NEWS

Nissan Touts New Robotics Tech for Old Parts

10/3/2019

Nissan Motor Co. says it has developed a cost-efficient way to produce replacement parts for discontinued vehicles.

New Rolls-Royce Design Chief Quits

10/3/2019

Jozef Kaban has left BMW AG’s Rolls-Royce unit six months after being named design chief of the ultra-luxury marque.

Mitsubishi Concept Previews AWD Series-Hybrid Tech

10/3/2019

Mitsubishi Motors Corp.’s new Mi-Tech concept crossover features a plug-in hybrid system that teams four electric motors with a small gasoline-fueled turbine generator.

Hardtop Convertible Vette Takes Shape

10/3/2019

General Motors Co. has taken the wraps off the drop-top variant of its all-new Corvette Stingray, which is the first hardtop convertible in the nameplate’s history.

Dana, Valeo Team Up on 48-Volt Hybrid Tech

10/3/2019

Dana Inc. and Valeo SA are partnering to supply 48-volt electric systems for all-wheel-drive hybrid cars and low-speed electric vehicles.

AAA: Severe Limits in Pedestrian-Safety Systems

10/3/2019

Advanced safety technologies designed to prevent drivers from hitting pedestrians work only at low speeds and not at all at night when the chances of a collision are greatest, AAA says.

Tesla Posts 3Q Sales Record But Pace Lags

10/3/2019

Tesla Inc.’s sales hit a record 97,000 units in July-September, but that pace isn't enough to reach the company's full-year target of at least 360,000 electric cars.

Sept. Sales Revive in Germany, Italy, Spain

10/3/2019

September car sales surged in Germany, Italy and Spain relative to abnormally low volumes for the same month last year.

Lucid Motors Files Plans for Arizona Factory

10/2/2019

Electric vehicle startup Lucid Motors Inc. has formalized plans to construct its $675 million manufacturing facility in Casa Grande, Ariz.

Renault’s Chairman Interviews Nissan CEO Candidates

10/2/2019

Three finalist candidates to become CEO at Nissan Motor Co. reportedly have been personally interviewed by Renault SA Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard.