Category Archives: General Talk

VW’s Winterkorn plans new strategy called Future Tracks

VW's Winterkorn plans new strategy called Future Tracks

Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn will unveil a new strategy for the automaker called Future Tracks by year end, a German magazine report said.

Toyota Camry tries to shed vanilla reputation

The 2015 Toyota Camry is introduced at the New York International Auto Show, Wednesday, April 16, 2014, in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)
Shaken by the advances of newer, sportier rivals, the Toyota Camry is trying to shed its vanilla reputation.

Suzuki joins fuel-efficiency race with simplified hybrid system

Suzuki said today it will introduce an affordable, simplified gasoline-electric hybrid technology in its cars, joining rivals in the race for fuel efficiency.

Suzuki, which has largely focused on internal combustion engines, said it needs to boost fuel efficiency to survive in a competitive industry.

Subaru 5th-gen AWD Outback with up to 10% fuel economy improvement

Subaru of America, Inc. introduced the 5th-generation 2015 Outback. The 2015 all-wheel drive Outback offers the roomiest interior, most capable chassis and highest fuel-efficiency in the model’s 20-year history.

Mercedes to revive luxury Maybach brand

A covered Maybach luxury car stands at the booth of German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz during preparation work for the IAA in Frankfurt

Daimler is set to revive Maybach, a brand once coveted by oligarchs, rap stars and royals, to woo a growing class of ultra-wealthy clients in Asia and the United States, a person familiar with the company’s plans said.