Automakers: Page 96

Porsche’s Propulsion Future Includes Hydrogen, Green Fuel

Porsche has developed a hydrogen-powered internal-combustion engine to replace its gasoline-powered V-8 and a synthetic fuel stock that replaces gasoline.

By David Kiley • Jan. 17, 2023

Microsoft Introduces Solutions from Assembly Line to Metaverse

The company’s technology powers General Motors’ latest vehicle software platform, Mercedes-Benz factories and Fiat’s new virtual showroom.

By Doug Newcomb • Jan. 13, 2023

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Artificial 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

Lexus Dominates Auto TV Ad Impressions Chart With Three Spots

But NFL games helped drive impressions for Chevrolet, which owned the most-seen single auto ad, per iSpot.tv.

By Wards Staff • Jan. 13, 2023

End of EQ at Mercedes-Benz

A German business newspaper reports EQ identification to become redundant as the automaker returns to more traditional model names

By Greg Kable • Jan. 12, 2023

Toyota and Lexus Dealers Expect Sales Surge

Demand continues to outpace inventory in a slow, steady way, says Toyota’s Jack Hollis

By Jim Henry • Jan. 12, 2023

Hyundai Mobis Prioritizes Mobility Platform Over Parts

As part of a new strategy, Korean auto supplier Hyundai Mobis unveils autonomous shuttles with “e-corner” wheels and announces a partnership with Qualcomm.

By Doug Newcomb • Jan. 12, 2023

VW Bringing More EVs to U.S.

The ID.7 is one of 10 new electric models Volkswagen plans to launch globally by 2026, with a goal to deliver suitable products for in every segment.

By Paul A. Eisenstein • Jan. 11, 2023

Stellantis Moves to Manage Battery Material Supply

Stellantis has signed a supply contract with an Australian provider for a key battery ingredient.

By Paul Myles • Jan. 9, 2023

Honda, Sony Intro First JV Car Under Afeela Brand

Honda and Sony are joining forces to create a new brand, Afeela, designed to add “feel” to mobility.

By David Kiley • Jan. 6, 2023

Mercedes-Benz to Launch U.S. Charging Network

The German automaker says it is striving to make electric-vehicle ownership easier and more accessible by setting up its own charging network.

By Greg Kable • Jan. 6, 2023

Nissan Dominates Most-Seen Auto Ads of 2022

If you thought you’d seen a lot of Nissan’s Brie Larson-led spots in 2022, you weren’t the only one.

By Wards Staff • Jan. 6, 2023

BMW Reveals iDrive 9.0

New Android-based operating system eschews iDrive controller in some models, a feature of iDrive in every BMW since 2001.

By Greg Kable • Jan. 5, 2023

BMW Promises to Deliver ‘Digital Emotional Experience’

BMW’s i Vision Dee concept BEV, debuting at CES 2023, points to the digital future of the 3-Series.

By Greg Kable • Jan. 5, 2023

Stellantis Invests in Hydrogen JV Symbio

Stellantis’ buy-in enables Symbio to expand its development by capitalizing on the Franco-American auto company’s leadership in the European and American automotive markets.

By Joseph Szczesny • Jan. 4, 2023

Troubled Times for Tesla

Despite its current financial, legal and regulatory issues, history has shown it is risky to bet against Tesla.

By Paul A. Eisenstein • Jan. 4, 2023

Volkswagen Reveals ID.7 Sedan at CES 2023

Volkswagen’s new electric sedan takes aim at the Hyundai Ioniq 6 with a claimed 435-mile range.

By Greg Kable • Jan. 3, 2023

Is Akio Toyoda Right About Battery-Electric Vehicles?

Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda, a defender of internal-combustion engines, says over-emphasizing a BEV future may not be for the best.

By David Kiley • Jan. 3, 2023

Volvo, Uber Partner on Autonomous Trucks in Texas

Investments in fully autonomous driving for passenger cars have cooled, but they go forward on heavy trucks.

By David Kiley • Dec. 30, 2022

Executive Says Chinese Ownership Gives Volvo More Freedom

Volvo Cars and parent company Geely have expanded use of shared modular EV architectures; enhanced collaboration in autonomous and electric drive technologies; and aimed to jointly procure some components to cut costs.

By Alysha Webb • Dec. 28, 2022

Affordability No.1 Challenge for Car Buyers in 2023, Cox Says

While vehicle availability is still tight, it’s improving. Automakers are gradually solving the computer-chip shortage and other supply-chain issues.

By Jim Henry • Dec. 28, 2022

Ford Expanding Rouge Electric Vehicle Center to Meet Demand

The expansion is meant to increase the center’s annual capacity to 150,000 units of the battery-electric F-150 Lightning pickup when it is finished.

By Joseph Szczesny • Dec. 23, 2022

Audi to End ICE-Powered Vehicle Production by 2033

The automaker says it only will launch new all-electric models from 2026 as part of its Vorsprung 2030 corporate strategy.

By Paul Myles • Dec. 22, 2022

Honda Brings Acura Into BEV Fold With 2024 ZDX

The ’24 Acura ZDX, ZDX Type S performance car use GM-developed Ultium battery.

By David Kiley • Dec. 22, 2022

Styling Distinguishes Four New Hyundai Kona Variants

The Kona compact CUV will be offered with battery-electric, hybrid-electric and internal-combustion powertrains as well as a sporty, ICE-powered N Line.

By Jim Irwin • Dec. 20, 2022

Porsche Reveals New HD Matrix LED Headlamp Technology

The advanced high-beam system sets new standards in lighting for next-generation models, the German automaker says.

By Greg Kable • Dec. 20, 2022