Audi, Mercedes, VW Begin Testing Autonomous Cars in China

Germany’s Big Three carmakers have quietly launched tests of self-driving cars in China through partnerships with local software suppliers.

Hyundai Wins DOE Grant to Develop “Mixed-Mode” Engine

Hyundai Motor Co. has received a $5 million grant from the U.S. Dept. of Energy to continue development of its “mixed-mode” engine technology, which combines attributes of diesel and gasoline systems.

Visteon Cockpit Tech Debuts in Mercedes A-Class

Visteon Corp. is introducing its SmartCore cockpit domain controller in the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class small car currently being launched in global markets.

Suzuki to Begin EV Tests in India

Suzuki Motor Corp. is preparing to begin testing a fleet of about 50 small electric cars in India ahead of introducing its first EV—the Wagon R minicar—there in about 2020.

Mercedes Road Tests Hypercar Prototype

Daimler AG’s has begun testing a prototype of its Project One hypercar on public roads in the U.K.

Fletcher Named VP of Innovation for GM

General Motors Co. has appointed Pamela Fletcher to the new position of vice president of innovation, effective Oct. 1.

Report: Toyota to Add Android Auto in U.S.

Toyota Motor Corp. has finally agreed to add Google Inc.’s Android Auto smartphone connectivity system to its vehicles in the U.S., sources tell Bloomberg News.

Mercedes Will Launch Ride-Hailing Service at BASF Campus

Daimler AG’s Mercedes-Benz Vans unit has partnered with BASF SE to develop mobility programs for the chemical giant, starting with a ride-sharing service for a BASF campus in Ludwigshafen, Germany.

Ford Shows Autonomous Big Rig Concept

Ford Motor Co. took the wraps off an electric semi-truck with Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities at last week’s IAA commercial truck show in Hannover, Germany.

Daimler to Ship Indian-Made SUVs to U.S.

Daimler AG plans to supply some of its GLC small crossover vehicles to the U.S. from the company’s assembly plant in Pune, India, Automotive News reports.