Austin charges ahead in Texas’ electric vehicle race
Austin is leading the shift to electric vehicles in Texas. More than 2.1% of registered vehicles in Travis County are now battery-powered cars and trucks, registration data obtained through the…
Man dies in hospital after being struck by vehicle, coroner says
DIED DUE TO HIS INJURIES YESTERDAY. THE SECOND CRASH HAPPENED ON THURSDAY ON HIGHWAY 247 NEAR BELTON. THE CORONER SAYS 35 YEAR OLD TROY MCCONNELL WAS RIDING A MOTORCYCLE ON…
Cruise suspends driverless vehicle operations in Texas
Cruise suspends driverless cars in Texas Cruise has officially hit the brakes on its driverless cars on Austin roadways, and across the country, after being in service for less than…
Driverless cars improve emergency vehicle detection, Austin first responders develop AV training for crews
Austin (KXAN) — Cruise, a company that operates autonomous vehicles for rideshares and deliveries, said it has improved its technology to better detect emergency vehicles. According to the company’s blog,…
Austin Energy program revs up electric vehicle tech in 150+ Central Texas schools
AUSTIN (KXAN) — For nearly five years, Austin Energy’s EVs for Schools program has provided access to electric vehicle charging infrastructure and related technology curriculum to more than 150 schools…
INEOS Automotive acquisition brings specialist vehicle conversion capability in-house
Kavango Engineering becomes ‘INEOS Kavango’ following the acquisition Grenadier conversions planned for conservation, safari, filming and healthcare roles Acquisition galvanizes Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s vision of the Grenadier playing a key…
BMW brings its most powerful electric vehicle ever to America
(Our Auto Expert) – The 2024 BMW i7 M70 has stormed into the electric luxury car scene, leaving a lasting impression on tech-savvy buyers and speed enthusiasts alike. This sleek…
Austin leaders respond to self-driving vehicle safety concerns
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin leaders provided an update Tuesday on the city’s growing number of autonomous vehicles. Currently, three AV companies have established services in Austin, with Cruise operating commercially…
What features do Americans want in a family vehicle?
(Our Auto Expert) — Today’s modern family vehicles must excel in multiple areas, from accommodating unexpected passengers with three rows of seating to effortlessly handling road trips spanning over 500…
Court documents say woman hit by vehicle in deadly north Austin crash
AUSTIN (KXAN) — One man was arrested and charged with accident involving death, a second-degree felony, after hitting a woman with a vehicle following a north Austin crash, according to…