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.
The historic Ford Motor Co. plant in Jacksonville, FL is set to be demolished, as the city has issued a permit for its demolition. The property, located in the Talleyrand Full Article »
J.D. Power has recently published the findings of its third U.S. Electric Vehicle Consideration (EVC) Study, which involved surveying potential car buyers to gather their opinions on purchasing battery-electric vehicles Full Article »
According to data from Experian, Tesla Inc. experienced a significant rebound in sales in the United States during the first four months of 2023. This growth was attributed to substantial Full Article »
Toyota is aiming to introduce a simulated manual transmission for their electric vehicles (EVs) by 2026, offering customers a unique driving experience. The concept was initially showcased in a Lexus Full Article »
Toyota shareholders convened for their annual general meeting in Toyota city, Japan, where they debated and ultimately rejected a proposal demanding improved efforts from the automaker to combat climate change. Full Article »
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a significant recall for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, involving a large number of vehicles. A total of 331,401 SUVs, dating back Full Article »
General Motors (GM) and Samsung SDI have announced their plans to build a new electric vehicle (EV) battery cell plant in Indiana, investing over $3 billion in the project. The Full Article »
Toyota’s recent social media activity has sparked excitement among enthusiasts as it suggests the return of the Land Cruiser nameplate to the United States. In a Facebook post, the company Full Article »
Toyota has announced its plans to introduce high-performance solid-state batteries and other innovative technologies to enhance the driving range and reduce costs of future electric vehicles (EVs). This strategic shift Full Article »
Following the General Motors (GM) announcement to invest over $1 Billion in its Flint Assembly Plant to build future gas-powered heavy-duty trucks, GM plans to invest $632 million in its Full Article »
The electric vehicle (EV) charging debacle is switching into another gear this week after the announcements of Ford and GM to adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) connectors for Full Article »
In Philadelphia, commuters faced significant traffic delays on Monday following the collapse of an elevated section of Interstate 95. The collapse was caused by a tanker truck carrying flammable cargo Full Article »
Cadillac has recently provided updated range figures for its 2024 Lyriq RWD and 2024 Lyriq AWD models. The term “updated” is used because the luxury automaker had previously tested both Full Article »
The White House has announced that electric-vehicle charging stations utilizing Tesla standard plugs will be eligible for substantial federal subsidies. However, there is a condition: these charging stations must also Full Article »
Mercedes-Benz has secured a significant milestone in the field of automated driving technology, surpassing Tesla to gain approval from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The approval allows Mercedes-Benz Full Article »
