The smallest Mercedes-Benz will remain the A-class compact, although the Smart brand could expand into subcompacts, Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche said.
8 Japanese automakers to team on basic engine research
A report from Kyodo News cites “industry sources” as saying that Japan’s eight major automakers will partner on basic research into fuel-efficient and eco-friendly engines to minimize the cost of the research.
Cars could drive themselves sooner than expected after European push
Cars could be driving themselves down the world’s streets far sooner than expected, thanks to a change in a global treaty backed by European countries.
JLR taps Schaeffler’s fuel-saving valve system
Jaguar Land Rover will become the second customer after Fiat Chrysler Automobiles for German supplier Schaeffler’s fuel-saving UniAir electrohydraulic variable valve lift system, industry sources have stated.
Hella forms lighting JV in China with BAIC
German supplier Hella Group and state-owned Chinese automaker Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Corp. have agreed to establish a 50-50 joint venture to produce lighting in Beijing.
