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Google affiliate Waymo needs 'large number' of cars in Europe for robotaxi service

28 June 2018, 08:00
Google's self-driving affiliate, Waymo, will need "a large number" of cars to expand its robotaxi service to Europe, CEO John Krafcik said. Waymo is talking with automakers about its plans, he said.

Trump tariffs would cost thousands of U.S. jobs, import trade group says

27 June 2018, 08:00
The trade association representing international automakers operating in the United States said imposing tariffs on imports of vehicles and parts for national security reasons would harm the auto industry by raising prices, lowering demand and...

Lorraine Schultz, founder of group to promote women in the auto industry, dies at 88

27 June 2018, 08:00
Lorraine Schultz, who spearheaded a nonprofit organization that provided scholarships and networking opportunities to women in an industry long perceived as male territory, has died. She was 88.

New venture capital infusion led by Costanoa Ventures doubles startup Roadster's funding

27 June 2018, 08:00
The investment will propel the technology startup's efforts to expand operations and update products to meet the demands of dealership and automaker customers.

California utility company wants to grow EV charging capacity

27 June 2018, 08:00
Southern California Edison utility is looking to spend another $760.1 million on expanding electric car-charging networks as the state works to get more emissions-free vehicles on the road.

Trump trade chief vows to protect U.S. interests against EU tariffs

27 June 2018, 08:00
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer criticized retaliatory tariffs imposed by the EU and China, saying that the nation would "take all necessary actions."

Internet-ready Toyota Corolla rolled out in hopes of luring young Japanese buyers

26 June 2018, 08:00
Toyota began selling a fully redesigned Corolla Sport hatchback in Japan -- along with a new Crown, the flagship sedan akin to the Avalon in the U.S. -- as its first generation of fully connected cars.

Eaton to expand investment in vehicle electrification through eMobility business

26 June 2018, 08:00
Power management supplier Eaton is joining the growing list of global suppliers restructuring their business portfolios to compete in the electric mobility segment.

Volkswagen mobility unit CEO says self-driving cars core to plan

26 June 2018, 08:00
VW's fledgling Moia mobility unit is betting on the rise of self-driving cars to deliver on its plan to catch up with ride-hailing leaders like Uber without burning through piles of cash.

Rising crime pushes Mexico bulletproof car production to record

26 June 2018, 08:00
Historic levels of violent crime in Mexico have sparked a record increase in the country's car-armoring business, with an industry group predicting a double-digit jump in the number of vehicles bulletproofed this year.
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