News By Topic: Marc Rauch

Automotive News Digest; Week Ending December 23, 2018; Executive Producer Larry Nutson

Dec 25, 2018

* Respected forecasters at J.D. Power/LMC Automotive, Cox Automotive and Edmunds predict that 2018 auto sales will exceed 17 million units for the fourth consecutive year, exceeding expectations. Credited are: higher fleet deliveries; U.S. tax reform; and Tesla’s rapid ramp-up in production. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Introduces World's First Fingerprint Technology To Open and Start Vehicles

Dec 25, 2018

Hyundai Motor Company announced the world’s first smart fingerprint technology that allows drivers to not only unlock doors but also start the vehicle. Hyundai plans to implement the technology initially in the Santa Fe SUV model that is to be released in select markets in the first quarter of 2019. ... Continue reading

First Look: New and Redesigned Cars for 2019

Dec 24, 2018

Preview CES 2019: Kia Prepares For Post-Autonomous Driving Era

Dec 23, 2018

Kia Motors will preview a range of new technologies developed for the post-autonomous driving era at the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) next month. Kia’s interactive ‘Space of Emotive Driving’ exhibit looks to a future when autonomous driving is the norm and priority is given to improving the human mobility ... Continue reading

Hyundai Wins Three 2018 Good Design Awards

Dec 23, 2018

Hyundai’s 2018 Kona, 2019 Santa Fe, and Le Fil Rouge Concept Car have earned 2018 GOOD DESIGN® Awards from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. The prestigious award honors the worlds of industrial, product and graphic design ... Continue reading

Here's a Bright Idea From Nissan: Testing Paint Samples To Prevent Sun Damage Without The Sun

Dec 21, 2018

On the darkest day of the year Nissan engineers in Michigan are still performing sunlight UV exposure tests thanks to the Xenon Weather-Ometer (XWO) tool that evaluates material durability in different climate conditions. ... Continue reading

AAA Offers Tips to Deter Home Break-Ins During Holiday Getaways

Dec 21, 2018

With a record number of travelers – about one-third of Americans – planning to gather with family and friends this holiday season, AAA East Central is urging homeowners to protect their homes and take steps to deter break-ins before they leave. Slippery steps and falling paint cans are not enough to outwit today's ... Continue reading

Lamborghini Celebrating Successful Launch Year for Super SUV

Dec 20, 2018

2018 was an exceptional and truly momentous year for Lamborghini, full of successes and marked by the introduction of its third model, the Super SUV Urus. This is a vehicle that has opened up a new era for Lamborghini and one that became highly desirable immediately, with orders exceeding even the most optimistic expec ... Continue reading

Entire Genesis Line Earns 2019 Top IIHS Safety Safety Pick+ Rating

Dec 19, 2018

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) today announced Top Safety Pick+ ratings for the entire Genesis model line. The G70 and G80 (when equipped with specific headlights) and G90 sedans – have earned the coveted rating following extensive testing from the organization. ... Continue reading

New Porsche 718 T Delivers Maximum Driving Pleasure

Dec 19, 2018

With the 718 T, Porsche has transferred the puristic design of the 1968 911 T to its range of two-seater sports cars. The new model in the Boxster and Cayman ranges combines the 220 kW (300 PS) turbo four-cylinder flat engine with a particularly emotional Porsche driving experience. ... Continue reading

Mitsubishi Outlander Earns "Top Safety Pick" Rating from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Dec 19, 2018

This marks the sixth consecutive year the Outlander has achieved an IIHS top safety rating. IIHS is an independent, non-profit organization that researches, performs evaluations and assesses safety ratings in crash testing of production vehicles. ... Continue reading

New, Refreshed 2019 Nissan Murano Pricing Announced

Dec 18, 2018

Nissan announced U.S. pricing for the 2019 Nissan Murano, which goes on sale December 20th at Nissan dealers nationwide with a starting MSRP of $31,270 USD2 for the Murano S front-wheel drive model. The 2019 Murano is available in four well-equipped grades Murano S, Murano SV, Murano SL and Murano Platinum. ... Continue reading

Nissan Sets Pricing for New 2019 Maxima in America

Dec 18, 2018

Nissan announced U.S. pricing for the 2019 Nissan Maxima, which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. The iconic Maxima sports sedan enters the 2019 model year with a mid-cycle freshening with a long list of enhancements. ... Continue reading

Pricing for All-New Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe V8 to Start at $136,500

Dec 18, 2018

Mercedes-Benz USA today announced pricing for the V8 variants of the highly anticipated new Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. The Mercedes- AMG GT 63, powered by a handcrafted AMG 4.0-liter V8 biturbo that produces 577 hp and 590 lb-ft peak torque, starts at $136,500*. The more powerful Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S produces 630 hp ... Continue reading

Toyota Releases 2018 North American Environmental Report - Goal to Create a More Sustainable Future for Society

Dec 18, 2018

The Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050 is part of Toyota’s long-term commitment to support and foster a more inclusive and sustainable society. Consisting of six individual challenges, Challenge 2050 addresses the major environmental issues facing the global community, such as climate change, water scarcity, resourc ... Continue reading