AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 8, 2016 -- All-new SRT Hellcat dual exterior stripe design adds even more Dodge attitude to 2016 Challenger and Charger SRT Hellcat models SRT Hellcat-exclusive dual full-length carbon-fiber pattern stripes provide a customized-from-the-factory look Dealers will start taking orders for Hellcat ... Continue reading
Barclays Research: Disruptive Mobility
January 7, 2016; By 2040, the growth of the driverless car market has the potential to disrupt the auto industry and society alike. How will your commute be different in 25 years? Learn about the types of driverless cars of the future and the impact they will have on business and daily life. ... Continue reading
'V-Charge' Research Project Wins '2015 Connected Car Award'
Accolade for Volkswagen and its project partners 'V-Charge' is the new intelligent valet parking Fully automatic finding of parking spaces and charging of electric vehicles WOLFSBURG/LAS VEGAS -- January 8, 2016: The 'V-Charge' research project wins the Auto Bild / Computer Bild 2015 Connected Car Award. Participants i ... Continue reading
"FCA Replay" Wraps the Week +VIDEO
"FCA Replay" is a weekly recap of some of the major stories at Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. The top stories for the week of January 8, 2016, include FCA December sales up 13 percent as company reports 69th month of consecutive year-over-year sales gains, Jeep celebrates 75th Anniversary with special-edition models and FC ... Continue reading
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Production Begins In Alabama Summer 2016
Additional production will support growing demand in the sport utility segment Alabama plant is the home of the Sonata and Elantra sedans Plant is capable of assembling 400,000 units per year MONTGOMERY, AL -- January 7, 2016: Hyundai Motor Company has announced the addition of the Santa Fe Sport to the production sche ... Continue reading
Manheim Reports Strong Finish to 2015 for Used Car Market
Strong Used Vehicle Values in Q4 of 2015 Continue Longest Stretch of Wholesale Price Stability in Index's 20-Year History ATLANTA, Jan. 8, 2016 -- Wholesale used vehicle prices increased in December signifying the sixth increase out of the previous seven months. Illustrating continued strength and stability, this broug ... Continue reading
As part of its ongoing commitment to support education and prepare U.S. students for later academic success, Hyundai Motor America today announced it will expand its partnership with MIND Research Institute with a $1.0 million commitment. These funds will support the Hyundai ST Math Initiative, benefiting approximately ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Pssenger Cars Brand Delivers 5.82 Million Vehicles in 2015
Volkswagen Passenger Cars delivered 5.82 million vehicles to customers worldwide in the full year 2015. "The Volkswagen brand did a good job last year in the face of challenging conditions. Regional performance varied quite considerably due to market factors. Above all Europe, together with China, remain important pill ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Launches Unexpected Car Campaign
Challenges consumerâs perceptions of the typical midsize sedan DETROIT â Building off its highest levels of opinion and consideration on record, Chevrolet is kicking off the New Year by again challenging consumersâ preconceived notions with the launch of the all-new 2016 Malibu. âWith the Malibu lau ... Continue reading
Motorsports HoF Announces Bridgestone Induction Sponsor
Motorsports HoF Announces Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations As Presenting Sponsor for Annual Induction Ceremony Three-year partnership to begin with June 29 induction at Daytona International Speedway DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2015) â The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America announced today that Bridgestone A ... Continue reading
Ford Sets Annual Sales Record in China, More Than 1.1 Million Vehicles Sold in 2015
Ford Motor Company set a record for sales in China in 2015 as annual sales of Ford vehicles reached 1,115,124, up three percent compared to 2014. December also saw record monthly sales with 124,768 vehicles sold, up 27 percent from December 2014. ... Continue reading
New Aisin Group President to Present Technology Review, Make First-Ever NAIAS Appearance
What: Aisin Cafe â a media briefing and luncheon Who: Yasumori Ihara, President, Aisin Seiki, Co., Ltd. John Clark, Executive Vice President, Aisin World Corp. of America (AWA) Yoshiaki Kato, President, Aisin Technical Center of America (ATCA) When: Tuesday, January 12, 2016; 12:20 â 12:45 p.m. Where: Aisin G ... Continue reading
3D Printing Set to Revolutionize the Automotive Production and Aftermarket with Customized Parts
The application scope of 3-D printing technology is currently restricted to the production of extremely low volume parts and production tooling. This is mainly due to the high costs of the machinery and raw materials, slow printing speeds and reduced levels of software optimization. Therefore, with a drop in material a ... Continue reading
Learn Which Advanced Vehicle Technologies are Working Now and What's Next
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI -- January 7, 2016: There's no reason to reinvent the wheel when considering how clean vehicle technology and energy options available today could impact the future of your commercial truck operations. Learn from the experiences of fleet managers for two of the nation's largest vocational fleets as ... Continue reading
Lexus to Be Exclusive Automotive Corporate Sponsor: Women Presidents' Organization
The Women Presidents' Organization (WPO) has today announced that Lexus is the organization's exclusive automotive corporate sponsor. The WPO partnership will include receptions for current and prospective WPO members at Lexus dealerships throughout the country. The first event will be held on January 20th at Mungenast ... Continue reading
Volvo Car USA Makes Semi-Autonomous Driving Features Standard on All-New Volvo S90 sedan
Volvo Cars is introducing an advanced version of the companyâs semi-autonomous Pilot Assist software on the all-new Volvo S90 sedan and making it standard on all S90s sold in the United States. Pilot Assist was first introduced on the 2016 Volvo XC90 and allows the vehicle to accelerate, decelerate, come to a comp ... Continue reading
Scion Shows Energy at 2016 North American International Auto Show
New models, hot concept and powerful specialty vehicles make appearance in exhibit DETROIT -- January 07, 2016: Following a year of launching two new models with a sales flourish and showing a hot new concept, Scion enters 2016 as one of the auto industryâs most energized brands. The Scion exhibit at the 2016 Nort ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Introduces 2017 Bolt EV
Chevrolet is introducing the 2017 Bolt EV at the Consumer Electronics Show, fulfilling its promise to offer a long-range, affordable electric vehicle for the masses. The Bolt EV, which will go into production by the end of 2016, will offer more than 200 miles of range on a full charge. It also features advanced connect ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Introduces 2017 Cruze Hatch
Ahead of its debut at the North American International Auto Show, Chevrolet today introduced the 2017 Cruze Hatchback. Developed with all the technologies and dynamic driving attributes of the all-new 2016 Cruze sedan, the new hatch adds a functional and sporty choice for customers. It joins Colorado and Trax as the la ... Continue reading
CES 2016 Opens with Technology Changing the World
Product Launches from Record-Breaking CES Show Floor and Keynotes from Netflix, GM and IBM Kick off Worldâs Largest Innovation Event LAS VEGAS -- January 7, 2015: The latest game-changing innovations revolutionizing our world took center stage on opening day of CES® 2016. More than 3,600 exhibitors unveiling ne ... Continue reading
i.M. Branded, one of the nation's leading providers of brand-specific fixtures, furniture and large-format digital printing (wall art) for the automotive industry, has completed the installation of a building wrap promoting the new 2016 Chevrolet Malibu on Detroit's Renaissance Center (Ren Cen), which will be on displa ... Continue reading
Continental at CES 2016: Product and Innovation Highlights
Dynamic eHorizon proves how the Internet enables better cars -- New usability concept on next generation head unit revolutionizes the user experience -- The cockpit's wow factor, a Curved Integrated Centerstack System -- Continental's thin Adaptable Faceplate is flexibility for global infotainment LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 20 ... Continue reading
Renault-Nissan Hires Tech Executive to Accelerate Connected Car and New Mobility Initiatives
PARIS and YOKOHAMA, JAPAN -- January 7, 2016: The Renault-Nissan Alliance has hired technology executive Ogi Redzic to lead the global car group's connected car initiative as Alliance Senior Vice President, Connected Vehicles and Mobility Services. Redzic, 45, joins Renault-Nissan after positions at Nokia, NAVTEQ, Moto ... Continue reading
World's fourth largest car group confirms autonomous drive and connectivity timeline through 2020 Fatal and serious injuries have been significantly reduced; new technologies will help make cars even safer Car group hires new executive to oversee connectivity and connected car services globally The Renault-Nissan Allia ... Continue reading
Faurecia today revealed a new generation of technologies focused on Driving Well-Being at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show. The world's seventh-largest automotive supplier will demonstrate an array of advancements in automotive seating, emissions control technologies, interior systems and automotive exteriors designed to pro ... Continue reading
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. , a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, and the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) today announced a new heads up display (HUD) for next-generation automobiles that delivers bright, clear information to drivers, even in daylight. Built ... Continue reading
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