NEWS

Mini Brand Ponders Model Proliferation, Again

7/22/2019

BMW AG’s Mini brand may expand its lineup with new crossover models and two-door hatchbacks.

Hyundai Drops Manual Gearbox on 2 Models

7/22/2019

Hyundai Motor Co. is discontinuing the 6-speed manual transmission option for the Elantra sedan and some variants of the Veloster Turbo sports coupe in the U.S.

BMW Adds 5G at Plants in China

7/22/2019

BMW AG’s joint venture with Brilliance Automotive Group Holdings in China has installed 5G communication networks at all three of its manufacturing facilities.

Volvo to Recall 507,000 Diesels for Fire Risk

7/22/2019

Volvo Car Corp. plans to recall some 507,000 vehicles worldwide whose diesel engines are equipped with a plastic intake manifold that could melt and cause a fire.

Hyundai’s Net Profit Soars 23%

7/22/2019

A richer mix of SUVs gave Hyundai Motor Co. hefty second-quarter gains in revenue and operating profit—and its sharpest jump in net profit in more than seven years.

Prototype EVs Driving from China to Germany

7/22/2019

Two prototype electric SUVs made by Chinese carmaker Aiways have begun a 14,200-km (8,800-mile) test drive from Xian, China, to Frankfurt, Germany.

Lawsuits Target Millions of ZF-TRW Airbag Controllers

7/22/2019

Millions of airbag control modules may fail in a crash and prevent the airbags from deploying, according to two lawsuits that seek class-action status in the U.S.

Korea Will License Ride-Share Services, Drivers

7/19/2019

The South Korean government plans to require that ride-share services obtain taxi licenses, and their drivers hold a taxi driver license.

Citroen Mulls Production Possibilities for Massive Concept Tires

7/19/2019

PSA Group's Citroen unit may adopt oversized tires like those that adorned this year's 19_19 concept electric car on future production vehicles.

Report: BMW to Supply Engines to JLR

7/19/2019

BMW AG is finalizing a deal to supply conventional piston engines to Jaguar Land Rover Ltd., sources tell Autocar.