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US trade secretary says 'hope' is to avoid new auto tariffs

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Nov 04 06:46 AM

After some "very good conversations" with automakers in the European Union, Japan and elsewhere, the United States may not need to impose new tariffs on imported automobiles, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Sunday.   Read more »

Toyota eyes Olympic platform to boost hydrogen tech

Etienne Balmer, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Oct 23 03:17 PM

Toyota showcases its next-generation hydrogen-powered Mirai model at Wednesday's Tokyo Motor Show, but with the technology still lagging behind electric, the Japanese firm is hoping for an Olympic boost. Read more »

Harley-Davidson suspends production of electric motorcycle

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Oct 15 07:46 AM

Harley-Davidson announced on Monday that it had suspended production and delivery of its LiveWire electric motorcycle, which the brand had rolled out as part of a diversification push.   Read more »

Dyson axes development of electric car

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Oct 11 07:53 AM

British electric appliance pioneer James Dyson, famed for his high-tech vacuum cleaners, announced Thursday that he has abandoned a bid to mass-produce electric cars. Read more »

Auto suppliers hit as GM strike in US grinds on

John Biers, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Oct 10 11:22 AM

As the General Motors strike grinds on, more auto suppliers and contractors are sending workers home, adding to the economic drag on Michigan and other US midwestern car manufacturing hubs. Read more »

GM temporarily lays off 6,000 workers in Mexico due to strike

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Oct 02 07:36 AM

General Motors has laid off 6,000 workers in Mexico temporarily due to a US labor strike, which has disrupted production at two plants south of the border manufacturing pickup trucks, the company said Tuesday. Read more »

Moody's downgrades Ford to 'junk' status on weak outlook

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Sep 10 06:58 AM

Moody's downgraded Ford's credit rating to speculative or "junk" status on Monday, citing the company's weak financial outlook as it embarks on an ambitious restructuring.  Read more »

Probe of Tesla crash points to Autopilot 'overreliance'

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Sep 05 07:12 AM

A January 2018 crash involving a Tesla and a firetruck was due to driver inattention and the "Autopilot" system design that allows motorists to disengage, federal investigators said Wednesday.   Read more »

New cars vulnerable to hacks that could leave thousands dead: report

Agence France-Presse
Updated as of Aug 02 08:51 AM

A consumer advocacy group has warned that automakers are rolling out new vehicles increasingly vulnerable to hackers, which could result in thousands of deaths in the event of a mass cyberattack. Read more »

Big restructuring costs hit Ford earnings

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jul 25 07:04 AM

Ford reported a steep decline in second-quarter profits on Wednesday due to large restructuring costs and a disappointing earnings forecast for the year, sending shares sharply lower.   Read more »

Ford to cut 7,000 jobs, 10 pct of global salaried staff

John Biers, Agence France-Presse
Posted at May 21 06:50 AM

Ford plans to cut 7,000 jobs, or 10 percent of its global salaried workforce, as part of a reorganization as it revamps its vehicle offerings, the company said Monday.  Read more »

Review: Netflix’s ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’ is a compelling portrait of ambition and the price of speed

Alcuin Papa
Updated as of May 06 12:58 AM

For the armchair speed demon, the docu series is a blistering and pulse-pounding adrenaline rush that is sure to satisfy anyone’s need for speed. Read more »

Daimler and China's Geely join forces to build next-gen Smart car

Ryland James, Agence France-Presse
Posted at Mar 28 08:08 PM

Mercedes-Benz maker Daimler and Chinese auto giant Geely announced plans Thursday to develop the next generation of electric Smart cars to be made in China in a joint venture. Read more »

We just discovered the real ace up the sleeve of the 2019 Lexus LS Sedan

Vince Pornelos
Updated as of Mar 07 11:34 AM

Thinking of getting the latest Lexus LS? We've put together the ultimate buyer's guide.  Read more »

Malaysia's flying car plan jets into controversy

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Feb 27 04:45 PM

KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia plans to launch a flying car, a minister has said, sparking a flood of mockery in a country with a chequered history when it comes to automotive projects.  Read more »

Vehicle importers see 'modest' growth for automotive industry in 2019

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Feb 21 06:08 PM

MANILA - The Association of Vehicle Importers and Distributors Inc. (AVID) expects to see "modest" growth for the industry in 2019 due to "favorable" macroeconomic conditions and easing inflation, an official said Thursday.  Read more »

Nissan faces SEC probe over executive pay

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jan 28 03:10 PM

The US Securities and Exchange Commission is investigating Nissan over executive pay, the firm said Monday, the latest blow for the auto giant reeling from the arrest of former chairman Carlos Ghosn over alleged financial misconduct. Read more »

Japanese carmakers, electronics firms eye joint venture for electric vehicles

Kyodo News
Posted at Jan 22 07:52 PM

Japan's major auto and battery manufacturers, including Toyota, Honda and Panasonic are considering joint procurement of cobalt, an essential component of batteries for electric vehicles. Read more »

Renault board to replace Ghosn Thursday

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jan 22 07:50 PM

French carmaker Renault said Tuesday that it would hold a board meeting Thursday to name a replacement for its boss Carlos Ghosn, who remains in custody in Japan over alleged financial misconduct. Read more »

Wife of ex-Nissan chief Ghosn slams 'harsh' Japan detention

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jan 14 07:36 AM

The wife of ex-Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn has alleged her husband is being held in "harsh" conditions and subjected to round-the-clock interrogations intended to extract a confession.  Read more »