Volkswagen has unveiled an electric-drive concept van that’s part of the automaker’s strategy to sell a million EVs by 2025. It’s also geared toward autonomous driving by the time it’s to arrive in production, and could offer a method of automated frei…
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VW’s throwback-future van to ‘haul people and freight’
Volkswagen has unveiled an electric-drive concept van that’s part of the automaker’s strategy to sell a million EVs by 2025. It’s also geared toward autonomous driving by the time it’s to arrive in production, and could offer a method of automated frei…
Home Sales Dropped in July After Solid First-Half Run
A decline in U.S. purchases of new homes in July may be a sign the industry took a breather following an even stronger run of sales than previously reported, according to government data Aug. 23.
In Latest Speech, Trump Promises Infrastructure Bill
After announcing an advisory council on infrastructure policy would not convene amid corporate leaders’ response to his reaction to racial violence, President Donald Trump expressed commitment to ensuring long-term funding legislation for the country’s transportation network is approved.
Market trends convince Hyundai to launch pickup in U.S.
With sales of U.S. passenger sedans in a slump and SUVs, crossovers and pickups continuing to show gains, Korean automaker Hyundai reportedly will bring its own light pickup entry stateside.
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Market trends convince Hyundai to launch pickup in U.S.
With sales of U.S. passenger sedans in a slump and SUVs, crossovers and pickups continuing to show gains, Korean automaker Hyundai reportedly will bring its own light pickup entry stateside.
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July Trailer Orders Increase 41%, Industry Optimistic for 2018
U.S. trailer orders jumped 41% in July compared with the weak 2016 period, supported by demand for dry vans and flatbeds — and trailer makers said they expected similar conditions in 2018.
More States Explore Truck-Platooning Technology and Regulations
It could be years before drivers on U.S. highways catch a glimpse of a tractor-trailer rig cruising down the highway with another truck trailing a perilous 20 or 30 feet behind.
Ford pursues EV joint venture with Chinese automaker
A new brand of electric passenger vehicle could be on the horizon thanks to a potential partnership between Ford Motor Co. and one of China’s growing automakers. Ford announced this week it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Anhui Zotye Au…
Ford pursues EV joint venture with Chinese automaker
A new brand of electric passenger vehicle could be on the horizon thanks to a potential partnership between Ford Motor Co. and one of China’s growing automakers. Ford announced this week it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Anhui Zotye Au…