JUNE 22, 2017

Nissan Fortifying Autonomous-Driving Position

Speaking to alternative propulsion, Nissan product planning chief Phillipe Klein says the automaker will be ready to match technologies to the value consumers place on them.

As the global leader in the integration of electric drive components and automotive safety, ZF is aiming for a world with zero accidents and emissions . ZF enables vehicles to “See, Think and Act,” creating a safer road environment globally. Vision Zero also relates to emissions. Pollution caused by combustion engines has a significant impact on global warming and air quality.

Chevy Camaro ZL1 1LE Runs Record Lap

The track-focused Camaro with a 6-speed manual transmission mated to its 650-hp supercharged LT4 V-8 engine was 13.56 seconds faster than a ZL1 outfitted with a new 10-speed automatic.

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Kia’s Stonic Breaks Cover Ahead of Korean Sales Launch

The new model joins sister brand Hyundai’s just-launched Kona in an effort to take down the runaway segment-leading Ssangyong Tivoli.

Sources Say Takata to File for Bankruptcy Monday

The automotive supplier, burdened by billions of dollars in liabilities stemming from its defective airbag inflators blamed in at least 16 deaths worldwide, says it has made no decision about filing for bankruptcy.

ZF, Hella Join Forces; Vision Zero Concept Coming

ZF is eager to form partnerships to achieve economies of scale, speed up product development and share competencies. The plug-in Vision Zero concept, to be shown in Frankfurt, incorporates many of ZF’s latest technologies.

Toyota Again Reigns Supreme With Most-Seen TV Ads

The spot, inspired by the fairy tale about the gingerbread man, advertises the ’18 Toyota C-HR as a (naturally) ginger-haired driver speeds through city streets and ends up at an outdoor masquerade party.

U.K. Auto Industry Not Ready to Cut EU Trade Ties

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders wants the U.K. to maintain membership in the single market and customs union until a final agreement on a new relationship with the EU is negotiated and implemented.

Daimler-Owned Ride-Hailing App Expands into Romania

Mytaxi, based in Hamburg, Germany, has acquired Clever Taxi, Romania's top ride-hailing service, as part of its strategy to take on Uber throughout Europe.

Korean Brands Top Performers on J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

Of the 33 brands surveyed, 27 see improvement, including many domestic brands, which overall outperform imports for the second year in a row.

Mega-Store Puts All Three PSA Brands Under One Roof

The site is designed to support a full-year sales target of 4,320 vehicles (3,120 new and 1,200 used) and a volume of 40,000 hours of servicing per year in the brands’ after-sales workshop.

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