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Audi Touts 48-Volt Electrical System
Audi AG says it is preparing to equip unspecified diesel-powered models with a 48-volt electrical system to complement the standard 12-volt architecture.
Anti-UAW Faction Aims to Form Union at VW Plant
A group of employees at Volkswagen AG's assembly plant in Chattanooga, Tenn., hopes to create its own alternative to the United Auto Workers union, Reuters reports.
What Happens Post-Lead-Acid Batteries to the Lead?
As researchers at MIT point out, at some point, conventional automotive lead-acid batteries are going to give way to improved technologies, such as lithium-ion batteries.
China Could Launch $16 Billion EV Charging Project
China's central government may spend as much as 100 billion yuan to build a national electric vehicle charging infrastructure, according to Bloomberg News.
CR Rates RAM 1500 Diesel Top Pickup Truck
Consumer Reports has anointed the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel the best fullsize pickup truck on the U.S. market, outscoring rivals from Ford, General Motors, Nissan and Toyota.
CR Rates RAM 1500 Diesel as Top Pickup Truck
Consumer Reports has anointed the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel the best fullsize pickup truck on the U.S. market, outscoring rivals from Ford, General Motors, Nissan and Toyota.
Ford Spending $129 Million on Lincoln Production Upgrades
Ford Motor Co. says it will spend $129 million at its truck plant in Louisville, Ky., to enhance production and quality of the 2015 Lincoln MKC small luxury crossover vehicle.
Johnson Controls Assesses Hydroforming & Laser Welding for Seats
Hydroforming and laser welding may give rise to lighter car seats.
Hyundai Ponders a Second Factory in India
Hyundai Motor Co. tells The Economic Times it is considering plans to build a second assembly plant in India.
Auto Companies Use 3D Printing
Automakers are joining other industries, like plastics, moving toward use of 3D printing.