McLaren Automotive North America celebrates 5000th car milestone

McLaren North America retails its 5000th car: 570S Spider in Silica White delivered to California customer North America continues to lead as McLaren Automotive’ s single largest market with over a third of global volume Continued sales growth, announcement of new models and additional retail partners expected in 2018 McLaren Automotive North America is celebrating… Continue reading McLaren Automotive North America celebrates 5000th car milestone

Press Releases – First-ever CO2 standards for trucks must reflect market diversity, EU truck industry says

Brussels, 2 May 2018 – Ahead of the publication later this month of the European Commission’s proposal on CO2 emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) calls for an ambitious yet realistic approach. ACEA welcomes the introduction of these first-ever EU CO2 standards for trucks, which are part of a broader… Continue reading Press Releases – First-ever CO2 standards for trucks must reflect market diversity, EU truck industry says

Ford Smart Mobility and Zotye to Form EV Solutions JV for China’s Fast-Growing Ride-Hailing Market

Ford Smart Mobility LLC and Zotye sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish a joint venture (JV) to provide smart, customized all-electric vehicle solutions to fleet operators and drivers in China’s fast-growing ride-hailing market Working closely with the Zotye-Ford manufacturing JV, which will offer a range of stylish and affordable all-electric vehicles under a… Continue reading Ford Smart Mobility and Zotye to Form EV Solutions JV for China’s Fast-Growing Ride-Hailing Market

Nikola Motor sues Tesla alleging design patent violation

(Reuters) – Nikola Motor Co, which makes hydrogen-powered semi trucks, filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against electric automaker Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) alleging design patent infringements. A Tesla dealership is seen in West Drayton, just outside London, Britain, February 7, 2018. REUTERS/Hannah McKay Tesla’s Semi, its first electric heavy duty truck, is “substantially” similar to Nikola’s… Continue reading Nikola Motor sues Tesla alleging design patent violation

Ford CEO Hackett’s decision to dump cars ‘may prove fatal’

Ford’s new CEO, Jim Hackett, just announced a bold strategic move for America’s most enduring automaker: abandoning the car business. Hackett completely reversed former CEO Alan Mulally’s full-line strategy to focus on trucks and SUVs. A 3 percent jump in Ford’s stock price validated Hackett’s decision, but that adrenaline shot could be short-lived. Jettisoning automobiles… Continue reading Ford CEO Hackett’s decision to dump cars ‘may prove fatal’

2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Plugs in and Boosts Performance

ATLANTA, May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Premiering today, the 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid solidifies its place in the lineup while making significant advancements over both the standard Cayenne and the preceding Cayenne S E-Hybrid it replaces. Those advantages include more power, quicker acceleration, a faster top speed, and increased electric-only range. The Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid uses… Continue reading 2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Plugs in and Boosts Performance

Bentley boss: we could have been more prepared for electrification

The Bentayga hybrid is the brand’s first electrified model New company CEO admits the firm needs to accelerate its electrification plans – and hints full electric car is due within five years New Bentley boss Adrian Hallmark has acknowledged that the brand was not as prepared for future technology as it could have been –… Continue reading Bentley boss: we could have been more prepared for electrification

Dana Partners with Workhorse Group on City Delivery Vehicle with New Spicer® Electrified™ Integrated Electric Axle

LONG BEACH, Calif., May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Today at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) and Workhorse Group Inc. (NASDAQ: WKHS) announced the design, development, and production of a city delivery vehicle featuring Dana’s Spicer® Electrified™ integrated e-Drive axle. Ohio-based Workhorse is a technology company focused on providing sustainable and cost-effective… Continue reading Dana Partners with Workhorse Group on City Delivery Vehicle with New Spicer® Electrified™ Integrated Electric Axle

Bentley boss acknowledges brand could have been more prepared for electrification

New Bentley boss Adrian Hallmark has acknowledged that the brand was not as prepared for future technology as it could have been and is forging ahead with a revised strategy to ensure Bentley is at the forefront of electrification.  Since starting his position early this year, having previously been at the company as board member… Continue reading Bentley boss acknowledges brand could have been more prepared for electrification

Hyundai Motor America Reports April 2018 Sales

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor America reported April sales of Hyundai- and Genesis-branded vehicles of 56,063 units, an 11 percent decline in comparison with April 2017. Despite the overall decline there were several significant gains as Hyundai’s SUV family continues to set records. For the second consecutive month, Hyundai set an… Continue reading Hyundai Motor America Reports April 2018 Sales