Nissan Shuts Down Leaf Mobile App Following Security Hack
Earlier this week, Nissan deactivated the NissanConnect EV app for its Leaf electric car. The automaker made the move after a computer researcher exposed a security issue that allowed hackers to view information and control features on others’ Nissan Leaf EVs. Researcher Troy Hunt reportedly discovered the flaw last month Read more
Nokian cheated on tire tests with custom-made ringers
Filed under: Government/Legal, Europe Finnish tire marker Nokian admitted to creating custom tires that scored better in comparison tests after a newspaper reported on the deception. The company released a statement apologizing for past mistakes. Continue reading Nokian cheated on tire tests with custom-made ringers Nokian cheated on tire tests Read more
Dodge Charger Hellcat makes 1,032 bhp with Hennessey help
Filed under: Dodge, Sedan, Performance Hennessey tunes the Dodge Charger Hellcat to 1,032 horsepower. We’re already licking our chops. Continue reading Dodge Charger Hellcat makes 1,032 bhp with Hennessey help Dodge Charger Hellcat makes 1,032 bhp with Hennessey help originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 26 Feb 2016 10:43:00 EST. Read more
It Took Citroën 800 Hours To Design This 400 HP Electric Concept Car
The Citroën DS E-Tense took, as the company claims, 800 hours to design. I believe it. This thing looks amazing. Read more…
Your Guide To The Most Extreme Rich Redneck Trucks Of Las Vegas
The Mint 400, “the Great American Off-Road Race,” takes over Las Vegas in the second week of March. The 2016 edition is getting some real goodies, too; more vintage vehicles and an epic truck show where you can see (and rate!) all the insane vehicles people spend small fortunes on. Read more
2016 BMW Alpina B6 xDrive Gran Coupe First Test Review
The modern BMW lineup offers customers many, many options. Some would argue that is to the brand’s detriment, but when having a glut of available models results in more than one range-topper, that’s not always a bad thing. The 6 Series Gran Coupe has two extra-hot variants: the M6 and Read more
Cleveland Engine Plant to be Upgraded for Next-Gen Ford 3.5L EcoBoost
Ford is investing $145 million to upgrade the Cleveland Engine Plant to make the next-generation twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine for the 2017 Ford F-150 family, including the high-output version for the Raptor pickup. The move retains 150 jobs at the plant where more than 1,500 workers make the current version Read more