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GM Wins Ruling on Ignition Switch Liability
8/8/2019A federal court in New York City has rejected claims that General Motors Co. owners whose cars were equipped with defective ignition switches should be compensated for lost value of their vehicles.
MG Brand Debuts Pickup Truck in Thailand
8/7/2019SAIC Motor Corp. has launched a pickup truck in Thailand under its British MG brand.
Study: Adaptive Cruise Control Can Cut Fuel Usage by 7%
8/7/2019The use of adaptive cruise control (ACC) can reduce fuel consumption by as much as 7%, according to a new study.
FCA Will Avoid EU CO2 Fines in 2019-2020
8/7/2019Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV says a regulatory credit arrangement with Tesla Inc. will enable it to sidestep carbon dioxide emission fines in Europe through 2020.
Report: Dongfeng Motor May Sell PSA Stake
8/7/2019Dongfeng Motor Group reportedly is pondering the sale of some or all of its €2.2 billion ($2.5 billion) stake in PSA Group.
GM to Cut Production in Canada, Mexico
8/7/2019General Motors Co. is temporarily suspending production at SUV/crossover plants in Canada and Mexico to balance inventories of unsold vehicles.
CR: Freezing Fuel Economy Rules will Hike Fuel Costs
8/7/2019The Trump administration’s plan to freeze fuel economy standards after 2020 will cost U.S. consumers more in fuel purchases than it saves them in lower new-car purchase prices, Consumer Reports says.
Ford Tests Dealer Showrooms in Shopping Malls
8/7/2019Ford Motor Co. has begun testing satellite vehicle showrooms in shopping malls.
Toyota Readies Next-Gen ADAS Tech
8/7/2019Toyota Motor Corp. is introducing an updated version of its advanced driver-assist Safety Sense technology in its 2020 models this year.
VW Adds Connectivity, Safety Tech to U.S. Lineup
8/7/2019Volkswagen AG says its 2020-model lineup in the U.S. will include more standard safety features, wi-fi and a new telematics system.