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These Democrats could win competitive races. None are politicians | Opinion
Rebecca Cooke, a Democrat in Wisconsin, is running for the U.S. Congress. When she's not waiting tables. Sam Forstag, a Democrat running for Congress in Montana, seemingly can't open his mouth without talking about his career jumping out of airplanes to combat forest fires. Jamie Ager, a farmer running in North Carolina, says that what's needed in Washington is ... barn dances.
2027 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss Upgrades With Bigger Tires & Smarter Damper Tuning
GM's program engineering manager breaks down how larger rubber and refined suspension tuning sharpen ride quality on the lifted pickup lineup. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 20, 2026 At a Glance Engineers boosted the rear locking axle to handle 34-inch tire loads. New dampers adjust damping force based on driving frequency response. ZR2 and AT4X trims now ride on 35-inch tires with upgraded control arms.
BorgWarner Unveils New EV Drive Unit With Integrated GenIV Power Inverter
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
Mercedes-Benz Museum Showcases Silver Arrows Racecars
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
BorgWarner Unveils New EV Drive Unit With Integrated GenIV Power Inverter
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
2026 Paris Motor Show Features Colorful Small EV Concepts
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
Home EV Chargers Need NEC and UL-Listed 50-Amp EV-Certified Receptacles
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 14, 2026 Charging a Mercedes-Benz plug-in hybrid.Dan Carney With the passage of the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), Legrand has released its Pass & Seymour 50-amp receptacle for EV chargers. It meets these new NEC requirements for EV charging equipment and is UL-listed for EV use.
Home EV Chargers Need NEC and UL-Listed 50-Amp EV-Certified Receptacles
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 14, 2026 Charging a Mercedes-Benz plug-in hybrid.Dan Carney With the passage of the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), Legrand has released its Pass & Seymour 50-amp receptacle for EV chargers. It meets these new NEC requirements for EV charging equipment and is UL-listed for EV use.
Bosch Repurposes Ultrasonic Parking Sensors to Detect Water Depth on Wet Roads With 0.1 mm Accuracy
Engineers trained AI models to recognize tire splash sounds via existing parking hardware, achieving precise moisture readings for enhanced driving safety. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 13, 2026 Bosch Mobility demonstrates its wet road detection system at the Flat Rock proving grounds.Bosch Mobility At a Glance The system listens to tire-water interaction sounds through existing ultrasonic parking sensor units.
2026 Paris Motor Show Features Colorful Small EV Concepts
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
Jaguar Type 01 EV Delivers 1,015 HP and 400-Mile Range With Breakthrough Battery Engineering Original
Jaguar is taking a step into a new future that frees the company of the baggage of a glorious past that has, in recent years, served to weigh the company down. The new Type 01 EV (pronounced Type Zero One) boasts an impressive 1,015 horsepower and 1,007 lb.-ft. of torque driving through all four wheels to produce 3.1-second 0-60 mph acceleration.
Bosch Envisions Multi-Lane Highway for Truck Powertrains as Market Rejects Single Solution
Bosch abandons bridge metaphor for multi-lane highway, embracing combustion, hybrid & electric truck configurations. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 6, 2026 At a Glance Bosch rejects the assumption that the commercial vehicle market will converge on one powertrain. The company describes powertrain diversity as a multi-lane highway rather than a transitional bridge. Software and sensors define the truck of the future as much as propulsion systems do, Bosch says.
Jaguar Type 01 Features Nearly 3-Meter Aluminum Panel Deemed Impossible To Manufacture By CAD
The single aluminum component stretches from A-pillar to rear, defying computer-aided manufacturing predictions through craft. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 7, 2026 At a Glance Jaguar's design team rejected computer system warnings that the 3-meter panel couldn't be pressed. Engineers used artisanal trial-and-error methods to manufacture the complex aluminum component. The impossible panel creates an uninterrupted high shoulder line from front to rear of the vehicle.
Bosch Envisions Multi-Lane Highway for Truck Powertrains as Market Rejects Single Solution
Bosch abandons bridge metaphor for multi-lane highway, embracing combustion, hybrid & electric truck configurations. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 6, 2026 At a Glance Bosch rejects the assumption that the commercial vehicle market will converge on one powertrain. The company describes powertrain diversity as a multi-lane highway rather than a transitional bridge. Software and sensors define the truck of the future as much as propulsion systems do, Bosch says.
Volkswagen Redesigns 2027 Atlas SUV With Enhanced Engine & Family-Friendly Features
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 6, 2026 The 2027 Volkswagen AtlasDan Carney After decades as a purveyor of compact cars like the Beetle and Golf, and struggling in the US market as a result, Volkswagen got serious about American customers when it introduced the Atlas three-row SUV in 2017. After a production run of nine years, with two refreshes at three-year intervals, VW is finally replacing that successful first-generation family hauler.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Delivers Range but BlueCruise Falls Short in Testing
The electric crossover achieved 310 miles under ideal conditions, yet its driver assistance technology disengaged ten times in 12 miles. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 2, 2026 The Mustang Mach-E with Sport Appearance PackageFord Motor Co. At a Glance The Mach-E's 88 kWh battery delivered 310 miles of range under highway conditions, exceeding EPA estimates. BlueCruise disengaged ten times over 12 miles due to curves, bridge joints, and missing lane markings.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Delivers Range but BlueCruise Falls Short in Testing
The electric crossover achieved 310 miles under ideal conditions, yet its driver assistance technology disengaged ten times in 12 miles. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 2, 2026 The Mustang Mach-E with Sport Appearance PackageFord Motor Co. At a Glance The Mach-E's 88 kWh battery delivered 310 miles of range under highway conditions, exceeding EPA estimates. BlueCruise disengaged ten times over 12 miles due to curves, bridge joints, and missing lane markings.
National Corvette Museum Opens New Collections Facility With Space for 200 Classic Cars
The 66,000-square-foot expansion debuts January 13, 2027, featuring preservation shops & artifacts from Corvette history. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News October 2, 2026 The Ivan and Mary Schrodt Vehicle Gallery, the main hall of the new 66,000-square-foot Collections Facility. The four-post lifts along the back wall let the Museum stack vehicles two high, which is how a building this size holds more than 200 Corvettes.
Netherlands Buys EOS Apollo Laser System to Counter Drone Threats on Modern Battlefields
The Apollo high-energy laser weapon can eliminate 20 drones per minute and costs just ten cents per shot to operate effectively. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 30, 2026 The Apollo laser weapon system fits inside a standard 20-foot shipping container.Electro Optical Systems At a Glance The system detects unmanned aerial vehicles from distances exceeding 15 miles using advanced sensors.
Bentley Unveils Torcal EV With 876 HP, V8-Inspired Drum Sound & 375-Mile Range
Bentley has finally pulled the cover off its long-promised battery EV model. It is a mid-sized, two-row SUV bearing the name “Torcal,” after a Spanish mountain range in Andalusia. In its sporty “S” model, Torcal boasts 876 horsepower and the most torque, 996 lb.-ft., of any Bentley yet. This accelerates the car to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds and to a top speed of 162 mph. The base version packs 810 hp and 881 lb.-ft.
Illustrator Rony Lutz Auctions 91 Original Saab Technical Artworks After 33-Year Career
The 87-year-old artist created detailed cutaway drawings and marketing images for Saab from 1969 to 2002, each taking months to complete. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 29, 2026 Saab illustrator Rony LutzAuktionshuset STO Bohuslän At a Glance Lutz specialized in x-ray-style cutaway drawings that revealed machine inner workings for Saab. Each of the 91 signed original artworks took between two and three months to create by hand.
Bentley Torcal Targets Sports SUV Segment With Compact Design & Lower Roofline
The automaker positions its new model as a departure from Bentayga, emphasizing athletic proportions & cabin space in a shorter package. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 28, 2026 At a Glance Torcal measures five meters overall, shorter than Bentayga with a lower roofline for sportier appeal. The vehicle aims to compete in the sports SUV segment rather than multi-purpose utility space.
Bentley Unveils Torcal EV With 876 HP, V8-Inspired Drum Sound & 375-Mile Range
Bentley has finally pulled the cover off its long-promised battery EV model. It is a mid-sized, two-row SUV bearing the name “Torcal,” after a Spanish mountain range in Andalusia. In its sporty “S” model, Torcal boasts 876 horsepower and the most torque, 996 lb.-ft., of any Bentley yet. This accelerates the car to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds and to a top speed of 162 mph. The base version packs 810 hp and 881 lb.-ft.
IMSA Labs Opens Race Data to Validate AI and Cloud Solutions for Tech Startups & Partners
The racing series creates a framework for technology firms to test systems against live telemetry from endurance competitions. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 24, 2026 At a Glance Oracle becomes founding partner of IMSA Labs, launching Cloud Innovation Studio at racetracks. Real-time race telemetry validates AI, cloud computing, and sensor systems under extreme conditions. AMD, AWS, and Bosch already use IMSA competitions to prove performance of their technologies.
Kawasaki Stuffs 310-HP Supercharged Engine Into Compact Jet Ski Hull for 2027 Model Year
Looking to kickstart some excitement for the 2027 model year, Kawasaki has bolted a supercharged 310-horsepower double-overhead cam, 16-valve, 1.5-liter engine derived from those in its superbikes into a reinforced version of its sportiest hull for sit-down watercraft to create the Jet Ski STX 310R and Jet Ski STX 310RX. Kawasaki even let us ride one to confirm the success of this application of the traditional hot-rodding formula of stuffing the biggest engine into a compact platform. Verdict?
Volkswagen Previews 321-HP ID.3 GTI Concept as Most Powerful GTI in Brand's 50-Year History
The battery-electric hot hatch delivers rear-wheel drive and 5.6-second 0-62 mph acceleration with 375-mile range. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 22, 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 GTI conceptVolkswagen At a Glance The ID.3 GTI concept achieves 375 miles of range with a 79-kWh battery and 183-kW DC fast charging capability. The concept features 321 horsepower, making it the most powerful GTI ever produced.
Volkswagen Previews 321-HP ID.3 GTI Concept as Most Powerful GTI in Brand's 50-Year History
The battery-electric hot hatch delivers rear-wheel drive and 5.6-second 0-62 mph acceleration with 375-mile range. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 22, 2026 Volkswagen ID.3 GTI conceptVolkswagen At a Glance The ID.3 GTI concept features 321 horsepower, making it the most powerful GTI ever produced.
Revoy's Electric Mini-Trailer Cuts Diesel Truck Fuel Use by Up to 90% With Battery Swaps
The startup's swappable battery trailer connects between tractor and cargo, boosting fuel economy to 20 mpg without modifications. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 17, 2026 The Revoy EV electric drive trailer.Revoy At a Glance Revoy's 525-kWh battery trailer provides 235 miles of electric-assisted range for diesel trucks. The system cuts fuel consumption by 70% to 90%, improving economy from 6-8 mpg to 20 mpg overall.
EV Charging Demand Outpaces Infrastructure Growth, Signaling Market Shift for Charge Station Operators
ChargePoint data reveals utilization jumped over 33% while new ports grew just 13%, creating better economics for charging network operators. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 16, 2026 A ChargePoint Level 2 AC charger for multifamily dwellings.ChargePoint At a Glance Charging session volume increased more than one-third despite modest growth in EV sales. ChargePoint controls 53.6% of public Level 2 charging but only 6.6% of DC fast-charging market.
Revoy's Electric Mini-Trailer Cuts Diesel Truck Fuel Use by Up to 90% With Battery Swaps
The startup's swappable battery trailer connects between tractor and cargo, boosting fuel economy to 20 mpg without modifications. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 17, 2026 The Revoy EV electric drive trailer.Revoy At a Glance Revoy's 525-kWh battery trailer provides 235 miles of electric-assisted range for diesel trucks. The system cuts fuel consumption by 70% to 90%, improving economy from 6-8 mpg to 20 mpg overall.
EV Charging Demand Outpaces Infrastructure Growth, Signaling Market Shift for Charge Station Operators
ChargePoint data reveals utilization jumped over 33% while new ports grew just 13%, creating better economics for charging network operators. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 16, 2026 A ChargePoint Level 2 AC charger for multifamily dwellings.ChargePoint At a Glance Charging session volume increased more than one-third despite modest growth in EV sales. ChargePoint controls 53.6% of public Level 2 charging but only 6.6% of DC fast-charging market.
VW Mission Efficiency EV Concept Achieves Record 13.14 Miles per kWh
Engineers combined ID.Polo EV drivetrain with a streamlined body to achieve a 0.158 coefficient of drag. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 14, 2026 The Volkswagen Mission Efficiency concept car.Volkswagen Group AG At a Glance The concept achieved 0.158 coefficient of drag, the lowest ever recorded for a road-legal vehicle. Real-world testing delivered 13.14 miles per kWh, more than double the Lucid Air's 5.0 m/kWh rating.
Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV Delivers 78-Mile Electric Range With 41.2-kWh Battery Pack for 2028 Model Year
The Swedish automaker's upgraded plug-in hybrid crossover features a battery more than twice the size of its predecessor's power pack. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 15, 2026 2028 Volvo XC60.Volvo Cars At a Glance The 2028 XC60 T8's 37.9-kWh usable battery capacity dwarfs the 18.8-kWh pack in the current model. Combined system output reaches 455 hp when the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine activates.
Volvo XC60 T8 PHEV Delivers 78-Mile Electric Range With 41.2-kWh Battery Pack for 2028 Model Year
The Swedish automaker's upgraded plug-in hybrid crossover features a battery more than twice the size of its predecessor's power pack. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 15, 2026 2028 Volvo XC60.Volvo Cars At a Glance The 2028 XC60 T8's 37.9-kWh usable battery capacity dwarfs the 18.8-kWh pack in the current model. Combined system output reaches 455 hp when the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine activates.
2027 Chrysler Pacifica Pinnacle AWD Puts Built-In Vacuum to the Test
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
VW Mission Efficiency Concept Achieves Record 13.14 Miles per kWh
Volkswagen’s sleek Mission Efficiency concept car has set new records for efficiency, which is always an admirable goal for an electric vehicle project. But the Mission Efficiency engineering team set themselves an even tougher challenge: build an EV with record-setting efficiency using mostly off-the-shelf parts wrapped in a slippery new body. Volkswagen is no stranger to efficiency missions.
Waymo Unveils Custom 5nm ASIC to Power Real-Time Autonomous Driving with 1,000 TOPS Performance
The ride-sharing firm's new processor handles sensor fusion & neural network inference with ultra-low latency onboard. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 11, 2026 The Waymo robotaxi compute system fits beneath the car's rear load floor.Waymo At a Glance Waymo's new 5nm ASIC delivers 1,000 TOPS to process lidar, radar and camera data in real time. The custom chip reduces temporal noise in low-light conditions to enhance object perception.
Honda's 2026 Prelude Returns as Efficient Hybrid but Lacks the Sporty Soul of Its Predecessor
The revived Prelude pairs Civic Type R suspension tech with a 200-hp hybrid system, delivering 40 mpg but missing the excitement of earlier models. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 10, 2026 The 2026 Honda Prelude in Boost Blue.Dan Carney At a Glance The 2026 Prelude uses a 2.0-liter Atkinson Cycle engine with dual-motor hybrid for 200 hp and 40 mpg. Dual-axis MacPherson strut suspension and active dampers replace the double-wishbone setup from 1999.
Model Facts: What you Didn’t Know About the Star Trek USS Enterprise Design
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
Minitab Expert Reveals Why AI Isn't a Quick Fix for Manufacturing Process Problems
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
Star Trek Marks 60 Years: From TV Show to Cultural Force that Inspired Generations of Engineers
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 8, 2026 Neil Vagg speaks to Martin Quinn during the Samsung KX store takeover to celebrate Star Trek Day in London, England.Tim B. Whitby via Getty Images It is probably no surprise for Design News readers that September 8, 2026, was the 60th anniversary of the first broadcast of Star Trek on NBC.
Range Rover Electric Delivers 542 HP, 4.3-Second 0-60 Time & Unmatched Off-Road Capability
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 3, 2026 The Range Rover Electric proves its mettle on the off-road course.Jaguar Land Rover Jaguar Land Rover brand Range Rover continues to position itself among the most premium luxury brands with the introduction of the Range Rover Electric, a model that is the quietest, smoothest, and quickest Range Rover to date.
Range Rover Electric Delivers 542 HP, 4.3-Second 0-60 Time & Unmatched Off-Road Capability
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News September 3, 2026 The Range Rover Electric proves its mettle on the off-road course.Jaguar Land Rover Jaguar Land Rover brand Range Rover continues to position itself among the most premium luxury brands with the introduction of the Range Rover Electric, a model that is the quietest, smoothest, and quickest Range Rover to date.
Bentley CEO Tells How Supersports Slashed 1,000 Pounds
Dan’s coverage of the auto industry over three decades has taken him to the racetracks, automotive engineering centers, vehicle simulators, wind tunnels, and crash-test labs of the world. A member of the North American Car, Truck, and Utility of the Year jury, Dan also contributes car reviews to Popular Science magazine, serves on the International Engine of the Year jury, and has judged the collegiate Formula SAE competition.
Bentley Supersports Sheds 1,000 Pounds & AWD to Become a Rear-Drive Track Monster at 657 HP
Normally, engineers look for ways to pile on cool new technology when developing a hot new model. But Bentley engineers initiated development of the 2026 Supersports with the opposite approach: What if we took away the all-wheel drive and hybrid-electric powertrain components? The result is a 657-horsepower, twin-turbocharged V8-powered rear-drive hooligan that demonstrated its capabilities on the undulating surface of Laguna Seca Raceway in Monterey, California.
Dallara Upgrades Simulation With Dynisma DMG-360XY Systems for Italy & Indianapolis Bases
Race car constructor installs advanced driver-in-the-loop motion platforms at headquarters @ US facility for IndyCar support. Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News August 31, 2026 At a Glance The DMG-360XY features ultra-low latency under 5 ms and high-bandwidth response exceeding 100 Hz. Dallara will use simulators for internal development and as part of broader engineering infrastructure. Virtual development now acts as key integrator of all disciplines before physical component production.
Hyundai's Digital Measuring Center Uses Data & Robotics to Achieve Top Quality Survey Rankings
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News August 28, 2026 Robotic 3D scanning systems perform high-precision measurements of vehicle components, supporting dimensional quality verification and assembly validation.Hyundai Motor Group Hyundai Motor Group brands like Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis have consistently topped JD Power quality surveys in recent years, marking a stark turnaround for the Korean brands from 20 years ago, when they consistently lagged.
Schneider Electric Launches Home EV Charger That Works With Existing Electrical Systems Original
SmartAmp tech dynamically adjusts charging speed based on real-time household energy use to prevent overloads.
GM Revives Batch Building for 2027 Chevy Bolt, Cutting Costs & Boosting Quality
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News August 17, 2026 Chevrolet Bolt EVs travel down the assembly line at the Fairfax plant.General Motors Co. General Motors is returning to the wisdom of cross-town rival Ford Motor Co.’s founder Henry Ford, who optimized Model T production by decreeing, “any color you want as long as it is black.” Black paint was cheaper and dried faster, while the uniformity saved any delays from switching paint colors.
Genesis GV90 Brings Pillarless Doors, 25-Inch HUD & 657 HP to Luxury EV SUV Segment
Dan Carney,Senior Editor,Design News August 21, 2026 Genesis seeks to graduate to the top echelon of carmakers with the introduction of a flagship SUV in the GV90.Genesis Genesis is taking another step up into the big leagues, with the introduction of the GV90, the company’s anticipated full-size flagship-class SUV that it previewed at the 2024 New York International Auto Show with the Neolun concept vehicle.
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