BMW throws weight into hydrogen-powered cars
Hydrogen provides an alternate and complementary path toward decarbonization, BMW's Juergen Guldner said. He provided a status report on the company's iX5 hydrogen vehicle pilot during IAA Mobility in Munich......»»
AutoNation captive finance arm"s aim narrows
AutoNation, which acquired CIG Financial in late 2022, told independent dealer customers that it would no longer handle their financing. Instead, it will focus on franchised dealers and AutoNation USA stores......»»
GM offers 16% pay increase to UAW
The offer comes a week after the union filed unfair labor practice charges against GM and Stellantis, arguing the two were bargaining in bad faith......»»
August auto sales signal softening market
Auto sales in August increased to 1.33 million, up 17 percent over a year ago, but there are signs the market could be contracting......»»
Car dealerships sold include Kia, Infiniti, VW, Ford, Hyundai, Mazda
Two of the largest privately owned U.S. auto retailers expanded with second- and third-quarter acquisitions, while a pair of Northeast dealership groups also grew in existing markets......»»
Battery Show to highlight EV tech, supply chain, infrastructure
The Battery Show focuses on EV batteries, the supply chain, battery recycling, charging and more. A separate section of the show will focus on hybrid vehicle technology......»»
SoftBank backs autonomous trucking firm started by ex-Ford self-driving executives
The founders of the former self-driving unit of Ford Motor Co. and Volkswagen AG are launching a new autonomous trucking startup with backing said to be more than $1 billion from Japan’s SoftBank Group Corp. The new firm, named Stack AV, is led.....»»
Mobileye pitches new autonomous vehicle taxonomy
The standard SAE 0 through 5 autonomous driving levels don't make sense to consumers and create misunderstandings and misuse, according to Mobileye CEO Amnon Shashua......»»
Mobileye finds successful route to autonomous driving tech
Rather than tie its fortunes to fully autonomous tech, Israeli tech supplier Mobileye has developed a two-pronged approach that relies on expertise in today's driver-assistance systems as a bridge to tomorrow's self-driving......»»
Chevrolet Traverse Receives Major Redesign for 2024
Chevrolet’s popular three-row Traverse SUV is showing off a serious overhaul for the 2024 model year. Highlights include truck-inspired exterior styling, new safety and connectivity technologies, and a more premium interior. The 2024 Traverse will.....»»
2024 Chevrolet Blazer Overview
One of Chevrolet’s sportiest SUVs, the 2024 Blazer showcases athletic styling, advanced technologies, and premium features to match its dynamic performance options. The Blazer is available in 2LT, 3LT, RS, and Premier trim levels for the new model.....»»
2024 GMC Canyon Lineup Adds Bold AT4X AEV Edition
Off-road warriors, take note: The 2024 GMC Canyon lineup is adding a new special-edition model that takes the truck’s already considerable all-terrain capability to the next level. The Canyon AT4X AEV Edition builds on the AT4X trim with an extensi.....»»
Habits That Will Cost You on Your Car’s Trade-In Value
Ready to turn in your old car for a newer model? Now is the best time to upgrade your ride because the value of used cars is at an all-time high. You’re bound to get top dollar on your trade-in at a dealership — that is, unless you do one of thes.....»»
10 HBCU Students Will “Discover the Unexpected” This Summer
For the seventh year in a row, Chevrolet has awarded Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students the “Discover the Unexpected” internship and will offer them the chance to work in the auto industry over the summer. Rewarding Experie.....»»
What’s Going On With Used Car Prices?
There are many reasons car prices have gone up, and they’re all intermingled in complex ways. The post What’s Going On With Used Car Prices? appeared first on The News Wheel......»»
Honda Prologue EV Will Feature Built-In Google Infotainment Tech
Even if HondaLink is a good system, it will never be as good as the smartphone tech developed by Apple or Google The post Honda Prologue EV Will Feature Built-In Google Infotainment Tech appeared first on The News Wheel......»»
Ford Cologne Electric Vehicle Center Opens, Will Be Carbon Neutral
Ford took another significant step toward an all-electric future this month with the grand opening of the Cologne Electric Vehicle Center. The production facility in Germany will be the primary production hub for Ford EVs in Europe, operating at a ma.....»»
Toyota Reveals 900-Mile Car Battery in Plan for Global Leadership
A next-generation lithium-ion battery capable of 620 miles of range has been revealed to be due in 2026, followed by solid-state batteries with 900 miles of range The post Toyota Reveals 900-Mile Car Battery in Plan for Global Leadership appeared fir.....»»
2024 Chevrolet Equinox Overview
When it comes to popular family vehicles, the 2024 Chevy Equinox is one of the top picks on the market. With plenty of safety features, a versatile cabin, and efficient performance, it’s an obvious pick for families on the go. The 2024 Chevrolet Eq.....»»
Cadillac Announces the First-Ever, All-Electric ESCALADE IQ
When most people think about electric vehicles, they either consider small cars like the Prius Prime or compact to mid-size SUVs. But Cadillac is taking electrification one step further and extending its EV lineup beyond the LYRIQ with the first-ever.....»»