Volkswagen boss: German city diesel ban is ‘scary and unnecessary’

Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess has reacted to the recent German court ruling that cities can ban the most heavily polluting diesels, describing the move as “a scary picture and totally unnecessary”. When the ruling was announced late last month, the court also said that Stuttgart should start to impose a year-round ban, while Dusseldorf should also… Continue reading Volkswagen boss: German city diesel ban is ‘scary and unnecessary’

2016 Production

World Motor Vehicle Production /  by manufacturer  / by country By country and type  /  passenger cars  /  light commercial vehicles  /  heavy trucks  /  buses and coaches   By manufacturer, make and country Anhui Jac Ashok Leyland Avtovaz Baic BMW Brilliance Byd Changan Chengdu Dayun Changfeng Chery China National Heavy Duty Truck Chongqing Lifan Motor… Continue reading 2016 Production

Henrik Fisker Talks Batteries and Autonomous Transportation

The industry disruptor talked about his upcoming autonomous vehicles. DAVID MCNEW—AFP/Getty Images Fisker Inc., the electric car manufacturer and Tesla rival, has big plans in the works. The Drive spoke with CEO Henrik Fisker about his plans for solid-state batteries and his upcoming electric and autonomous vehicles. Fisker, the controversial innovator who designed the BMW… Continue reading Henrik Fisker Talks Batteries and Autonomous Transportation

Kobe Steel, Toyota hit with U.S. lawsuit over vehicle metal quality

NEW YORK (Reuters) – U.S. consumers have filed a lawsuit against Kobe Steel Ltd (5406.T) and Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) accusing the companies of violating consumer protection laws and engaging in fraud by concealing the use of substandard metal components in vehicles. The Kobe Steel (Kobelco) logo is seen on the company’s headquarters in Kobe,… Continue reading Kobe Steel, Toyota hit with U.S. lawsuit over vehicle metal quality

UPDATE 2-Diesel collapse gives automakers carbon headache

GENEVA (Reuters) – The accelerating demise of diesel, long used by carmakers to boost fuel-efficiency, is undermining their plans to meet looming European Union CO2 goals and avoid big annual fines. The BMW M8 is seen during a presentation at the 88th International Motor Show at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland, March 6, 2018. REUTERS/Pierre Albouy… Continue reading UPDATE 2-Diesel collapse gives automakers carbon headache

All-New Lexus UX Crossover Makes Its World Debut in Geneva

GENEVA, March 6, 2018 – Following recent launches of its stunning new LC flagship coupe, LS flagship sedan and three-row RX luxury utility vehicle, Lexus is opening a new gateway into the brand with the UX, its first-ever compact luxury crossover. Making its world debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, the UX introduces a bold… Continue reading All-New Lexus UX Crossover Makes Its World Debut in Geneva