Hyundai recalls Sonatas; air bags may not inflate in crash

2011 Hyundai Sonata (Photo: Hyundai) DETROIT — Hyundai is recalling nearly 155,000 Sonata midsize cars in the U.S. because the air bags may not inflate in a crash. The recall covers cars from the 2011 model year. Hyundai says a short circuit in the air bag control computer can stop the seat belts from tightening before… Continue reading Hyundai recalls Sonatas; air bags may not inflate in crash

News Release – Magna Launches New Composites Center of Excellence in Germany

Please click HERE for a PDF version of the release. Brings advanced composites and carbon fiber expertise to European market Develops lightweight structural and exterior components Enables joint development projects with European automakers SAILAUF, Germany, March 07, 2018 — Magna’s new Composites Center of Excellence in Esslingen, Germany, aims to help European automakers meet increasingly… Continue reading News Release – Magna Launches New Composites Center of Excellence in Germany

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

Why a Car Company Is Looking to the Skies: A Glimpse into Ford’s Drone Research

Why a Car Company Is Looking to the Skies: A Glimpse into Ford’s Drone Research John Luo, Research Manager, Emerging Technology Integration, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering; and Adi Singh, Principal Scientist, Small Unmanned Aerial Systems Integration, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering If you’ve looked at your social media feeds lately, chances are you’ve seen some… Continue reading Why a Car Company Is Looking to the Skies: A Glimpse into Ford’s Drone Research

New Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van Is Ready for Work: Smart, Capable and More Efficient Than Ever

The new 2019 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van packs big work in a small package with ease and efficiency for any business Smart: Keeps up with the fast mobile pace of today’s connected business owners with standard 4G LTE wireless connectivity, available wireless mobile device charging and the most driver-assist technologies in the segment, including… Continue reading New Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van Is Ready for Work: Smart, Capable and More Efficient Than Ever

Uber’s self-driving trucks haul cargo on Arizona highways

(Reuters) – Uber’s [UBER.UL] self-driving trucks have been hauling cargo on Arizona highways, the U.S. ride-hailing firm said on Tuesday, laying out plans for autonomous vehicles to work with truck drivers to move freight around the country. The Uber logo is seen on a screen in Singapore August 4, 2017. REUTERS/Thomas White Uber’s trucks are… Continue reading Uber’s self-driving trucks haul cargo on Arizona highways

Ford plans to sell cars online in the UK

Ford is planning to introduce online sales in the UK, joining the likes of Hyundai and Peugeot/Citroen by offering British customers a web based click to buy type service. Speaking to Auto Express at the Geneva Motor Show, Ford UK boss Andy Barratt said: “we are working on that [online sales], we’re very advanced on… Continue reading Ford plans to sell cars online in the UK

Aston Martin considers making a lightweight, all-electric Tesla Roadster rival

The limited all-electric Aston Martin Rapide Aston Martin The limited all-electric Aston Martin Rapide Aston Martin The limited all-electric Aston Martin Rapide Aston Martin Aston Martin is considering to make an all-electric supercar to rival the upcoming Tesla Roadster. The British marque is yet to officially make the announcement, but the brand is definitely considering… Continue reading Aston Martin considers making a lightweight, all-electric Tesla Roadster rival

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