Mercedes G-Class Gets Roomier, More Upscale Interior
12/13/2017Daimler AG’s redesigned Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV will feature a larger interior and a host of modern amenities.
Developer Readies “Flying Sports Car”
12/13/2017Oregon-based startup Samson Motors Inc. plans to launch its Switchblade flying car by the end of next year.
Audi to Disband Diesel Cheating Task Force
12/13/2017Volkswagen AG’s Audi unit says it is eliminating the team it set up two years ago to investigate its role in VW’s diesel emission cheating scandal.
Toyota, Panasonic Study Expanded Partnership on Advanced Batteries
12/13/2017Toyota Motors Corp. and Panasonic Corp. have agreed to study the feasibility of partnering to co-develop advanced battery cells for electric cars.
Worldwide Sales of Light Vehicles Grew 2% in November
12/13/2017Worldwide deliveries of cars and light-duty trucks rose 2% to 8.50 million units in November, led by a 5% increase to 1.31 million units in western Europe, says LMC Automotive.
Hyundai Plans to Add Dozens of Electrified Models by 2025
12/13/2017Hyundai Motor Co. and its Kia Motors unit tell reporters they will introduce as many as 38 new hybrid, all-electric or fuel cell-powered cars and crossovers by 2025.
Ferrari to Hike Production 7% in 2018
12/13/2017Ferrari NV aims to boost its output of supercars from 8,400 this year to 9,000 in 2018, according to Bloomberg News.
Volvo Targets 10% of India’s Luxury Car Market by 2020
12/13/2017Volvo Car Corp., which currently claims 5% of India’s luxury car market, aims to double its share by 2020 with the help of locally produced new models.
AAA: Premium Gas Not Worth the Money in Cars that Don’t Require It
12/12/2017Premium gasoline is getting more expensive yet provides little or no benefit in vehicles for which it’s recommended but not required, according to a new study by AAA.
Audi Withdraws Plan to Sell Ducati Brand
12/12/2017Audi AG tells reporters it has abandoned plans to sell its Ducati motorcycle brand after proclaiming the marque “the perfect implementation of our premium philosophy.”