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Here are the 2022 Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in the USA

According to analysis by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), the insurance industry’s association dedicated to predicting, preventing, and prosecuting insurance crime, vehicles with the highest theft rate last year were full-size pickups. These vehicles made up more than 25 percent of the thefts reported in 2022, which was a decrease from a high of 33 percent in 2021.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 8, 2023, 10:04 a.m.
JLR to launch 'Baby Defender' SUV by 2027

JLR will expand its newly separated Defender brand with a new smaller SUV based on the company's upcoming EMA electrified vehicle platform, according to Autocar.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 5:39 p.m.
Chinese BYD Atto 3 Takes the Lead as Sweden's Top-Selling EV in July

According to Mobility Sweden, 721 units of the BYD Atto 3 were sold across the country last month, beating competitors like the VW ID.4. In fact, had it not been for the Volvo XC60, the Atto 3 would have claimed the title of Sweden's best-selling new car for all powertrains in July.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 5:18 p.m.
Japan to Introduce Stricter Standards for Fast-Charging Stations on Highways

The Japanese government is set to implement new regulations aimed at significantly improving the capacity of fast-charging stations along highways by the end of the decade. As part of this plan, the current average charging power of 40 kW will more than double to 90 kW.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 4:45 p.m.
Nurburgring Introduces Pit Stop Area to Ease Traffic Congestion

The Nurburgring, renowned for its motorsport events such as 24-hour endurance races and being a preferred testing ground for automakers, has faced increasing traffic congestion issues during tourist rides (Touristenfahrten).

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 3:03 p.m.
Renegade Design Unveils Subtle Yet Striking Body Kit for BMW 7 Series

Renegade Design has developed a custom body kit for the latest BMW 7 Series (G70) to enhance its design and aesthetics. The body kit is designed to strike a balance between subtlety and aggression, improving the car's appearance without overwhelming its original character.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 1:41 p.m.
Lexus RX 450h+ Plug-in Hybrid with 35-mile electric range to arrive in the U.S. later this year and start at $70,080

Lexus has unveiled additional details about the highly anticipated RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid variant, set to launch in the United States later this year. The redesigned model will be available starting at $70,080, including destination charges.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 12:48 p.m.
Tesla's Unique Offerings in China: Cybertruck-Inspired Cat Litter Box and Branding Iron Now Available on Official E-Shop

Tesla's official e-shop in China offers unique accessories featuring the logo of the brand. Two unusual products available are a cat litter box shaped like the Tesla Cybertruck and a branding iron with a T-Stamp.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 11:53 a.m.
Volkswagen Unveils Teaser Images for Upcoming Plug-In Hybrid California Camper Concept

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is teasing a new plug-in hybrid California concept camper based on the long variant of the Multivan and featuring a pop-up roof that adds two meters of height when deployed. The concept will be officially revealed at the Caravan Salon show in D?sseldorf, Germany, on August 25, 2023.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 11:15 a.m.
Nissan Titan Pickup Truck Is Officially Retired After 2024 Model Year

The Nissan Titan will cease production in 2024, marking the end of its run after facing poor sales over the years. Currently, there is no information regarding a successor in this profitable segment.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 10:55 a.m.
Lamborghini Countach from "The Wolf of Wall Street" up for auction

The white 25th Anniversary Lamborghini Countach used in the movie "The Wolf of Wall Street" is going up for auction at RM Sotheby's Luxury Week Auction on December 8. It is estimated to be worth upwards of two million dollars.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 10:43 a.m.
Ford Partners with Ballard Power Systems to Develop Fuel Cell Truck Prototype for EU Project ZEFES

Ford is developing a heavy fuel cell truck prototype as part of an EU project called ZEFES (Zero Emission Freight EcoSystem). The 44-tonne Ford F-MAX truck of the Turkish joint venture Ford Otosan will be converted into a fuel cell truck using Ballard Power Systems' technology.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 10:07 a.m.
Eight diesel and hybrid double-decker buses to be converted to all-electric in South Wales

In the UK, electric drive specialist Equipmake is working with bus operator Newport Transport to repower eight of the operator's diesel and hybrid double-decker buses with Equipmake's electric drive technology.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 9:55 a.m.
100 Tesla Model Y's to Launch as Uber Premium in Tokyo

In Japan, Uber is putting 100 Tesla Model Ys on the streets of Tokyo. This is the ride-hailing company's first use of electric vehicles in the taxi and for-hire industry in the country.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 7, 2023, 9:39 a.m.
Geely’s EV brand Zeekr starts production of the 001 model for Europe

Geely’s electric car brand Zeekr has started production of the Zeekr 001 for Europe and named four more European countries for sales of its electric cars. The cars are expected to be shipped to Europe in mid-August and delivered later this year.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 7:03 p.m.
Man Trapped in Hot Tesla After Battery Dies, Blames Automaker for Lack of Awareness on Manual Release

A man in Arizona says that he was recently trapped in his Tesla after getting in, closing the door, and then realizing that his battery was dead. What he didn’t know is that the manual release for the door was under his left hand the whole time. Now, he’s blaming the automaker and raising awareness.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 2:06 p.m.
SAIC Plans to Establish European Plant for MG4 Electric Compact Model

The SAIC brand MG Motor is considering building the electric compact model MG4 in the planned European plant. While there is no concrete location for the factory yet, but the decision is expected to be made in the next two or three years.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 1:50 p.m.
Researchers have created a jailbreak to unlock Tesla's paid features and make them free

Researchers at Technische Universit?t Berlin have found a way to enable free access to software features in Tesla cars that are typically behind a paywall. The exploit allows owners to activate features their car is already capable of, such as heated seats and full self-driving, without paying for subscriptions.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 12:51 p.m.
New York City Proposes Speed Limiters for Repeat Speeders' Cars to Curb Rising Traffic Deaths

New York City may install speed limiters on the cars of repeat speeders. The device would restrict the vehicle's speed to 30 mph (48 km/h) or 5 mph (8 km/h) over the city's speed limit.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 12:33 p.m.
Jaguar I-Pace Recall: Certain Units at Risk of Windshield Defrosting Issue

Jaguar is recalling 668 units of its I-Pace electric vehicles in the USA. The recall specifically targets model year 2021–2022 vehicles that are not equipped with a heated windshield.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 4, 2023, 12:05 p.m.

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