Guangxi Yuchai to Supply New-Energy Powertrains to Foton
Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Co. Ltd. has agreed to supply China’s Foton Motor Group with next-generation gasoline, diesel and natural gas engines, electrified powertrains and fuel cell systems.
India Cuts Taxes on EVs, Charging Stations
India will slash its goods and services tax on electric vehicles and EV chargers to 5% from the current 12% and 18%, respectively, on Aug. 1.
DOT Ruling Due “Soon” on GM Autonomy Bid
General Motors Co. can expect a regulatory decision “soon” on its request to waive U.S. safety rules that require self-driving vehicles to have a steering wheel and foot pedals.
BMW Charges Owners for Apple CarPlay Interface
Contrary to other carmakers, which offer Apple and Android smartphone interfaces for free, BMW AG is charging vehicle owners for Apple CarPlay.
Magna, BAIC Finalize China EV Partnership
Magna International Inc. and China’s BAIC Group (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co.) have agreed on a framework for the electric vehicle joint venture they announced last summer.
2020 Chevy Silverado Diesel Gets 27 mpg
General Motors says its new diesel-powered Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck will have a class-leading U.S. fuel efficiency rating of 27 mpg.
Toyota Invests $600 Million in DiDi Chuxing
Toyota Motor Corp. is investing $600 million in Chinese ride-hailing giant DiDi Chuxing Technology Co.
Toyota Aims to Cut Carbon Emissions 40% in N.A.
Toyota Motor Corp. hopes to lower the carbon footprint of its North America operations by 40% in three years.
BMW Doubles Battery Capacity at U.S. Plant
BMW AG’s giant SUV factory in Spartanburg, S.C., has doubled capacity to make batteries for its electrified models.
GM Cruise Delays Autonomous Taxi Service
GM Cruise LLC says its driverless taxis won’t be ready to deploy for paying customers this year after all.