‘Consumer Reports’ and the State of the U.S. OEMs
Plenty of the vehicles on the list of the top 10 are made in the U.S. But not by the traditional companies.
Gary S. Vasilash
Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Design & Production
Four Auto Companies Rank Among the World's Most Ethical
GM and Cooper Standard make the list for the first time, joining long-running honorees Aptiv and Cummins
China's Auto Industry Still in "Park"
Auto production remains stalled by coronavirus epidemic
Hamlin Repeats as Daytona 500 Champ for Toyota
Newman in serious condition after crash on final lap
Mazda, Subaru, Hyundai Group Top IIHS Safety Ratings
Tougher headlight criteria reduce number of Top Safety Pick+ winners
U.S. Drops Antitrust Probe of CO2 Deal by 4 Carmakers, California
Is the fight over emission standards nearing an end?
Ha Hak Soo Talks Design
Hyundai’s head of Interior Design had stints at Honda and Ford in the U.S. before moving to Hyundai’s Global Design Studio in Namyang. And we sat down and talked with him about his experience and the 2020 Sonata.
Gary S. Vasilash
Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Design & Production
World’s Top Auto Brands Defend Their Rankings
Brands are forever jockeying for superiority over their rivals.
Toyota Extends Plant Shutdowns in China
Carmakers are beginning to extend shutdowns across the country.
UPDATE: Carmakers Brace for Impact As Coronavirus Spreads
Carmakers are on high alert about possible disruptions caused by the coronavirus outbreak that began in China one month ago.
2020 Mazda6 Signature
Looks good. Drives well. Priced right. Now all you have to do is find a Mazda dealer to get a Mazda6.
How to Build an NSX Engine
Or maybe that should be “How Acura hand builds a 500-hp V6 in a factory in Ohio”
Cars Keep Getting More Reliable
The J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study proves cars are more dependable than ever, even though they also keep getting more complicated.
Bill Hampton
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Daily
EV Owners Enjoying Their Rides
AAA study finds buyers more content after purchase—despite hefty prices
Cruise Robo-Shuttle Takes Shape
No steering wheel, no foot pedals, no driver, no problem
Honda Warns of New Type of Defective Takata Airbag Inflator
Honda is recalling an older design of defective Takata airbag inflator
Honda, Isuzu Target Fuel Cell Trucks
Joint research project aims to apply struggling car tech to commercial vehicles
U.S. Car Sales Stay Above 17 Million Again
Carmakers have for the first time topped 17 million car and light-truck sales for five years in a row. They surpassed 17 million units only twice before: in 2000 and 2001.
The Auto Industry in 2019—and Beyond
What do events in 2019 portend for the industry’s future?
American Honda Shows Cars Still Matter
Yes, cars you may not readily think of showed sales strength in January. Yes, cars.
Gary S. Vasilash
Editor-in-Chief, Automotive Design & Production
Quantum Shortcuts Around Traffic
The best way to get around traffic isn’t always to follow “real time” GPS directions.
China’s GAC Motor Pivots from U.S. to Russia
Six months ago, Chinese carmaker GAC Motor suspended plans to break into the U.S. market. Last week it began selling SUVs in Russia.
November Car Sales Tepid in Europe
Weak new-car deliveries in Europe totaled 1.18 million units, up only 5% over a depressed sales period at this time last year.
Nissan to Close U.S. Offices for 2 Days
Nissan Motor Co. is closing down its U.S. offices for two days on Jan. 2-3 to cut costs as its sales and profits drop.
Foreign-Brand Sales Climb 6% in U.S.
U.S. deliveries of foreign-brand passenger vehicles rose 6% to more than 788,000 units in November.
