EV Demand Struggling, Tech Professor Sees Future Reliance
As car manufacturers cut capacity for new electric vehicles, a Tennessee Tech researcher said companies may have overestimated the consumer demand. Dr. Mohan Rao said that demand for new electric vehicles can be extremely volatile and particularly reliant on fossil fuel prices. “The range has been the challenge, they’re working on that now,” Rao said. […]
Key To Motorcycle Safety Is Awareness and Sharing Roadway Space
The Crossville Police Department is trying to spread awareness for sharing the road during Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Administrative Captain Brian Eckelson said the biggest challenge for riders will always be the size difference between a bike and vehicle. He said the key to safety is space for everyone when a bike is on the […]
“Back to the Strip” Comes Back to McMinnville May 1st
“Back to the Strip” makes its return to the McMinnville downtown scene this year. The car show and cruise-in is an annual charity event that benefits Meals on Wheels. Event organizer Mary Lee Walker said the best part is the community coming together to give back. “We have an amazing community and everyone pulls together […]
Car’s Digital Dashboards Adding To Road Distractions
New vehicles are continuing to add larger screens to their dashboards, with Mercedes unveiling a 56 inch screen this month. Tennessee Highway Patrol Captain R.C. Christian said this is one more thing to pull drivers attention from the roads. Christian said Highway Patrol has seen an uptick in distracted driving, and these screens are one […]
