NEWS

Bugatti Ponders SUV

10/4/2018

Volkswagen AG’s Bugatti Automobiles luxury brand confirms it may add an SUV/crossover to its lineup.

Bondurant Driving School Files for Bankruptcy

10/3/2018

The Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving in Chandler, Ariz., filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this week.

Revamped Ford Transit Connect Boosts Fuel Economy

10/3/2018

Ford Motor Co. says its 2019 Transit Connect Wagon has a segment-best U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rating of 26 mpg.

TomTom to Provide Real-Time Navigation to BMW Group

10/3/2018

Under a new agreement, TomTom International BV will provide live traffic updates and real-time navigation services plus routing for electric vehicles to BMW Group’s BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce brands in select markets.

Honda Teams with GM on Autonomous Vehicles

10/3/2018

Honda Motor Co. plans to invest nearly $2.8 billion into General Motors Co.’s Cruise automation subsidiary to co-develop and launch autonomous vehicles.

Bentley Drops Bentayga Diesel in Europe

10/3/2018

Volkswagen AG’s Bentley unit has discontinued the diesel option for its Bentayga crossover vehicle in Europe after two years.

Daimler, Renault-Nissan Eye More Joint Projects

10/3/2018

The Renault-Nissan alliance and Daimler AG are evaluating ways to expand the partnership they launched in 2010.

PSA Suspends Development Work on Diesels

10/3/2018

PSA Group has ruled out further development work on diesels, pending clarity about future demand for such engines.

Aston Martin Launches IPO at £19 Per Share

10/3/2018

Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd. launched its initial public offering today at a share price of £19 ($22), which values the iconic British carmaker at £4.3 billion ($5 billion).

Hyundai-Kia Targets Record 1 Million Sales in Europe

10/3/2018

Hyundai Motor Co. and its Kia Motors affiliate expect to achieve record sales in Europe of at least 1 million units this year.