NADA; Right Answers? Wrong Questions! Exploding EV and other myths
Oct 10, 2018
Despite these being "incredibly exciting times" in the industry, those news media covering it that should have a "healthy skepticism" are not asking enough critical, sometimes disruptive questions, not challenging enough assertions, not asking for enough proof. (Except for The Auto Channel, see below) Those are what ne ... Continue reading
Ford Mustang’s Cobra Jet - “Feel It In Your Spine”
Aug 17, 2018
Roared doesn't live up to the actual thunder emitting from the 5.2-liter engine that powers this track eater that can lap up a quarter mile in a mere mid-8 seconds range. With media members standing around with hands over ears, it blasted out a noise that should come close to the decibel level of a jet plane engine at ... Continue reading
Ford's Mustang - 10 Million Cars and Counting Plus Lot's Of Memories
Aug 8, 2018
By Martha Hindes Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel If you wanted to prove you’re on top of the world, there are some prime ways to prove that. Among them go sky high, in numbers and in altitude. ... Continue reading
Humanizing Automated Vehicles – Allowing for the “Jerk” Response
Aug 2, 2018
Reflections on a main theme, Humanization Of Robot Drivers, among potential things to ask is a favorite of mine I haven’t heard anyone address yet: Who gets the ticket if an AV in true human fashion runs a red light? ... Continue reading
2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Small CUV Road Test By Martha Hindes
Jul 19, 2018
The size – a five seater, midway between Mitsubishi's larger Outlander and smaller Outlander Sport SUVs – should be just right for your anticipated market that includes younger millennials. The starting price, a slice under $24K, should be right, inching below similar sized crossovers from competitors. ... Continue reading
Oops! EV technology showcase fizzles. Or is it the user’s fault?
Aug 4, 2017
Of course auto journalists are widely known for taking advantage of freebies such as hotel rooms, test cars, dinners and such. Our confident mused that even if the cars weren’t charging, a few drivers had copped the prime parking spots – available only when charging is active. As long as they were plugged in, no on ... Continue reading
CAR MBS Conference: Automated Vehicles – Training the Rest of Us +VIDEO
Aug 3, 2017
By Martha Hindes Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Traverse City MI August 3, 2017; Who hasn’t heard at least something about automated vehicles coming down the pike. For anyone involved in the auto industry, it’s becoming standard buzz. ... Continue reading
MBS Day One - Computer Upgrades Could Cause Car "End Of Life" Senerio
Aug 1, 2017
Could manufacturers' elimination of long term computer upgrades cause ... Continue reading
Dec 7, 2016
North American Car and Truck of the Year Finalists Announced at the Automotive Press Association in Detroit ... Continue reading
Greatest Cause Of Traffic Fatalities? We Are.
Aug 4, 2016
By Martha Hindes, The Auto Channel A half century ago there wasn't much public emphasis on driving safety. No auto company ran safety ads. It just wasn't done. "That's because people didn't want to be reminded that cars can kill," said one long-time industry executive. That was before the federal safety act of 50 years ... Continue reading
Car Hacking - The Brave New World Of Digital Driving
Jul 6, 2016
By Martha HindesSenior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel You just checked your computer and your anti-virus protection is good to go. Same for your tablet and smartphone. No one is going to mess up your day by hacking into your personal information. You made sure of that. You go out to your car, chuck your briefc ... Continue reading
Hot Pizza Delivered Hot Another Hot Idea From Domino's
Feb 22, 2016
By Martha Hindes Senior Editor Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel How does one pamper a pizza when driving? Putting it on the passenger seat where it can slide to the floor isnât ideal. Neither is putting it in the trunk where it can freeze or at least chill during cold weather. Thatâs a challenge faced by tens ... Continue reading
APA Cyber Security Briefing at the DAC, Detroit, MI Reported By Martha Hindes
Feb 3, 2016
Marth Hindes Senior Editor The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Detroit MI February 3, 2016; Expect to buy a new car in the near future ? Be prepared to enter the "wild, wild west." That's the assessment of a Detroit FBI agent who specializes in cyber security and the impact of hacking and other electronic threats on the f ... Continue reading
Nov 20, 2015
TESLA UPDATE By Steve Purdy and Martha Hindes The Auto Channel, Michigan Bureau Photo by Bob Benko Detroit, MI November 20, 2015; Tesla Vice President of Corporate and Business Development, Diarmuid OâConnell, came before the Automotive Press Association in Detroit today offering an update on the companyâs cu ... Continue reading
Giant Uniroyal Tire Doesn't Tread Lightly As Motor City Icon
May 21, 2015
DETROIT, May 2015, If we tripped and did a nose-dive in front of a giant, 80-foot high tire, would we be considered road kill? OK. Bad joke. But consider that the vehicle tire that sits beside busy I-94 near Detroit would be appropriate on a 200-foot-high auto â about a 20-story building â and you a sense of ... Continue reading
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