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Fisker Sale in the Works, Could Take EV Start-Up Public
EV start-up Fisker Inc. is discussing a possible sale that would mark the first step in a plan to take the company public, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
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When You Wish Upon a Car? Ford Teaming Up With Disney For Bronco Roll-Out
Ford is teaming up with Disney to help spread the word when it launches the new Bronco SUV later this month, renewing a partnership that dates back almost six decades, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
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First Look: 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo
The little Mazda3 has won fans with its eye-catching design. Now, it hopes to gain even more attention with the Mazda3 Turbo that adds a full 64 more hp, and 134 more lb-ft of torque, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
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Dealers Need to Get Used to Online Sales, Study Suggests
Clearly the pandemic has changed the world as we know it and in the auto industry some executives have noted the changes are likely to have long-term ramifications, especially when it comes to sales — and now there’s hard evidence to support that notion. Find out how at TheDetroitBureau.com.
Ford Rides Luxury Vehicles, Utes to Q2 Sales Jump in China
Ford’s efforts to reverse its long struggle to sell vehicles in China may have started to take root, as the automaker saw its second-quarter sales rise 3% in the world’s largest automotive market. Find out how they plan to continue the trend at TheDetroitBureau.com.
Fisker Lands $50M Investment to Help Launch Production of its Ocean EV
The California-based EV start-up Fisker Inc. locked down $50 million in hedge fund money this week, an investment the company says should help it take its Ocean SUV from concept to production by 2022. Get details at TheDetroitBureau.com.
GM Lawsuit Against FCA Tossed Out by Judge
General Motors’ lawsuit claiming rival Fiat Chrysler had corrupted officials of the United Auto Workers union in a bid to gain a competitive advantage, has been dismissed by a federal judge in Detroit, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
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Byton Suspends Operations for 6 Months, But Revival Seems Unlikely
Once-promising battery-car start-up Byton is suspending operations for the next six months, but the prospects for the company then being able to get back to business seem slim, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
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A Week With: 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport R Line
With the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, the company has another SUV that will connect with buyers: a stylish, well-equipped vehicle with plenty of new technology and capability that is in tune with contemporary tastes. TheDetroitBureau.com spends a week with the 2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport R Line.
Ford Set to Launch Full Family of Bronco SUVs
The long-awaited Ford Bronco will make its debut a week from today – but when it does, the Detroit automaker actually plans to reveal three separate versions of the SUV, part of what will serve as a standalone “sub-brand,” company officials say. Get details at TheDetroitBureau.com.
First Drive: 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Toyota’s little RAV4 “soft-roader” has come a long way since its introduction back in 1994. It has grown larger and more lavishly equipped. The latest iteration, the RAV4 Prime plug-in hybrid, offered an impressive mix of mileage and performance during TheDetroitBureau.com’s time in it.
Dodge Ups the HP Numbers, Adds First Durango Hellcat, New Charger Redeye
Dodge completes its shift from mainstream to performance brand for 2021, dropping the Journey and Caravan while punching up the performance of remaining models, including the launch of a limited-run Durango Hellcat, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
Dealers Need to Get Used to Online Sales, Study Suggests
Clearly the pandemic has changed the world as we know it and in the auto industry some executives have noted the changes are likely to have long-term ramifications, especially when it comes to sales — and now there’s hard evidence to support that notion. Find out how at TheDetroitBureau.com.
Ford Rides Luxury Vehicles, Utes to Q2 Sales Jump in China
Ford’s efforts to reverse its long struggle to sell vehicles in China may have started to take root, as the automaker saw its second-quarter sales rise 3% in the world’s largest automotive market. Find out how they plan to continue the trend at TheDetroitBureau.com.
Fisker Lands $50M Investment to Help Launch Production of its Ocean EV
The California-based EV start-up Fisker Inc. locked down $50 million in hedge fund money this week, an investment the company says should help it take its Ocean SUV from concept to production by 2022. Get details at TheDetroitBureau.com.
GM Lawsuit Against FCA Tossed Out by Judge
General Motors’ lawsuit claiming rival Fiat Chrysler had corrupted officials of the United Auto Workers union in a bid to gain a competitive advantage, has been dismissed by a federal judge in Detroit, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
Tesla “Very Close” to Level 5 Autonomy, Claims Musk
Tesla CEO Musk claims the company will have go-anywhere/anytime Level 5 autonomous driving tech ready “this year,” which would give it a huge leap over competitors. But is Tesla really that far ahead? TheDetroitBureau.com has the story.
Chevrolet Rolls Out Updates for 2021 Corvette
The first iteration of the eighth generation Corvette was, unsurprisingly, a big hit. The first ever mid-engine model made a huge splash with its introduction and now Chevy is ready to roll out the 2021 model year version with a slew of updates. Get a look at TheDetroitBureau.com.
Steve Carlisle Named New Head General Motors North America
Steve Carlisle, who was head of Cadillac for the past two years, has been named the new president of General Motors North American operations. He replaces Barry Engle, who is reportedly looking to run an entire company, which he has done earlier in his career. Get details at TheDetroitBureau.com.
Chevrolet Dropping Sonic as Demand for Small Cars Plunges
Like a cat, the Chevrolet Sonic has survived a series of near-death experiences – but it has finally run out of lives, Chevy is dropping the smallest passenger car in its line-up “due to declining demand.” GM will convert the Michigan plant where it was built to full-time EV production, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
Daimler Reduces Shareholder Dividend Due to Falling Profits
The pandemic remains a challenge of historic proportions, Daimler AG executives said during the company’s online annual meeting where they outlined plans to reduce shareholders’ dividend and other plans to shore up its financial status, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
First Look: 2021 Mazda3 2.5 Turbo
The little Mazda3 has won fans with its eye-catching design. Now, it hopes to gain even more attention with the Mazda3 Turbo that adds a full 64 more hp, and 134 more lb-ft of torque, reports TheDetroitBureau.com.
Audi Launches New e-tron Sportback EV Coupe for U.S. Market
Audi has a flood of new battery-cars coming to market and it’s pulling the wraps off the next model in line, the Q4 e-tron Sportback. TheDetroitBureau.com checks it out.
Who Cares About 0-60? Lotus Evija Will Hit 186 in 9 Seconds
The Lotus Evija promises to be the world’s fastest production car, its 2,000 hp all-electric drivetrain launching it from 0 to 186 mph in under 9 seconds. More from TheDetroitBureau.com.