General Motors is increasing its renewable energy use with 3 acres of new solar arrays at two Michigan facilities. The company’s processing center in Swartz Creek and engine plant in Flint will feature 150 kW ground-mount solar arrays expected to generate a combined 400,000 kWh of renewable energy per year to the facilities’ grids. That is equivalent to the annual energy use of 25 homes.
Nissan expects to double sales of the X-Trail in its European markets after giving the latest generation of the mid-sized SUV a less rugged design and a front-wheel-drive option.
Peugeot is celebrating 30th anniversary of the iconic 205 GTi with a special edition 30th anniversary 208 GTi.
In the US Energy Information Administration’s Annual Energy Outlook 2014 Reference case, more-stringent vehicle fuel economy standards contribute to a decline in motor gasoline consumption through 2040.
Audi plans to launch at least four plug-in hybrid cars as it bets on the technology to counter rival BMW’s electric car offensive.
