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Researchers Show They Can “Blind” Sensors in Self-Driving Cars
8/4/2016A team of Chinese and U.S. security researchers have been able to jam the sensor signals used by a self-driving car to detect its surroundings.
Mercedes off to the Races with Electric Van?
8/4/2016Daimler AG’s Mercedes-Benz unit is considering an all-electric version of its Sprinter commercial van in conjunction with the next-generation model that is due to launch by the end of the decade, Trucks.com reports.
Haldex Favors ZF Acquisition Offer
8/4/2016The board of directors of Sweden’s Haldex AB is recommending that shareholders approve a 4.4 billion krona ($520 million) cash offer announced today by ZF Friedrichshafen AG over the 4.2 billion krona ($490 million) bid made three weeks ago by SAF-Holland GmbH.
Korea Readies Ban on Older Diesel Vehicles
8/4/2016New emission standards in South Korea will outlaw older diesel-powered vehicles unless they can be equipped with emission controls or newer engines.
Strong Yen Cuts Toyota’s First-Quarter Profit 15%
8/4/2016Unfavorable exchange rates reduced Toyota Motor Corp.’s operating and net profits in April-June by 15% each to 642 billion yen ($6.3 billion) and 552 billion yen ($5.5 billion), respectively.
Genesis to Add Up-Level Coupe
8/4/2016Hyundai Motor Co. confirms that it will discontinue the Genesis Coupe after the current model year and replace it with an all-new two-door that will be marketed under the recently launched Genesis luxury sub-brand, according to media reports.
Ford Recalls 828,100 Vehicles to Replace Door Latches
8/4/2016Ford Motor Co. is recalling 828,100 cars, SUVs, crossovers and vans to replace side door latches that could fail and allow the door to open when the vehicle is moving.
FCA, GM, Honda Report Sagging Sales in Canada
8/4/2016Most carmakers say their sales in Canada fell in July. One exception: Ford, whose deliveries grew 10% to 29,800 units.
Two More German States May Sue VW Over Diesel Scandal
8/4/2016The German states of Baden-Wuerttemberg and Hesse are mulling plans to join Bavaria in suing Volkswagen Group for damages related to the company’s diesel-cheating scandal, Reuters reports.
India Approves Single-Tax Scheme
8/4/2016India’s parliament has passed a new Goods and Services Tax intended to replace the country fragmented tax structure with a single tax rate.