Mercedes Outlook: “Significantly Harsher Reality”
Severe pay cuts loom but may not be enough.
Bill Hampton
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Daily
S-Class Gets Next-Gen User Experience
Five screens, augmented reality and 27 fewer buttons
This Year’s Best Interiors: Quality at Any Price
WardsAuto’s annual list had plenty of variety
Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid Gets 100 mpg-Equivalent Rating
Compact crossover takes on Toyota RAV4 in emerging segment
Ford’s Salaried Staff to Work from Home All Summer
Mass returns not expected until at least September
Auto Brands Slipping in Value, Except Tesla
Toyota continues to lead the way
Steve Plumb
Senior Editor, AutoBeat Daily , AutoBeat
Moers Moving to Aston Martin from Mercedes-AMG
Struggling U.K. automaker is trying to get some of the AMG magic
Next-Gen S-Class on Track for 2020 Intro
Mercedes says the vehicle will set a new benchmark in artificial intelligence and “needs-based electrification”
Electronic Stability Control Turns 25
Bosch has produced some 250 million units since introducing the anti-skid technology in 1995
U.S. Auto Industry Begins Measured Relaunch
Opening day jitters, supply chain concerns abound
A Look at What Could Have Been: Dyson’s Canceled EV
Tesla Model X fighter proved to be too costly of a risk
Coronavirus Auto Industry Roundup for May 15
Carmakers juggle production, search for funding
NACTOY Announces 2021 Candidates
Yes, COVID-19 notwithstanding, there are still significant car launches happening this year
Gary S. Vasilash
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Group
Is Tesla on the Verge of an EV Battery Breakthrough?
Million-mile battery could debut by year-end
Mercedes Adds More Touch to Steering Wheel
Smartphone-like tech allows users to control more features and monitors hands for autonomous driving
The Girl Behind Germany's 120-Year-Old Luxury Automaker
A few hints, it’s not Gertie and it rhymes with ladies
Volvo Group, Daimler Team Up on Fuel Cell-Powered Big Rigs
Can trucks save the hydrogen-based technology after a tepid response to fuel cell cars?
Kia Telluride Named World Car of the Year
Mazda3, Porsche Taycan and Kia Soul also take home awards
BMW, Daimler Shelve Robo-Car Alliance
Deemed too costly for now, plan could be revived later.
Bill Hampton
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Daily
Coronavirus Industry Roundup: April 3
Carmakers extend plant shutdowns, eye mid-April restarts
Precise Engine Block Machining in Mannheim
How to get precise machined surfaces for commercial truck engines.
Automotive Lighting & Shining a Light on the Past
We talk advanced lighting strategies and learn from a historian on the “Autoline After Hours”
Six More Carmakers Join N. America Shutdowns
Driven by concerns about health—and now, sales – automakers are putting production on hold
Premium Interiors for Mid-Range Prices (Less Than $50,000)
The little things can add up to provide comfort, convenience and functionality
Hamlin Repeats as Daytona 500 Champ for Toyota
Newman in serious condition after crash on final lap
