June’s new-vehicle sales pace is forecast to finish near 16.0 million, up 0.1 million from May’s 15.9 million pace but down 0.1 million from last June’s 16.1 million level. First-half sales volume is forecast to increase by 2.9% year over year, thanks partly to strong results from Toyota, Honda and Ford; Stellantis and Tesla tumble.… Continue reading Cox Automotive Forecast: US Auto Sales Expected to Finish First Half Higher by 2.9%, In Line with Expectations for Slow Growth
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Mercury Insurance Names the Most Affordable New Trucks and SUVs to Insure
Chevrolet takes top two truck spots with Ford taking five spots in the top 10; Fiat is the most budget-friendly SUV to insure with Honda taking four in the top 10 LOS ANGELES, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Consumers continue to gravitate toward larger vehicles as the truck and SUV segments dominate sales in the U.S.,… Continue reading Mercury Insurance Names the Most Affordable New Trucks and SUVs to Insure
Nissan to start producing EVs for Dongfeng Motor by year-end, Nikkei reports
TOKYO (Reuters) -Nissan Motor will produce electric vehicles for its Chinese joint-venture partner Dongfeng Motor at its Wuhan factory by year-end, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Tuesday, a sign of pressure on the automaker’s China business. By producing EVs for Dongfeng, Nissan aims to reduce fixed costs and increase the operating rate of the factory,… Continue reading Nissan to start producing EVs for Dongfeng Motor by year-end, Nikkei reports
Electric vehicles: Desi automakers are seizing export opportunities driven by increased demand for cleaner mobility
With large-scale, developed EV supply chain and ecosystems, these companies are leveraging proven abilities in frugal manufacturing to sell in Europe, where electric is projected to account for a quarter of car sales this year. New Delhi: Domestic auto makers are grabbing the export opportunity presented by a growing preference for cleaner mobility in developed… Continue reading Electric vehicles: Desi automakers are seizing export opportunities driven by increased demand for cleaner mobility
@VW Group: Porsche eager to extend IMSA championship lead008899
The race With this success in the US state of New York, Porsche, the works team and the drivers Nasr and Cameron have extended their position at the top of the championship standings. The Stuttgart sports car manufacturer now also leads all classifications of the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup. Round six of the IMSA WeatherTech… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche eager to extend IMSA championship lead008899
Seven things I learned about the Sony car while playing Gran Turismo inside one
/ The Sony Honda car is still slated for 2026. By Sean Hollister, a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Share this story Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge You know how Sony’s making… Continue reading Seven things I learned about the Sony car while playing Gran Turismo inside one
CDK Global Cyberattack Disrupts Car Sales in U.S. and Canada
Thousands of auto dealers across the United States and Canada are suffering disruptions to their operations as a result of cyberattacks on a provider of critical software and data services used in auto retailing. The provider, CDK Global, said it was targeted in two attacks on Wednesday, prompting the company to shut down its systems… Continue reading CDK Global Cyberattack Disrupts Car Sales in U.S. and Canada
HMSI inaugurates first Red Wing Dealership in Shillong
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) inaugurated its first Sales and Service Red Wing outlet in Shillong, Meghalaya – Shadap Honda. The company’s maiden dealership in Meghalaya is its 25th Authorised Main Dealership (AMD) in North-East India and 174th AMD in the Eastrn region, the press release noted. Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales and Marketing, Honda… Continue reading HMSI inaugurates first Red Wing Dealership in Shillong
@BMW: IMSA Watkins Glen: Turbulent weekend ends with fifth and sixth places for BMW M Team RLL.003506
Watkins Glen. At the scene of the first victory in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship a year ago, the BMW M Team RLL #25 BMW M Hybrid V8 was once again in the spotlight – this time, however, for a different reason. After a practice accident on Saturday, the team managed a great feat by… Continue reading @BMW: IMSA Watkins Glen: Turbulent weekend ends with fifth and sixth places for BMW M Team RLL.003506
Western India: an automotive powerhouse
India’s western region, particularly Maharashtra and Gujarat, has always been an important hub in the country’s automotive industry. The western region’s strategic location, robust infrastructure, skilled workforce, and conducive business environment have collectively made it a magnet for both domestic and international automotive giants. Automakers such as Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki India,… Continue reading Western India: an automotive powerhouse