Michael Hatamoto
This author is no longer actively contributing to TweakTown. Articles published during their time with us are listed below.
- 2,008 news posts
- 7 articles
- since December 2013
December 2022
November 2022
- NewsThe Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato Concept, an impressive all-terrain car
- NewsDrivers can expect Corvette sub brand focused on both ICE and electric cars
- NewsZF will release new smaller, lighter modular e-drivetrain for cars in 2025
- NewsHennessey shows off Mammoth TRX Overland Edition, a 1,000hp beast of a truck
- NewsMercedes using brand collaboration with Avatar to promote EVs, sustainability
- NewsLook how Honda produces Civic Type R, most powerful car it has offered in the US
- News2023 EarthRoamer SX off-road motorhome running on a Chevrolet Silverado 6500 HD
- NewsOwner restores converted 1967 VW Microbus, replacing EV motor with gas engine
- NewsVietnamese automaker VinFast announces VF 6 and VF 7 EVs for the US market
- News27North's Ascender 30A expedition truck appears ready to handle the apocalypse
- NewsA closer look at the 1,000 hp 1981 Ferrari 308 with a Honda K-series engine
- NewsHyundai unveils the N Vision 74 concept, a hydrogen fuel cell hybrid concept
- NewsGeneral Motors believes EVs will be profitable by 2025, with lots in pipeline
- NewsAudi chats more about Ken Block's customized S1 Hoonigan electric race car
- NewsA closer look at the 2024 Chevrolet Trax, a revamped SUV with $21,495 price tag
- NewsIntroducing the Drako Dragon, a $290,000 luxury EV with a whopping 2,000hp
- NewsLearning more about the Sono Motors Sion, an actual affordable solar-powered EV
- News2024 Subaru Impreza compact goes hatchback only, unveiled at 2024 LA Auto Show
- NewsFord plans to produce its own EV components to consolidate supply chain
- NewsMercedes-Benz wants to teach you how to drive on the snow and ice in Europe
- NewsFord shows off Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package for rugged driving
- NewsReal-world look at the 2023 Porsche 911 Dakar, a pricey car for some fun driving
- NewsThe Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept arrived in the US, gives a glimpse of future
- NewsVolkswagen ID. family tops 500,000 delivered, one year sooner than expected
- NewsGenesis X Convertible completes X concept trilogy, showing off shiny convertible
- News2023 Toyota Prius hybrid is the auto giant's slickest looking Prius it has made
- NewsClive Sutton's CS850R Mustang is an upgrade on an upgrade, pushing 847 bhp
- NewsTaycan Turbo S Cross Turismo shows off driving ability alongside monster truck
- NewsAutonomous trucking system handles tire blowouts better than human truck drivers
- News2023 Nissan Versa price starts at $15,730, delivering surprising affordability
- NewsUnique Electric Moke Californian will arrive in the United States for $41,900
- NewsLamborghini can't keep up with production demand, sold out until mid-2024
- NewsSen. candidate Herschel Walker: US has gas-guzzling cars with 'good emissions'
- NewsMaserati Grecale SUV gets a special Barbie bespoke edition after partnership
- NewsBugatti Centodieci pre-delivery testing involves five-hour, 180+ mile drive
- NewsGoogle expands deal, Renault will receive more digital transformation help
- NewsBMW won't forget about lower cost cars in EV market, will make affordable models
- News2022 Land Rover Range Rover First Edition delivers luxury to affluent buyers
- NewsBMW: By 2024, 1 in 3 BMWs produced in Bavarian plants will be electric vehicles
- NewsPrototype originally mistaken for Chevy Trax, but might be next-gen Trailblazer
- NewsYoung people interested in electric vehicles, even though many can't afford it
- NewsVW builds gnarly office chair that moves up to 13mph with built-in infotainment
- NewsThe 2023 Lexus LX 600 ultra-luxury SUV base trim will start at $89,160
- NewsVolvo focused on electric EVs for now, taking cautious approach to its portfolio
- NewsBossi Van Conversions shows off its Artemis, modified Mercedes Sprinter van
- News2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport unveiled, most off-road capable SUV Honda ever made
- News2023 Honda Accord has made its official debut, with changed look and new tech
- News2023 Kia EV6 electric vehicle will arrive with a $49,795 starting price tag
- NewsDriving tests of 2023 Fisker Ocean EV reveal happy experiences from drivers
- NewsUS Air Force testing experimental autonomous stealthy combat aerial vehicle
- NewsGreenpeace: Global heating could be pushed to the brink due to high car sales
- NewsFisker focused on vehicle delivery, will update software later down the road
- NewsGeneral Motors expanding use of its hands-free Super Cruise functionality
- NewsThe Buick Electra crossover EV prototype spotted out and about during testing
- NewsVW ID. Buzz vehicle packed with tech for innovative driver assistance system
- NewsPorsche 911 Dakar shows what it can do on gravel, sand and snow
- News2024 Volvo EX90 all-electric SUV will hit the US market with an $80,000 MSRP
- NewsSeaweed has potential to make EVs cheaper, while range improves, scientists hope
- News320,000 Lego bricks used to create 1:1 replica of the Ford F-150 Lightning truck
- NewsThe Audi Q8 e-tron has refreshed design, improvements in range and efficiency
- NewsItalian automaker Aehra unveils luxury electric SUV set for production in 2025
- News2022 Hyundai Elantra N puts 2022 Subaru WRX through its paces in sedan showdown
- NewsBrand new BMW M4 Competition xDrive converted into pickup truck... just because
- NewsKia working on prototype truck that reportedly draws inspiration from Mohave SUV
- NewsCadillac unveils a God of War-themed CT5 car for the Chinese auto market
- NewsHoonigan's latest race featured a 1400-HP Acura Integra vs. 1300-HP Nissan GT-R
- NewsHonda debuts the incredibly sharp looking e:N2 Concept electric vehicle
- NewsHonda develops new AI platform, wants humans and machines to better interact
- NewsLeague of Legends helping Mercedes with its virtual show car, Project SMNR
- NewsFord, Mercedes, other competitors jumping into camper vans to support van life
- NewsPorsche 911 RSR has a special design to celebrate decade of GTE Pro Racing
- NewsMini launches new program which will teach drivers how to drive stick shift
- NewsCustom ZEM hybrid vehicle able to capture CO2 from the air as it drives
- News2023 Ford F-150 Raptor R is a 700 HP V8 engine that is 'absolute overkill'
- NewsBenteler hopes Holon can lead to a fully electric autonomous people mover
- NewsHyundai isn't only interested in vehicles, as the company also likes the skies
- News2023 BMW i7 electric car offers 7 Series luxury in a fully-electric model
- NewsInterested buyers will have to wait a couple years for the GMC Hummer EV Pickup
- NewsMini Cooper SE Countryman ALL4 has a limited 'Untamed Edition' plug-in hybrid
- NewsMitsubishi will open up US sales of Outlander plug-in hybrid electric vehicle
- NewsVolkswagen shows off 350 horsepower Jetta GLI Performance Concept car
- NewsBMW showed off its new M2 Coupe that was enhanced by the M Mixed Reality tech
- NewsVolkswagen Group pauses Twitter advertising as turbulence continues
- NewsMercedes-Benz should unveil the Concept EQT Marco Polo in early December
- NewsEven Dodge doesn't know if a gas-powered Charger will be released after EV model
- NewsNissan Z GT4 450-hp race car unveiled, designed for amateurs and pros alike
- NewsCitroen C5 Aircross plug-in hybrid EV now has new 180 horsepower option
- NewsMass production of the Tesla Cybertruck expected to begin towards end of 2023
- NewsLucid Launch Event will help Lucid Motors show off full Air lineup to EV fans
- NewsFord needs to pay over $100 million to software company in trade secrets case
- NewsTesting the Porsche 911's limits on the highest volcano in the world
- NewsFord shows off the 2023 Transit Trail van so adventurers can get off the grid
- NewsDon't hold your breath for Honda EVs with manual, company execs say
- NewsFisker confirms Ocean SUV to start production in weeks, 62,000 reservations
- NewsMercedes-Benz will start pricing of the all-electric EQE Sedan at $74,900
- NewsPorsche 99X Electric Gen3 conducts successful tests ahead of Formula E season
- NewsIntroducing the Bentley Bentayga Odyssean Edition with its hybrid powertrain
- NewsToyota introduces the Trailhunter Concept for interested truck drivers
- NewsFerrari shows off the Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar, will bring it to race track
- NewsDodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept will try to electrify the muscle car market
- NewsMopar shows off the electric Jeep CJ Surge Concept during SEMA Show
- NewsRally driver Ken Block tears up Las Vegas in an electric Audi S1 Hoonitron
- NewsYou'll soon be able to drive the BMW M Hybrid V8 using iRacing's platform
- NewsThe Porsche 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro, a $12,000 soundbar with a 992 GT3 exhaust
October 2022
- NewsFord F-Series Super Duty rocks best-in-class towing, payload, and power
- NewsFive-day trip through China sets Lamborghini Esperienza Giro China travel record
- NewsPorsche Taycan is now being tested and it could have almost 1,000 horse power
- NewsUnited Airlines buying electric 30-seat planes, still taking cautious approach
- News2023 Kia Sorento midsize SUV has been confirmed, includes added safety features
- NewsMoving ahead with EVs, the DOD testing best methods to rollout EV chargers
- NewsOrders open up for the 'Last Call' 2023 Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger cars
- News2022 Rivian R1S electric SUV has been tested with feedback offered
- NewsGMC Sierra EV offers truck buyers upscale alternative to electric Hummer
- NewsRivian R1T had better towing capacity than Ford F-150 Lighting in Edmunds test
- NewsThe $25,000 Sion Solar EV from Sono Motors will make its way to the US
- NewsResults are in from 2023 Lordstown Motors Endurance all-electric pickup test
- NewsToyota announces upgraded GR Supra GT4 EVO for interested 2023 auto buyers
- NewsThe Nissan GT-R will return in 2023 with a starting price tag of $113,540
- NewsTesla auto rival GM will suspend advertising on Twitter because of Elon Musk
- NewsNissan set to unveil unique all-electric concept vehicles during SEMA auto show
- NewsMost powerful Honda ever offered in the US, 2023 Civic Type R now shipping
- News2023 Toyota Crown hybrid sedan offers a unique and 'weird' driving experience
- NewsMercedes-AMG unveils Formula 1 edition of the C63 S E PERFORMANCE
- NewsLamborghini takes its Urus super SUV on a press and promotion tour across Europe
- NewsUnited Airlines to use Jaguar 2023 Jaguar I-PACE to ferry passengers to flights
- NewsBMW adds more electronic features standard on the 2023 BMW R 1250 R Roadster
- NewsEuropean Union decides to ban sale of new combustion engine vehicles in 2035
- NewsFord F-150 Lightning has 0-60 mph time in less than 4 seconds, CEO claims
- NewsAcura adding new standard premium services and other perks to 2023 RDX
- NewsRenault intros the 4ever Trophy, a full-electric SUV expected in 2025
- NewsHonda teasing a new Accord with a sleek look for 2023 midsize sedan model
- NewsLuxury EV automaker Lucid releases some snazzy accessories for the Lucid Air
- NewsReport: Tesla under DoJ criminal probe related to self-driving claims
- NewsAudi will team up with Sauber to start racing Formula 1 in 2026
- NewsLotus confirms UK/European pricing, specs for the luxury Eletre hyper-SUV
- NewsToyota shows off some changes for its 2023 Corolla Hatchback
- NewsKia confirms 2023 Niro EV will ship with starting price tag of $39,450
- NewsBentley now producing series production of Bentayga Extended Wheelbase
- NewsSheriff-elect wants to use drones to monitor violent crime in Las Vegas
- NewsRussian naval warships in Black Sea reportedly killing ocean life
- NewsMitsubishi shows off slick XFC Concept destined for Southeast Asia
- NewsEnergy lobbyists and EV supporters have a lot on the line ahead of midterms
- NewsGlobal CO2 emissions from fossil fuels to rise less than a percent in 2022
- NewsAutomakers still working to overcome lingering semiconductor supply issue
- NewsNASA picks an unidentified aerial phenomena research team for upcoming study
- NewsUS Army expresses continued desire for autonomous Black Hawk helicopters
- NewsElectric vehicle maker Rivian also wants to get people moving on electric bikes
- NewsOver 20x lithium will need to be mined by 2050 to keep up with demand
- NewsWaymo bringing its autonomous driving technology to Los Angeles
- NewsLyft drivers have a future for at least a decade before autonomous takes over
- NewsTeraWatt will bring electric charging infrastructure to Interstate 10 for trucks
- NewsFollowing Hurricane Ian, EV batteries are still catching on fire
- NewsMcLaren Racing will bring digital ads to its Formula 1 race cars
- NewsSolaris shows off the Urbino 9 LE electric-powered bus during FIAA
- NewsAudi working on new tech to filter CO2 straight out of ambient air
- NewsGeneral Motors factory workers still adjusting to EV production
- NewsBMW believes hydrogen will be 'hippest thing to drive' one day
- NewsHyundai to offer eco-friendly fleet for use during World Cup 2022
- NewsBMW drops $1.7 billion investment to make electric vehicles in the US
- News2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 shown off, with its 400-mile range
- NewsMercedes-Benz working towards an accident-free driving reality
- NewsGood bye to gas stations? Not yet, convenience stores have concerns
- NewsJeep unveils Avenger, the automaker's first fully electric SUV
- NewsParents increasingly interested in teaching teens how to drive in EVs
- NewsIKEA wants autonomous freight delivery, finds partner to help
- NewsFoxconn unveils new electric pickup truck and crossover hatchback
- NewsAudi C-V2X tech designed to help drivers safely interact with cyclists
- NewsRolls-Royce unveils the Spectre, company's first fully electric car
- NewsAudi RS 3 performance edition: sportier, stronger, faster, and limited
- NewsForget the yardwork! Bust out the autonomous lawn mower to do it
- NewsThe electrified Taco Bell, where you eat while your EV charges
- NewsCadillac shows off Celestiq, an all-electric luxury sedan for $300,000
- NewsWill robots and humans be able to co-exist? Researchers aim to answer
- NewsXwing and NASA will work to create autonomous flight infrastructure
- NewsMercedes-AMG shows off shiny EQE SUV pushing 677 HP from two motors
- NewsElectric freight trucks to drive as far and carry as much as diesel
- NewsMercedes-Benz to deliver music from Apple Music, Universal Music Group
- NewsUnited States trails behind multiple European countries in EV adoption
- NewsGrowing trend of automakers opening up EV factories in the US
- NewsDrivers too comfortable, believing semi-autonomous is full autonomous
- NewsGoogle AI voice assistant in new Toyota, Lexus vehicles in 2023
- NewsSunrun, Enel X Way will make electric vehicle home charging stations
- NewsUS Army's professional association conference features armed robots
- NewsIBM hopes autonomous vessel technology can make waves in ship market
- NewsMercedes-Benz will use Microsoft cloud to boost digital transformation
- NewsFord dumping resources into digital transformation now taking place
- NewsHyundai bets big on car software, wants to connect 20 million vehicles
- NewsTouchlab testing its robotic skin sensors in hospitals
- NewsSynop makes electric school buses mobile battery packs for power grid
- NewsStanford researchers create exoskeleton boot to help people walk
- NewsSony Honda working together to produce EVs in North America real soon
- NewsLucid Motors on track to meet conservative 2022 production goals
- NewsThe 2024 Polestar 3 makes its debut, $84,000 all-electric SUV
- NewsGeneral Motors promotes GM Energy, energy management for EV customers
- NewsLexus publicly premieres the all-electric Lexus UX 300e
- NewsSurvey: Almost 4 in 10 houses now have at least one smart home device
- NewsHonda, LG team up to bring joint venture EV battery plant to midwest
- NewsBlink Charging revamps Blink Network with cloud platform and new app
- NewsBMW to bring in-vehicle casual gaming to cars, program starts in 2023
- NewsAmazon investing $970M towards EV technology for European fleet
- NewsUS military chooses GM Defense to help develop battery solutions
- NewsUber will work with Motional IONIQ 5 for robotaxi rides
- NewsVolvo EX90 electric SUV could power your house if there's a blackout
- NewsAIRROBO wants to help keep your house clean with the P20
- NewsMercedes-Benz banking on luxury drivers embracing electric vehicles
- NewsNVIDIA Omniverse contest winner brings simulated bots to life
- NewsBoston Dynamics, other companies say robots should not be weaponized
- NewsHonda takes the wraps off the Prologue, company's first electric SUV
- NewsRestaurants use robots to eliminate repetitive tasks, fill worker gaps
- NewsWalgreens using robots to fill prescriptions due to worker shortages
- NewsRivian produces more than 7,000 vehicles in Q3, roaring right along
- NewsDax food delivery robot, a more interactive experience with humans
- NewsHyundai's IONIQ 6 reduces range anxiety, gets 380 miles per charge
- NewsHennessey Performance shows off its custom VelociRaptor 500 Bronco
- News'Eyes' on self-driving cars may help improve pedestrian safety
- NewsPizza Hut Canada testing delivery robots to complete short deliveries
- NewsJohn Deere embracing autonomy, other technology advancements
- NewsLordstown Motors starts production of Endurance electric pickup truck
- NewsMaserati GranTurismo goes electric with luxury Folgore
- NewsTesla delivers record 343,000 cars in Q3, still short of expectations
- NewsAutonomous, other tech disrupting the agricultural industry
- NewsEPA doubles clean school bus rebate awards to almost $1 billion
- NewsSubaru announces pricing information for the 2023 Forester
September 2022
- NewsIntroducing the Tai Chi humanoid robot, courtesy of RIT researchers
- NewsMore EVs on the road, questions remain over charging infrastructure
- NewsKodiak Robotics shows the future of autonomous trucking after tests
- NewsCitroen unveils Oli, an all-electric concept car made from cardboard
- NewsAAA: Automatic braking system performs poorly when you need it most
- NewsDOD relying on Verizon, Lockheed Martin for 5G-enabled drones
- NewsToyota CEO under heavy criticism for automaker's EV slow EV strategy
- NewsNASA teams up with Apptronik to research humanoid robots
- NewsPolice to hit the streets in electric 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV
- NewsWVU researchers using robots to improve workplace safety for employees
- NewsEviation's maiden all electric flight earns praise from US lawmakers
- NewsIntroducing The Wingman, a fast food robot able to fry up foods
- NewsUS military interested in deploying electric jet skis for missions
- NewsUS military excited about drones and manned aircraft working together
- NewsUT researchers looking for solutions to extend EV charging problems
- NewsOSU researchers want to enhance veterans' health with robots
- NewsRobots in Amazon warehouses moving closer to replacing human workers
- NewsUS govt wants to cover 75,000 miles of highway with EV charging
- NewsDHL strengthens its partnership with company specializing in robots
- NewsBMW unveils the 2023 XM hybrid SUV, pushing 644 HP and wacky design
- NewsHertz and oil giant BP team up to accelerate EV charging
- NewsEven more companies jumping into the autonomous delivery vehicle hunt
- NewsSouth Korea has ambitious plans to have 50% of cars autonomous by 2035
- NewsRobotic servers helping ease worker shortages as tech expands
- NewsVW subsidiary aims to improve grid reliability by adding EVs into grid
- NewsEV sales still rising, but more needs to be done to reach net-zero
- NewsNASA still watching weather as Artemis I rollback prep continues
- NewsDHS shows off first fully electric federal law enforcement vehicle
- NewsMIT develops platform so robots can grip with correct force
- NewsAutomotive semiconductor market still all over the place
- NewsCLEVON 1 autonomous delivery vehicle headed to North America
- NewsDaimler Trucks' Torc Robotics now running actual customer freight
- NewsConvertibles struggling as carmakers focus on push towards electric
- NewsStudy: charging electric vehicles at night may not be the best plan
- NewsHertz to buy 175,000 electric vehicles from General Motors
- News2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance makes its world debut, minus V8
