Sales of bite-sized cross-overs are soaring, and Toyota finally is getting into the game, introducing the production C-HR last week at the Geneva auto show.
U.S. Nissan Rogue supply could rise even more
As Nissan prepares to bolster its U.S. supply of the fast-selling Rogue compact crossover with 100,000 annual imports from Japan, a top executive suggests that the number could go higher.
Lexus rolls out new gearbox
The new Lexus LC500h hybrid features a new and innovative transmission — actually two linked together in a design intended to provide sporty performance with its fuel-sipping hybrid engine.
New XT5 crossover: Cadillac's meal ticket
With Cadillac’s sales lagging luxury rivals and no other big launches on the horizon for two years, a lot is riding on the rollout of the XT5, the first redesign for the brand’s midsize crossover since 2009.
Store led the way with LED lighting
In 2013, Don Hinds Ford in Fishers, Ind., converted its showroom, service department and lot lighting from incandescent to LED, reducing maintenance and saving $4,000 a month on electric bills.
Hyundai's first Genesis chief took a rare path
Glance over Erwin Raphael’s resume and you might wonder why Hyundai chose him to run its fledgling Genesis luxury-car brand in the U.S. When you have a problem, however, it becomes clear.
Lutz helped create 'Driving Machine' tag line
Automotive legend Bob Lutz, a BMW board member in the early 1970s, played a significant role in raising BMW’s profile. In particular, he is credited with helping create company-owned sales arms in Europe.
Lear seeks UAW deal for Detroit jobs
Lear CEO Matt Simoncini wants the supplier to be the bellwether of manufacturing success in the city of Detroit.
Daimler boss puts EV target range at 310 miles
Daimler boss Dieter Zetsche says electric vehicles probably need to be able to go at least 310 miles without a recharge in order to become a mainstream alternative to gas-powered cars.
VW brand boss sees U.S. emissions deal within months, report says
VW brand chief Herbert Diess said it will take months rather than weeks to reach an agreement with U.S. regulators on an emissions fix for 600,000 diesel cars, a German newspaper reported.