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06/14/2018 11:30 PM
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Wheels: When Cars Do the Driving, Who Will Feel the Joy?
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As cars gain autonomy, drivers will do less driving. But what about the other ways people connect with their automobiles?
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06/14/2018 02:21 PM
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Safety Move by Didi, Chinese Ride-Hailing App, May Strand Women at Night
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A company considered the Uber of China resumes late-hour car-pooling but says that men can’t pick up female passengers, a problem in a place where drivers are mostly male.
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06/12/2018 07:15 PM
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Elon Musk, in Search of Profit, Cuts Tesla’s Work Force
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The automaker said the 9 percent reduction, mostly limited to salaried employees, was part of a broad reorganization and would not affect production.
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06/08/2018 09:03 PM
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Your Money Adviser: Advice Has Changed on What Car to Buy for a Young Driver
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In the past, families looked for cars that were “big, slow and ugly.” Now, experts recommend newer vehicles with advanced safety features.
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06/12/2018 02:32 AM
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Diesel Scandal Deepens as German Authorities Target Audi Chief and Daimler
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Officials ordered Daimler to recall more than 700,000 diesel vehicles, and said a member of VW’s management board was under scrutiny in an inquiry into emissions-cheating.
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05/31/2018 02:02 PM
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Waymo to Buy Up to 62,000 Chrysler Minivans for Ride-Hailing Service
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The agreement signals that the Google driverless-technology spinoff plans a rapid start for a business set to get underway later this year.
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06/06/2018 03:01 AM
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Wheels: Porsche Mission E Cross Turismo Review: ‘Silence Is the New Power’
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Even leashed by software nannies, the electric vehicle concept offers an enticing preview of how Porsche will challenge Tesla.
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06/05/2018 10:16 PM
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Tesla Turns Back Rare Challenge From Shareholders
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Dissidents wanted to oust directors and split the jobs of chairman and chief executive. The chief, Elon Musk, reported progress on Model 3 production.
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05/31/2018 02:09 PM
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Wheels: For Electric Cars Without a Plug, Thank Tesla (the Scientist)
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Carmakers are pushing forward with wireless charging systems meant to simplify the process of powering up electric or hybrid vehicles.
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05/31/2018 08:25 PM
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SoftBank Fund Puts $2.25 Billion in G.M.’s Driverless Unit
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The magnitude of the deal reflects the growing confidence that commercial use of autonomous cars is in sight, despite recent setbacks.
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05/31/2018 02:50 PM
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The Rich History of the Rallye des Princesses
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The motorsport event for women in France and Spain is meant to combine the elegance, conviviality and competition of female drivers of the past.
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06/01/2018 12:59 PM
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U.S. May Auto Sales Rise Slightly Despite Higher Fuel Prices
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May sales of new vehicles in the United States rose an estimated 2 percent as low unemployment and strong consumer confidence helped mitigate the impact of rising interest rates and fuel prices, Ford Motor Co executives said on Friday.
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05/31/2018 06:31 PM
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E.P.A. Takes a Major Step to Roll Back Clean Car Rules
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The Trump administration formally submitted its plan to permit more tailpipe emissions, moving closer to a legal clash that could split the nation’s auto market.
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05/30/2018 07:17 PM
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Tesla Fixes Model 3 Flaw, Getting Consumer Reports to Change Review
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After Consumer Reports said it could not recommend the car, a software fix addressed a braking issue, and the magazine reversed its judgment.
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05/31/2018 10:44 AM
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In a First for Germany, Hamburg Bans Diesel Engines. On 2 Roads.
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The move highlights growing opposition to diesel, as concerns have mounted over its health and environmental effects.
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05/22/2018 09:25 AM
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China Cuts Car Tariffs, in a Small Offering to the U.S. on Trade
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The moves are likely to change little for the auto industry, though Chinese factories and German firms could benefit from slashing tariffs on parts.
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05/24/2018 05:04 PM
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Apple, Spurned by Others, Signs Deal With Volkswagen for Driverless Cars
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BMW and Mercedes-Benz rebuffed Apple’s overtures for a self-driving car partnership, according to people familiar with the talks.
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05/20/2018 04:26 PM
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Advertising: Hot Wheels Hits the Road to Reach Its Fans
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As part of an effort to stay connected with people in the digital age, Mattel is sponsoring a nationwide search for a custom vehicle that can be a model for a 50th anniversary Hot Wheels car.
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06/17/2018 12:01 AM
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Ford Aims to Revive a Detroit Train Station, and Itself
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By renovating a symbol of the city’s decline, the company hopes to create a magnet for the talent needed to prevail in the next automotive era.
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06/15/2018 05:30 PM
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Open Thread: Let’s Talk About the World Cup
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Also, Dries Van Noten giving up his independence, Bottega Veneta’s designer churn, and what to wear when an injury means you are stuck in sneakers all the time.
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