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Nov
9th

Trump carves out improbable victory with Rust Belt support

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Donald Trump's come-from-behind victory over Hillary Clinton signals that the state of the U.S. auto industry was clearly on the mind of the American voter.
Nov
9th

Toyota exec Leroy expects Europe sales to get big boost from C-HR

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In the eighteen years since he joined Toyota, Didier Leroy has become one of the automaker's most powerful executives.
Nov
8th

In Michigan and industrial belt, bitterness among working class propelled Trump

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Donald Trump was elected president because he was able to harness the bitterness among working-class voters that had propelled his campaign all along.
Nov
8th

In Michigan and industrial belt, Trump sows bitterness among working class

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Donald Trump was elected president because he was able to harness the bitterness among working-class voters that had propelled his campaign all along.
Nov
8th

Japan’s Usui pleads guilty, to pay $7.2 million for fixing steel part prices in U.S.

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Japanese auto parts maker Usui Kokusai Sangyo Kaisha will plead guilty and pay a $7.2 million fine for fixing the prices of steel tubes sold to carmakers, the Justice Department said.
Nov
8th

Volvo to recall 74,000 U.S. vehicles for seat belt risk

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Volvo is recalling about 74,000 U.S. vehicles for an issue that might cause a seat belt to inadequately restrain passengers in a crash.
Nov
8th

Carmakers eye modest Brazil recovery at low-key Sao Paulo auto show

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The display stands packed with glimmering sheet metal were smaller than usual and all-new models were scarce. Even most forecasts for a recovery in sales were modest, in keeping with the mood as the Sao Paulo auto show opened today.
Nov
8th

Toyota turns to addressable TV to sell the Prius Prime

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As Toyota markets its new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid the automaker is going after a very specific consumer: tech-savvy, knowledge-hungry drivers ages 18-49 with household incomes of $75,000 or more and who tend to be environmentally conscious but...
Nov
8th

Toyota joins Nissan in declaring U.S. market peak

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Japan's two largest carmakers have arrived at the same conclusion: the U.S. auto market that's functioned as a growth engine has run out of gas.
Nov
8th

Tesla buys German engineering firm

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Tesla Motors, which plans to be building half a million electric vehicles a year at its only production plant, has bought Grohmann Engineering. Much of the reason for buying the firm is to tap its expertise in robotics for the production of cars and battery packs at Tesla's existing and future factories.
Nov
8th

Golden Steering Wheel 2016: winners revealed

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News 8 Nov, 2016

Car buyers across Europe vote in the Golden Steering Wheel Awards and these are this year’s winners…

Nov
8th

Ford’s next-gen Explorer expected to grow, spy photos show

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The next-generation Ford Explorer was caught during testing recently on public roads. The vehicle, due out possibly as early as summer 2018, appears to be growing in size.
Nov
8th

EU-Japan FTA on ‘last mile’ – European Commission

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European Commission (EC) officials have added their voices to growing optimism a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) can be concluded with Japan by the end of this year with the automotive sector forming a key plank of Brussels' thinking.
Nov
8th

Golden Steering Wheel winners 2016 – pictures

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Nov
8th

BMW’s UK workers back strike action over pension dispute

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Workers at BMW's Mini and Rolls-Royce car plants in the UK have backed strike action in a consultative ballot over plans by the automaker to move staff to a less generous pension plan.
Nov
8th

Analysts: Projected sales lag, election fallout could worry automakers, suppliers next year

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Between an unhappy electorate, indecisiveness from the Federal Reserve over interest rates and anemic economic growth, automotive analysts are stretching to remain positive as uncertainty grows over whether car sales have peaked.
Nov
8th

Nissan reveals Leaf Black Edition and Micra car sharing plan

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Nissan Leaf Black front right quarter
News 8 Nov, 2016

Black Edition leaf is kitted out with black styling pack. Micra car sharing scheme also revealed

Nov
8th

How to store your car over winter

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Hibernation feature - car cover
Tips & advice 11 Nov, 2016

If you've got a cherished classic you'd rather hibernate over the winter months, here's our handy guide on what you need to do

Nov
8th

American Axle to face new risks, board changes after Metaldyne deal

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American Axle's bold move last week to acquire Metaldyne in a $3.
Nov
8th

After 40 years, Toyota’s Hilux truck has changed a bit

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I recall my first drive in a Toyota Hilux pickup truck, 40 years (ye gods) ago. I was working for a Toyota dealership, in the service department, and a couple of electricians I knew were setting up their own business and needed a pickup, each. With visions of a decent 'finders fee', times two, I persuaded the commercial vehicle sales chief to let me take a demo home to show the boys. The outcome was not good.
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