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Ford Acquires Quantum Signal: Here’s How It Advances Self-Driving Vehicle Development

By Randy Visintainer, Chief Technical Officer, Ford Autonomous Vehicles, LLC Since its founding in 1999, a small company in Saline, Michigan has worked on the cutting edge of mobile robotics for numerous clients, including the military. Although not widely known to the public, Quantum Signal helped the military develop software that allowed it to remotely… Continue reading Ford Acquires Quantum Signal: Here’s How It Advances Self-Driving Vehicle Development

All-New Lincoln Aviator Takes on Bumps, Dips, Turning Every Trip into a Refined Journey

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All-New Lincoln Aviator Takes on Bumps, Dips, Turning Every Trip into a Refined Journey

Intuitive technologies in Aviator all work together to handle virtually all of the unexpected conditions today’s roads can dish out.

All-new Lincoln Aviator introduces advanced suspension system that pairs pothole mitigation and Lincoln-first road preview technology to deliver a smooth, refined ride
Lincoln-first Adaptive Suspension with Road Preview uses a forward-facing camera to see upcoming bumps in the road, then automatically adjusts settings faster than a blink of an eye to mitigate the unpleasant impact; available Air Glide Suspension further enhances Aviator’s gliding ride

These advanced technologies work together to seamlessly handle any given road surface, providing clients with a smooth, gliding ride

DEARBORN, Mich., July 22, 2019 – Road trips and every day driving can easily turn into a tiring journey, especially when the roads g..

ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS RETURNS TO ANDALUSIAN COAST

Today, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars arrives in the chicest enclaves of the Andalusian coast to once again serve a gentle presence to patrons of luxury at play. Working with an exclusive selection of partners across the region, the marque will present highly Bespoke motor cars and experiences in locations entirely befitting the brand. La Reserva, SotograndeThroughout… Continue reading ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS RETURNS TO ANDALUSIAN COAST

Subaru Corporation Announces Production, Japan Sales and Export Resultsfor June 2019 and 1st Half of CY2019 (Flash Report)

July 30, 2019

Subaru Corporation Announces Production, Japan Sales and Export Results
for June 2019 and 1st Half of CY2019 (Flash Report)

[ June 2019 ]

June 2019

Units
2019 vs 2018

Domestic production *1

55,616

+3.4%
2nd consecutive month of increase

Overseas Production *2

26,492

-6.7%
First decrease in 12 months

Global Production Total

82,108

-0.1%
First decrease in 3 months

Passenger Vehicles
9,745
-1.2%
First decrease in 3 months

Mini Vehicles
2,148
-7.6%
7th consecutive month of decrease

Japan Sales Total
11,893
-2.4%
First decrease in 3 months

Export Total *3

50,114

26.7%
2nd consecutive month of increase

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Domestic production increased due to a significant increase in Forester production which offset an impact of changes in plant operation schedules continuing since November 2018.

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Overseas production decreased as production of the Legacy and Outback declined before the launch of their fully-redesigned models.

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Passenger vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Levorg declined before the launch of its new model, offsetting strong sales of the Forester and Subaru XV.

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Mini vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Pleo and other models declined.

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Exports from Japan increased as shipments of the Crosstrek* and Forester to the U.S. increased. (* Subaru XV in markets outside North America)

[ January – June 2019 ]

January – June 2019

Units
2019 vs 2018

Domestic production *1

285,907

-11.7%
3rd consecutive year of decrease

Overseas Production *2

202,850

+16.0%
First increase in 2 years

Global Production Total

488,757

-2.0%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Passenger Vehicles
56,118
-7.1%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Mini Vehicles
13,212
-18.3%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Japan Sales Total
69,330
-9.5%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Export Total *3

227,488

-12.4%
3rd consecutive year of decrease

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Domestic production decreased because of production halt from January 16 through January 26 due to a defect in the Electric Power Steering unit as well as changes in plant operation schedules.

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Overseas production increased boosted by production of Ascent which started in May 2018.

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Passenger vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Impreza and Levorg declined offsetting strong sales of the fully-redesigned Forester.

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Mini vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Pleo and other models declined.

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Exports from Japan decreased due to a decrease in domestic production.

*1 JAMA (Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association Inc.) report basis (CBU)
*2 Local line-off basis
*3 JAMA report basis

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Subaru Begins Production of All-New Legacy and Outback Models in the U.S.

July 30, 2019

Subaru Begins Production of All-New Legacy and Outback Models in the U.S.

Tokyo, July 30, 2019 – Subaru Corporation has begun production of the all-new 2020 Legacy sedan and the all-new 2020 Outback crossover SUV at its U.S. plant, Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. (SIA).
On July 29, in Lafayette, Indiana, each model was driven off the SIA assembly line during a line-off ceremony.

The Legacy and Outback models, since their debut in 1989 and 1995, respectively, have long led Subaru’s growth in North America. The seventh-generation Legacy and the sixth-generation Outback, developed as Subaru’s iconic, flagship models to achieve the brand’s sustainable growth in North America, offer enhanced dynamics from the Subaru Global Platform and greater peace of mind with the available DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System*.

The U.S.-made, all-new 2020 Subaru Legacy and Outback will go on sale in the U.S. and Canada this fall.
Since beginning production in 1989, SIA has produced over 4 million Subaru vehicles to date, with Legacy and Outback models totaling 1.24 million and 2.35 million units, respectively.

* The system is called the “Driver Monitoring System” in markets outside North America.

Address:
5500 State Road 38 East, Lafayette, Indiana

Established:
March 17, 1987

Start of production:
September 11, 1989

Capital:
US$794 million

Representative:
Eiji Ogino, President and CEO (Senior Vice President of Subaru Corporation)

Number of associates:　
6,108 (as of end of June 2019)

Models produced:
Legacy, Outback, Impreza, and Ascent

Vehicles shipped to:
U.S. and Canada

All-new 2020 Legacy (U.S. model)
All-new 2020 Outback (U.S. model)

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Honda Global | July 30, 2019 Honda Sets All-Time Accumulated Production Records for the First Half of Year Worldwide and in China.

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the month of June 2019 and the first half of the calendar year (January – June 2019). Worldwide Production   June 2019 Year-to-Date Total(Jan.-Jun. 2019) Units vs.’18 Units vs.’18 Japan 78,355 +17.5% 472,873 　 +13.1% Outside of… Continue reading Honda Global | July 30, 2019 Honda Sets All-Time Accumulated Production Records for the First Half of Year Worldwide and in China.

Hyundai Mobis Develops South Korea’s First Camera Monitor System

SEOUL, South Korea–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The side-view mirror, which has been obstructing drivers from parking in narrow parking spaces, will be moving inside cars. Plus, the provision of a field of view significantly wider than the existing one and enablement of even more innovative design through the use of the space that used to house the side-view… Continue reading Hyundai Mobis Develops South Korea’s First Camera Monitor System