The Auto World

GM might use TDK’s new US plant to produce batteries with CATL technology. TDK’s facility could create over 1,000 jobs and help GM avoid equity investment. The outcome of November’s election may impact GM’s battery plan. GM is exploring the possibility of sourcing electric vehicle batteries utilizing technology from China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co, more commonly known as CATL, the world’s largest EV battery producer . However, rather than manufacturing these batteries in China, they could be produced at a new site in the US, potentially mitigating geopolitical risks and enhancing local production capabilities. According to unnamed sources, GM might secure these batteries from a factory operated by Japanese firm TDK Corp. This facility could be established in the southern US, promising the creation of over 1,000 new jobs and bolstering local economies. Read: GM And Hyundai Want To Make Cars Together Bloomberg reports that TDK would license CATL’s technology t

We asked which new cars were the most overrated, and your feedback was clear. With over 150 comments, a consensus emerged on what’s overrated in new cars. Rather than specific models, most believe certain segments are the most overrated. Every day automotive companies produce highly polished press releases about their latest and greatest creations. Sometimes, that innovative product truly does change the way we enjoy cars. Most times though, the vehicle or feature in question isn’t actually as impressive as it might sound. QOTD: What’s The Most Overhyped, Overrated Car On The Market Today? To that end, we asked you what new vehicles on sale today were the most overrated of the bunch. It turns out that for many of you, it’s specific segments that are actually the big offenders. In one popular answer, the entire market was to blame. Let’s take a moment and break down each of the most overrated cars according to you. Lexus GX / Toyota Land Cruiser Fifth place goes to th

Tire experts say that up to half of drivers don’t realize that when worn-out front tires are replaced, they should be switched to the rear axle. Putting them on the back ensures maximum stability when cornering and prevents dangerous and unexpected oversteer moments. Michelin engineers say the rule applies regardless of whether the car is front, rear, or all-wheel drive. It seems so right to so many drivers, but tire experts say it’s completely wrong. They say that when we need need to replace worn-out front tires , we should never put those new tires on the front axle. Instead, we should put them on the back axle, and move the tires that were on the back to the front. You might already know this rule, but Michelin UK’s technical manager Brian Porteous recently suggested to the country’s Auto Express that up to half of British drivers had no idea that this was necessary at tire-upgrade time, and that many tire shops didn’t know it either. I can believe it. Speaking from

I’ve long considered the Hyundai i30 N Sedan – or Elantra N – as one of the best bang-for-your-buck performance cars on the market. Some people don’t like the looks, but it’s impossible to deny that it offers scintillating performance, all while costing significantly less than some of its rivals. Having driven versions of the i30 N Sedan with both the available six-speed manual transmission and eight-speed dual-clutch on the road and the track, we have very few complaints. Nevertheless, Hyundai has gone out and updated the punchy sports sedan for the 2024 model year, tweaking its looks and promising some important performance gains. Review: The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Is A Ballistic Missile That Redefines EVs Have these upgrades made the car even better, or have they upset what was almost the perfect package? Let’s find out. Quick Facts › Model: 2024 Hyundai i30 N Sedan › Starting Price: AU$56,782 ($37,855) › Dimensions: 4,710 mm (185.4 in.) L x 1,825 mm (71.8 i