Mercedes starts German trial over alleged cheating on diesel tests
Germany’s largest consumer protection group, the VZBZ, is accusing Mercedes of installing cheat devices in its GLK and GLC crossovers.
FTC's proposed rules on car dealer ads, F&I would hurt customers, NIADA says
The independent dealer trade group estimates compliance would require at least $1.4 billion during the next 10 years, “driving up prices for consumers and making the car-buying process longer and more difficult.”
Hyundai plans to build its first South Korean EV factory, union says
The EV factory is seen as vital to Hyundai’s survival as sales of combustion engine vehicles are scheduled to be banned in key markets.
Tesla's German factory is only building black or white Model Y crossovers
Facing a global shortage of semiconductor chips and other supply-chain disruptions, automakers in Europe are offering fewer options for cars so customers can get their new cars quickly.
VW software chief envisions pay-as-you-go autonomy
The automaker is working to build an operating system that is capable of frequent over-the-air updates to enable enhancements such as full autonomous driving for a set distance as a way of getting ahead of Tesla.