GENESIS UNVEILS OFF-ROAD X SKORPIO CONCEPT; NEW CONCEPT CAR STRATEGY

Genesis reveals off-road concept car engineered for demanding terrain; demonstrates real world driving performance in Rub’ al Khali “Empty Quarter” desert in the UAE World premiere highlights concept models optimized for off-road driving, including GV60 Outdoors Concept, GV70 Outdoors Concept and GV80 Desert Edition Luxury marque also announces new concept car strategy aimed at deepening… Continue reading GENESIS UNVEILS OFF-ROAD X SKORPIO CONCEPT; NEW CONCEPT CAR STRATEGY

GM expects to top Ford in U.S. vehicle production as it faces up to $4 billion in tariff costs

General Motors Chevrolet Traverse sport utility vehicles sit on the assembly line at the company’s Lansing Delta Township Assembly Plant in Lansing, Michigan, Feb. 21, 2020. Jeff Kowalsky | Bloomberg | Getty Images DETROIT — General Motors expects to outproduce crosstown rival Ford Motor to become the top assembler of vehicles in the U.S. in… Continue reading GM expects to top Ford in U.S. vehicle production as it faces up to $4 billion in tariff costs

GM tops earnings expectations, announces dividend increase and stock buyback program

watch now DETROIT – General Motors beat Wall Street’s fourth-quarter earnings expectations Tuesday, while guiding for another year of “strong financial performance” in 2026. The Detroit automaker, which slightly missed revenue expectations, also announced a 20% increase in its quarterly dividend and a new $6 billion share repurchase authorization. GM stock rose 8.75% Tuesday. Here’s… Continue reading GM tops earnings expectations, announces dividend increase and stock buyback program

German FAZ: Kia’s smallest edge 010485

There is a lot of movement in the world of small electrical boxes. Renault has the R4 with cult status at the start, Fiat is introducing the Grande Panda, in Wolfsburg a remarkably impressive trio is warming up to the VW Polo, and we’ve probably forgotten one or two. Strength of character can hardly do… Continue reading German FAZ: Kia’s smallest edge 010485

German FAZ: Kia’s smallest edge 010485

There is a lot of movement in the world of small electrical boxes. Renault has the R4 with cult status at the start, Fiat is introducing the Grande Panda, in Wolfsburg a remarkably impressive trio is warming up to the VW Polo, and we’ve probably forgotten one or two. Strength of character can hardly do… Continue reading German FAZ: Kia’s smallest edge 010485

German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484

The car of the year 2026 is the Mercedes-Benz CLA. The model, offered as an electric and hybrid, was announced as the winner on Friday during a gala at the Brussels auto show in front of around 350 spectators. The Skoda Elroq came in second, the Kia EV 4 completed the podium. The Mercedes has… Continue reading German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484

German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484

The car of the year 2026 is the Mercedes-Benz CLA. The model, offered as an electric and hybrid, was announced as the winner on Friday during a gala at the Brussels auto show in front of around 350 spectators. The Skoda Elroq came in second, the Kia EV 4 completed the podium. The Mercedes has… Continue reading German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484

Trade pact with EU could be a boost for India’s auto sector– but there is a catch

In 2024, India imported motor vehicles worth over €1.6 billion from the EU, according to the official data. India on Tuesday agreed to significantly lower import quotas and tariffs for European carmakers under the newly signed India-EU free trade agreement. Under the new pact, it has been agreed to allow up to 2,50,000 European-made vehicles… Continue reading Trade pact with EU could be a boost for India’s auto sector– but there is a catch

Avis India Launches Luxury Van Rentals for Groups Up to 25 Passengers

Avis India has launched a luxury van rental service designed for group transportation needs. The offering accommodates up to 25 passengers and is available for corporate travel, airport transfers, long-distance journeys and family trips. The fleet includes executive vehicles such as Mercedes-Benz V-Class, Toyota Vellfire, Kia Carnival, Toyota Coaster and Toyota Commuter. Customers can select… Continue reading Avis India Launches Luxury Van Rentals for Groups Up to 25 Passengers

Shares in South Korean automakers slide after Trump post on raising tariffs

SEOUL, Jan 27 (Reuters) – Hyundai Motor ​shares fell ‌4% at the ‌opening on Tuesday, after U.S. President Donald ⁠Trump ‌said in a social ‍media post that he will raise ​tariffs on ‌South Korean goods including autos from 15% to 25%. Shares in ⁠sister automaker ​Kia ​Corp and affiliate Hyundai Mobis ‍also ⁠fell around 3.4%… Continue reading Shares in South Korean automakers slide after Trump post on raising tariffs