Automotive news

• This looks like the refreshed 2021 Chevy Equinox

  16-01-2020 23:20
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chevrolet,Crossover,SUVContinue reading This looks like the refreshed 2021 Chevy Equinox This looks like the refreshed 2021 Chevy Equinox originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 17:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Hyundai and Kia invest $110 million in UK electric van startup Arrival

  16-01-2020 23:15
  
  Filed under:Green,Hyundai,Kia,Commercial Vehicles,Electric,FutureHyundai Motor Coand sister firm Kia Motors Corpare making the investment of 100 million euros (84.34 million pounds) in Arrival Ltd.Founded in 2015 and based in London, Arrival has developed a boxy, futuristic-looking shuttle bus aimed at the commercial delivery market.In a statement, Arrival said it will work with Hyundai and Kia to develop a variety of electric vehicles, initially for the commercial market.Continue reading Hyunda
  
  Read more

• U.S. Army puts Bradley Fighting Vehicle replacement plans on hold

  16-01-2020 22:58
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,MilitaryContinue reading U.S. Army puts Bradley Fighting Vehicle replacement plans on hold U.S. Army puts Bradley Fighting Vehicle replacement plans on hold originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:58:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Forza Horizon 4 update brings a Hummer and a Unimog to The Eliminator

  16-01-2020 22:45
  
  Filed under:Toys/GamesContinue reading Forza Horizon 4 update brings a Hummer and a Unimog to The Eliminator Forza Horizon 4 update brings a Hummer and a Unimog to The Eliminator originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:45:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Volvo will build new U.S. battery plant to help launch electric XC90

  16-01-2020 22:05
  
  Filed under:Green,Plants/Manufacturing,Volvo,Crossover,SUV,ElectricContinue reading Volvo will build new U.S. battery plant to help launch electric XC90 Volvo will build new U.S. battery plant to help launch electric XC90 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• FCA and iPhone maker plan Chinese electric vehicle joint venture

  16-01-2020 20:46
  
  Filed under:Green,Chrysler,Fiat,Green Automakers,ElectricItalian American automaker Fiat Chryslerand Taiwan's Hon Haiplan to set up a joint venture to manufacture electric vehicles and to engage in the business of wirelessly connected vehicles, Hon Hai said on Thursday.Fiat Chrysler (FCA) and Hon Hai are negotiating to set up a 50-50 joint venture, Hon Hai said in a statement.Continue reading FCA and iPhone maker plan Chinese electric vehicle joint venture FCA and iPhone maker plan Chinese elect
  
  Read more

• FCA and Hon Hai plan Chinese electric vehicle joint venture

  16-01-2020 20:46
  
  Filed under:Green,Chrysler,Fiat,Green Automakers,ElectricItalian American automaker Fiat Chryslerand Taiwan's Hon Haiplan to set up a joint venture to manufacture electric vehicles and to engage in the business of wirelessly connected vehicles, Hon Hai said on Thursday.Fiat Chrysler (FCA) and Hon Hai are negotiating to set up a 50-50 joint venture, Hon Hai said in a statement.Continue reading FCA and Hon Hai plan Chinese electric vehicle joint venture FCA and Hon Hai plan Chinese electric vehicl
  
  Read more

• Next-gen Nissan Z to feature heritage-inspired design, sources say

  16-01-2020 20:20
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Nissan,Coupe,Future,PerformanceContinue reading Next-gen Nissan Z to feature heritage-inspired design, sources say Next-gen Nissan Z to feature heritage-inspired design, sources say originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• 240Z inspires next Nissan Z styling, packs twin-turbo V6

  16-01-2020 20:20
  
  Filed under:Design/Style,Nissan,Coupe,Future,PerformanceContinue reading 240Z inspires next Nissan Z styling, packs twin-turbo V6 240Z inspires next Nissan Z styling, packs twin-turbo V6 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• These are the cars that owners are most likely to keep a long time

  16-01-2020 20:05
  
  Filed under:Honda,Subaru,Toyota,Car Buying,Used Car Buying,Ownership,Truck,Crossover,Minivan/Van,SUV,sedanContinue reading These are the cars that owners are most likely to keep a long time These are the cars that owners are most likely to keep a long time originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:05:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• The Chevrolet Bolt is headed to China as a Buick SUV

  16-01-2020 19:50
  
  Filed under:Green,Green,Spy Photos,Buick,Chevrolet,GM,ElectricContinue reading The Chevrolet Bolt is headed to China as a Buick SUV The Chevrolet Bolt is headed to China as a Buick SUV originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Autoblog is Live: Playing Dirt Rally 2.0

  16-01-2020 19:50
  
  Filed under:Affiliate Posts,Videos,Original VideoWe're playing F1 2019 today.Continue reading Autoblog is Live: Playing Dirt Rally 2.0 Autoblog is Live: Playing Dirt Rally 2.0 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:50:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• TOM'S wonderfully weird Toyota Supra and Century hit Japan

  16-01-2020 19:35
  
  Filed under:Tokyo Auto Salon,Toyota,Coupe,Hybrid,Luxury,Specialty,Performance,sedanContinue reading TOM'S wonderfully weird Toyota Supra and Century hit Japan TOM'S wonderfully weird Toyota Supra and Century hit Japan originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:35:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Jaguar Land Rover proposes seats that scientifically massage your butt, for your health

  16-01-2020 19:20
  
  Filed under:Technology,Jaguar,Land Rover,LuxuryContinue reading Jaguar Land Rover proposes seats that scientifically massage your butt, for your health Jaguar Land Rover proposes seats that scientifically massage your butt, for your health originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:20:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Infiniti QX55 spied for the first time looking sleek

  16-01-2020 19:06
  
  Filed under:Spy Photos,Infiniti,Crossover,LuxuryContinue reading Infiniti QX55 spied for the first time looking sleek Infiniti QX55 spied for the first time looking sleek originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:06:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Tesla plans China design and research center

  16-01-2020 18:40
  
  Filed under:Plants/Manufacturing,TeslaU.S. electric car maker Tesla plans to open a design and research center in China to make "Chinese-style" vehicles, the company said in a recruitment notice on its official WeChat account."In order to achieve a shift of 'Made in China' to 'Designed in China', Tesla's CEO Elon Musk has proposed a very cool thing - set up a design and research center in China," it read.Continue reading Tesla plans China design and research center Tesla plans China design and r
  
  Read more

• Toyota invests $394M in all-electric flying car startup Joby Aviation

  16-01-2020 18:11
  
  Filed under:Green,Toyota,Transportation Alternatives,Electric,SpecialtyContinue reading Toyota invests $394M in all-electric flying car startup Joby Aviation Toyota invests $394M in all-electric flying car startup Joby Aviation originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 12:11:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• C8 Chevy Corvette Z06 to get rear wing bigger than ZR1's?

  16-01-2020 17:30
  
  Filed under:Rumormill,Chevrolet,Coupe,Future,Luxury,PerformanceContinue reading C8 Chevy Corvette Z06 to get rear wing bigger than ZR1's? C8 Chevy Corvette Z06 to get rear wing bigger than ZR1's? originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 11:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Limited Drivers' Notes | Black gold

  16-01-2020 17:01
  
  Filed under:Reviews,RAM,Quick Spins,New Car Reviews,Truck,Luxury,Off-RoadContinue reading 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Limited Drivers' Notes | Black gold 2020 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Limited Drivers' Notes | Black gold originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 11:01:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Hendrick Motorsports Track Attack is a custom, NASCAR-derived race car

  16-01-2020 16:15
  
  Filed under:Motorsports,Coupe,Racing,PerformanceContinue reading Hendrick Motorsports Track Attack is a custom, NASCAR-derived race car Hendrick Motorsports Track Attack is a custom, NASCAR-derived race car originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 10:15:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Carlos Ghosn's lawyers in Japan quit after client's flight to Lebanon

  16-01-2020 16:04
  
  Filed under:Government/Legal,Mitsubishi,Nissan,RenaultOne of the Japanese lawyers for former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn has stepped down from that job after his client fled the country.Junichiro Hironaka had been representing Ghosn in his defense against financial misconduct charges.Hironaka said in a statement that the entire team working on the case at his office will quit but did not outline reasons.Continue reading Carlos Ghosn's lawyers in Japan quit after client's flight to Lebanon Carlo
  
  Read more

• PSA Group's sales slump 10% in 2019 after record-setting 2018

  16-01-2020 15:45
  
  Filed under:By the Numbers,Car Buying,Citroen,Opel,Peugeot,VauxhallFrench carmaker PSA Groupsaid on Thursday global sales fell 10% last year to 3.49 million units, compared with a record 3.88 million in 2018, as it suffered from declining volumes in China, the Middle East and Africa.In its European home market, Paris-based PSA's sales declined by 2.5% in 2019 to 3.11 million vehicles, with its Opel-Vauxhall brand suffering the steepest fall, down 6.4%.In Europe, helped by an increase in sales of
  
  Read more

• Lamborghini set an all-time sales record in 2019

  16-01-2020 15:29
  
  Filed under:Lamborghini,SUV,Luxury,PerformanceContinue reading Lamborghini set an all-time sales record in 2019 Lamborghini set an all-time sales record in 2019 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 09:29:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• New car sales in Europe up 21.4% in December

  16-01-2020 15:25
  
  Filed under:Car BuyingContinue reading New car sales in Europe up 21.4% in December New car sales in Europe up 21.4% in December originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 09:25:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Volkswagen bringing next-generation Golf GTI to Geneva

  16-01-2020 15:23
  
  Filed under:Geneva Motor Show,Volkswagen,Hatchback,PerformanceContinue reading Volkswagen bringing next-generation Golf GTI to Geneva Volkswagen bringing next-generation Golf GTI to Geneva originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 09:23:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• New Alpine A110 S 2020 review

  16-01-2020 15:20
  
  Image 1 of 22
  Image 1 of 22 17 Jan, 2020 8:00amJonathan Burn
  We drive the new Alpine A110 S in the UK to see if the sharper version of our favourite coupe is even betterRarely does a new car from a new (or in this case, revitalised) brand come along and give the established big-hitters a serious run for their money, but the Alpine A110 is one of those cars. The fact it’s the current Auto Express Coupe of the Year goes to show you how highly we rate it.
  Not quite satisfied, the French firm
  
  Read more

• CEO says VW needs to avoid becoming another Nokia

  16-01-2020 15:18
  
  Volkswagen chief executive Herbert Diess has said the automaker needs to accelerate its transformation to avoid becoming another Nokia, the mobile phone maker which lost its dominance to Apple.
  
  Read more

• CES - The pivotal role of 5G on the pathway to AD

  16-01-2020 15:06
  Superfast 5G is set to play a pivotal role as automakers seek to integrate vehicles into the Internet of Things. But it also represents a paradigm shift for V2X technologies on the road to autonomous driving. Continuing our series of interviews at CES, we sat down with Vishnu Sundaram, vice president, Telematics Business Unit, Harman Connected Car to learn more about the opportunities that this high-speed network offers the automotive industry and what difference it could make to the motorist.
  
  Read more

• CES - Harman on the next chapter for driving

  16-01-2020 15:01
  It is almost three years since Harman International became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics. The pair used the most recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to reveal a variety of novel connected car solutions that support their joint mission to become the leader in connectivity and autonomous driving: connecting the lives of people, whether at home, on the go, or together in the car. Continuing our series of interviews at CES, we sat down with Mike Peters, executive vice president
  
  Read more

• Fisker fills in more details on the electric Ocean crossover

  16-01-2020 14:59
  
  Filed under:Green,Fisker,Crossover,Electric,Future,LuxuryContinue reading Fisker fills in more details on the electric Ocean crossover Fisker fills in more details on the electric Ocean crossover originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 08:59:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• CES - Harman on using the cloud to deliver hyper-personalisation

  16-01-2020 14:54
  Harman, a Samsung Electronics-owned unit, used the 2020 CES to reveal a network of cloud-based applications and services to provide a tailor-made connected vehicle experience. To learn more, we caught up with David Slump, President Connected Service Division, Harman.
  
  Read more

• The weird, wacky, colorful and just plain rad of Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale

  16-01-2020 14:40
  
  Filed under:Auctions,ClassicsContinue reading The weird, wacky, colorful and just plain rad of Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale The weird, wacky, colorful and just plain rad of Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 08:40:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• CES - Harman on the CASE for user centric audio experiences

  16-01-2020 14:39
  Harman used the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas to launch its latest technologies to the consumer and automotive sectors. We caught up with Bill Wyman, Harman's vice president of global marketing for Car Audio, to learn more about its showcase and latest trends in the car audio market place.
  
  Read more

• Winter weather gear to keep you prepared on the road

  16-01-2020 14:30
  
  Filed under:Affiliate Posts,Ownership,Safety,Parts and AccessoriesContinue reading Winter weather gear to keep you prepared on the road Winter weather gear to keep you prepared on the road originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 16 Jan 2020 08:30:00 EST.Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink |  Email this | Comments
  
  Read more

• Renault chairman dismisses reports Nissan wants to split from alliance

  16-01-2020 14:29
  
  Filed under:Mitsubishi,Nissan,RenaultRenaultChairman Jean-Dominique Senard said on Thursday there was a "real desire" within the top ranks of both companies for its alliance with Nissan to succeed, dismissing suggestions the partnership was on the rocks.Turmoil within the Franco-Japanese alliance, long dogged by internal rivalries, deepened following the November 2018 arrest in Tokyo of its architect and long-time boss Carlos Ghosn on charges of financial crimes, which he denies.Attempts to rest
  
  Read more

• Harman VP on sensor fusion, driver monitoring and scouting for start-ups at CES

  16-01-2020 14:29
  Combined with Samsung's sensor, camera and consumer experience, Harman is enabling automakers to implement a new generation of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). To learn more, we caught up with Bernhard Pirki, Vice President, ADAS, Harman at the 2020 CES.
  
  Read more

• CES - Harman harnesses 5G to drive growth

  16-01-2020 14:23
  Not so long ago, the consumer electronics show (CES) was the place to exhibit the latest in computers, mobile devices and other home electronic gadgets. It still is although the accent is changing. Every year, this Las Vegas tech fest attracts a rising tide of automakers and suppliers who have been working overtime to turn cars into upgradeable, revenue-generating machines.Harman, a unit of Samsung Electronics, had a big presence at the CES last week, taking over a slice of the Hard Rock Hotel t
  
  Read more

• Mild-hybrid BMW 3 Series, X3 and X4 set for 2020 launch

  16-01-2020 14:15
  
  BMW has confirmed its 48-volt mild-hybrid technology will be available on its mid-sized models from summer
  
  Read more

• New BMW 3 Series mild-hybrid system launched

  16-01-2020 14:03
  
  Andrew Norris2020-01-16 13:15
  BMW introduces a raft of changes to its range including a 48-volt mild hybrid system in the 3 SeriesBMW has launched new engine options across the 1 Series and 3 Series model ranges that will be available to order in April. 
  The big news is the arrival of a mild hybrid system to the 3 Series saloon and Touring estate as well as the X3 and X4 SUVs. The 48-volt system uses a starter generator and an additional battery that provide an extra 11bhp to boost performa
  
  Read more

• Ford Focus ST Estate: long-term test review

  16-01-2020 12:57
  
  Image 1 of 24
  Image 1 of 24 19 Jan, 2020 3:00pmJohn McIlroy
  First Report: We do the maths and our sporty Ford Focus ST Estate all adds up so farMileage: 4,800
  Economy: 37.4mpg
  I’m not a smoker, but I am partial to the odd bit of back-of-a-fag-packet maths. And getting the keys to our new Ford Focus ST Estate had me scurrying for the spec sheets, tape measure and calculator.
  The Focus is a relatively rare thing in the hot hatchback class in being offered not only as a conventional five-door
  
  Read more

• Mahindra seeks additional financing for Ssangyong

  16-01-2020 12:39
  
  Mahindra & Mahindra's managing director Pawan Goenka is in South Korea this week to help secure funding for its struggling subsidiary Ssangyong Motor.
  
  Read more

• Hyundai Mobis to step up technology investments

  16-01-2020 12:24
  
  South Korea's leading auto parts manufacturer Hyundai Mobis expected to increase its cash holdings to KRW9 trillion (US$7.8bn) over the next three years to fund its investment in future vehicle technologies, a company executive said.
  
  Read more

• EIB EUR20m backing for Ames Hungary and Spain expansion

  16-01-2020 11:45
  
  Europe's Investment Bank (EIB) is to finance the innovation strategy of Ames Group, a company which manufactures sintered components primarily for the automotive industry. 
  
  Read more

• Freudenberg secures Filc acquisition anti-trust approval

  16-01-2020 11:39
  
  Freudenberg has acquired 100% of Filc shares following Austrian antitrust approval.
  
  Read more

• Tesla to build R&D centre in China

  16-01-2020 11:36
  
  Tesla said it plans to establish an R&D centre in China to support its newly opened vehicle production plant in Shanghai.
  
  Read more

• Hyundai, Kia invest in Arrival to co-develop electric commercial vehicles

  16-01-2020 11:12
  
  Hyundai-Kia has announced a strategic investment of EUR100m (USD110m) in a new partnership with Arrival, a UK-based electric vehicle startup.
  
  Read more

• PSA 2019 sales down 10% to 3.5m vehicles

  16-01-2020 11:10
  
  PSA has recorded 2019 total consolidated world sales down 10% to 3.49m vehicles.
  
  Read more

• Kia Plan S targets 500k global EV sales by 2025

  16-01-2020 10:56
  Kia Motors this week announced details of its Plan S mid to long term strategy aimed at establishing leadership in key growth segments of the automotive industry, including powertrain electrification, mobility services, connectivity and autonomous driving.
  
  Read more

• PSA will avoid EU CO2 fines in 2020 - Citroen CEO

  16-01-2020 10:48
  
  Groupe PSA is in a position to avoid EU penalties that would arise from exceeding tougher company fleet average CO2 targets in 2020, according to Citroen CEO Linda Jackson.
  
  Read more

• Hankook Europe appoints Sanghoon Lee as COO and president

  16-01-2020 10:00
  
  Hankook Tyre Europe has appointed Sanghoon Lee COO and president, succeeding Han-Jun Kim, who will take on new responsibilities within the Group.
  
  Read more

Follow @AutomotiveNewsl on Twitter!