NEWS

Mini Readies Pricey Works GP Speedster

11/6/2019

BMW AG’s Mini unit says the latest John Cooper Works GP model will be the fastest and most expensive vehicle in the brand’s 60-year history.

Next-Gen Subaru WRX to Get Coupe Treatment?

11/6/2019

Subaru Corp. may shift its WRX and WRX STI from their current sedan layouts to coupes, a body style the compact performance cars haven’t used in about 20 years.

Former Hyundai Marketing Chief Joins Cars.com

11/6/2019

Dean Evans, who quit as marketing chief for Hyundai Motor Co.’s U.S. unit last month, has been appointed executive vice president of digital retailer Cars.com.

Mustang Concept EV Ponies Up 900 Horsepower

11/5/2019

Ford Motor Co. took the wraps off a high-powered electric variant of its Mustang pony car this week at the Specialty Equipment Market Assn. show in Las Vegas.

Chinese Air Taxi Developer Files for IPO

11/5/2019

Chinese drone maker Ehang, which is developing its own autonomous air taxi, aims to raise $100 million through an initial public stock offering.

Kia Shows Futuristic EV Concept

11/5/2019

Kia Motors Corp. unveiled the Futuron electric concept vehicle at this week’s China International Import Expo in Shanghai.

Nio, Mobileye Ally on Self-Driving Cars in China

11/5/2019

Chinese electric-car startup Nio Inc. and Intel Corp.’s Mobileye unit will partner to develop autonomous vehicles for China’s consumer market.

Ford Taps Idris Elba as Spokesperson for New EV

11/5/2019

Acclaimed British actor Idris Elba will serve as creative partner to help Ford Motor Co. launch the all-new, Mustang-inspired electric crossover vehicle.

Denso Ups Investment in Radar Startup

11/5/2019

Metawave Corp., a Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in advanced radar and 5G technologies, says it has completed its Series A funding round.

Updated Honda CR-V Adds Tech, Trims Engine Offerings

11/4/2019

Honda Motor Co.’s refreshed CR-V compact crossover is getting more standard safety features but will eliminate one of its two engine options.