More than 57% of Ford Motor Company’s F-150 retail sales so far this year are powered by V6 engines—the highest six-cylinder engine mix in the industry since 1967. Ford expects that trend to continue for the rest of the year.
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Cadillac’s European retail schemes could be adapted for U.S.
After a string of failed efforts, Cadillac is again pursuing a toehold in Europe. But this time it’s approaching the world’s most competitive luxury market with more humble ambitions — and a new retail strategy that, if successful, could be transplanted to its home market as well.
Ferrari horsepower needed for Alfa Romeo brand overhaul
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is turning to the cachet and horsepower of Ferrari as part of its latest effort to transform struggling Alfa Romeo into a profit machine.
Special edition Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X FQ-440 MR announced
Mitsubishi has unveiled a special edition Lancer Evolution X FQ-440 MR, celebrating the brand’s 40th anniversary in the UK.
Alcoa introduces lightest weight heavy-duty truck wheel
Unveiled at the Mid-America Trucking show, Alcoa’s new 40-pound (18 kg) wheel is 47% lighter than steel wheels of the same size. The Ultra ONE can help save up to 1,400 pounds (635 kg) per rig, enabling fleets to carry more goods while meeting stringent federal emissions regulations.
