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How to Document a Quality Problem: Point at It
Scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany have created a system that allows vehicle quality inspectors to log defects simply by pointing at them.
Study: Test Loopholes Create One-Third of Europe’s “Green Gains”
European carmakers lowered the average carbon dioxide emissions of their cars 16% to 167 g/km between 2002 and 2010, according to the region's mandated testing method.
Chevy’s Diesel, Super Bowl Auto Ads, & More
General Motors knows more than a few things about diesels, despite the fact that when it comes to passenger cars, there hasn’t been one available from the automaker in the U.S. since 1986.
Study: One-Third of “Green” Gains in Europe Due to Test Variations
European carmakers lowered the average carbon dioxide emissions of their cars 16% to 167 g/km between 2002 and 2010, according to the region's mandated testing method.
Panasonic Introduces 12-Volt Stop-Start Battery System
Panasonic Corp. has developed an under-hood energy recovery system that handles a vehicle's entire electrical needs, including air conditioning, when the engine is switched off temporarily by an automatic stop-start device.
California's Zero-Emission Plan
California aims to put 1.5 million zero-emission vehicles those powered by batteries or hydrogen fuel cells on the road by 2025.
A123 Creditors to Get Partial Repayment
Bankrupt battery maker A123 Systems Inc. says its unsecured creditors will receive about two-thirds of the money owed them.
Chevrolet Introduces Diesel Option for Cruze
General Motors Co. says its new diesel-powered Chevrolet Cruze sedan can deliver 42 mpg in highway driving.
BMW Quits Industry Group Over Refrigerant Testing
BMW AG has resigned from an automotive industry research program that is studying the safety of a controversial new air-conditioning refrigerant, Reuters reports.