The 2023 inductees into the Automotive Hall of Fame include the first female CEO of an automaker, a legendary race car driver and a trailblazing African American automotive designer. The Dearborn-based institution on Friday announced its Class of 2023 inductees, who will be recognized during an induction and awards ceremony on July 20 at The… Continue reading Mary Barra among 2023 Automotive Hall of Fame inductees
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Ram accepting $100 reservations for electric 1500 Rev pickup truck
Ram Trucks now is allowing buyers interested in its forthcoming all-electric 1500 Rev pickup to reserve their spot in line to preorder the vehicle, which will be available in the fourth quarter of next year, according to a new website. The Stellantis NV brand sent a promotional email on Friday announcing “up to 48-hour early… Continue reading Ram accepting $100 reservations for electric 1500 Rev pickup truck
White House aides asked Elon Musk for help with EV charging, Biden climate goal
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Freezing Porsche Taycan drivers report failing heaters
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Honda boosts profit despite chips crunch, COVID
Tokyo — Honda reported a 27% jump in its October-December profit, despite headwinds like shortages of computer chips and rising costs of raw materials. Tokyo-based Honda Motor Co.’s profit in the last quarter totaled 244.6 billion yen ($1.9 billion), up from 192.9 billion yen the year before. Quarterly sales rose 20% to 4.4 trillion yen… Continue reading Honda boosts profit despite chips crunch, COVID
Decision imminent on future of €2bn VW Trinity factory
The Volkswagen Group board met today to decide if it will build a new factory for its Trinity flagship, German trade newspaper Handelsblatt has reported. Autocar Business previously reported that Trinity has been delayed by two years, following a wide-reaching review of the VW Group’s product roadmap. Speaking to Autocar at the Los Angeles motor… Continue reading Decision imminent on future of €2bn VW Trinity factory
What Car? Reliability Survey opens for 2023
The 2023 What Car? Reliability Survey is now open for drivers to submit their experiences – good and bad – with their cars. Produced annually, the survey rates the dependability of cars aged up to five years old, based on the experiences of nearly 25,000 owners. Submit your experiences now and be in with a chance of… Continue reading What Car? Reliability Survey opens for 2023
Chery to launch Omoda 5 SUV with EV, ICE options in UK in 2024
Chinese car giant Chery will launch its new Omoda 5 crossover in the UK in early 2024 as the first of several models from a new ‘fashion’-focused and EV-biased brand at the forefront of the company’s global expansion. Chery is China’s most prolific automotive export brand, selling 450,000 vehicles across Asia, Australia, Africa, Latin America and… Continue reading Chery to launch Omoda 5 SUV with EV, ICE options in UK in 2024
Jaguar XF and XE back on sale as JLR chip shortage eases
Jaguar Land Rover is gradually reopening order books on cheaper models most affected by the chip crisis, including the Jaguar XE and Jaguar XF saloons, UK sales director Paddy McGillycuddy has said. JLR in recent months has prioritised its limited chip supply for its three largest, most profitable models: the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport… Continue reading Jaguar XF and XE back on sale as JLR chip shortage eases
M&M to remain invested in Trucks and Bus arm, biz to deliver returns in five years: Anish Shah
M&M to remain invested in Trucks and Bus arm, biz to deliver returns in five years: Anish Shah Mahindra & Mahindra, the country’s second largest commercial vehicle maker has decided to remain invested in its bleeding Truck and Bus division which participates in highly competitive intermediate, medium and heavy commercial vehicle business in the country.… Continue reading M&M to remain invested in Trucks and Bus arm, biz to deliver returns in five years: Anish Shah