APRIL 20, 2018

Valens’ High-Speed Answer to Car Connectivity

Automobiles will choke on the data generated by proliferating infotainment features and coming autonomous systems without new high-speed connectivity technology onboard, the Israeli semiconductor company says.

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Porsche Engine Boss Arrested in Dieselgate Probe

“Porsche does not develop or produce any diesel engines or diesel software,” Chairman Oliver Blume says. “The prosecution accuses Porsche was aware impermissible control equipment was installed. We reject this accusation.”

2018 Wards 10 Best Interiors Nominee: Volvo XC40

The 2018 Wards 10 Best Interiors competition is under way, and 40 vehicles are facing close inspection for fit-and-finish, ergonomics, materials, comfort and aesthetics. Today's gallery focuses on the ’19 Volvo XC40, a 5-passenger compact luxury CUV with a sticker price of $45,935. (Photos by Tom Murphy)

Smart Infrastructure May Be Cheapest Driverless Option

Cost may determine if AVs get connected, says May Mobility’s Edwin Olson

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Nissan to Cut Hundreds of Jobs at U.K. Plant as Diesel Demand Slides

Nissan will cut hundreds of jobs at its Sunderland plant, Britain's biggest automotive factory, as it tackles declining demand for diesel models across Europe, a source told Reuters on Friday.

Hyundai Launches Encino Version of Kona in China

Hyundai hopes the Encino will give it a foothold in China’s subcompact CUV market and help reverse a sharp drop in sales there. Korean products continue to be boycotted because of China’s unhappiness with Korea’s deployment of a long-range missile defense system.

GM Korea's Board Delays Decision on Bankruptcy Filing to Monday

The company and its union failed to reach a wage deal by Friday, breaching a deadline previously set by the U.S. automaker to seek bankruptcy protection for the loss-making unit.

Toyota Launches New-Gen Camry Production in Russia

Toyota believes the launch of the new Camry, coupled with increasing demand for the Land Cruiser Prado and Fortuner SUVs, may provide the impetus for growth. The automaker also has high hopes for the C-HR CUV going on sale in Russia later this year.

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