Aug 18, 2017
SEOUL, South Korea—Hyundai Mobis (KRX:012330) announced on August 17th that it became the first in Korea to develop the Bi-directional On Board Charger (OBC) for electric vehicles, which is key to the implementation of V2G (Vehicle To Grid). V2G refers to using the idle power while plug-in environment-friendly cars, ... Continue reading
Aug 16, 2017
BMW Group, Intel and Mobileye announced today that they have signed a memorandum of understanding with the intention for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) to be the first automaker to join them in developing a world leading, state-of-the-art autonomous driving platform for global deployment. ... Continue reading
Genesis Announces New Google Assistant Compatibilities
Aug 16, 2017
Genesis Connected Services is getting a lot more powerful with the introduction of the Genesis app for the Google Assistant today. ... Continue reading
LAMBORGHINI SUPER TROFEO RACE AT ROAD AMERICA
Aug 10, 2017
The smell of spent racing fuel and the sound of racing engines at full scream greeted us as we crested the knoll inside the historic Road America racetrack where we had an overview of the pits and the surrounding glacial hills of Central Wisconsin. How nostalgic. ... Continue reading
Michelin Celebrates Exceptional Vehicles and Passionate Drives at Monterey Car Week
Aug 8, 2017
MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 8, 2017 -- Michelin is expanding its presence at Monterey Car Week, an event that is renowned as one of the world's most prestigious and exclusive venues for automotive enthusiasts. ... Continue reading
Three New Dashboard Devices for RVs Now From Rand McNally
Aug 8, 2017
SKOKIE, Ill., Aug. 8, 2017 -- Six years after launching the first navigation unit designed specifically for RVers – and pioneering that category – Rand McNally today announced a new line-up of RV devices that go far beyond GPS and navigation. ... Continue reading
Aug 7, 2017
ATLANTA—Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) announced today that it has received approval from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and Department of Veterans Affairs – including State Approving Agencies (SAA) – to become the first luxury automotive manufacturer to offer a Registered Apprenticeship Program in four U.S. state ... Continue reading
FORGELINE CARBON+FORGED SERIES WHEELS NOW IN FULL PRODUCTION
Aug 7, 2017
Forgeline Carbon+Forged wheels are engineered to set entirely new standards of appearance and performance. The super-lightweight carbon fiber barrels utilize a high-density carbon fiber bundle, high-clarity resin system and an unusually large carbon weave pattern to create a rim that is attractive and visually distinct ... Continue reading
Aug 6, 2017
If you are a car and driving fan like we all are here at The Auto Channel, you can easily "catch up" or put this week's auto stories in context by searching the past 25 year's millions of pages of original, manufacturers announcements, automotive news, automotive stories, articles, reviews, archived news, video, audio, ... Continue reading
AUTO LAB RADIO LIVE FROM NYC THIS SATURDAY (AUGUST 5, 2017) MORNING! 7-9 AM
Aug 5, 2017
Car Question or Concern? Call Toll Free 888-692-7234 Auto Lab is a 28 year old interactive automotive-focused New York area radio call-in show hosted by Professor Harold Wolchok. Each week a cadre of experienced hands-on automotive experts are in-studio with advice for the New York area's 12 million people, providing l ... Continue reading
CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS – DAY TWO
Aug 2, 2017
A big topic of conversation continues to be around autonomous and self-driving vehicles, some of which we reported on yesterday with the Continental Automotive- and Magna-supported drive from Detroit to Canada to Traverse City making for the first international drive of automated cars. While most experts think level 4 ... Continue reading
It Pays to Take a Closer Look: Mytyres.co.uk Offers Tips on Buying a Second-Hand Car
Aug 2, 2017
Mytyres.co.uk offers tips on buying a second-hand car (Photo: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Small Preview Thumbnail HANOVER, Germany—When you really want to change cars but don’t have much of a budget, you need to go second-hand. The choice is huge – countless websites and Internet platforms of ... Continue reading
MBS Day One - Computer Upgrades Could Cause Car "End Of Life" Senerio
Aug 1, 2017
Could manufacturers' elimination of long term computer upgrades cause ... Continue reading
CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS – DAY ONE
Aug 1, 2017
By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau The annual gathering of auto industry movers and shakers in pristine northern Michigan is now in its 52nd year. Beginning with barely more than a couple dozen execs at a luxury hotel in downtown Traverse City, the conference now fills the massive Grand Traverse Resort wit ... Continue reading
Jul 25, 2017
"The Car Care Council's website at CarCare.org contains a wealth of auto care resources to help motorists take a proactive role in maintaining their vehicles so they can address any needed maintenance or repairs before hitting the road," said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. ... Continue reading
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