Category: US Motoring Press

New 2022 Volvo XC90 replacement could be called Embla

Volvo’s next-generation, all-electric replacement for the XC90 could be given the name Embla, according to new trademark applications made by the Swedish brand.  “This will be the first of its kind. We should also then mark that by deviating from our normal way of giving our cars names,” said outgoing Volvo boss Hakan Samuelsson at… Continue reading New 2022 Volvo XC90 replacement could be called Embla

Porsche launches updated infotainment system for 2022

Porsche has updated its Porsche Communication Management (PCM)  in-car infotainment system with a fresh look and new features.  The revised version of PCM 6.0 includes coloured icons and a clearer user interface, plus wireless Android Auto connectivity for the first time.  Alongside this, Porsche has improved the vehicle’s voice-assistant software, expanding its functionality to enable… Continue reading Porsche launches updated infotainment system for 2022

2023 Lamborghini Urus ‘Evo’: super-SUV to gain power, lose weight

Lamborghini is preparing to update the Urus SUV for the first time since it was launched in 2018, and it has now been confirmed that a power hike and reduced kerb weight are among the changes. Company CEO Stephan Winkelmann told Autocar that there will be two important rounds of updates for the Urus before 2024.… Continue reading 2023 Lamborghini Urus ‘Evo’: super-SUV to gain power, lose weight

Ford to pause 2022 Maverick orders to meet soaring demand for $20K pickup

Ford Motor Co. will temporarily stop accepting all orders on its all-new 2022 Maverick compact pickup truck — both hybrid and gasoline versions — until summer, the automaker confirmed Monday. Ford told dealers in a letter emailed Monday that orders for a gas-powered Maverick will be accepted through Thursday at close of business. Ford hit pause on… Continue reading Ford to pause 2022 Maverick orders to meet soaring demand for $20K pickup

Alfa Romeo to reveal Tonale SUV next month

Alfa Romeo will reveal the Tonale SUV in a virtual presentation next month, the premium brand of Stellantis NV said Monday. The debut of the SUV smaller than the mid-size Stelvio and on the same platform underpinning the Jeep Renegade is set for 9 a.m. Feb. 8 after delays resulting from the global shortage of microchips. The showcase… Continue reading Alfa Romeo to reveal Tonale SUV next month

Covestro expands compounding production capacity at Noida plant

German polymer company Covestro recently inaugurated its new production lines for polycarbonate compounding at their Greater Noida Plant in India. The company says the plant has undergone several de-bottlenecking exercises in the past and as of 2017 it was able to support about 50 percent of the domestic requirements, while the remaining capacity was supported… Continue reading Covestro expands compounding production capacity at Noida plant

Passenger vehicle wholesales up 30 percent in 2021, UVs shine

Sales of passenger vehicles (in wholesales) for CY2021 barely crossed the 3 million marks to 30,82,421 units as against 24,33, 473 units in the previous calendar, according to data put out by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. In keeping with the increased preference for UVs, the segment recorded sales of 14,19,649 units as against… Continue reading Passenger vehicle wholesales up 30 percent in 2021, UVs shine

Fortescue to acquire Williams Advanced Engineering for 164 million pound

Australia’s Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) has entered into an agreement to acquire Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE) to accelerate innovation in the green energy space. The company says its £164 million (Rs 1,494 crore) investment means Fortescue and FFI will acquire critical capabilities needed to help decarbonise this industry world-wide utilising FFI’s green electricity, green hydrogen and… Continue reading Fortescue to acquire Williams Advanced Engineering for 164 million pound