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.
U.S. regulators are soon to decide on General Motors’ self-driving cars. GM’s Cruise unit has filed a petition seeking approval to deploy up to 2,500 self-driving vehicles annually without human Full Article »
Kia has recently announced its plans to invest $200 million in its Georgia factory, signaling its entry into electric vehicle production. The South Korean automotive company intends to allocate these Full Article »
Tesla has recently announced that the federal tax credits available for purchasing their popular Model 3 electric vehicles are expected to be diminished following December 31st. This update was shared Full Article »
Carvana, a pioneer in the online used car marketplace, has recently released its list of the top ten best-selling electric vehicles (EVs) for the first half of 2023. The rankings Full Article »
Texas has decided to postpone a vote on the allocation of federal funds for the construction of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations until August 16. This delay comes as some Full Article »
According to recent reports from Japan dissected by AutoBlog, the future of the Toyota GR86 and the Subaru BRZ, two popular lightweight sport coupes, may be taking an interesting turn. Full Article »
According to analysts and industry data, the electric vehicle (EV) market in the United States is experiencing growth, but at a slower pace than expected. This has resulted in a Full Article »
The United Auto Workers (UAW) is set to begin contract negotiations with Detroit’s three automakers this week. The talks are expected to be contentious, as the union seeks significant wage Full Article »
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating 346,000 Ford Escape sport utility vehicles (SUVs) because a weld in the door assembly may fail. This could potentially result in Full Article »
Mercedes-Benz reported today a considerable increase in second quarter sales rising 6% year-on-year with a total of 515,700 vehicles sold. The increase in sales is a result of the high Full Article »
The new Threads social media app, a new competitor to Twitter, witnessed a significant influx of millions of new users, including Ford Performance, which took advantage of the new Meta Full Article »
Aston Martin has recently created excitement among automotive enthusiasts with a teaser of a manual transmission possibly for its V12 Vantage model. Through a thought-provoking social media post, the company Full Article »
The world of luxury automobiles has its own set of rules, and Rolls-Royce is no stranger to setting the bar high. In a bold move, the esteemed company’s CEO, Torsten Full Article »
Pirelli has introduced the P Zero Trofeo RS, a new semi-slick tire specifically designed as original equipment for high-performance vehicles like the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Pagani Utopia, and Ford Full Article »
General Motors continues to extend its lead over Toyota in the US automotive market, driven by improved supply conditions and a strengthening market. General Motors (GM) has reaffirmed its position Full Article »
