Audi didn’t end up bringing the production e-tron quattro, which is expected to launch in Europe in just a few months, to the Geneva Auto show. However, the automaker did give us a closer look at its latest prototype and a glimpse at its development program. Home Solar Power The German automaker says that the e-tron… Continue reading Closer look at Audi’s all-electric e-tron quattro prototype
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Fiat Chrysler recalls 162,000 minivans over software issue that may cause engines to stall while driving
Chrysler is recalling over 162,000 of its 2017 Pacifica minivans over potential stalling issues JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 162,000 of its Pacifica minivans worldwide over a software glitch that could cause the vehicles to stall while driving. The announcement on Friday (12 January) comes after multiple minivan owners filed complaints… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler recalls 162,000 minivans over software issue that may cause engines to stall while driving
Aston Martin considers making a lightweight, all-electric Tesla Roadster rival
The limited all-electric Aston Martin Rapide Aston Martin The limited all-electric Aston Martin Rapide Aston Martin The limited all-electric Aston Martin Rapide Aston Martin Aston Martin is considering to make an all-electric supercar to rival the upcoming Tesla Roadster. The British marque is yet to officially make the announcement, but the brand is definitely considering… Continue reading Aston Martin considers making a lightweight, all-electric Tesla Roadster rival
Audi recalls over 52,000 cars as fuel lines can leak
Reuters Audi is recalling more than 52,000 luxury cars in the US and Canada to fix fuel lines that can leak and increase the risk of a fire. The recall covers certain A6 and A7 cars from the 2012 through 2014 model years. The Volkswagen luxury brand said in government documents that the fuel lines… Continue reading Audi recalls over 52,000 cars as fuel lines can leak
Tata Motors plans to complete new product portfolio by 2023-24: Guenter Butschek, CEO
Elaborating on the product strategy, he added that the company would be ‘certainly’ very strongly represented in the 50 per cent of the PV market – the sub compact segment. GENEVA: Tata Motors plans to completely overhaul its passenger vehicle portfolio over the next five years as part of its plans to grow sales volume… Continue reading Tata Motors plans to complete new product portfolio by 2023-24: Guenter Butschek, CEO
Uber self-driving trucks are now moving cargo for Uber Freight customers
Uber’s autonomous trucks are now doing actual work for customers via Uber Freight, Uber’s commercial cargo shipping on-demand app. The first runs are being done in Arizona, with regular hauls operating with both human drivers and autonomous trucks working in tandem. How it works is that Uber will load up the freight on a conventional,… Continue reading Uber self-driving trucks are now moving cargo for Uber Freight customers
Rimac unveils the 1,900 HP Concept Two electric hypercar
After a shadowy tease, Rimac has unveiled the Concept Two, a hypercar EV with an off-the-wall crazy 1,914 horsepower. That’s about 500 more than pundits were expecting, and will accelerate it to 258 mph in 1.85 seconds, Rimac says. Yes, those figures seem carefully calculated to outdo Tesla’s upcoming next-generation Roadster, which is supposed to… Continue reading Rimac unveils the 1,900 HP Concept Two electric hypercar
BRIEF-Ferrari SUV to push overall output to above 10,000 vehicles/yr -CEO
March 6 (Reuters) – Ferrari Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne tells reporters at the Geneva auto show: * WITH SUV COMPANY WILL PRODUCE (OVERALL) MORE THAN 10,000 VEHICLES PER YEAR, CLOSE TO CONCLUDING PLANNING FOR SUV PROJECT * A HYBRID SERIES MODEL WILL BE LAUNCHED WITHIN 2019 * POTENTIAL U.S. TARIFFS WOULD WEIGH ON COMPANY’S RESULTS,… Continue reading BRIEF-Ferrari SUV to push overall output to above 10,000 vehicles/yr -CEO
UPDATE 2-Diesel collapse gives automakers carbon headache
GENEVA (Reuters) – The accelerating demise of diesel, long used by carmakers to boost fuel-efficiency, is undermining their plans to meet looming European Union CO2 goals and avoid big annual fines. The BMW M8 is seen during a presentation at the 88th International Motor Show at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland, March 6, 2018. REUTERS/Pierre Albouy… Continue reading UPDATE 2-Diesel collapse gives automakers carbon headache
Stoneacre buys Platts Garage in Stafford
Stoneacre Motor Group has bought Platts Garage in Stafford, representing Fiat, Dacia, Renault and Kia. Platts has been located on the same site in Lightwood Rd, Longton since 1938 when it was known as Peppers Garage. It was awarded the Fiat franchise in 1946 and billed itself as the longest established Fiat franchise in the UK.… Continue reading Stoneacre buys Platts Garage in Stafford