The tougher test procedure is forcing Porsche to take some drastic decisions. In case you haven’t heard by now, the overly optimistic lab-based New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) will be replaced beginning September with the far more realistic Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) that takes place in the real world. This switch has had… Continue reading Porsche Stops Taking Custom Orders In Europe To Prepare For WLTP
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Tesla needs to sell more expensive Model 3s so the company doesn’t ‘die,’ Musk says
Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the final details of the dual-motor, all-wheel drive version of the Model 3 over the weekend, including a top-of-the-line variant that is more expensive than a base-level Model S or X. While we’ve known for a long time that these were coming, this is the most clarity Tesla’s offered yet… Continue reading Tesla needs to sell more expensive Model 3s so the company doesn’t ‘die,’ Musk says
Fiat Chrysler recalling 51K Jeep Cherokees because of fire risk
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Cherokee SUVs because of a fire risk. (Photo: FCA US LLC) Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is recalling more than 51,000 of its 2018 Jeep Cherokees because of a fire risk. The company said it is unaware of any accidents or injuries related to the defect, involving fuel-supply tubes that… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler recalling 51K Jeep Cherokees because of fire risk
Geely’s Volvo electric vehicles are using Korean batteries made in China and the competition isn’t happy
China’s protectionist laws are currently being relaxed when it comes to electric vehicles, but there are still some rigorous restrictions. For example, Chinese electric vehicles need to be powered by Chinese batteries. A new report now shows that Geely found a workaround for Volvo’s electric vehicles by using Korean batteries made in China and the competition… Continue reading Geely’s Volvo electric vehicles are using Korean batteries made in China and the competition isn’t happy
Aston Martin growth spurt continues with £43m profit in Q1
Aston Martin has announced pre-tax profits of £43.7 million in the first quarter of 2018, leading to the British marque being named “the world’s fastest growing auto brand” by consultancy firm, Brand Finance. The profit rise has been largely credited to the recently launched DB11 V8 Coupe and Volante models along with early interest in… Continue reading Aston Martin growth spurt continues with £43m profit in Q1
Volkswagen selects Cubic Telecom as the technology enabler on the Touareg model
Cubic Telecom announced that Volkswagen AG selected Cubic as the technology enabler on the Touareg model for its connected car experience. Touted as the most connected Volkswagen model ever, Cubic Telecom’s embedded technology manages data delivery throughout Europe to enable Car-Net® online services which are integrated with the Touareg’s new infotainment system “Innovision Cockpit”. Services… Continue reading Volkswagen selects Cubic Telecom as the technology enabler on the Touareg model
Autoliv provides update on planned Veoneer spin-off
Mon, May 21, 2018 14:20 CET (Stockholm, Sweden, May 21, 2018) – Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV and SSE: ALIVsdb), the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems announces that Veoneer, its electronics segment, has filed an amendment to its Registration Statement on Form 10 in connection with its planned spin-off from Autoliv. Veoneer, Inc. has filed… Continue reading Autoliv provides update on planned Veoneer spin-off
Honda invests 50 million to produce the Insight in Indiana and Ohio (USA)
Posted 05/21/2018 13: 14: 52CET GREENSBURG (UNITED STATES), May 21. (EUROPA PRESS) – Honda has invested 61.5 million dollars (52.3 million euros at the current exchange rate) at its US and Indiana plants due to the start of production of the new Insight. The Japanese firm will support the production of the Insight in its… Continue reading Honda invests 50 million to produce the Insight in Indiana and Ohio (USA)
Mercedes-Benz to make electric EQA hatchback at upgraded Smart factory in France
Mercedes-Benz will construct its EQA electric hatchback at its Hambach plant in France where the electric Smart is currently made, following an investment of €500 million (about £438m) (Rs 4,000 crore). The entry-point into the Mercedes’s EQ electric car sub-brand, previewed by the Concept EQA at the 2017 Frankfurt motor show, will go on sale in 2020. It will join… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz to make electric EQA hatchback at upgraded Smart factory in France
2021 Jaguar J-Pace moves closer to production with global trademark
Jaguar is working at top speed on an all-new £80,000-plus J-Pace SUV for 2021, designed to beat the Porsche Cayenne at its own game. A global trademark filing for the J-Pace moniker suggests that the model is edging closer to production, having been scooped by Autocar last year. The Range Rover-rivalling SUV will have a brand-new… Continue reading 2021 Jaguar J-Pace moves closer to production with global trademark