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Mercedes-Benz pilots high-speed X-ray technology for crash tests
Researchers used high-speed X-ray technology to analyze how vehicle body structures deform in a crash to better protect test dummies.
By Eric Walz • April 5, 2024 -
Stellantis invests in lidar startup SteerLight
The company’s solid-state lidar sensor uses low-cost silicon photonics technology and has no moving parts.
By Eric Walz • April 2, 2024 -
Traffic deaths declined in 2023, but distracted driving remains a danger
The proliferation of infotainment screens in new vehicles adds potential distraction, safety experts say.
By Dan Zukowski • April 2, 2024 -
Auto industry disruptions now ‘controllable’ but still a challenge: AlixPartners
“Although disruptions like the chip shortage may be behind the auto industry, that certainly doesn’t mean life is getting any easier,” said AlixPartners' Mark Wakefield.
By Kalena Thomhave • April 1, 2024 -
Hyundai to invest billions in South Korea to boost EV production
The automaker will also advance the development of software-defined vehicles and other technologies.
By Michael Brady • March 28, 2024 -
GM loses 2 more execs as software shakeup continues
The resignations come just two weeks after the automaker’s software and services head left the company.
By Eric Walz • March 28, 2024 -
Tesla to offer US customers a free 1-month trial of Full Self Driving
Boosting FSD subscriptions could help the automaker generate revenue and overcome dwindling operating margins.
By Eric Walz • March 27, 2024 -
Stellantis invests further in aviation startup Archer
Archer plans to market its first electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft in 2025, which it plans to build at its Georgia factory.
By Eric Walz • March 27, 2024 -
Nissan’s new EV plan aims for significant cost reduction
‘The Arc’ plan includes launching new EVs, manufacturing improvements and the adoption of new technologies to boost global sales.
By Eric Walz , Michael Brady • March 26, 2024 -
Volkswagen, Mobileye expand autonomous driving collaboration
The companies plan to add more advanced autonomous driving features to the automaker’s production vehicles, including its Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini and Porsche brands.
By Eric Walz • March 21, 2024 -
Mercedes-Benz to pilot humanoid robots in its manufacturing facilities
The auto manufacturer plans to use the robots to perform physically demanding or repetitive tasks that are often more hazardous to humans.
By Eric Walz • March 20, 2024 -
IIHS makes top pick safety award tougher for automakers
The changes to the 2024 award criteria are designed to encourage automakers to pursue higher levels of vehicle safety, IIHS said.
By Eric Walz • March 19, 2024 -
Biden administration boosts EV supply chain with $2B lithium loan
The money will fund processing facilities at Lithium Americas’ upcoming Nevada project. General Motors has exclusive purchasing rights to all lithium production for up to 15 years.
By Kate Magill • March 18, 2024 -
Honda, Nissan consider co-developing EVs, AI
The nonbinding agreement could eventually help the companies catch up in the race to develop and go to market with EVs, as both automakers have fallen behind in recent years.
By Michael Brady • March 15, 2024 -
Schaeffler to open $230M Ohio auto manufacturing plant
The Dover facility will produce parts like electric axles for light- and medium-duty vehicles and is expected to be finished by 2025.
By Joelle Anselmo • March 13, 2024 -
Alliance for Automotive Innovation names new safety, technology lobbyist
Sarah Puro previously held senior roles at the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board and the House Committee on Appropriations.
By Eric Walz • March 11, 2024 -
The White House wants to know more about Tesla’s charging standard
As more automakers switch to the EV maker's North American Charging Standard, regulators want to know how it will impact standards for public chargers.
By Michael Brady • March 11, 2024 -
Stellantis invests 5.6B euros in South America
The automaker plans to launch more than 40 new products through 2030, including vehicles powered by “Bio-Hybrid” powertrain technologies.
By Eric Walz • March 11, 2024 -
Stellantis launches ‘Ram Professional’ commercial unit in North America
It's part of the automaker’s effort to boost recurring revenue.
By Eric Walz • March 8, 2024 -
GM, Magna and Wipro to create automotive software marketplace
The platform, dubbed SDVerse, aims to match buyers and sellers of embedded automotive software for software-defined vehicles.
By Michael Brady • March 8, 2024 -
Stellantis made over $200B off its Pro One commercial vehicles business in 2023
The automaker’s Ram brand reached 20% market share in North America’s commercial van segment.
By Eric Walz • March 6, 2024 -
Tesla loses top interior designer to aviation startup Skyryse
Peter Blades oversaw the design of the minimalist interiors in the Model 3 and Model Y.
By Eric Walz • March 6, 2024 -
Toyota to buy EV battery company, ending venture with Panasonic
The automaker expects Primearth EV Energy Co. to help it respond to changes in demand for electrified vehicles.
By Michael Brady • March 6, 2024 -
China’s Xpeng, Volkswagen Group to co-develop EVs
The automakers will jointly develop and source common parts for two China-specific midsize EVs.
By Eric Walz • March 4, 2024 -
IIHS updates moderate overlap front crash test
The new procedure better accounts for differences in rear shoulder belt positions to more accurately reflect safety differences for rear seat passengers.
By Eric Walz • March 4, 2024