@FCA: Statement: Software Update

June 18, 2020 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA is voluntarily recalling 67,248 U.S.-market vehicles to update certain transmission software. A review of customer data prompted an FCA investigation that discovered a driveline connection may, in certain circumstances, slip. Should this occur, it may lead to loss of propulsion and prevent the transmission from engaging PARK… Continue reading @FCA: Statement: Software Update

@Hyundai: The Virtual Engine Sound – For Your Safety

Eco-friendly cars that use silent motors started to make an artificial sound for the safety of pedestrians walking around them. Here’s the new virtual engine sound system developed by Hyundai Mobis. People walking on the streets, especially around the small alleyways, feel harder to sense the green cars, including hybrid vehicles, because those vehicles don’t… Continue reading @Hyundai: The Virtual Engine Sound – For Your Safety

@Hyundai: Kia Motors partners with Google Cloud to develop AI-based Owner’s Manual app

Full digital interactive owner’s manual provided in a new mobile app Google Cloud partnership enables a seamless user experience Symbol Scanner, Symbol Index, and Warning Indicator Index explain in-car features to customers and how to use them Kia Owner’s Manual App launches in second half of 2020 Kia Motors Corporation has announced the launch of… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia Motors partners with Google Cloud to develop AI-based Owner’s Manual app

@Hyundai: Next-generation Kia Carnival to debut this summer

Character evolution and modern new look for Kia’s flagship minivan Two million Carnival models sold worldwide since 1998 ‘Grand Utility Vehicle’ displays confident design presence and SUV style Kia Motors Corporation has hinted at the design of the brand’s fourth-generation Carnival flagship minivan today. Released in Korean specification, the all-new Carnival – sold in many… Continue reading @Hyundai: Next-generation Kia Carnival to debut this summer

@XPeng: Xpeng P7 driving range updated for multiple versions2020/06/17

(June 15, 2020, Guangzhou) An increased NEDC driving range for three versions of the Xpeng P7 EV sports sedan was confirmed by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology last week. The improvements range from 10km to 18km.  Details of Xpeng P7 NEDC driving range improvements  Two main updates contributed to the improvements. First, the… Continue reading @XPeng: Xpeng P7 driving range updated for multiple versions2020/06/17

@Daimler: More striking design, improved aerodynamics and more comfort

Since the legendary “Hammer” of 1986, the E-Class with its superior engine has been one of the central models which form the brand core of Mercedes-AMG. In the latest generation, the sporty vehicle dynamics of the performance models from Affalterbach are combined with considerably more comfort and supplemented by an extensive design update: the central… Continue reading @Daimler: More striking design, improved aerodynamics and more comfort

@VW Group: First-time investment grade credit ratings assigned to TRATON SE

Following TRATON’s successful IPO in June 2019, TRATON SE began preparations with Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s) and S&P Global Ratings (S&P) during H2 2019 in order to set up inaugural issuer credit ratings. Post recent updates to the rating agencies reflecting estimated impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, TRATON has decided to publish the ratings to… Continue reading @VW Group: First-time investment grade credit ratings assigned to TRATON SE

@Toyota: Toyota Launches New Model Harrier in Japan

From the first moment seeing, riding, or driving off in the new Harrier, it resonates with a focus on sensory quality. Rather than relying on utility or numerical performance, Toyota’s development goal was to create a unique presence that fills the heart with its elegance. As a result, it created a vehicle that goes beyond… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Launches New Model Harrier in Japan

@Mazda: Mazda Unveils All-New Mazda BT-50

HIROSHIMA, Japan, June 17, 2020 – (JCN Newswire) – Mazda Motor Corporation today hosted the world premiere of our all-new Mazda BT-50 pickup truck.* Fully redesigned for the first time in nine years, the all-new BT-50 is supplied by Isuzu Motor Limited on an OEM basis, and the vehicle will go on sale under the… Continue reading @Mazda: Mazda Unveils All-New Mazda BT-50

@Daimler: With the electric exhaust gas turbocharger Mercedes-AMG is increasing efficiency and performance

The future of Mercedes-AMG is turning electric and as part of this combines high efficiency with additional driving dynamics. To implement this combination to optimum effect, the developers in Affalterbach are working intensively on innovative technologies which will take performance to a new level. The next vehicle generation will see the deployment of the electric… Continue reading @Daimler: With the electric exhaust gas turbocharger Mercedes-AMG is increasing efficiency and performance