Inside Audi e-tron’s Battery
Everyone wants range and quick charging capability. Audi brings it—through a clever cooling system
Gary S. Vasilash
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Group
Audi Readies Integrated Chassis/Powertrain Controller
When it comes to car smarts, two brains aren’t necessarily better than one.
Updated Audi Q5 Gets New Face, Adds Tech
Highlights include OLED taillights and mild-hybrid power
ICE Age Ends at Massive VW Plant
German facility poised to be largest European EV producer—until Tesla ramps up in Germany.
Dodge Soars to Top of J.D. Power Quality Report
New survey questions turn 2020 results topsy-turvy
This Year’s Best Interiors: Quality at Any Price
WardsAuto’s annual list had plenty of variety
100 of VW’s Mexico Staff Tests Positive for Coronavirus
Infections underscore the new challenges for mass production
SEAT Knows C-19 Isn’t Over
Preparing for when its people come back from their August holidays
Gary S. Vasilash
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Group
BMW, Daimler Shelve Robo-Car Alliance
Deemed too costly for now, plan could be revived later.
Mercedes-AMG Revs Up Performance with Electric Turbos
48-volt system promises to eliminate turbo lag
EVs Get Boost Under Germany’s New Stimulus Package
Chargers to be installed at every gas station
VW Finalizes Investment in Argo
$2.6 billion investment creates global scale for partners’ autonomous vehicle operations
V2X: What You Should Know
A veteran of vehicle-to-everything explains what V2X is and what it does
2021 S-Class Adds More Tech
New features include 48-volt active suspension, 4-wheel steering and industry-first rear airbags
Steve Plumb
Senior Editor, AutoBeat Daily , AutoBeat
Audi and Capgemini Launch Digital Consulting Firm
Making a digital transformation is becoming increasingly essential and this joint venture is meant to address that—but who will be the customers?
Coronavirus Auto Industry Roundup: May 25
Production snags, sales trends roil the auto industry
People Have a Perception Problem for Automated Vehicles
PAVE study shows that the industry has a long way to go to convince people AVs are the way to go
A Look at What Could Have Been: Dyson’s Canceled EV
Tesla Model X fighter proved to be too costly of a risk
Driving on Sunshine: Solar Powered EVs
Dutch partners aim to boost EV range with solar panels
Volvo to Offer Autonomous Highway Capability in 2022
Expanded partnership with lidar startup Luminar paves way
Auto Brands Slipping in Value, Except Tesla
Toyota continues to lead the way
Steve Plumb
Senior Editor, AutoBeat Daily , AutoBeat
China EV Maker Takes Norwegian Route to Europe
New BYD SUV will be followed by several light commercial trucks
U.S. Car Sales in April Drop to 30-Year Low
Upturn likely to begin in May, but consumer confidence will define the pace
Design Chief Luc Donckerwolke Departs Hyundai
Luxury car guru has crafted the styling of many memorable Audi, Bentley, Lambo and Genesis models
Carmakers Tiptoe Back into Production in Europe
The trickle will continue into early May.
McLaren Eyes Synthetic Fuels
Can the carbon-neutral technology eventually become a viable alternative to electric vehicles?
