Members of the United Auto Workers union hold a rally and practice picket near a Stellantis plant in Detroit, Aug. 23, 2023. Michael Wayland / CNBC DETROIT – United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain appears ready to fire up the picket lines. The union’s bulldog new leader has repeatedly vowed to drive a hard bargain… Continue reading Why auto worker strikes against GM, Ford and Stellantis seem inevitable
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BMW unveils Vision Neue Klasse concept car as it touts the dawn of a new EV era
watch now German automaker BMW on Saturday launched a hotly anticipated electric concept car, saying the so-called “Vision Neue Klasse” represents the dawn of a new era for the company. BMW’s latest design showcases a platform that will underpin the brand’s next generation of electric vehicles. The first electric vehicles based on the Neue Klasse —… Continue reading BMW unveils Vision Neue Klasse concept car as it touts the dawn of a new EV era
As anticipation builds over a potential auto strike, a look at the UAW’s walkouts
This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for 6 months. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Trusted, up-to-date local Detroit and Michigan-wide breaking news. Accurate, fact-based journalism without an agenda, so you get the information you need to make informed decisions. Complete coverage and commentary on Michigan politics from Chad Livengood,… Continue reading As anticipation builds over a potential auto strike, a look at the UAW’s walkouts
First look at 360-mile BMW Neue Klasse SUV for 2026
BMW has previewed a radical new electric SUV due in 2026 as one of the firm’s dramatically styled Neue Klasse EVs. Shown briefly in a presentation at the unveiling of the dramatic BMW Vision Neue Klasse concept, the new SUV – one of several in BMW’s new-era line-up – will be a BMW iX3-sized crossover to… Continue reading First look at 360-mile BMW Neue Klasse SUV for 2026
Kia’s global sales in August up 5% at 255,481 units, Sportage and Seltos best-sellers
Kia Corporation has announced total global sales of 255,481 units in August 2023, a 5.2% increase year over year (August 2022: 242,861 units). Excluding special purpose vehicles, sales were up 5.8% from a year earlier to 212,882 units outside of Korea. In the Korean market, Kia recorded 42,225-unit sales, a 2.4% increase year over year.… Continue reading Kia’s global sales in August up 5% at 255,481 units, Sportage and Seltos best-sellers
Tata Nexon facelift revealed ahead of September 14 launch
Tata Motors has revealed the second major facelift for its Nexon compact SUV. The company will launch the Nexon and Nexon EV facelifts on September 14 and has announced that bookings will open on September 4. The facelifted Nexon EV is to be revealed on September 7. The facelifted Nexon EV is to be revealed on September 7. The 2023 Nexon… Continue reading Tata Nexon facelift revealed ahead of September 14 launch
Magna opens new mirror manufacturing plant in Thailand
On August 31, Magna held inaugurated its new mirrors division facility in Rayong Province, Thailand, following an increase in awarded business in exterior mirrors. Company officials were joined by customers and local government representatives to celebrate the occasion. “We are providing a product that helps deliver visibility, safety and style in one package,” said Jeff… Continue reading Magna opens new mirror manufacturing plant in Thailand
ZF develops magnet-free compact electric motor
ZF has developed an electric motor which does not require magnets. In contrast to the magnet-free concepts of so-called separately excited synchronous motors (SESM) already available today, ZF’s I2SM (In-Rotor Inductive-Excited Synchronous Motor) transmits the energy for the magnetic field via an inductive exciter inside the rotor shaft. This makes the motor uniquely compact with… Continue reading ZF develops magnet-free compact electric motor
ZF develops magnet-free compact electric motor
ZF has developed an electric motor which does not require magnets. In contrast to the magnet-free concepts of so-called separately excited synchronous motors (SESM) already available today, ZF’s I2SM (In-Rotor Inductive-Excited Synchronous Motor) transmits the energy for the magnetic field via an inductive exciter inside the rotor shaft. This makes the motor uniquely compact with… Continue reading ZF develops magnet-free compact electric motor
Schaeffler and VDL Groep to co-develop self-driving electric shuttles for public transport
Schaeffler and VDL Groep are jointly exploring the development and production of a new generation of self-driving shuttles for public transport. The two family-owned companies will be showcasing a first demonstrator as well as all relevant automotive electrification and steering technology at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, which opens on September 5. The initiators… Continue reading Schaeffler and VDL Groep to co-develop self-driving electric shuttles for public transport