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Ignition is all about the evolution of transport vehicles due to technological advances. From cars, trucks to jets, it talks about everything. Putting light on brands like Tesla and beyond, this section highlights the advancements in autonomous, electric and connected vehicles. For someone who is an enthusiast for tech-powered transport, this section is your go-to.

The evolution of the Mitsubishi Lancer

The evolution of the Mitsubishi Lancer

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, also known as the Evo, is probably not the most prolific sports car to ever come...

5 technological trends that are changing how we drive

5 technological trends that are changing how we drive

Technology has changed how humans function in every facet of their lives -- and cars aren't excluded. From the first...

Chevy hits SXSW again with 4G LTE tech release

Chevy hits SXSW again with 4G LTE tech release

Chevrolet has been trying to make a splash at the various technology and social media shows in recent years. Their...

Hyundai Tucson FCEV has a new ‘organic’ source of power in Orange County

Hyundai Tucson FCEV has a new ‘organic’ source of power in Orange County

If there's one thing that will never be in shortage as long as humans roam the earth, it's waste materials....

Volvo moving to a single platform model

Volvo moving to a single platform model

The New York Times is calling to an "audacious reinvention" of itself. We're calling it the next clear move for...

Can the 2014 Chevy Cruze Make Diesel Technology Cool Again in America?

Can the 2014 Chevy Cruze Make Diesel Technology Cool Again in America?

There was a time when diesel cars were all over the road. As gas prices went up and environmental groups...

6 upgrades to bring your classic car into the future

6 upgrades to bring your classic car into the future

Owning a classic car offers a fun ride and a great piece of history to show off. Yet often  the...

4 reasons why required fields are no longer required on contact forms

4 reasons why required fields are no longer required on contact forms

What? WHAT!?!? There have to be required fields on contact forms, right? There have been required fields on contact forms...

#Infographic: Picking the right vehicle for a zombie invasion

#Infographic: Picking the right vehicle for a zombie invasion

Don't get me wrong. As infographics go, this one is even more useless than most. That's okay. It's Halloween and...

Mulally is definitely still talking to Microsoft

Mulally is definitely still talking to Microsoft

When the St Louis Rams lost Sam Bradford to a knee injury, they called on 44-year-old Brett Favre to see...

Honda Type E concept would make parking a breeze

Honda Type E concept would make parking a breeze

Anyone who lives in a large metro area has experienced the trouble of finding a parking spot close to your...

The 2014 Equus: A techi’s dream car

The 2014 Equus: A techi’s dream car

Luxury cars usually have some pretty awesome features. Some of the features may not be totally necessary, but that is...

How social media made a kinder, gentler automotive industry

How social media made a kinder, gentler automotive industry

People in the car business have been the focus of more jokes about dishonesty and greed than any other professionals...

Ford passes 5 million fan mark on Mustang Facebook page

Ford passes 5 million fan mark on Mustang Facebook page

It's not the most popular Facebook page in the automotive industry. It's definitely not the most active. It might, however,...

Can the Toyota i-ROAD actually hit the streets?

Can the Toyota i-ROAD actually hit the streets?

At nearly every auto show, there are ambitious visions that automakers play with which tickle the imagination and present an...

The 10 most popular cars to give teen drivers

The 10 most popular cars to give teen drivers

So, your teenager has passed his or her driving test. Congratulations! And now they want to share your car! Out...

Tesla gets the Megafactories treatment  in compelling fashion

Tesla gets the Megafactories treatment in compelling fashion

The Model S is the great hope for many environmentally-conscious people around the world. They're cheering for it, wishing they...

VW’s global car will change the industry forever

VW’s global car will change the industry forever

Some of the best minds in modern technology migrate to the automotive industry every year. From software to design, aerodynamics...

The legend of the Porsche 911

The legend of the Porsche 911

The legendary Porsche 911 is rich with history and beloved by passionate automotive enthusiasts throughout the world. The 911, the...

Should car dealers focus on technical expertise instead of price and gimmicks?

Should car dealers focus on technical expertise instead of price and gimmicks?

Next to computers, tablets, and smartphones, our cars are often the most technologically-challenging item that we deal with on a...