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FCA to Source New Jeep from Mexico
4/11/2016Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV will supply the U.S. market with the replacement for its Jeep Compass and Patriot small SUVs from its factory in Toluca, Mexico, according to Automotive News.
Fourth GM Ignition Switch Bellwether Lawsuit Dismissed
4/11/2016General Motors Co. says a fourth test case involving its faulty ignition switches has been dropped by plaintiffs.
JLR Developing Fee-Based Apps, Car-Sharing Service
4/11/2016Jaguar Land Rover Ltd.’s new InMotion mobility services division is developing a portfolio of smartphone app-based services and plans to launch a vehicle-sharing business.
Japan Targets 3-D Maps by 2018
4/11/2016Japanese carmakers, mapping companies and the country’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry are collaborating to generate high-definition “intelligent” maps for self-driving cars by 2018, The Nikkei reports.
BMW Launches New Mobility Service in Seattle
4/8/2016BMW AG is launching a new program in Seattle that combines elements of car- and ride-sharing services with new features.
Aston Martin Aims to Double Sales with New Models
4/8/2016Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd expects to double its sales to 7,000 units per year by introducing at least six new models by 2020.
Car Sales Drop 10% in Russia
4/8/2016Deliveries of new passenger and light commercial vehicles in Russia fell 10% to 125,900 units in March.
Germany May Allow Cities to Ban Older Diesels
4/8/2016The German government is preparing a new ordinance that would allow the country’s cities to improve local air quality by imposing bans on older, high-polluting diesel cars and trucks.
Hyundai Recall Targets Power Steering Failures
4/8/2016Hyundai Motor Co. is preparing to recall 173,000 Sonata midsize sedans in the U.S. to check for damaged electronics that could cause a loss of power steering.
Nissan Skyline Voted Most Iconic Japanese Car
4/8/2016The Nissan Skyline was named the most iconic Japanese car by an online poll conducted by the organizers of the Japanese Fest car show in the U.K.