Chevrolet, informally known as Chevy, is an American automotive brand and division of the automaker General Motors (GM) Company. Officially called the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors, Chevrolet is one of GM’s longest running and most recognizable car brands. Since its founding in 1911, Chevrolet has produced iconic vehicles like the Corvette, Camaro, Impala, … Read more
A major three-vehicle crash in Delta, British Columbia on Sunday evening left four people hospitalized in critical condition. The collision occurred around 7:28pm on Highway 17 at the intersection of 56th Street. BC Emergency Health Services responded with seven ground ambulances, one supervisor unit, and one air ambulance. According to Delta Police, one vehicle hit … Read more
A 17-year-old girl has been charged with felony DUI resulting in death after a fatal head-on collision in Hollywood, South Carolina on July 16. According to the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, Paige Marie Postell of Ravenel was driving a Chevrolet sedan that crossed the center line and crashed into a Ford sedan driven by 60-year-old … Read more
In automotive design, the main storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle is referred to as the trunk in North American English or the boot in British English. This cargo area provides primary load space for stowing luggage, groceries, and other items while driving. The rear hatch or opening through which the trunk is … Read more
A retractable hardtop, also referred to as a “coupĂ© convertible” or “coupĂ© cabriolet,” is a car with a self-storing hardtop that automatically operates to open and close. This differs from traditional convertible cars that use a manually folded soft textile roof. The retractable hardtop provides the benefits of a rigid roof for weather protection and … Read more
Automobiles come in various types – steam, electric, and gasoline – with countless styles. Pinpointing the exact inventor of the automobile is debatable. Earlier historical accounts often credited Karl Benz from Germany with creating the first true automobile in 1885/1886. However, the evolution of the automobile involved many innovators from different countries developing pioneering technologies … Read more
The brain of a vehicle is known as the Engine Control Unit (ECU) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM). This small computer regulates the engine, transmission, and other major systems in the automobile. It obtains input from sensors throughout the vehicle and leverages this data to control the engine’s performance, emissions, and fuel efficiency. The ECU … Read more
A devastating car accident on Friday, August 25, 2023 took the lives of Aimee Cardoso and her husband Lucas Cardoso on Interstate 35 in a heartbreaking loss for the community. Aimee Cardoso served as the distinguished Executive Director of Art Tooth, a nonprofit arts organization in Fort Worth powered by local artists. She was known … Read more
Research shows that in side-impact collisions, the injuries sustained can vary depending on which side of the vehicle the occupant is seated. For those on the directly struck side, data indicates severe harm most frequently occurs to the neck area, followed by the head, chest, legs, and abdomen/pelvis in terms of likelihood. Meanwhile, occupants on … Read more
A tragic car accident occurred on Saturday in southwestern Missouri, resulting in the deaths of a woman and a young child. 32-year-old Xiaoxiao Zheng and a 1-year-old boy were killed when their vehicle was involved in a collision at the intersection of MO 97 and US 60, located three miles west of Monett. Authorities have … Read more