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Report: Fuel economy standards for 2025 will save consumers up to $8000Despite today's low fuel prices, consumers continue to rate fuel economy as one of their top criteria when shopping for a new car. That may soon change with new federal fuel economy goals.
Audi A8 variant being considered to compete with Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: reportAudi technical chief Stefan Knirsch spoke in a recent interveiw about how the next-generation A8 could evolve, and the executive suggested that a longer-wheelbase variant could become a reality.
Takata recall expected to climb, announcement expected this weekThough the Takata recall fiasco has fallen out of the headlines in recent weeks, it's about to return in a very big way.
Ford makes a big investment in its software with PivotalBig data meets the auto industry as car companies recognize that the future of their business may lie outside traditional car ownership.
Bentley Bentayga owners to get new Apple Watch appThe app will allow passengers in the new Bentley Bentayga to control the vehicle's seats, audio systems, and climate control, via the vehicle's Bluetooth system.
VW diesel buyback: what did other automakers pay for used vehicles?A look at a few previous buyback programs by other carmakers may provide some clues as to how VW may structure its own buyback program—subject to court approval, of course.
2017 Ford F-150 gets EcoBoost 3.5 V-6, 10-speed autoFord is not only installing the second-generation of the 3.5-liter EcoBoost in the 2017 F-150, but also pairing it with an all-new 10-speed automatic transmission. Today, Ford released more detailed information about both.
What's next for Tesla after Model 3?It won't enter production for almost two years, but the Tesla Model 3 has already made a splash. Where does Tesla go from there?
Fiat Chrysler will build self-driving minivans with GoogleAs part of the partnership, Google’s autonomous car technology, which includes various sensors and complex software systems, will be fully integrated in about 100 Chrysler Pacifica minivans.
How Tesla could keep some tax incentives for the Model 3Tesla is pushing closer to the 200,000-unit cap on sales that triggers a phase-out of the $7,500 Federal tax credit for electric cars. Tesla is a aware of this, though, and may try to do something about it.
2017 Porsche Cayenne gets Platinum special edition trimThe 2017 Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition will start at $66,650, while the Cayenne S E-Hybrid Platinum Edition will set you back $82,650.
Volkswagen and others resist regulations friendly to electric cars in EuropeAfter Dieselgate, VW appeared to shift its tone, emphasizing its electric car models over those that run on fossil fuels. But a new study shows VW and other car makers aren't onboard with new EU fuel economy goals that encourage the adoption of electric vehicles.
VW supports biofuels as an alternative, even as it introduces more electric carsAre there many different ways to reduce the carbon associated with road vehicles? Or are electric vehicles the best and only viable way to proceed? That's the debate at the heart of two different reports on Volkswagen's recent actions in Europe last week.
Dodge Charger, Jeep Cherokee, Chrysler 300 recalled to replace shifterAn earlier investigation of the 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the 2012-2014 Dodge Charger, and the 2012-2014 Chrysler 300 has resulted in a recall to fix a problem with their shifters, which allowed some owners to exit their vehicles without putting them in 'PARK'.
Mini launches new service to help owners rent out their carsMini owners will be able to opt in to a BMW-run network that would make their cars available to registered members, as well as a device that allows users to pay for access to their cars.
EPA orders new tests in light of Mitsubishi's fuel economy fibsLast week, Mitsubishi admitted that it lied about fuel economy stats on 620,000 late-model Japanese vehicles. In light of those misdeeds, the Environmental Protection Agency has ordered Misubishi to conduct new fuel economy tests on its U.S.-market vehicles.
Nissan air bag problems prompts recall of nearly 4 million carsNissan says the cars may have a problem with a sensor that detects if the front passenger seat is occupied and if that passenger is an adult or a child.
Oil-rich Saudi Arabia vows to end its 'addiction to oil'Saudi Arabia is now starting to contemplate a future in which gasoline and diesel now longer power the majority of the world's cars.
China accelerates tougher vehicle emission standardsChina is about to implement much tougher emissions standards—and sooner than carmakers expected.
Ford recalls 285K Explorers, F-150s, and more with transmission, suspension problemsFord issued five recalls today, with most affected vehicles being Ford-model trucks and SUVs. Combined, the recalls affect roughly 285,000 vehicles in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
