A cyberattack against automotive supplier Yanfeng last year cost Stellantis more than $26 million in damages and shut down production of Ram and Jeep vehicles at three assembly plants in metro Detroit and one in Mexico, according to a lawsuit. After the automaker charged the damage to Yanfeng’s account, the Chinese supplier of instrument panels, door panels and center consoles protested and … [Read more...]
Cyberattack on key parts supplier triggered dispute that cost Stellantis $300M, lawsuit says
A cyberattack against automotive supplier Yanfeng late last year cost Stellantis more than $26 million in damages and shut down production of Ram and Jeep vehicles at three assembly plants in metro Detroit and one in Mexico, according to a lawsuit. After the automaker charged the damage to Yanfeng’s account, the Chinese-based supplier of instrument panels, door panels and center consoles protested … [Read more...]
Editorial: Treat suppliers fairly for long-term success
Stellantis is the latest example of automaker-supplier turmoil, but not the only one. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
2025 Ford Mustang GTD Order Applications Open—Are You Worthy of Buying One?
Applications to order the upcoming 2025 Ford Mustang GTD have opened, with Ford increasing the estimated starting price to $325,000.North American production is expected to start in late 2024 or early 2025.You can apply to purchase the GTD between now and May 20, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. EST when the application window will close.Haven't you heard the old adage "It's not what you know, it's who you … [Read more...]
Volkswagen India Launches ‘Volkswagen Experiences’ To Elevate Customer Engagement
Source : Mobility Outlook | Volkswagen India has announced a new customer community initiative, ‘Volkswagen Experiences’ or ‘VWe’, designed to foster a closer relationship between the brand and its enthusiasts through unique, community-driven experiences. The ‘VWe’ initiative aims to transform the traditional vehicle ownership model into a more interactive and lifestyle-oriented experience. It … [Read more...]
Ally net income plunges 51% in Q1, auto applications set record
Ally's auto business saw a record 3.8 million applications from consumers during the first quarter with 40% of new loan originations in the top credit tier. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
U.S. trade chief calls for 'decisive' action to shield EV sector from China
The U.S. must take "decisive" action to protect electric vehicles from subsidized Chinese competition, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said on Wednesday as she completes a review of Trump-era China tariffs and considers President Joe Biden's call for higher tariffs on imports of Chinese steel. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
MG Motor’s new partnership promises extended battery life for EVs. Here’s How
Source : PTI | MG Motor India on Thursday said it has partnered with the Epsilon Group for EV charging solutions and battery recycling. As part of the collaboration, the automaker has signed an MoU with two Epsilon Group subsidiaries – Power EV, for charging solutions and LICO, for battery recycling and second-life expertise. As per the agreement, Power EV will provide Custom Charging technology … [Read more...]
MG Motor India plans to expand network in tier III, IV to drive next phase of growth
MG Motor India is driving towards tier III and IV cities of the country with plans to establish 100 new touchpoints by the end of the ongoing fiscal year as part of its strategy to fuel the next phase of growth, a senior company official said on Wednesday. With JSW Group coming in as an investor and becoming a joint venture partner with China’s SAIC, last month the company announced plans to … [Read more...]
Report: The Toyota Highlander is going all-electric
Toyota has been slower than most jumping into the EV game, but its approach has looked more competent than most others’ as time has progressed. That said, the Japanese automaker isn’t ditching electric vehicles, and a new report from CarBuzz suggests that one of its most popular family haulers could be going electric soon. The Highlander is reportedly moving to an all-electric configuration, … [Read more...]
Save $40 on a best-selling DeWalt portable tire inflator with this Amazon deal
Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. Whether you drive a sedan or a pickup, gas or electric, we all need air in our tires. Although many of us tend to go a little longer than we should between air pressure checkups, the best practice is to check your tire pressure at least once a month, if not once a week. If you … [Read more...]
Actor Sai Tamhankar brings home the Mercedes-Benz GLE luxury SUV
By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 18 Apr 2024, 19:40 PM Share via: <!--The Mercedes-Benz GLE luxury SUV is one of the more popular choices for celebrities and the model is priced between ₹97 lakh and ₹1.15 crore. All prices are ex-showroom, India.--> The Mercedes-Benz GLE luxury SUV is one of the more popular choices for celebrities and the model is priced between ₹97 lakh … [Read more...]
Stellantis buys share in Argentine solar company to power factories
Stellantis, which builds Citroens, Fiats and Peugeots in Argentina, will spend $100 million to acquire 49.5 percent of 360 Energy Solar to provide clean energy. Source: autonews.com … [Read more...]
Next-Gen 2025 GMC Terrain Teases Assertive New Front End
GMC has teased the next-generation Terrain, set to arrive for the 2025 model year.The teaser image shows the AT4 model's new front end with boxy headlights and a black grille.The 2025 GMC Terrain will be revealed at some point later this year.GMC is in the process of overhauling its SUV lineup. First came the 2024 Acadia, which arrives this year with fresh styling and exclusively powered by a … [Read more...]
Next-gen GMC Terrain teased looking chiseled in AT4 trim
The next-generation GMC Terrain is coming soon, as GMC just dropped its first teaser of the redesigned compact crossover. It makes sense that GMC is re-doing the Terrain now, as its Bowtie-badged equivalent, the Chevrolet Equinox, was just completely redesigned, too. GMC teased the new Terrain in its most rugged AT4 trim, and the look sure is a bold one from this partial front-end view. From the … [Read more...]
Would Indians Love or Shove the Tesla ?
by WAF Auto Think Tank Elon Musk coming to India next week is Big News! It’s speculated that Tesla just might invest a couple Billion Dollars in the third largest automotive market in the world! After the EV Policy change, Tesla could have just invested half a Billion dollars to get in the newly constituted 15% Duty bracket down from 100% Duty. But it chooses to invest much higher. The richest man … [Read more...]
2025 BMW X3 previewed with sharper handling and more tech
BMW has a lot riding on the X3; the SUV has been one of its best-selling cars since the first-generation model made its debut in 2003. The new fourth-generation X3 is around the corner, and the Munich-based brand has released photos and details to hint at the changes in store. While BMW previewed a bold new design direction with the Vision Neue Klasse X concept unveiled earlier in 2024, the … [Read more...]
Suzuki hits new milestone of producing 8 million two-wheelers in India
By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 18 Apr 2024, 18:58 PM Share via: The Japanese manufacturer has been operating in India since 2006 and hit the 8 million mileston within 19 years of operations. The 8 millionth two-wheeler to be produced is the Suzuki Avenis 125 from the brand's manufacturing facility in Haryana Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) has … [Read more...]
The best RV roof sealants of 2024
Autoblog may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. RV’s are great for long trips and built to last many years. Over time, however, the roof will begin to wear from harsh weather conditions, natural wear and tear, or even accidents. Failing to address an aging RV roof can lead to leaks. In order to keep the roof sealed and the … [Read more...]
NHTSA Upgrades Probe of Honda Accord and CR-V Emergency Braking
This week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) upgraded a probe led by its Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) into the unexpected activation of the automated emergency braking system in the Honda Accord and Honda CR-V.According to the report, 31 out of nearly 1300 complaints filed with NHTSA to date included a crash, while 58 injuries were reported from 50 incidents. The … [Read more...]