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Daimler will invest $3.3 billion by 2019 to upgrade diesel engines and emissions systems across its Mercedes-Benz range to meet stricter European standards.
Owners of 2015 and 2016 Hyundai Sonata, Genesis, Elantra and Tucson can now add Apple CarPlay via a free download or paid dealer installation.
Volkswagen has announced plans to make every model in its line-up available exclusively as a hybrid, marking a major shift in its future product strategy.
Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger and Ford Mustang V8s fall short of IIHS Top Safety Pick status after 2016 crash evaluations, with Challenger lagging behind rivals.
Nissan and Enel have begun a UK trial installing 100 vehicle-to-grid units, letting LEAF and e-NV200 owners sell energy back to the National Grid and potentially earn extra income.
Ford’s all-new Focus RS debuts with a 2.3-litre EcoBoost, all-wheel drive and a manual gearbox, aiming to redefine the hot hatch segment for 2016.
German authorities pressed Opel and Fiat Chrysler on diesel emissions, but Opel’s cooperation and technical justifications may spare it the penalties facing FCA.
TMI AutoTech has completed the first US-built Ariel Nomad at its Virginia facility, with orders now open for both Sport and Tactical versions of the off-road buggy.
David Cameron has bought a second-hand Nissan Micra from a local Oxfordshire dealer, opting for a modest city car with 92,000 miles on the clock.
Charlize Theron joins the Fast & Furious franchise as Cipher, a new antagonist set to challenge Vin Diesel’s crew when Fast 8 arrives in cinemas in April 2017.
Dacia’s Lodgy Stepway 1.5 dCi 110 delivers true seven-seat practicality at a price few rivals can match, but buyers must accept some compromises on finish and handling.
General Motors and Cruise Automation have started real-world trials of autonomous Chevrolet Bolt EVs on San Francisco streets, targeting future deployment in ride-sharing fleets.
Mitsubishi Motors will introduce the MINICAB-MiEV, a minicar-class commercial electric van with two battery options and up to 150 km range, at Japanese dealerships from 8 December 2011.
Hyundai is developing its MyHyundai app for Android Auto, aiming to offer exclusive connected services directly through the car’s infotainment system by year-end.
A speculative digital rendering previews the next-generation Ford Focus, showing design elements borrowed from the larger Mondeo and suggesting a more upmarket direction for the popular hatchback.
SEAT is preparing to unveil a high-performance Ateca Cupra concept at the Paris Motor Show, hinting at a 300 bhp all-wheel-drive SUV with aggressive styling.
General Motors will introduce a recall-check feature to its vehicle smartphone app from July 2016, aiming to improve customer awareness and response to safety campaigns.
At the official launch drive for the Alfa Romeo Giulia, several press cars suffered software and electronic issues, raising concerns about reliability as the brand attempts a high-stakes relaunch.
The Japanese supplier has formally identified 14 million airbag inflators as faulty, marking the first step in a phased global recall agreed with US regulators.
Chevrolet Spark, Sonic and Trax cars from 2013 to 2016 are being recalled to fix a radio software issue that may prevent the ignition key warning chime from sounding.
A Tesla Model S driver claims Autopilot failed to prevent a rear-end collision on a California motorway, as debate continues over responsibility for crashes involving autonomous features.
Volvo has teased the upcoming XC40 concept, confirming a plug-in hybrid setup and previewing its compact SUV future on the new CMA platform.
A wiring harness issue can cause the shifter to lock in Park or Neutral on certain 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokees, prompting a voluntary recall across several markets.
Mercedes-Benz is weighing the launch of a dedicated eco-focused sub-brand as it expands its range of plug-in hybrid, electric and hydrogen vehicles to compete with BMW's i division.