by Phil Jackson | Jan 11, 2023
At first glance, it sounds quite frivolous: a heated seatbelt. Why would auto supplier ZF be working on a technique to weave heating conductors into the belt structure? Did anyone ask for this?! Delve into the details however, and there is a very concrete...
by Phil Jackson | Dec 15, 2022
As we approach the end of 2022, best wishes from the Village Automotive Group blog for a joyful holiday season. Be well, enjoy your family and friends, and let us hope for a more peaceful, compassionate and tolerant year ahead.
by Phil Jackson | Dec 1, 2022
Drivers of electric cars quicky get to know the intricacies of regenerative braking. When you release the accelerator or use the brakes, the torque of the electric motors is reversed. Not only does the car slow down, but the motors become generators and charge the...
by Phil Jackson | Nov 16, 2022
Here is a link to a thought-provoking article on Slate discussing the repercussions of our move in America to larger and larger personal vehicles. The gist of the article is that we have done a fantastic job of emphasizing and subsequently succeeding in protecting the...
by Phil Jackson | Nov 2, 2022
What ultimately sets Volvo apart is safety, so it is wonderful to see their new flagship vehicle being introduced as the safest Volvo ever, with standard safety equipment that goes way beyond any prior Volvo model. The new EX90 will makes its debut a week from now on...
