Mercedes-Benz expects its six-cylinder SL, freshened for the 2017 model year, to help stabilize the iconic roadster’s sales in a segment that still hasn’t recovered from volume lost during the Great Recession.
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Honda CEO says 'fundamental transformation' is needed
Honda CEO Takahiro Hachigo, still battling quality problems after nearly a year in office, is revamping his comeback plan to rekindle the company’s pioneering randd spirit.
Read More »FCA dealers are warned of 'bubble' in service work
FCA National Dealer Council Chairman Tom Leonard says recent recalls are straining dealer service operations. However, dealers ‘don’t want to build a church for Easter Sunday’ by adding way more capacity than will be needed down the road.
Read More »Chevy adds a dash of niche spice to its truck lineup
As the current-generation Chevrolet Silverado approaches middle age, Chevy’s marketers are borrowing a page from the performance division to sustain buzz: special-edition models.
Read More »Why would Cadillac dealers go virtual?
Why would low-volume Cadillac stores agree to adopt the virtual showroom model being floated by brand chief Johan de Nysschen? The answer lies in the new payment system that was concurrently presented to hundreds of dealers.
Read More »VW, looking past diesel scandal, retools for faster ride
The biggest engineering feat on display when Volkswagen unveils its new concept car on Tuesday will be the team developing it: a post-diesel scandal management system crafted to operate faster, cheaper and with a lighter grip on the wheel.
Read More »Cars "freakishly expensive,' Gilles warns
Ralph Gilles, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles global design chief, has an urgent message for suppliers: The cost of designing and manufacturing vehicles is spiraling out of control.
Read More »Volvo, Lincoln, Genesis take distinct paths to stylish interiors
With new flagship sedans, Genesis, Lincoln and Volvo are offering alternate definitions of luxury to the overwhelmingly dominant German brands and Lexus.
Read More »Race for mass-market EV puts GM, Tesla at odds
When Tesla’s state-by-state battle to sell cars directly to consumers ran into opposition in Indiana, the lobbyists on the other side were from General Motors, not dealers.
Read More »Great Advice About Auto Repair That Anyone Can Easily Follow
It is never a wise idea to dive into the world of automobile repairs. You’ll be surprised with how much you learn. Ask all the questions you bring it in for repairs. Preventing automotive issues is a valuable skill to save money annually. Make sure that you often check the …
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