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Monthly Archives: November 2018
General Motors Revises 2015 Strategy to Slash Costs and Streamline Engineering as Market and Competition Toughen
General Motors (NYSE: GM) said this morning that it will accelerate its business plan, building on the strategy it laid out in 2015 that has resulted in lack-luster returns for shareholders. GM is acknowledging what most automakers hold private: the marketplace is moving faster than automakers. Continue reading
Posted in auto news, autonomous vehicles, economy, electric vehicles, engineering, financial results, labor issues, manufacturing, mobility company, news analysis
Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, autonomous vehicles, connected vehicles, electrification of vehicles, fuel cells, GM plant closings, gm reorganization, Ken Zino, new vehicle reviews
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Death of the Diesel – High Gasoline Injection Pressures?
Efficient and hybridized gasoline should be the combustion-based alternative as diesel declines. Considering these added costs and complexities that have always been part of diesel, there is an unknown risk that the same pattern of reputational blight and penalties will occur on gasoline engines. This could/would accelerate the demise of the internal combustion engine while promoting electric vehicles. Continue reading
Posted in alternative fuels, electric vehicles, energy, environment, fuel economy or emissions, news analysis
Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, connected vehicles, Ken Zino, Mary Gustanski Chief Technology Officer Delphi, new vehicle reviews
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Aston Martin Cuts Deal with Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi
Aston Martin’s 105-year history is steeped in competitive motorsport and this latest partnership with the most expensive – 1$ billion – F1 circuit in the world, “reinforces that commitment.” Aston Martin currently competes at the top-level of motorsport with Aston Martin Red Bull racing in Formula One and Aston Martin Racing in the World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC). Continue reading
Hyundai Genesis – a Rebadging Flop?
It’s time to look at Hyundai’s wannabe luxury-brand Genesis, three years after its less than stellar debut. On paper it seemed a good idea – albeit untried – at the time. Hyundai plucked on of its existing cars and rebadged it as the debut model for its new brand. Genesis was stillborn without its own DNA or unique selling proposition. Continue reading
U.S. Used Vehicle Prices Drop for Second Consecutive Month
While not a discernible trend yet, it’s another warning that the auto market could be headed for a downturn. Continue reading
Mercedes GLC 63 S 4Matic+ Fastest SUV on Nürburgring
Mercedes-Benz claims the GLC 63 S 4Matic+ is not only the top performer (really – is that the best you can do against Alfa, under 3 seconds?), but also day-to-day useable: it has space for passengers and luggage, an adaptable interior, extensive safety features and a high level of long-distance comfort. Continue reading
WLTP How Does It Work? Will it Work?
After the scope of the Dieselgate scandal was revealed by American University and regulatory agency tests, an embarrassed European Union has developed a new test, called the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP). Continue reading
Posted in electronics, environment, fools 'n frauds, fuel economy or emissions, milestones, news analysis, results
Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, co2 emissions, connected vehicles, dieselgate, European light vehicle sales slump, fuel economy, Ken Zino, new vehicle reviews, WLTP
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European Market Sinks. One-Third of Model Versions Not legal
Alternative-fueled vehicles continued to gain traction with their market share increasing by 2 percentage points to 7.5%, while demand for pure electric cars grew immensely, with volume up by 70%. Continue reading
Posted in auto news, economy, environment, fools 'n frauds, fuel economy or emissions, marketing, news analysis
Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, connected vehicles, dieselgate, European light vehicle sales slump, Ken Zino, new vehicle reviews, WLTP
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November Auto Sales Forecast Down First Time Since 2009
Although sales remain healthy , factors such as increasing market saturation, rising transaction prices and elevated interest rates continue to create problems for all automakers. This probably will continue into 2019, perhaps for all of 2019 AutoInformed opines as the illusion of the Trump tax cuts fades with the reality of declining middle-class wealth emerges. Continue reading
Lives Threatened in Exxon Mobil Dispute in Australia
In June 2017, ExxonMobil contractor UGL fired its entire maintenance workforce of 230 people and offered them their jobs back the very next day but with up to a 30% to 50% drop in wages. Continue reading
Nissan Board Deletes Carlos Ghosn as Chairman and Director
The board of directors for Nissan Motor Co. met today at the company’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. The board endorsed the long-standing and profitable Alliance partnership with Renault saying, “it remains unchanged” and that “the mission is to minimize the potential impact and confusion on the day-to-day cooperation among the Alliance partners.” Continue reading
Posted in auto news, financial results, litigation, milestones, people
Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, Automotive Commentary, carlos ghosn, Ken Zino, new car reviews, nissan, Nissan Board of Directors, Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance, Tokyo Stock Exchange
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Carlos Ghosn Given Temporary Reprieve by Renault Board
It was the latest twist on an ongoing saga that involves alleged tax evasion by Ghosn. It also raised, yet again, the embarrassing issue that foreign executives demand and receive far greater compensation than their Japanese equivalents. Continue reading
Automobility LA – Fast EV Charging Network Plugged and Supported by Volkswagen Subsidiary Electrify America
However, industry observers note that there isn’t a clear focus in the U.S. to create an open electric vehicle charging network. In fact, the grid is to varying degrees populated by self-interested players in for a buck – as in charges via fees – and not necessarily for creating or sustaining potential consumer demands and expectations for convenience, reliability and speed. It’s true that these might ultimately become benefits, but one need only recall Enron* and its history with utility companies and how that worked out for consumers. Continue reading →