.  (Toyota release on ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

e extra length provides 74.3 cubic feet of storage with second row seats folded flat, versus the bZ model’s 67.1 cubic feet. Equipped with standard all-wheel drive with X-MODE, the bZ Woodland has a net combined system output of 375 hp that enables acceleration from 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds and an EPA-estimated total driving range rating of up to 281 miles (260 miles for models equipped with optional all-terrain tire). The bZ Woodland comes with...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

U.S. EPA kills landmark greenhouse gas finding used in vehicle regulations On February 12, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the single largest deregulatory action in U.S. history. In its final ruling, the EPA is eliminating both the Obama-era 2009 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Endangerment Finding and all subsequent federal GHG emission standards for all vehicles and engines of model years 2012 to 2027 and beyo...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/14

Rogue PHEV is built alongside the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV on which it is based, in Okazaki, Japan. The three-row 2026 Rogue PHEV offers an estimated 38 miles of all-electric driving on a full charge for everyday trips, plus up to 420 miles of total driving range for longer trips, with an official EPA fuel economy estimate of 64 MPGe.  The Rogue PHEV features standard Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, and has a total system output of 248 hp and 322 ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

was discontinued in 2023. The refreshed Bolt EV keeps a familiar design, now closer in size to the former Bolt EUV, with more interior updates than exterior changes.  The 2027 Bolt uses a 65 kWh LFP battery, producing 210 hp and 169 lb-ft of torque, that with a new LFP battery provides an updated EPA-estimated range of 262 miles, exceeding both the previous Bolt EV and EUV. It supports 150 kW DC fast charging (10–80% in about 26 minutes) and ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Chevrolet starts Express Max EV 2026 sales in Mexico On December 3, Chevrolet announced the start of commercialization of the Express Max EV 2026 van in Mexico. The model is powered by a 204 hp electric motor delivering 243 lb-ft of torque with FWD. The short version uses a 77-kWh battery with an EPA-estimated range of 277 km, while the long version is equipped with an 88.8-kWh battery offering an EPA-estimated range of 302 km. Cargo capacity rea...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04