NEWS

VW Debuts First Three China Models Under Jetta Sub-Brand

3/27/2019

Volkswagen AG has introduced the first three models it will begin selling in China this year under its new Jetta sub-brand: a sedan and two crossover vehicles.

Ford to Close Two Assembly Plants in Russia

3/26/2019

Ford Motor Co. is expected to announce on Wednesday it is closing two of three factories it operates in Russia as a cost-cutting move, Bloomberg News says.

BMW, Great Wall Detail EV Plans for China

3/26/2019

BMW AG and Great Wall Motor Co. have revealed more details about their joint venture, which will begin making electric-powered Mini small cars in China in 2021.

Volvo Raises Another $676 Million in Bond Sale

3/26/2019

Volvo Car Group raised €600 million ($676 million) today through the carmaker’s second bond sale this year.

Report: Daimler to Sell 50% of Smart to Geely

3/26/2019

Daimler AG plans to sell a 50% stake in its Smart minicar unit to Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., sources tell the Financial Times.

Ford Adds Mild-Hybrid Variants in Europe

3/26/2019

Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will offer mild-hybrid versions of its Fiesta and Focus small cars in Europe.

Europe to Mandate Advanced Safety Features for 2022 Cars

3/26/2019

The European Commission says it intends to require such safety features as driver monitors, “intelligent” speed controls and automatic emergency braking, starting with 2022 models.

EV Startup EVelozcity Changes Name

3/26/2019

EVelozcity Inc., a Los Angeles-based electric vehicle startup, has changed its name to Canoo.   

EC Closes CO2 Loophole in New WLTP Emission Test

3/26/2019

The European Commission has tightened emission testing protocols after determining that carmakers were gaming the process to make it easier to meet future carbon dioxide goals.

BMW Targets 600-km Range for i4 EV

3/26/2019

BMW AG estimates that it’s upcoming i4 electric sedan will have a 600-km (373-mile) driving range on the European cycle.