Greenwood Village Gas War Fuels Fierce Competition, Brings Relief to Motorists
The Denver area has been experiencing a welcome decline in gas prices over the past few months, but nothing quite like the price war that has erupted along Arapahoe Road in Greenwood Village. As of Monday morning, a QuikTrip station at Arapahoe and Syracuse Way was selling regular gas for a remarkably low $1.71 per gallon. Another station nearby followed suit, offering regular gas for $1.74. FOX31's Jim Hooley witnessed...
Toyota’s new electric car could make gas stations obsolete
Toyota, the world's largest automaker, has announced plans to develop a new electric vehicle (EV) with a range of 900 miles with a 10 minute charging time by 2028. The new EV will use solid-state batteries, which are still in their early stages of development but have the potential to offer a number of advantages over traditional lithium-ion batteries. Solid-state batteries are more energy-dense, meaning they can store more energy...
Nissan leaf batteries get a second life as portable power sources
Nissan is reusing the batteries from old Leaf electric vehicles to make portable power sources. The company has partnered with 4R Energy Corporation to develop a new technology that can extract and reuse up to 95% of the materials in Nissan Leaf batteries reports ABC. The recycled batteries will be used to create new portable power sources that can be used for a variety of purposes, including home backup power,...
Tynan’s: A Family-Owned Car Dealership with a Lifetime Warranty
Tynan's is a family-owned and operated car dealership serving the Aurora, Colorado, community and beyond for over 60 years. They're known for their friendly and knowledgeable staff, commitment to complete customer satisfaction, and unique lifetime warranty on their new and most of their quality pre-owned vehicles. Ed Tynan Sr. founded Tynantown Chrysler on East Colfax Ave in 1963 with a simple goal: to provide his customers with the best possible car-buying...
Volkswagen’s Electric GTI Concept: A Glimpse at the Future of Hot Hatches
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.GTI concept, an all-electric hot hatch that is set to go into production in Europe and possibly the US. The concept car is a preview of what the next generation of GTIs could look like, and it is clear that Volkswagen is committed to electrifying its iconic hot hatch lineup. The ID.GTI concept is powered by a dual-motor powertrain that produces 295 horsepower and 339 lb-ft...
Nissan Repurposes Old LEAF Batteries for Portable Power Sources
Nissan is taking a leading role in the sustainable reuse of electric vehicle (EV) batteries by repurposing them for portable power sources. The company is currently testing batteries from old LEAF electric vehicles in Japan, and plans to begin selling the portable power stations in the country later this year. Each LEAF uses 48 battery modules, and the portable power stations contain two modules. The power stations can be used...
Toyota Prius 2024: The Hybrid Gets a Facelift and More Power
It's about that time for car dealerships to compete with end of season sales and introductions to their latest models. The Toyota Prius is one of the most popular hybrid vehicles on the market, and the 2024 model is getting a number of updates. The most noticeable change is the new front end, which features a more aggressive design with a wider grille and sharper headlights. The interior has also...
Toyota Unveils 2024 Land Cruiser, Returning to North America After 3-Year Hiatus
Toyota has unveiled the all-new 2024 Land Cruiser, a full-size SUV that is known for its rugged off-road capability and luxury interior. The Land Cruiser was discontinued in North America after the 2021 model year, but it is making a comeback for 2024. The new Land Cruiser is based on the same platform as the Lexus LX, and it is powered by a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine that produces...