It may not always hold true, but I think it's fair to say that most of the people I've met who love the planet also love animals, and many of those people also love their pets. Caring for those pets responsibly and sustainably is important, but so too is having the ability to easily and comfortably bring your pets along with you-- whether that's on a short trip across town to … [Read more...] about The 5 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars for Dogs 2019
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Volvo Turns to Blockchain for Conflict Free EVs
"Cars are driven by people," reads Volvo's corporate mission statement. "The guiding principle behind everything we make at Volvo, therefore, is and must remain: safety." That means the safety of Volvo's passengers, the safety of the cyclists and animals that they share the road with, an-- increasingly-- the safety of the people who manufacture Volvo Cars. That's why Volvo is … [Read more...] about Volvo Turns to Blockchain for Conflict Free EVs
Autonomous Cars, Level 0 to 5 Explained
Self-driving, autonomous cars occupy a weird space in the modern, American psyche. To some, they're part of a futuristic, Utopian vision of safer, cleaner vehicles that could fundamentally change the nature of transportation ownership for the better. To others, they represent a bleak and soulless tomorrow that will see entire industries gutted, leaving millions unemployed. To … [Read more...] about Autonomous Cars, Level 0 to 5 Explained
Infographic Charts the Rise of AI at Volvo CE
In case the launch of the flagship Polestar sub-brand and the acquisition and subsequent electrification of the storied Lotus Cars brand didn't clue you in, Volvo is dead serious about being a major player in the electric future. If you're a car nerd, like me, you'd be forgiven for thinking of Volvo as a sort of "underdog" in this fight, of course-- but, then, you'd be … [Read more...] about Infographic Charts the Rise of AI at Volvo CE
5 Best Electrified Supercars You Can Buy in 2019
The future of transportation is definitely electric, but there are still a few gear heads who can't (or won't) wrap their brains around the idea that electrified cars can be just as fast as their gas-guzzling, big-cube, V8 counterparts. Or, in many cases, much, much faster-- at least in a straight drag race, that is. That's why we've compiled this list of five furiously fast … [Read more...] about 5 Best Electrified Supercars You Can Buy in 2019
Volvo Announces Production-ready Autonomous Uber
Ride-hailing firm Uber announced plans to buy more than 24,000 autonomous vehicles way back in 2017, but the cars themselves have been a long time coming. After a tragic setback and making significant strides in their hardware, however, Volvo is ready to start delivering specially-built XC90 base vehicles equipped with key safety features that will allow Uber to easily install … [Read more...] about Volvo Announces Production-ready Autonomous Uber
Skip the Super Bowl, Win a Volvo (Maybe)
Are you looking for an excuse to avoid the Super Bowl and-- worse!-- the people who "only watch it for the commercials"? Volvo has just the thing: a new app that lets you stare at the screen for a chance to win an all-new 2019 Volvo S60. The app is simple. You literally stare at the app, and it uses your phone or tablet's camera to detect eye contact. If you break your … [Read more...] about Skip the Super Bowl, Win a Volvo (Maybe)
Volvo Polestar 2 Teased in Android App
Volvo's hotly anticipated "mainstream" electric sedan hasn't been officially revealed. Now that several aspects of its design have been leaked in an Android Auto app at CES, however, we have a pretty good idea of what it's going to look like! Volvo | Native Android Auto App Here's what we know: Volvo has plans to follow-up to their jaw-droppingly gorgeous and … [Read more...] about Volvo Polestar 2 Teased in Android App
New Report Says 97% of Auto Mechanics Can’t Work on Electric Cars
Recently published studies from the UK's Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) revealed that as many as 97% of active auto mechanics aren't qualified to work on electric cars. Worse, of that 3% that is qualified, the vast majority of them are employed at manufacturer's dealerships, presenting prospective EV buyers with very limited service options. In addition to limiting the … [Read more...] about New Report Says 97% of Auto Mechanics Can’t Work on Electric Cars
LA 2018: Volvo Shows Off Autonomous Car Breakthrough
While I was busy scribbling away at our annual Best Fuel Efficient Motorcycles list, the 2018 LA Auto Show (going by the name, "Automobility 18") got underway with announcements from several major brands. I'll kick that coverage off, then, with one of my favorites: Volvo. Volvo did something pretty wild in LA, too. They didn't show a single car. That's right. No shiny, … [Read more...] about LA 2018: Volvo Shows Off Autonomous Car Breakthrough