Stephen Edelstein, Contributing Writer

Stephen’s obsession with cars passed the “unhealthy” mark long ago. From classics to modern performance cars, he loves anything with four wheels, especially if there’s an interesting story attached. When he’s not writing automotive news articles for High Gear Media, Stephen can often be found combing through local car shows for something he hasn’t seen before, and sharing the results with anyone on the Internet willing to pay attention. Stephen has a Master's degree in History from Clark University. He currently lives in Connecticut.

Articles

Nissan Shows Fully Autonomous Cars It Plans To Build By 2020 Stephen Edelstein September 9, 2013

Cars that can drive themselves--under certain circumstances--are increasingly in the news.

Even so, Nissan surprised the world with its recent announcement of a program to develop a fully autonomous...
Nissan e-NV200 Electric Van To Enter Production Next Year
The Nissan e-NV200, an electric version of the company's small van and New York's "Taxi of Tomorrow" will go from concept to production in 2014.
Stephen Edelstein September 9, 2013

Ford C-Max Hybrid Sales Seemingly Not Hurt By Fuel-Economy Shortfall
Despite having its mileage ratings lowered, the Ford C-Max appears to still be popular with customers.
Stephen Edelstein September 9, 2013
Are The BMW i3 And i8 Electric Cars Too Much Of A Stretch?
The BMW i3 and i8 are both impressive technological exercises, but will anyone actually want to buy them?
Stephen Edelstein September 7, 2013
Electric Car Sales, Hybrid Hondas, Audi Holds DC Diesel Rally: Today's Car News
Today in car news: Two Honda hybrids, but only one that Americans can buy. Also, Audi feels diesel isn't getting the respect it deserves.
Stephen Edelstein September 6, 2013
Audi Urges Diesel-Friendly Regulations, Holds DC Diesel Rally
Audi and corporate parent Volkswagen believe clean diesels are being ignored by government regulations and incentive programs that promote hybrids and pure electric cars.
Stephen Edelstein September 6, 2013
Hybrid Yaris, Doorless Smart, U.S. Army Goes Electric: Today's Car News Stephen Edelstein September 5, 2013

Today on Green Car Reports: We check out two green concept cars, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid-R and Smart FourJoy, that are set to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show--plus, the U.S. military experiments...

Recall: 2006-2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrids, 2006-2008 Lexus RX 400h
Toyota announced yesterday that it would conduct a voluntary recall of 133,000 Highlander Hybrid and Lexus RX400h crossover utility vehicles. The affected vehicles cover model years 2006 through 2010 for the Highlander, and 2006 through 2008 for the RX. Both vehicles share a platform and use the...
Stephen Edelstein September 5, 2013
California Extends Electric-Car HOV Lane Access To 2019
The California Legislature has voted to allow drivers of plug-in cars to cruise the state's High-Occupancy Vehicle lanes solo for another six years.
Stephen Edelstein September 5, 2013
Tesla Servicing, Charging Station Ratings, The End of Internal Combustion: Today's Car News
Today's news roundup includes Tesla's new and improved service program, PlugShare's new PlugScore rating system, and some ambitious plans by the UK government.
Stephen Edelstein September 4, 2013
Study: China Could Soon Find Itself In Traffic Jam Hell
The International Energy Agency's report "A Tale of Renewed Cities" predicts that global vehicle usage will increase sharply by 2050, with China leading the way.
Stephen Edelstein September 2, 2013
Why Men Love Their Tesla Model S Electric Cars
A new study finds that Tesla has more male owners than other plug-in nameplates, and that those owners love their cars. Why? Because they have a need for speed.
Stephen Edelstein August 30, 2013