Automakers: Page 147
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VW Launching Jetta As Standalone Brand in China
Set to operate exclusively in China, Jetta plans to offer a range of models targeted primarily at younger car buyers outside major metropolitan areas.
By Greg Kable • March 1, 2019 -
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New Polestar 2 Revealed as Tesla Model 3 Rival
Despite suggesting the Polestar 2 is the first EV to challenge the Model 3 in the marketplace, Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath says: “We are not saying it’s a Tesla killer. We are here to vividly compete with them.”
By Greg Kable • March 1, 2019 -
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TrendlineArtificial Intelligence
Automakers and dealers alike are increasingly seeing the use case for AI within their operations. Explore some use cases in this trendline.
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Mercedes-Benz Refreshes Popular GLC CUV
While Mercedes-Benz confirms European markets will receive new mild-hybrid gasoline units and a new-generation diesel engine, the U.S.-market-facelifted GLC comes with an updated turbocharged 2.0L gasoline 4-cyl.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 28, 2019 -
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Peugeot Confirms Plans to Return to North America
PSA Group Chairman Carlos Tavares confirms initial Peugeot models for the U.S. are to be imported from China and Europe but does not identify specific models. He says a definitive start date will depend on what happens with the ongoing threat of a trade war.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 27, 2019 -
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Mercedes Reigns Over Thai Luxury Segment
The automaker reported record sales of 15,785 units in Thailand in 2018, up 9% year-on-year, and remained the country's leading luxury brand with a market share exceeding 50%.
By Edd Ellison • Feb. 27, 2019 -
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Porsche Going Electric-Only With Macan CUV
Set for introduction in 2021, the new midsize CUV will become the third electric model sold by Porsche, following the Taycan due out later this year and the Taycan Sport Turismo going on sale in 2020.
Feb. 27, 2019 -
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Mercedes Lifts Veil on GLE53 Performance SUV
The new range-topping GLE model is the latest in a growing number of AMG models to receive the Mercedes-Benz performance division’s mild-hybrid drivetrain first seen in the CLS53.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 27, 2019 -
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FCA Announces $4.5 Billion in Michigan Investments
The investment program will introduce two Jeep-branded “white space” products: an all-new, 3-row fullsize SUV, along with the Jeep Wagoneer/Grand Wagoneer. FCA tells Wards the latter two products are due on the market in early 2021.
Feb. 26, 2019 -
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Toyota Sees Corolla Down But Not Out
Despite offering a redesigned model, sales of Toyota’s compact 4-door are expected to decline. However, the automaker hopes to grab share as the segment contracts.
Feb. 26, 2019 -
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Volkswagen Shuffles Management Responsibilities
Among the changes made public Monday by the German automaker is the creation of a new Digital Car and Services division that will act as a software competence center.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 26, 2019 -
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Plans for Electric Maserati Sports Car Take Shape
The 2-seater, based on the earlier Alfieri concept, will see pilot production next year with customer deliveries in North America likely in early 2021.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 22, 2019 -
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RAV4 in Spotlight on Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart
In first place for the week of Feb. 11 is a Toyota spot showing a group of friends going from restaurant to restaurant in the ’19 RAV4, intent on challenging their taste buds. The RAV4 also appears in the fourth-place finisher.
Feb. 21, 2019 -
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Toyota Thailand Edges Toward Electrification
Toyota doesn’t see the Thai market as being ready for battery-electric vehicles because of the scarcity of charging stations. The automaker for now is focusing on plug-in hybrids, which are being offered government incentives albeit at a lower rate than BEVs.
By Edd Ellison • Feb. 20, 2019 -
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Mercedes Updates AMG Performance Division’s SL
Set to make its public debut at the upcoming 2019 Geneva auto show, the SL Grand Edition is planned to go on sale in the U.S. next month.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 20, 2019 -
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Mercedes-Benz Reveals Celebratory SLC Final Edition
Mercedes-Benz’s decision to discontinue the SLC roadster comes after falling sales and dwindling profits in the premium roadster segment.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 20, 2019 -
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Honda to Shutter Civic Plants in U.K., Turkey
Honda Motor Europe President Katsushi Inoue says it is vital that Honda accelerate its electrification strategy and restructure global operations accordingly.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 19, 2019 -
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GM Refreshes 2020 GMC Acadia
The ’20 Acadia will arrive at U.S. dealers in the fall with a newly available 2.0L turbocharged gasoline 4-cyl. offering 230 hp and 258 lb.-ft. (350 Nm) of torque.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 18, 2019 -
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New Passat to Offer Partially Automated Driving
The eighth-generation Passat makes its debut at the Geneva auto show. The market launch will take place in September in Germany.
By Alan Harman • Feb. 15, 2019 -
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Skoda Sketches Out Designs for New Urban CUV
Dubbed the Škoda Kamiq, design sketches hint at a muscular SUV-inspired profile but with clear aspirations toward the city driver rather than for the off-road enthusiast.
By Paul Myles • Feb. 14, 2019 -
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Toyota Leads Most-Seen Auto Ads Ranking
In the top ad for the week of Feb. 4, Toyota illuminates the world of “what-ifs” with its commercial for the ’19 RAV4, in which a couple makes every effort to stretch out their time together through a series of adventures.
Feb. 13, 2019 -
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BMW’s M Division Unveils Quick New X3M, X4M
A newly developed 6-cyl. engine underpins the new, U.S.-made performance SUV duo.
By Greg Kable • Feb. 13, 2019 -
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Cadillac Chief: ‘Drop the Puck’
The GM luxury brand, which has been in a constant state of rebuild for nearly two decades, swapped leadership last year with longtime company executive Steve Carlisle replacing former Audi and Infiniti chief Johan de Nysschen.
By James M. Amend • Feb. 11, 2019 -
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2019 VW Jetta GLI Gets Closer to Its Golf GTI Cousin
The sixth-generation performance sedan “has the heart and soul” of a Golf GTI, VW says.
By Steven Finlay • Feb. 8, 2019 -
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Formerly of BMW, Biermann Wears Many Hats at Hyundai
The Kia Stinger, Genesis G70 and the new Hyundai N performance brand are among the fruits of Albert Biermann’s work for Hyundai. He was recently promoted to run all R&D and testing – including crash, durability and electrification – for the company.
By Gary Witzenburg • Feb. 8, 2019 -
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2020 Toyota Tacoma Prepares for More Competitors
At the Chicago Auto Show, Toyota executive Jack Hollis talks to Wards about the midsize pickup segment getting bigger and more competitive.
By Steven Finlay • Feb. 8, 2019
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