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China’s Economy Expanded 6.7% in Third Quarter
10/19/2016China’s National Bureau of Statistics says the country’s gross domestic product expanded 6.7% in July-September, in line with forecasts and equal to the pace of the previous quarter.
U.S. Judge “Strongly Inclined” to Okay VW Diesel Settlement
10/19/2016Charles Breyer, the U.S. District Court judge overseeing Volkswagen AG’s proposed diesel cheating settlement, says he is “strongly inclined” to approve the plan by Oct. 25.
Tesla: New Orders for Model 3 EV Won’t Be Filled Until mid-2018
10/18/2016Tesla Motors Inc. reiterates plans to begin delivering its upcoming Model 3 electric sedan late next year. But it says those just making a reservation for the car now aren’t likely to get one until at least the middle of 2018.
Hyundai Recall Targets Faulty Airbag Wiring
10/18/2016Hyundai Motor Co. is calling back 84,500 of its Genesis coupes in the U.S. to fix a faulty wiring connector that could cause the front passenger airbag to malfunction in a crash.
Nissan’s Infiniti Unit Ponders First EV
10/18/2016Nissan Motor Co.’s Infiniti luxury brand tells Bloomberg News it expects to develop an electric vehicle and debut it in China.
Report: Audi Is Delaying Tech Projects to Cut Costs
10/18/2016Audi AG is cutting its spending on technology through 2025 to save money on everything from improving current models to developing advanced “green” powertrains and new digital services, sources tell Reuters.
Martinrea to Expand R&D in Michigan
10/18/2016Martinrea International Inc., a Toronto-based metal forming and fluid systems parts supplier, is building a technical center in Auburn Hills, Mich.
Honda Sketches Crossover for South America
10/18/2016Honda Motor Co. has released a sketch of its WR-V concept crossover vehicle that will be unveiled next month at the Sao Paulo auto show.
Renault-Nissan Creates Mobility Tech Unit
10/18/2016The Renault-Nissan alliance is launching a new tech division that will focus on software development and cloud engineering systems for autonomous and connected vehicles.
Chinese Firm Invests in U-Mich Autonomous Car Research
10/18/2016Frontt Capital Management Ltd., a Shenzhen, China-based investment firm, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Michigan to partner on research and development programs for autonomous and connected vehicle technologies.