Mike Floyd

Mike Floyd is a finance executive by trade and a car enthusiast at heart. As a CFO with a keen eye for detail and strategy, Mike brings his analytical mindset to the automotive world, uncovering fresh insights and unique perspectives that go beyond the surface. His passion for cars—especially his favorite, the Porsche 911, fuels his contributions to Automotive Addicts, where he blends a love for performance and design with his professional precision. Whether he’s breaking down industry trends or spotlighting emerging innovations, Mike helps keep the site both sharp and forward-thinking.

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Tesla Recalling Over 2 Million Vehicles over Warning Light Issue
Feb 2, 2024 Ξ

Tesla Recalling Over 2 Million Vehicles over Warning Light Issue

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Tesla is initiating a recall of 2.2 million vehicles in the United States due to an issue with the font size on the instrument panel, affecting warning lights for the  Full Article »

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GM Remains Committed to Driverless Vehicle Technology Even After Cruise Problems
Feb 2, 2024 Ξ

GM Remains Committed to Driverless Vehicle Technology Even After Cruise Problems

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Despite recent challenges faced by GM’s Cruise business, including an investigation by the U.S. Justice Department and Securities and Exchange Commission regarding an October accident involving one of its autonomous  Full Article »

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New Car Preview: 2025 Ford Explorer
Feb 1, 2024 Ξ

New Car Preview: 2025 Ford Explorer

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Ford has introduced the latest iteration of the Explorer bringing us some refreshing changes for the current generation. This update encompasses notable changes to both its exterior and interior, along  Full Article »

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Edmunds Outlines What EV Owners Need to Know about Wintertime Driving
Jan 31, 2024 Ξ

Edmunds Outlines What EV Owners Need to Know about Wintertime Driving

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When the winter chill sets in, electric vehicle (EV) owners face a unique set of challenges. Freezing temperatures slow down battery performance, reducing the range of EVs by 20% to  Full Article »

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Crash Tests Reveal Highway Guardrails May Not Hold Up to Heavier Electric Vehicles
Jan 31, 2024 Ξ

Crash Tests Reveal Highway Guardrails May Not Hold Up to Heavier Electric Vehicles

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Crash tests conducted by engineers at a University of Nebraska road safety facility have raised concerns about the ability of highway guardrails to withstand collisions involving heavier electric vehicles (EVs).  Full Article »

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Dash Cams ‘exploding in popularity’ as Study Reveals one-third of Car Buyers Want One in Their Next Car
Jan 31, 2024 Ξ

Dash Cams ‘exploding in popularity’ as Study Reveals one-third of Car Buyers Want One in Their Next Car

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Dash cams are rapidly gaining popularity among prospective car buyers, with a recent study by AutoPacific revealing that approximately one-third of individuals intending to purchase a vehicle in the coming  Full Article »

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Honda Offering to add Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Integration for 2018-2022 Accords
Jan 30, 2024 Ξ

Honda Offering to add Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Integration for 2018-2022 Accords

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Honda has just rolled out an enticing offer for owners of select Accord models from 2018 to 2022: the option to integrate wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ functionalities through  Full Article »

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New Car Preview: 2025 Mazda CX-70
Jan 30, 2024 Ξ

New Car Preview: 2025 Mazda CX-70

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Mazda is going all-in on a full lineup of SUVs and has brought us an all-new mid-size variant, the 2025 CX-70, a sleek and sporty variation of its larger sibling,  Full Article »

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Toyota Retains World’s Top-Selling Automaker Crown as Chairman Apologizes over Scandals
Jan 30, 2024 Ξ

Toyota Retains World’s Top-Selling Automaker Crown as Chairman Apologizes over Scandals

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Toyota has solidified its position as the world’s leading automaker for the fourth consecutive year, with record-breaking sales of 11.2 million vehicles in 2023. Despite this achievement, the company’s chairman,  Full Article »

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GM Looks Towards Positive Outlook for 2024 via ‘Resilient’ US Economy
Jan 30, 2024 Ξ

GM Looks Towards Positive Outlook for 2024 via ‘Resilient’ US Economy

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General Motors (GM) has reported a dip in pre-tax profit for the fourth quarter, but despite this, the company remains optimistic about its prospects for 2024, buoyed by what it  Full Article »

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Honda Could be Working on NSX Electric Sports Car
Jan 29, 2024 Ξ

Honda Could be Working on NSX Electric Sports Car

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Honda has recently uncovered how they would like to approach a new electric vehicle (EV) strategy. At CES, the Japanese automaker introduced two electric concept cars, offering a preview of  Full Article »

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Hyundai Looking to Conquer the Weekend at Big Game with New Santa Fe Super Bowl LVIII Commercial
Jan 29, 2024 Ξ

Hyundai Looking to Conquer the Weekend at Big Game with New Santa Fe Super Bowl LVIII Commercial

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Hyundai is poised to make moves in the advertising world with its latest campaign centered around the 2024 Santa Fe. The focus? Conquering the weekend and tapping into the spirit  Full Article »

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Electric Car Maker Polestar to cut 450 Jobs, 15% of Global Workforce
Jan 26, 2024 Ξ

Electric Car Maker Polestar to cut 450 Jobs, 15% of Global Workforce

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The electric car maker Polestar has announced plans to cut approximately 450 jobs globally, constituting about 15% of its total workforce. The decision comes in response to what the Swedish  Full Article »

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Auto Dealers Continually Urge Biden Administration to Halt Strictest-ever EPA Tailpipe Emission Limits
Jan 26, 2024 Ξ

Auto Dealers Continually Urge Biden Administration to Halt Strictest-ever EPA Tailpipe Emission Limits

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Auto dealerships across the United States, over 4,700 in total, have expressed their concerns to President Joe Biden, urging the administration to halt the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) efforts to  Full Article »

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Subaru Updates 2024 Solterra EV with Faster Charging and New Features, without Price Increase
Jan 25, 2024 Ξ

Subaru Updates 2024 Solterra EV with Faster Charging and New Features, without Price Increase

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Subaru has unveiled the slightly updated 2024 Subaru Solterra, an all-electric SUV with improved charging capabilities and a host of new features. Despite these update advancements for the 2024 model  Full Article »

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