Automakers: Page
-
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Lidar, In-House Battery Production in Volvo’s Sights
Volvo’s road map for technology development for the next 10 years already is marked by its partnerships with technology and automotive players including Google, Luminar, Northvolt and NVIDIA working with its in-house software company, Zenseact.
By Paul Myles • June 30, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Porsche Reveals 631-hp Cayenne Turbo GT Midsize CUV
The new model builds off the Cayenne Coupe Turbo with a raft of specific developments already proved at the Nürburgring circuit in Germany, where the Cayenne Turbo GT recently established a new lap record for production-based CUVs.
By Greg Kable • June 29, 2021 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of Kia Corporation
TrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.
By WardsAuto staff -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Lexus Again Leads Most-Seen Auto Ads Ranking
In the top ad for the week of June 14, Lexus encourages car buyers to strive for more – aided by the brand’s RX midsize luxury CUV in the pursuit of that goal.
By Jim Irwin • June 25, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
With Manual Gearbox, Honda Civic Hatches a Good Time
Honda says the versatile, Euro-inspired hatchback comes with an available 6-speed manual transmission mated to either a 158-hp naturally aspirated 2.0L 4-cyl. or a 1.5L turbocharged 4-cyl. rated at 180 hp.
By Tom Murphy • June 24, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Audi Spills Secrets of New RS3
The ’22 model will feature a Magna-produced torque splitter in place of the standard A3’s all-wheel-drive Haldex clutch. The 394-hp sedan is set for North American delivery in early 2022.
By Greg Kable • June 24, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Creature Comforts Abound in All-New ’22 Infiniti QX60
“We’ve enriched the all-new 2022 Infiniti QX60 in ways that our owners asked for,” says Eric Rigaux, Infiniti global head of product strategy. Arriving in North America late this year, the ’22 QX60 features V-6 power and a crafted interior.
By Jim Irwin • June 23, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Volkswagen Using Advanced 3D Printing Process to Make Parts
The new process, called binder jetting, reduces costs and increases productivity because components can weigh only half as much as conventional parts made from sheet steel.
By Paul Myles • June 23, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Jeep Expanding Russian Lineup
In April the automaker began sales of a special Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary Edition. It will be followed in the fourth quarter by the fifth generation of the fullsize Grand Cherokee SUV and updated Compass small CUV.
By Eugene Gerden • June 23, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Acura TLX Type S Sport Sedan Arriving at Dealerships
The Type S is powered by a turbocharged 3.0L DOHC V-6 generating 355 hp and 354 lb.-ft. (480 Nm) of torque. The upcoming ’22 Acura MDX Type S also will use the new engine, which is a candidate for Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems honors.
By Jim Irwin • June 22, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
‘Great Ideas Come from Everywhere,’ Says GM VP-Innovations
GM’s brain trust is impressive, but building all from scratch in-house “is not our mantra,” says Pamela Fletcher, vice president-innovation.
By Steve Finlay • June 22, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Farley Bullish on Ford Q2 Results Despite Chip Shortage
The reaction to the introduction of the battery-electric Ford F-150 Lightning has been overwhelming and is likely to mark a turning point in the broader acceptance of BEVs, Ford CEO Jim Farley says during an investors conference.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 21, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Lexus Moves to Top of Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart
The first-place ad for the week of June 7 features the Lexus RX. The ad, which focuses on car buyers who strive to get more out of their lives, scored well for its “cinematic” aspects, according to Ace Metrix Creative Assessment survey data from iSpot.
By Jim Irwin • June 18, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Volkswagen, Daimler Join Lithium-Management Partnership
The “Responsible Lithium Partnership” says the world’s largest lithium reserves are located in Chile’s Salar de Atacama. The region’s ecosystem is fragile and there is lack of consensus regarding the impacts and risks of lithium mining in the region.
By Paul Myles • June 18, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
GM Boosts Spending on Electric, Autonomous Vehicles
Paul Jacobson, GM’s chief financial officer, says the automaker expects to pay for the additional investments in EVs from its cash flow, which is being supported by strong demand for the company’s trucks and SUVs powered by internal-combustion engines.
By Joseph Szczesny • June 17, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Hyundai Sets Launch of U.S. BEV Production for 2022
Hyundai Motor Group intends to invest $7.4 billion in the U.S. by 2025. A significant part of that investment is dedicated to starting production of EVs in the country, says José Muñoz, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor North America.
By Jim Henry • June 16, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Survey: Honda, Toyota Have Lowest Service, Warranty Costs
The report finds higher service and warranty costs don’t necessarily mean more problems. A vehicle can have fewer problems than others in its segment but higher overall costs based on the nature of components repaired or replaced, as well as parts and labor expenses.
By Jim Irwin • June 16, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Ford Building Sixth-Gen Bronco After 25-Year Hiatus
Two-door and the first-ever 4-door ’21-model-year Broncos are being shipped to Ford dealerships from the Michigan Assembly Plant, which underwent $750 million in upgrades and added 2,700 jobs – raising total employment to 4,900.
By Jim Irwin • June 15, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Gets Colorful Facelift
While the powertrain options remain the same from 2021, a ’22 AMG GT needn’t look the same as last year’s model. Three new exterior colors and seven new interior shades are available.
By Sebastian Blanco • June 14, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Column
Cadillac Celestiq Roof: New Direction in Automotive
Nanotechnology is being used to not only improve automotive glass but also underpin the EV and auto-emissions-reduction movements while also boosting vehicle safety.
By Joseph Harary • June 14, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
All-New Lexus NX Small CUV Invites Personal Touch
Over-the-air updates, a native navigation system that lives in the cloud for real-time traffic information, user profiles that can move from vehicle to vehicle and a voice interface are among the new features to be found on the optional 14-in. touchscreen.
By Sebastian Blanco • June 12, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Nissan to Unveil New Z Car in NYC
The new Z is expected be powered by a twin-turbo V-6 and should be available with a manual transmission.
By Chris Teague • June 11, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Toyota Takes Wraps Off ’22 Models
Toyota rolled out trucks, hybrids and special editions for its 2022 lineup at last week's media event at its North American headquarters, although the Corolla Cross was the star of the show.
By Sebastian Blanco • June 10, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Nissan Reigns Atop Most-Seen Auto Ad Ranking
The Nissan spot prescribing exactly the sort of car people deserve was No.1 for the week of May 31, holding the top spot for a third straight week and six of the past seven.
By Jim Irwin • June 10, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Hyundai Dodges Chip Shortage, Sets U.S. Sales Records
Hyundai Motor America is trying to work around the industrywide semiconductor chip shortage by trying to keep its focus on the brand’s biggest-selling models, the Tucson and Santa Fe CUVs, and the Elantra sedan, sales chief Randy Parker says.
By Jim Henry • June 9, 2021 -
Courtesy of WardsAuto
Buick Enclave CUV Restyled, Safety Upgraded for ’22
Standard for all ’22 Enclave trims is Buick Driver Confidence Plus, a suite of nine standard active safety features. Only rear park assist was standard on the previous Enclave, Buick says.
By Jim Irwin • June 9, 2021
Previous
