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Tips & advice 2 Oct, 2019

It’s more than just an automatic, but what is Porsche’s PDK gearbox and how does it work?

The strike at General Motors in the US shows no sign of resolution, although a dialogue between the company and UAW is continuing.

Tips & advice 2 Oct, 2019

Many of Skoda’s most recent models are fitted with SmarkLink, but what is it and what does it do?

The UK government is to submit proposals today to Brussels for new arrangements over the UK's withdrawal from the EU trade bloc on October 31st. They are being described as a 'final' offer by UK government sources, but there is thought to be a willingness to negotiate on the UK side. Time, however, is short, with a meeting of EU ministers - which could potentially agree a new Brexit withdrawal agreement or 'deal' - scheduled for October 11th.

Opinion 2 Oct, 2019

With so many incredible automotive innovations in the industry, it's no wonder that Britain's car bosses are in demand says Steve Fowler

News 2 Oct, 2019

Audi has launched an updated version of the RS 4 Avant, with fresh exterior styling, a subtly revised interior and a 444bhp V6 engine

An industrial accident that resulted in the death of a worker at an Italian Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) plant has resulted in strike action. The death has led to an investigation by magistrates and demands from the labour union for improved safety measures.

The chief executive of VCC and Geely's Lynk & Co division stated on several occasions in recent years that the brand would be selling half a million vehicles annually in 2020. That won't now happen, due to delayed launches in the USA and Europe as well as turbulence in the Chinese market. Nonetheless, what Geely chairman Li Shufu calls his 'disrupter' brand will push ahead with new ways of doing business on three continents.

Nissan is aiming to commercialise the proprietary technique, known as dual-sided dieless forming.

Skoda has launched an online-based voice control system for its Kamiq crossover and Scala brands.

Telogis has developed a platform to provide vehicle location, driver behaviour, navigation, route planning and optimisation, as well as compliance solutions for companies with fleets and mobile workers.

Toyota says it is to establish a 'Joint Research Institute' with China's Tsinghua University.

European Commission (EC) authorities have approved, through the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of Aleris by Novelis.

Johnson Controls has appointed Tomas Brannemo as building solutions EMEALA VP & president.

Tips & advice 2 Oct, 2019

Find out everything you need to know about BMW’s sophisticated BMW Connected Driveinfotainment and connected services suite.

Tips & advice 2 Oct, 2019

The latest Ford cars are fitted with SYNC 3, but what does that mean?

Vulog has released an update to its AiMA platform, with the supplier maintaining it is the first technology provider in the sector to fully support multimodal and multi-city capability.

Tips & advice 2 Oct, 2019

Here’s everything you need to know about Land Rover’s InControl infotainment system