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Hella Aims to Shine Light on Warning Alerts
2/11/2016Hella KGaA Hueck & Co.has developed a warning system that uses interior lights and light strips to direct a driver’s attention to potential problem areas.
Researchers Tout Dual-Fuel Combustion Technology
2/11/2016Scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Engine Research Center are developing a reactivity-controlled compression ignition (RCCI) system that they claim is more efficient and cleaner than traditional combustion engines.
Toyota to Launch SUV Production in Turkey This Year
2/11/2016Toyota Motor Corp. confirms it will begin producing its stylish C-HR small SUV/crossover in Turkey in late 2016.
Nissan Moves Armada SUV Upmarket
2/11/2016Nissan Motor Co. is shifting its Armada SUV from the Titan pickup truck platform to a modified version of the company’s fullsize SUV chassis, which already is used for the Infiniti QX80 and overseas market Nissan Patrol.
Opel to Add EV Based on GM Bolt in 2017
2/11/2016General Motors Co. says a European version of its upcoming Bolt electric 5-door hatch will go on sale in 2017 as the Opel Ampera-e.
Sweden’s Drops Key Lending Rate to -0.5%
2/11/2016Sweden’s central will lower its key lending rate on Feb. 17 to a minus 0.5% in preparation for what it now predicts will be an extended period of very low inflation.
Wattway: Solar Road Powers Homes and Cities
2/11/2016620 miles of road in the French countryside will be outfitted with solar panels tied into the power grid to provide electricity to surrounding homes and cities.
Ford Targets Millennials, Baby Boomers with Four New SUVs
2/11/2016Ford Motor Co. says it will debut four new SUV/crossover models worldwide—all of them in segments where it doesn’t currently compete—over the next four years.
Honda to Launch Two Locally Produced Hybrids in China
2/11/2016Honda Motor Co. plans to begin local production of two hybrid models in China this year.
Subaru Recalls SUVs to Fix Hood Latch Flaw
2/11/2016Subaru is recalling 77,000 of its 2006-2014 model Tribeca SUVs in the U.S. to fix hood latches that can seize and allow the hood to blow open when the vehicle is moving.