NEWS

Toyota Readies Automated Features for Forgetful Motorists

6/13/2019

Toyota Motor Corp. has developed two technologies to help motorists who forget to put their vehicle in park and turn the ignition off when they’re done driving.

Uber Debuts “Qute”-based Ride-Hailing Service in India

6/13/2019

Uber Technologies Inc. has launched a low-priced ride-hailing service in Bengaluru, India, that uses tiny vehicles touted as “greener” than cars and more comfortable than three-wheel rickshaws.

Report: Lexus LC Convertible to be Unveiled in July

6/13/2019

Toyota's Lexus luxury unit reportedly will unveil a convertible version of its LC coupe at next month's Goodwood Festival of Speed in the U.K.

Next-Gen Renault Zoe Built for Sharing

6/13/2019

Renault SA plans to offer built-in car-sharing software in its next-generation Zoe supermini electric car, which is due to bow early next decade.

Hyundai-Kia Expands Partnership with Aurora

6/13/2019

Hyundai Motor Co. and its Kia Motors Corp. affiliate have made an unspecified investment in Aurora Innovation Inc., a Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in machine learning and artificial intelligence for self-driving cars.

Reports: Renault, France to File Charges Against Ghosn

6/13/2019

Renault SA and the French government are preparing a lawsuit against former Chairman Carlos Ghosn over €11 million ($12 million) in questionable expenses charged to the company, according to media reports.

FCA Sued Over Jeep “Death Wobble” Steering

6/13/2019

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV has been sued on behalf of Jeep Wrangler owners over claims that the SUV’s front axle can develop a dangerous “death wobble” at highway speeds.

BMW Group Sales Rise 3%

6/13/2019

Sales of BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce vehicles climbed 3% in May to 210,600 units.

Toyota Trims Mid-Year Bonuses in Japan

6/13/2019

Toyota Motor Co. plans to lower summer bonuses paid to managers and hourly workers by 4%-5% and 10%, respectively, this year.

VW Brand Sales Fell 5% in May

6/13/2019

Volkswagen AG says its VW brand delivered 512,100 vehicles last month, down 5% from the same month in 2018.