NEWS

Teardown Reveals the Power Behind Tesla’s Displays

10/14/2014

The monitor-like IP and giant display screen in Tesla Motors Inc.'s Model S electric sedan are driven by processors akin in price and power to those found in current-generation smartphones and tablets.

Toyota to Make Mini-SUVs in Turkey

10/14/2014

Toyota Motor Corp. is preparing to build a new mini-SUV at its factory in Adapazari, Turkey, in 2016, The Nikkei reports.

Ford, NextEnergy Launch LED Tech Challenge

10/14/2014

Ford Motor Co. and Detroit-based technology accelerator NextEnergy are challenging researchers to come up with new ideas in automotive lighting.

Investor Confidence Drops Again for Germany, Eurozone

10/14/2014

The financial market's near-term confidence in Germany's economy has declined for the 10th consecutive month, according to the ZEW Indicator of Economic Sentiment.

Short Circuit Flaw Prompts Chrysler Airbag Recall

10/14/2014

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV is recalling about 184,200 of its 2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee SUVs to fix a short circuit risk in the occupant restraint control module.

Finalists Named for 2015 PACE Awards

10/14/2014

Next year's winners of the Automotive News PACE Awards will be announced on April 20 from a field of 36 vehicle component, manufacturing and service innovations submitted by 25 suppliers.

Honda Recalls Acura Models for Sticky Belt Retractors

10/14/2014

Honda Motor Co. is recalling 43,000 sedans and crossovers in the U.S. to replace front seatbelt and retractors retractors that may stick when ambient temperatures fall below 0 F, making the belts unusable.

Maserati to Expand U.S. Dealership Count 52% This Year

10/14/2014

Maserati SpA tells Automotive News it will have 120 dealers in the U.S. by the end of 2014 compared with 79 at the end of 2013.

UPDATE: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Launches on Wall Street

10/14/2014

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV joined the New York Stock Exchange yesterday, October 13, 2014, capping a decade-long quest by CEO Sergio Marchionne to create a global auto company able to compete with the likes of Toyota and General Motors.

Maruti Suzuki Adds Upscale Ciaz to India Lineup

10/14/2014

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. is best-known in its home market for its low-cost small hatchbacks.