Toyota takes car connectivity for a spin in world's biggest testbed
Toyota is teaming with the city of Ann Arbor, Mich., to get a jumpstart on testing the car connectivity system the Japanese carmaker plans to deploy stateside in 2021.
Loaded trim levels from mass-market auto brands create sticker price overlap with high-end marques
Mass-market brands such as Ford, Honda and Kia aren’t luxury players, but the loaded upper trim levels they offer inflate prices to the point where their vehicles end up face to face with high-end brands.
Sonic Automotive revises plan for EchoPark dealerships
Sonic Automotive Inc. is evolving its EchoPark stand-alone used-vehicle brand strategy, including the number of rooftops needed.
Acura unveils tweaked NSX at Monterey Car Week
A freshened Acura NSX debuted during Monterey Car Week festivities with a modified chassis and software tuning along with new tires. It’s available for order and deliveries are expected to begin in October.
Tesla prefers custom chip for autonomous vehicles
Tesla plans to develop a custom chip to power its upcoming autonomous hardware suite. It’s the latest example of the firm’s commitment to vertical integration, meaning it makes a lot of components in its own factories.