BMW Will Add X4 Crossover Assembly in Russia

BMW AG tells Automotive News Europe it will assemble its new coupelike X4 crossover in Russia with local partner ZAO Avtotor.

Daimler to Market Lithium-ion Batteries for New Uses

In June, Daimler AG will begin marketing Mercedes-Benz-branded lithium-ion batteries for stationary energy storage.

Additive @ Ford

Here’s a look at how additive technology is being thought of—and used— at Ford.

Topology Optimization Explained

Topology optimization cuts part development time and costs, material consumption, and product weight. And it works with additive, subtractive, and all other types of manufacturing processes, too.

Safety & Autonomy

Autonomous vehicles are either right around the corner or years away, but the effect they have on vehicle safety depends a lot on getting everything right.

Living in the Future (Now)

“There is a clear need for this generation of trucks. We are the pioneers willing to tackle it.”--Wolfgang Bernhard

GM Invests Big in Full-Size Trucks

At the GM Fort Wayne Assembly Plant in Indiana, the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups are produced.

Ford Expands Car-Share Service in London

Ford Motor Co. has broadened its GoDrive one-way car-sharing service in London.

JLR Said to Be Near Agreement on Factory in Eastern Europe

Tata Motors Ltd.'s Jaguar Land Rover unit is expected later this year to choose a location in eastern Europe for an assembly plant, sources tell the Financial Times.