NEWS

Toyota Tacoma Pickup Gets New Engine, New Look

1/14/2015

Toyota Motor Corp.'s revamped 2016 midsize Tacoma pickup will sport power upgrades, a stronger frame and a fresh interior and exterior.

Verizon Launches Web Access for Older Cars

1/14/2015

Verizon Communications Inc. is launching a wireless system that can link disconnected older cars to the Web, cell towers and GPS, Bloomberg News reports.

Buick Adds a Convertible, Ponders Flagship Model

1/14/2015

General Motors Co.'s Buick unit is using the Detroit auto show to debut its first convertible in 25 years.

Aluminum for Cars Seen Growing 6% This Year

1/14/2015

Alcoa Inc. predicts demand for aluminum by U.S. carmakers will rise 6% this year as manufacturers strive to reduce vehicle weight and improve fuel efficiency.

Daihatsu Unit Sheds Toyota’s Supply Chain System

1/14/2015

Kosuke Shiramizu Former Daihatsu Motor Co.

Marchionne Says FCA Could Break Even in Europe in 2015

1/14/2015

Fiat 500X Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV may break even on operations in Europe this year, says CEO Sergio Marchionne.

World Bank Lowers Global Growth Forecast

1/14/2015

The World Bank predicts the global economy will expand 3% in 2015 and 3.3% in 2016.

Verizon Launches Web Access for Older Cars

1/14/2015

Verizon Communications Inc. is launching a wireless system that can link disconnected older cars to the Web, cell towers and GPS, Bloomberg News reports.

Marchionne Says FCA Could Break Even in Europe in 2015

1/13/2015

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV may break even on operations in Europe this year, says CEO Sergio Marchionne.

Tesla Predicts a Profit by 2020

1/13/2015

Tesla Motors Inc. CEO Elon Musk says the California-based electric-carmaker will turn a profit when it can sell 500,000 EVs per year.