BMW AG joined the growing list of carmakers sued by U.S. drivers for installing software designed to cheat diesel-emissions tests. Drivers of “tens of thousands” of X5 and 335D model diesel cars built between 2009 and 2011 sued BMW and its technology supplier, Robert Bosch GmbH, alleging they installed algorithms designed to manipulate testing systems,… Continue reading BMW Sued by U.S. Diesel Drivers Over Emissions-Test Cheating
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Porsche plans to profit from charging, says Tesla Supercharger model is not sustainable
When Tesla introduced its Supercharger network, not only was it the most powerful charging system available, but it was free for Tesla drivers. Free charging was a sort of teaser offer to overcome new buyers’ range anxiety, and Tesla later added fees. However, the company aims to keep the cost of charging below that of… Continue reading Porsche plans to profit from charging, says Tesla Supercharger model is not sustainable
Lincoln to launch ‘next chapter’ at NY show
Lincoln — like Ford’s Blue Oval — is in the midst of a lineup refresh. (Photo: Lincoln) Lincoln Motor Co. uses the New York auto show as its megaphone, and this year won’t be any different. The luxury automaker’s future is going to look a lot like what was outlined in the Ford Motor’s two-year… Continue reading Lincoln to launch ‘next chapter’ at NY show
Bentley is the latest luxury car maker committing to EVs
Denis Balibouse / Reuters Just a few weeks after Bentley unveiled its first all-electric concept convertible, a lead designer confirmed that the car company known for its gas-guzzling vehicles could start making electric cars fairly soon. Bentley is just the latest in a long line of car makers planning to go electric, of course, with… Continue reading Bentley is the latest luxury car maker committing to EVs
Scandal in the VW Supervisory Board
At a meeting of the VW Supervisory Board, changes to the remuneration system for board members should have been posted on the wall, according to Handelsblatt. A group guard protested vehemently. VW rejects the report as false. Bernd Althusmann Monday, 26.03.2018 1:17 pm The Supervisory Board of Volkswagen has apparently entered into a heated dispute… Continue reading Scandal in the VW Supervisory Board
VW boss Müller should have been co-driver in the driver’s escape
A former Porsche top manager is said to have caused an accident involving injuries in South Africa in 2013 and made a driver’s escape. According to “Bild am Sonntag” was today’s VW CEO Matthias Müller his co-driver. imago / high two Wolfgang Hatz, Matthias Müller (Archive image from September 2015) Sunday, 18.03.2018 11:51 clock Former… Continue reading VW boss Müller should have been co-driver in the driver’s escape
Could abandoned Detroit train station be Ford's millennials magnet?
Buy Photo Davide Martello of Germany plays his piano in front of Michigan Central Station during a two day stop in Detroit in May 2015. Martello travels the world playing his piano in public spaces. Within a city he pulls it behind a bicycle and when it is time to move to the next town… Continue reading Could abandoned Detroit train station be Ford's millennials magnet?
Aurora hires SpaceX’s Jinnah Hosein, opens SF and Pittsburgh offices
Self-driving technology company Aurora has made some key moves on its leadership team and overall company growth: It’s bringing on SpaceX’s now former head of software engineering, Jinnah Hosein, to lead its own software engineering team in a VP role. The autonomous software provider is also opening up two new offices, including one in San… Continue reading Aurora hires SpaceX’s Jinnah Hosein, opens SF and Pittsburgh offices
Ford’s Lincoln Looks to SUVs for Salvation
Just two years after Ford Motor Co. bet the revival of its Lincoln luxury line on the return of the Continental sedan, it’s reversing course and going all in on sport utility vehicles instead. Despite its retro Rat Pack allusions and elegant evocation of Bentley styling, the Continental didn’t sell as expected. Sales are down… Continue reading Ford’s Lincoln Looks to SUVs for Salvation
BMW cuts model range as new WLTP test looms
BMW has ceased production of a number of models, including plug-in hybrids and Efficient Dynamics diesels, due to the impact of the impending Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP). A senior source at a UK leasing company told HonestJohn.co.uk he received an email from the manufacturer in February, which confirmed it had stopped production… Continue reading BMW cuts model range as new WLTP test looms