Monthly Archives: March 2014

PSA and Dongfeng may cooperate in Russia, Brazil

PSA and Dongfeng may cooperate in Russia, Brazil

The chairman of China’s Dongfeng Motor Group said cooperation with PSA/Peugeot Citroen is not limited to certain geographical regions, and that Brazil and Russia are possible future areas.

NHTSA missed Cobalt clues

For years, the U.S. government’s auto safety watchdog sent form letters to worried owners of the Chevrolet Cobalt and other General Motors small cars, saying it didn’t have enough information about problems with unexpected stalling to establish a trend or open an investigation.

Volvo introduces new Drive-E powertrain to the V40 for MY 2015 line-up

Volvo introduces new Drive-E powertrain to the V40 for MY 2015 line-up

From May 2014, all new Volvo models will have the option to be built with engines from the new Drive-E powertrain family – offering a world-class blend of drivability and low CO2 emissions.

Walmart showcases WAVE tractor-trailer at MATS; micro-turbine range extended electric vehicle

Walmart-advanced-vehicle-experience-wave-concept-truck

Walmart showcased its Walmart Advanced Vehicle Experience (WAVE) at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, Ky. WAVE is a tractor-trailer combination that features leading edge aerodynamics; an advanced turbine-powered range extending series hybrid powertrain; electrified auxiliary components; and control systems.

David Brown Speedback looks like a modern day Aston Martin DB5

Beginning of this year, a new automotive startup called David Brown Automotive was announced and here is their first vehicle, called Speedback, based on the Jaguar XKR.