Sunday, December 13, 2015

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Digest - December 7-13 2015; UAW-VW, EV'S: Ford To Invest $4.5B, Faraday $1.5B, Gov't OK's Kit Cars, Fisker

Nutson's Weekly Auto News Digest - December 7-13 2015; UAW-VW, EV'S: Ford To Invest $4.5B, Faraday $1.5B, Gov't OK's Kit Cars ... Continue reading

Another Wrinkle On Autonomous Driving - Additional Commentary

AUTO CENTRAL - A couple of weeks ago, we published an editorial regarding the future of autonomous driving, and how the event might wind up killing the public's love affair with the automobile (read that editorial HERE). Today, Larry Nutson, our Chicago Bureau Chief, calls our attention to a recent story published in t ... Continue reading

Rising Average Age of Vehicles Drives Demand for Engine Control Units in North America

The rising average age of vehicles (currently at 10.5 years) is the main factor driving the demand for engine control units (ECUs) in North America. Increasing technical complexities in parts and the growing number of vehicles in operation are further unlocking replacement opportunities in the ECU aftermarket. New anal ... Continue reading

Know Before You Go: How to Prepare Your Car for Winter

From freezing temperatures to heavy snow, winter brings with it unique challenges for car owners. To help drivers prepare for the coming winter season here is a list of simple, but effective, winter car care tips. "Colder temps can make for dangerous driving conditions and can wreak havoc on cars—affecting everyth ... Continue reading