Toyota Readies Automated Features for Forgetful Motorists
6/13/2019Toyota 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
6/13/2019Uber 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
6/13/2019Toyota'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
6/13/2019Renault 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
6/13/2019Hyundai 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
6/13/2019Renault 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
6/13/2019Fiat 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%
6/13/2019Sales of BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce vehicles climbed 3% in May to 210,600 units.
Toyota Trims Mid-Year Bonuses in Japan
6/13/2019Toyota 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
6/13/2019Volkswagen AG says its VW brand delivered 512,100 vehicles last month, down 5% from the same month in 2018.