Ford Will Source F-150 Lightning Batteries in Georgia, U.S.A.
Automation Systems Logistics surrounding the debut of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning hinged in part on an unfair-trade dispute about batteries that carried the potential of delaying the truck's spring 2022 launch.Fortunately, two battery suppliers reached…
A Visit With the Men Salvaging Saab
Automation Systems From the May 2021 issue of Car and Driver.Like any normal person with healthy internet habits, I sometimes venture onto Craigslist, type in "Saab," and see what pops up. Will I find a decrepit 9-5 wagon moldering in the tall grass of…
2022 Audi S5 Review, Pricing, and Specs
Automation Systems Overview The 2022 Audi S5 coupe and cabriolet are the next step up in performance from their less powerful A5 counterparts. The S5 swaps its…
Mercedes-Benz 190e 2.5-16 Evolution up for Auction
Automation Systems The auction website Bring a Trailer has this 1989 Mercedes 190E on offer in an auction that runs through through Wednesday afternoon, May 26.Only 502 190E Evolution cars were built, making this particular example more interesting.The…
The Lightning Lady
Automation Systems Ford is looking to the future by reviving the Lightning name for its new electric pick-up. For me, the moniker brings up memories of the past, of a truck now two decades old, that I only ever saw from the back. The little old lady from…
View Photos of the 2021 Ferrari Portofino M
Automation Systems Ferrari The 2021 Ferrari Portofino M is the "entry level" Ferrari, which, in the context of offerings from Maranello, means that there isn't…
2021 Ferrari Portofino M Adds Some Edge
Automation Systems The next time you find yourself driving a 2021 Ferrari Portofino M down near the Florida Keys, might we suggest a quick visit to Monkey Jungle? One of the few and dwindling old-Florida tourist attractions, Monkey Jungle is staffed by…
Lightweight Aluminum Racer ‘Lulu’ Reaches Hot Wheels Legends Finals
Automation Systems A garage-built, street-legal aluminum car will be one of 10 finalists in the ongoing Hot Wheels Legends tour this year.Lulu was handmade by retired engineer Paul Kalenian of Santa Fe, New Mexico. With a crate engine from GM, the low racer…
Maserati’s Spark of Genius
Automation Systems Illustration by Clint FordCar and Driver
From the May 2021 issue of Car and Driver.Looking at Maserati's forthcoming twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6, you wouldn't know the Italian automaker has been out of…
We Need to Build More EV Chargers, but Where?
Automation Systems The Biden administration would like to spend $15 billion to increase the national electric-vehicle charging network to half a million stations by 2030.While Congress argues that point, the national network continues to grow, thanks to…