Top Automotive Industry News for Week of January 15 – January 21, 2017

Here is the most important news associated with the automotive industry identified by the SEA for the week January 15, 2018 – January 21, 2018. We hope it helps you stay up to speed on the key developments in our industry: -AEA Membership News- Save The Date! The next AEA Members Reception will be held… Continue reading Top Automotive Industry News for Week of January 15 – January 21, 2017

Car Entertainment: Carplay in the BMW just to get a subscription

CarPlay is only available for a monthly fee (Image: BMW) BMW demands for the Carplay supportthat customers buy a navigation system and complete a paid subscription to use Apple’s mobile interface. Carplay displays important information of selected iOS apps on the internal vehicle display. In addition, motorists can use Siri to call someone, listen to… Continue reading Car Entertainment: Carplay in the BMW just to get a subscription

BMW Ranks First, Subaru Rated Worst in Survey by Climate Lobby

As automakers pour billions of dollars into preparing for electric vehicles and stricter emission controls, among other changes in the industry, an environmental lobby has handed out progress reports. The Carbon Disclosure Project ranked responses from 16 manufacturers on three main issues: Progress towards meeting emissions standards Strategies on using self-driving technology and renewable energies Management incentives… Continue reading BMW Ranks First, Subaru Rated Worst in Survey by Climate Lobby

Is BMW going to make you pay for Apple CarPlay every year?

Unlike many automakers that offer Apple CarPlay in their new cars, BMW makes you pay for it on all of their models. That’s unlikely to change, but it may soon cut a break to those who don’t use iOS or don’t like Apple’s smartphone integration system for the car. The automaker next year will turn… Continue reading Is BMW going to make you pay for Apple CarPlay every year?

All-New Honda Insight Prototype Redefines Segment

All-new 2019 Honda Insight will offer universally appealing styling in a roomy five passenger sedan with fuel efficiency competitive with the best in the segment Powered by Honda’s innovative, industry-leading two-motor hybrid powertrain Insight nameplate returns as the next phase in the Honda Electrification Initiative DETROIT, Jan. 11, 2018 – The all-new Honda Insight Prototype… Continue reading All-New Honda Insight Prototype Redefines Segment

Mahindra Electric launches Virtual Reality drive experience for all-electric e2oPlus

Mahindra Electric launches Virtual Reality drive experience for all-electric e2oPlus First ever Virtual Reality based drive for the most popular electric vehicle in India, set to revolutionize the test drive experience The 2D, 360 degree version of the experience is also available on https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAdGe2lDMU8 Bengaluru, January 3, 2018: Mahindra Electric, part of the diversified USD… Continue reading Mahindra Electric launches Virtual Reality drive experience for all-electric e2oPlus

Remarks from José Muñoz and Alfonso Albaisa in Detroit

NAIAS Press Conference January 15, 2018 José MuñozChief Performance Officer (CPO) Chairman of Management Committee for North America (MC NA) Good morning and welcome to the future of Nissan. It’s my pleasure to introduce a new concept vehicle that embodies our vision and commitment to Nissan Intelligent Mobility. This is the Xmotion (Cross Motion) Concept, a… Continue reading Remarks from José Muñoz and Alfonso Albaisa in Detroit

AT CES®, FAURECIA EQUIPS BYTON’S CONCEPT CAR

CES 2018 – Startup Byton, one of the new Chinese automotive players specialized in electric cars, caused a stir by revealing a first concept vehicle with a full cockpit designed by Faurecia The concept is an electric crossover which is expected to debut on the Chinese market in 2019, before going on sale in the… Continue reading AT CES®, FAURECIA EQUIPS BYTON’S CONCEPT CAR

New facelifted 2018 Ford Ranger pick-up revealed

Ford has revealed an updated version of its Ranger pick-up ahead of a global debut at the Detroit Motor Show. It will share a stage at the NAIAS alongside the all-new Ford Edge ST. The revised Mitsubishi L200 rival will first go on sale in North America, with the refreshed model coming to the UK… Continue reading New facelifted 2018 Ford Ranger pick-up revealed

Jeep puts a new face on Cherokee

Show Thumbnails Show CaptionsLast SlideNext Slide 2019 Jeep Cherokee(Photo: FCA) Jeep will introduce a remade Cherokee crossover at the Detroit auto show next week as it looks to rev up sales in 2018. After seven years of meteoric growth in the red-hot SUV market, U.S. demand cooled for Fiat Chrysler’s star brand in 2017. Yet,… Continue reading Jeep puts a new face on Cherokee