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Ford, Volkswagen, BMW and others seek to defend California emissions waiver

Washington — Ford Motor Co. and the U.S. branches of Volkswagen AG, BMW AG, Honda Motor Corp. and Volvo Ltd. are asking to intervene in a federal lawsuit to defend California’s power to set its own stringent emissions standards.  It marks the re-entry of major automakers into a fight that divided the industry under former President Donald… Continue reading Ford, Volkswagen, BMW and others seek to defend California emissions waiver

Car companies haven’t figured out if they’ll let Apple CarPlay take over all the screens

Apple can’t seem to build its own car, so it’ll just have to take over everyone else’s. At its annual WWDC event on Monday, the tech giant announced that the next generation of CarPlay will soon break free from the bonds that confine it to the main infotainment screen and spread to additional screens within… Continue reading Car companies haven’t figured out if they’ll let Apple CarPlay take over all the screens

Does the auto industry have an electric vehicle generation gap?

CHICAGO, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Against a backdrop of skyrocketing gas prices, ongoing concerns about climate change and an unprecedented push by the auto industry to launch more electric vehicles, consumer interest in Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) is also on the rise. According to the most recent Ipsos Mobility Navigator Study, almost one-half of… Continue reading Does the auto industry have an electric vehicle generation gap?

Del Grande Dealer Group Conservation Project to Reduce Water Consumption by 65%

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG), the Bay Area’s largest family-owned automotive group, announced that their family of dealerships is partnering with local water districts to undergo a water conservation project, reducing their water consumption by 65%.   In light of increasing drought conditions, DGDG is joining efforts to limit water consumption… Continue reading Del Grande Dealer Group Conservation Project to Reduce Water Consumption by 65%

All-New 2023 HR-V Boasts Sportier Design, More Responsive Powertrain, Upscale Cabin and Desirable Tech Features

The new second-generation HR-V was designed and engineered without compromise. Longer and wider, it’s more comfortable yet also sportier and more fun-to-drive than its predecessor, while featuring more rear seat legroom and one of the largest cargo areas in its class. For a smoother ride, HR-V’s wheelbase has been extended and its tracks are significantly wider, creating an… Continue reading All-New 2023 HR-V Boasts Sportier Design, More Responsive Powertrain, Upscale Cabin and Desirable Tech Features

@VW Group: Strong weekend for the Audi RS 3 LMS005162

The Audi RS 3 LMS gen II made a strong showing at the season openers of the TCR racing series in Canada and Sweden. The GT3 version of the Audi R8 LMS is currently at the top of the championship tables in Norway and at the Nürburgring, while the GT4 version managed a podium result… Continue reading @VW Group: Strong weekend for the Audi RS 3 LMS005162

BMW to race in IMSA in 2023 with M Hybrid V8 LMDh prototype

Of the four nominated chassis suppliers, BMW – like Cadillac – has opted to go with Italian manufacturer Dallara, while Porsche will use Multimatic-supplied underpinnings and Acura has partnered with France’s Oreca. Manufacturers have free reign over the design of their cars, however, and BMW has opted for a look which nods heavily to both… Continue reading BMW to race in IMSA in 2023 with M Hybrid V8 LMDh prototype

10 Coolest Spanish Sports Cars – HotCars

Ask most enthusiasts to name the most famous European carmaking countries and a few answers will always crop up. Italy, Germany, the UK, France, and even Sweden all have well-known auto industries, between them producing some of the most iconic cars and most well-known brands. Spain doesn’t usually feature in the conversation at all, and… Continue reading 10 Coolest Spanish Sports Cars – HotCars

Automotive Center Console Market Size to grow by USD 7.05 billion from 2021 to 2026 | Driven by Increasing SUV Sales | Technavio

NEW YORK, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The automotive center console market size is set to grow by USD 7.05 billion from 2021 to 2026, progressing at a CAGR of 5.69% according to the latest market report by Technavio. Technavio categorizes the automotive center console market as a part of the global auto parts and equipment market. Our… Continue reading Automotive Center Console Market Size to grow by USD 7.05 billion from 2021 to 2026 | Driven by Increasing SUV Sales | Technavio