NEWS

Mercedes G-Class Gets Roomier, More Upscale Interior

12/13/2017

Daimler AG’s redesigned Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV will feature a larger interior and a host of modern amenities.

Developer Readies “Flying Sports Car”

12/13/2017

Oregon-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

12/13/2017

Volkswagen 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

12/13/2017

Toyota 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

12/13/2017

Worldwide 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

12/13/2017

Hyundai 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

12/13/2017

Ferrari 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

12/13/2017

Volvo 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

12/12/2017

Premium 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

12/12/2017

Audi AG tells reporters it has abandoned plans to sell its Ducati motorcycle brand after proclaiming the marque “the perfect implementation of our premium philosophy.”