Artificial intelligence is everywhere now, from online language models like ChatGPT to industry applications that include diagnosing illnesses, managing store inventory, and powering virtual smartphone assistants. The technology is already being integrated into vehicles and is expected to expand further in the coming years. Goldman Sachs Research estimates that by 2030, at least 10% of […]
Midsize trucks, full-size trucks, compact trucks, off-road trucks, commercial trucks… I thought I had a grasp on it all until this concept of the “supertruck” rose to fame. Now, I’m learning a whole new category of truck that has turned out to be pretty difficult to pin down, and that’s because it seems like every […]
Soon, compact pickup truck buyers in the U.S. will have a new choice, but it comes with a twist. As early as 2026, Michigan-based EV startup Slate Auto will begin production on its first electric trucks. Founded in 2022 and funded by big names like Jeff Bezos and LA Dodgers owner Mark Walter, this company […]
Few automakers have rivaled the drive towards electric technology that Mercedes-Benz is on. From all-electric vehicles like the EQS sedan and SUV to an assortment of mild hybrids and PHEVs, this German luxury automaker has a commanding presence in the ever-expanding market. Two more vehicles have gotten the electric treatment in recent years. For 2024, […]
No matter what level of interest you might have in the auto industry, there’s a good chance you’ve heard a lot of talk lately about China. Mostly, this talk revolves around tariffs and all of the drama going on there, but there are other areas worth considering when it comes to China and the auto […]
Earlier this spring, in Venice, California, residents started noticing some odd new compact pickups and SUVs parked on the city’s main drag. It wasn’t the design that caught people off guard, but their unique liveries. One blue and pink pickup featured a custom wrap adorned with cartoonish crying babies, a giant, pacifier-shaped hood ornament, and […]
When Ford first announced that it was taking the name of its legendary pony car and giving it to an all-electric crossover SUV, there were plenty of skeptics and naysayers. Five years later, you can still find the Mustang Mach-E for sale at dealers across the country, and the model has a growing horde of […]
In a perfect world, every EV would use the same type of charger in every situation, much like you use the same gas pump for every ICE vehicle. But much like there are USB-C cables for Android phones and Lightning cables for Apple phones, EV operators have several charging port options, and they must know […]
The world of electric vehicles is brimming with acronyms, and it’s not always easy to keep them all straight. While “EV” itself is pretty well established at this point, there are plenty of people who aren’t familiar with terms like BEV, HEV, and PHEV—and now a new member has joined the club: EREV. What do […]
Few cars have charged the imagination quite like the Ford Mustang. Since its debut at the New York World’s Fair in 1965, the Mustang has been one of the top-selling sports coupes in America, flying out of every Ford dealer across the country. Immortalized in song by Wilson Pickett’s Mustang Sally and the film Ford […]
You might have heard whispers about the Honda 0 Series. You certainly won’t have seen it at a Honda dealer yet, because it isn’t out—and isn’t projected to be out for a while (Honda says 2026). Still, the marketing campaign has been strong, and images of these futuristic vehicles are all over the internet. There’s […]
When you’re looking at automakers, there are familiar names everywhere you turn. Domestic brands like Chevrolet and Ford have more than a century of history, while imports like Honda and Toyota have had decades to cement themselves in the zeitgeist. But just because upstarts like Tesla and Rivian seem few and far between to casual […]
Opting for a pre-owned vehicle can be a great way to save a little cash when you’re on the hunt for your next car, truck, or SUV, but it can come with some risks. While browsing vehicle history reports, pressing the dealer for relevant details, and carefully comparing prices on similar makes and models can […]
It’s been a long time since anyone at AutoInfluence wrote about Maserati. That, in and of itself, is telling. What was long considered the pinnacle of Italian luxury automobiles and one of the most frequently mentioned car brands in rap music, according to Car and Driver, has become an afterthought. In six of the last […]
Gravity is responsible for keeping things firmly anchored to the Earth, but don’t tell that to Lucid Motors. The California-based automaker is looking to challenge the laws of physics with the Gravity, a new three-row SUV that it hopes will help get the EV brand off the ground. This isn’t Lucid’s first foray into the […]
If you’re interested in used EVs for sale and you’re not entirely sure what you need to be looking for, there are some details to consider that can help with making a smart decision for first-time buyers. How do you know a certain EV is going to last you a long time? What helps get […]
You may be seeing more EVs passing you by on the streets—you may have even been lucky enough to catch a glimpse of one of those eclectic-looking Cybertrucks. It’s true that more drivers are adopting electric vehicle technology these days, so it’s no surprise that Chevy sought to design an all-electric Silverado, which made its […]
The push to adopt an all-electric lifestyle is undeniable across the auto industry. Thankfully, long-revered automotive pioneers like GMC are shaping this landscape with an exceptional lineup of EVs for sale. GMC’s current EV family caters to those with a penchant for performance, practicality, and opulence. It’s a unique blend that defines the Sierra EV […]
Like a giant snowball rolling down a hill and getting bigger as it goes, Chinese EVs are gobbling up the worldwide market. The US International Trade Commission reports that between 2018 and 2023, Chinese EV exports grew by 1,016%, totaling nearly 1.6 million vehicles—more than any other nation. They’re also ranked second only to Germany […]
In March 2024, news broke that a new car brand was planning to enter the US market. Cupra, a high-performance marque originating in Spain and rapidly spreading across Europe and Mexico, now has its sights set on North America with hopes of being ready for launch by 2030. It’s now been nearly a year since […]
