Montreal will host the Michelin Challenge Bibendum in 2017
Dec 16, 2016
MONTREAL, Dec. 16, 2016 -- After a memorable event in Chengdu in 2014, the next global event focused on sustainable mobility will be held in Montreal, Canada's largest metropolis, on June 13, 14 and 15, 2017. ... Continue reading
Dec 16, 2016
DUBLIN—Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Automotive E-tailing Market by Vehicle Type, Vendor, Product Label, Component, Technology, and Region - Global Forecast to 2021" report to their offering. The global automotive e-tailing market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.53% during the forecast ... Continue reading
2017 Washington Auto Show: Dinesh Paliwal Connected Car Technology Keynoter
Dec 16, 2016
World Leader in Connected Car Technology to Keynote 2017 Washington Auto Show Public Policy Day Dinesh Paliwal, CEO of HARMAN, sets stage for innovation Washington, DC, December 12. 2016 -- Dinesh Paliwal, chairman, president and CEO of HARMAN, will deliver the annual industry keynote address at the 2017 Washington Aut ... Continue reading
Germany Reportedly To Invest $265 Million To Support H2 Vehicles In Germany
Dec 14, 2016
Germany Reportedly To Invest $265 Million To Support H2 Vehicles In Germany ... Continue reading
Dec 14, 2016
San Francisco December 13, 2016; Alexandria Sage writing for Reuters reported that Alphabet Inc's Google self-driving car project will become an independent entity within the technology company called Waymo, executives said on Tuesday, signaling a willingness to finally monetize its valuable research amid fierce compet ... Continue reading
XL Hybrids Aftermarket Plug-In Hybrid Pickup Truck Upfit
Dec 14, 2016
BOSTON—XL Hybrids, Inc., the leader in connected fleet electrification solutions for commercial and municipal fleets, today announced the launch of the company’s new product line, the XLP™ plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) upfit solution. The XLP™ will be an industry-first Fleet-Ready™ solution offered as a ship- ... Continue reading
Letter From Europe December 2016: Infiniti Q60 Cubana Ole', F-1 Ford Ferrari, Holiday Greetings
Dec 14, 2016
Letter from Europe Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Chnanel NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: First of all, Happy Holiday's, this is my 25th holiday month with The Auto Channel and 20th year of sharing my Letter From Europe with millions of fellow TACH'ers. Lots has changed in the past 25 years but more has stayed the ... Continue reading
Dec 13, 2016
BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Dec. 13, 2016 -- The U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has awarded LiquidPiston Inc. $2.5 million to continue development of a new, patented, high-efficiency, lighter-weight rotary engine. ... Continue reading
Wards 10 Best Engines List for 2017 Includes New 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 Hybrid Propulsion System
Dec 12, 2016
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 12, 2016 -- New propulsion system from FCA US LLC powers the most fuel-efficient minivan ever – the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid eFlite electrically variable transmission is key to benchmark efficiency of all-new hybrid minivan Pacifica Hybrid delivers 84 MPGe fuel economy rating in electri ... Continue reading
2016 CES - Don't Be Fooled By Robot Car Hype At CES Gadget Show, Consumer Watchdog Warns
Dec 11, 2016
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 6, 2016-- Consumers and regulators should not be fooled by the autonomous vehicle hype coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Consumer Watchdog warned today. "Robot car advocates are putting a glitzy spin on their 'autonomous' technologies," said John M. Simpson, Consumer W ... Continue reading
Dec 11, 2016
TOKYO, Dec, 07 2016; Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd. today announced that its automotive mono tube shock absorber is being used on all models of Toyota Motor Corporation's Lexus IS series which were released in October, 2016 as minor change models. ... Continue reading
Axalta Coating Systems Returns as Presenting Sponsor of 2017 Detroit Auto Show Charity Preview
Dec 9, 2016
Axalta will unveil its Automotive Color of the Year 2017 during NAIAS preview week. Pictured is Axalta's 2016's Color of the Year, Brilliant Blue. ... Continue reading
Dec 8, 2016
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.—Axalta Coating Systems , a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, today released its Global Automotive 2016 Color Popularity Report which confirms a continued global preeminence by white, while hints of colorful hues enliven traditional neutral colors to bring color back into t ... Continue reading
Toyota Develops TNGA-based Powertrain Units
Dec 6, 2016
Toyota Develops TNGA-based Powertrain Units for Smooth, Responsive, 'As Desired' Driving New Engines and Transmissions and Improved Hybrid Systems Also Reduce Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions Fundamental vehicle performance thoroughly reviewed in pursuit of better driving performance and better environmental performa ... Continue reading
Dec 5, 2016
In another web first, The Auto Channel makes it easier for new vehicle researchers to pare through the thousands of vehicles by body style, trim levels, prices, hundreds of specs, dimensions, capacities and now your choice of transmission type, manual, CVT and automatic. ... Continue reading
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