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Jul
9th

First real-world look at how drivers interact with autonomous technology

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NHTSA's investigation into the fatal crash of a Tesla Model S is its first opportunity to get a real-world reading on how automated-driving technology works in the field, and how drivers interact with it.
Jul
9th

Minicars get boost from Italy rebound

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European minicar sales #8211; especially at Fiat Chrysler -- are getting a lift from the continuing economic rebound in Italy, which is the top market for the region's smallest, most affordable vehicles.
Jul
9th

Hyperloop, flying cars part of Slovakia’s startup craze

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A company developing flying cars and a firm working on high-speed travel are just two of the startups popping up in Slovakia as entrepreneurs trained abroad return to their homeland to take advantage of cheap land and skilled workers to develop...
Jul
9th

Tesla probe is new territory for NHTSA

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NHTSA's investigation into the fatal crash of a Tesla Model S is its first opportunity to get a real-world reading on how automated-driving technology works in the field, and how drivers interact with it.
Jul
8th

NTSB to scrutinize driver automation with probe of Tesla crash

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While NHTSA conducts a review of a fatal May 7 accident involving a Tesla Model S operating in AutoPilot mode, the National Transportation Safety Board signaled Friday it wants to take a more comprehensive look at whether the crash reveals any...
Jul
8th

VW headquarters searched for World War II bombs

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The headquarters of Volkswagen were being searched by explosive disposal experts on Friday after construction workers found signs of potentially unexploded bombs dating from the Second World War.
Jul
8th

In Dallas, a somber Friday for dealers

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The showroom doors and service bays were open at dealerships throughout Dallas on Friday, although it was anything but business as usual following the shooting deaths of five police officers late Thursday during a downtown protest against recent...
Jul
8th

Pickups, vans lift overall used-vehicle prices

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Strong truck prices offset weak car prices and lifted overall used vehicle prices to their highest level in more than four years in June, according to the monthly Manheim index.
Jul
8th

Takata said to contact up to 20 possible bidders to speed sale

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Takata, stricken by an airbag scandal that has forced it to seek investors, is reaching out to as many as 20 possible buyers in an effort to narrow down a list of suitors, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
Jul
8th

Toyota’s lighter, trimmer ’18 Camry takes shape

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New spy photos suggest that the redesigned 2018 Toyota Camry will be more rakish, with a noticeable lip on the rear deck and new side mirrors.
Jul
8th

New Toyota Yaris Orange Edition brightens up the range

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Toyota Yaris Orange Edition
News 8 Jul, 2016

The future will indeed be orange, if you buy Toyota’s new Yaris Orange Edition priced from £15k.

Jul
8th

GM/NASA robot glove finds automaking applications

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Robotic glove technology developed out of a partnership between General Motors and NASA for use on the International Space Station is finding new life on earth in health care, manufacturing and other industrial applications though a licensing agreement between GM and Bioservo Technologies AB, a Swedish medical technology company.
Jul
8th

Summer road trip: how to prepare

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Preparing your car for a summer holiday
Tips & advice 11 Jul, 2016

Make the most of your holidays with our summer car maintenance tips

Jul
8th

Summer road trip – pictures

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Jul
8th

How to prepare your car for your holidays – sponsored

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Preparing your car for a summer holiday
Sponsored 11 Jul, 2016

If you’re driving your car on holiday, take some time to ensure you’re properly prepared to make best use of your time away.

Jul
8th

Brazil sales show stabilising signs

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Brazil's car market shows signs of stabilising after a brutal contraction, which drove sales to the lowest level in a decade during the first half of the year, the national automakers association has said.
Jul
8th

Spanish court says VW Germany liable on emissions, not local affiliates

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Spain's High Court said Volkswagen's parent company, based in Germany, would be liable to answer any charges over emissions fraud, rather than its Spanish affiliates.
Jul
8th

VW weighs battery pacts with Panasonic, LG Chem, report says

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VW may partner with EV battery specialists such as LG Chem or Panasonic as it overhauls its strategy to emerge from diesel emissions violations, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
Jul
8th

Yanfeng Interiors expands in US

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Yanfeng Automotive Interiors is establishing operations in Laurens County, South Carolina. The new development is expected to bring $71 million of new capital investment and lead to the creation of 35 new jobs.
Jul
8th

Opel adds adaptive LED headlamps to Zafira and Mokka

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Opel is adding as an option adaptive forward lighting (AFL) and full LED headlamps to vans and sport utility vehicles in the compact market segment.
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