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Why was the Emergency Release Handle Invented?

In 2002, the government mandated that all vehicles include a standard glow-in-the-dark trunk-release lever, which opens the trunk from the inside in the event of an emergency. Every year, up to 20 people die while trapped in a car trunk, where temperatures can quickly rise to lethal levels. But did you know why they invented […]

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How Are Tesla Stores Different from Regular Dealerships?

From the moment Tesla was launched by tycoon Elon Musk, we did not only see hybrid cars but drastic changes in the sales pattern were also introduced in a very orthodox style. With these upfront changes, how did tesla differ from traditional car dealers? There is a big difference between a Tesla Store from a

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Are Back-Up Cameras Required for New Cars in the United States?

Technological advancements in the automotive industry changed the way we use cars. From power-steering, airbags, and now the concept of smart cars. But did you know that one particular feature is now required by law? In 2014, a federal law was passed, giving car companies four years to comply with. Starting May 2018, manufacturers need

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Were There Electric Cars Before the Tesla?

Cars running on gasoline and electricity have made many advancements since the Early Automotive Age. With the numerous improvements in automotive technology, the electric car today will sure drive gasoline cars off the road soon!  Even before the invention of Teslas, electric cars were already widespread by the 1900s. They became symbols for the affluent

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Tesla requires buyers to purchase cars online to circumvent state laws that require car sales to be done through franchise dealerships. “Tesla Stores” exist only to educate potential customers and to deliver vehicles purchased online.

Tesla Stores: What Are They and How Are They Different Than Dealerships? Since the day Elon Musk brought Tesla into the automotive world, he has been reshaping the way we look at the car-buying process. Traditionally, car dealerships have been individually-owned franchises. Automotive manufacturers supply the dealership with inventory and they sell them for a

Tesla requires buyers to purchase cars online to circumvent state laws that require car sales to be done through franchise dealerships. “Tesla Stores” exist only to educate potential customers and to deliver vehicles purchased online. Read More »