Writes on manufacturing, model launches and the business behind them.
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Two commercial aircraft came within two miles of each other at Detroit Metro, falling short of the standard separation and prompting an FAA review.
A coupe-inspired variant of the Volkswagen Touareg is reportedly under discussion, targeting the same luxury SUV segment as the BMW X6 and upcoming rivals from Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
Lamborghini has unveiled the Urus concept, a 600hp luxury SUV, at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show, marking the brand’s first SUV since the LM002 and targeting global growth.
Toyota has decided not to produce a convertible version of the Scion FR-S for the United States, citing cost concerns and market positioning for its affordable sports coupe.
Marussia drivers Timo Glock and Charles Pic are reportedly at odds after a contentious qualifying session in Hungary.
General Motors is working on a wireless pedestrian detection system using Wi-Fi Direct, aiming to alert drivers to pedestrians and cyclists carrying compatible smartphones.
Nissan has shelved plans for the R36 GT-R, citing financial pressures, leadership changes and doubts over the business case for a new supercar.
Honda has been named the most reliable used car brand in the UK for the seventh consecutive year, with just a 10 percent annual breakdown rate according to What Car? and Warranty Direct.
Marussia is preparing to conclude that Maria de Villota’s Duxford testing crash was the result of a sequence of mistakes, not a technical failure of the car.
Lotus has introduced a new aerodynamic device on Kimi Raikkonen’s car at the 2012 German Grand Prix, trialling a double DRS concept distinct from the Mercedes design.
SBS Transit has placed a new order for 450 Euro 5 Mercedes-Benz Citaro buses, with deliveries set to begin in autumn 2012 and run through 2015.
Hyundai has revealed a heavily modified Elantra Coupe inspired by The Walking Dead, featuring spiked armour, weaponry and survival gear for fans of the comic and TV series.
Ferrari has released the first official images of the F70, the long-awaited hybrid supercar set to succeed the Enzo, ahead of its expected 2013 debut.
BMW has launched the 2013 1 Series three-door hatchback, introducing the 114i as a new entry point and expanding the range with updated engines and a range-topping M135i.
Volkswagen AG will acquire full ownership of Porsche’s operating business on 1 August 2012, paying Porsche SE €4.46 billion plus one ordinary VW share.
Lexus confirms that LFA production will soon finish, with all 500 examples nearly sold and the Motomachi plant preparing to wind down the exclusive supercar project.
Racing One has revealed a comprehensive upgrade package for the Audi R8 V10, raising power to 602bhp and fitting the car for dedicated track use.
Dacia has released new images and full specifications for the Dokker and Dokker Van, its latest five-seat MPV and compact van, ahead of their European launch in 2012.
Nissan's DeltaWing was forced to retire from the 24 Hours of Le Mans following a collision with a Toyota 03 race car.
Ford is expected to launch a new Focus RS with a 2.3-litre turbocharged engine producing 330bhp, aiming to outgun rivals like the Golf GTI and Astra OPC.
City authorities in Berne have installed a pedestrian crossing inlaid with Swarovski crystals, aiming to improve nighttime visibility and spark debate on urban design.
Volkswagen plans to introduce Alltrack versions of the Golf and Jetta in 2015, offering raised ride heights and body cladding in a bid to expand its crossover-inspired range.
BMW’s brand value rose 10 percent to $24.62 billion in 2012, overtaking Toyota after a year in second place, according to Millward Brown’s annual BrandZ ranking.
Lamborghini has unveiled the Urus concept, a 600 hp SUV aimed at the luxury segment, at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show, marking its return to the high-performance 4x4 market.