UK is base for world's most ambitious autonomous vehicle trial
The trials are believed to be to hold Level 4 status and will be used to test a variety of safety, economic and communication models for autonomous driving.
Published 09-May-2017
Tag: OEM Equipment
Manufacturers make (April) Fools of all of us
April 1st is a traditional date for pranks in the UK and, as usual, the automotive industry showed its sense of humour.
Published 09-May-2017
Toyota EV U-turn as VW launches China electric model
Japanese manufacturer accepts China pressure on EV development as VW announces new all-electric model.
Published 06-May-2017
PSA buys GM's European operations
French car maker buys European manufacturing and brands from US auto giant.
Published 06-Mar-2017
BP, Castrol and McLaren sign deal
Lubes and fuel technology ties up with British supercar producer.
Published 06-Mar-2017
UK car production set for record high
New vehicle output from the UK is likely to be the highest since the start of the Millennium.
Published 31-Dec-2016
Strong global auto industry good for lubes independents
New research shows a flourishing automotive market will also boost independent lube sales.
Published 31-Dec-2016
No newcomers for petrol vehicles industry in China
The Chinese government will not approve any applications by newcomers to the auto industry that want to produce petrol-powered vehicles in China.
Published 31-Oct-2016
Auto giants move closer in business alliances
Nissan becomes Mitsubishi's largest shareholder while Suzuki and Toyota explore business partnership
Published 30-Oct-2016
Indian light vehicle market to hit 4m this year
Production of new light vehicles continues to rise, with 6.5m units likely by 2022.
Published 22-Aug-2016