Lexus Concept May Preview Upcoming Convertible
1/11/2019Toyota Motor Corp. will publicly unveil a concept drop-top variant of its Lexus LC luxury coupe at next week’s Detroit auto show.
FCA Launches Its Final Takata Airbag Inflator Recall
1/11/2019Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV is recalling 1.6 million vehicles—1.4 million of them in the U.S.—to replace passenger-side front airbag inflators that may explode when triggered by a crash.
Nissan’s Munoz Resigns
1/11/2019Jose Munoz, Nissan Motor Co.’s chief performance officer, has resigned one week after the company announced he was taking a leave of absence.
Bose Readies New Road Noise Cancellation Tech
1/11/2019High-end audio specialist Bose Corp. has developed a noise cancellation system to counter road sounds.
Former ZF Exec Tapped to Head Chassix
1/11/2019Chassix Inc., a Southfield, Mich.-based supplier of aluminum and cast iron casting machined chassis, powertrain and sub-frame components, has appointed Andreas Weller as president and CEO, effective immediately.
VW to Offer Manufacturing DIY Experience for e-Golf Customers
1/11/2019Customers who order Volkswagen AG’s all-electric VW e-Golf car will have the opportunity to help assemble the vehicle at the company’s low-volume plant in Dresden, Germany.
Brosseau Named Head of Rochling N. America
1/11/2019Germany’s Rochling Automotive Group has hired Michael Brosseau to head its North American operations.
GM Predicts Stronger Profits This Year
1/11/2019General Motor Co. predicts its adjusted earnings this year will climb to $6.50-$7 per share after surpassing its expected $6.20 per share result for 2018.
Cadillac to Lead GM’s Electric-Car Effort
1/11/2019General Motors Co. has named Cadillac as its lead electric vehicle brand and the first to use the carmaker’s upcoming EV-specific “BEV3” platform.
Nissan Cancels Ghosn’s Apartments in Tokyo, Paris
1/11/2019Nissan Motor Co. confirms it has canceled the lease on a luxury apartment used by ex-Chairman Carlos Ghosn.