In its latest quarterly report, Honda stated a loss after increasing costs derived from recalls of Takata air bags hindered their numbers. Among car makers,…
Month: May 2016
Subaru’s Steering Problem
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This past year Subaru’s second-best-selling vehicle, the Outback, sold nearly 140,000 vehicles, as it became one of the companies must trusted assets. However, Subaru took…
Nissan loses, GM gains supplier favor
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Nissan has recently been rated virtually dead last in terms of their relationship towards their suppliers. Tied with Fiat Chrysler; these rankings according to newly…
Journal entry: Fox Recycling
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I’ve been to many of the sites we’ve visited before. I’ve not previously met Mr. Hau of Ford, or Brandon Schoettle of UMTRI, and will…
New Ford F-150 Raptor is Going to China
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In a recent update from Ford Performance Marketing Manager Henry Ford III, it was made known that Ford Motor Company intends to bring its newest…
Amidst the recent controversy surrounding Mitsubishi and their misreported fuel efficiencies, Nissan has taken the opportunity to pick up a substantial stake in the Japanese automaker at…
Powertrains and Fuel Economy
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Today’s tour of Federal Mogul in Plymouth Michigan exposed us to the specifications of automotive powertrains and the innovations that are currently helping to improve engine…
Mexican Auto Exports Down 16% in April
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Mexican vehicle exports have fallen by 16% over the course of April for a number reasons. One main fault behind the drop is that Americans…
Article by Jack Ewing, Summary by Murray Manley Recently, during an on-going investigation to find out more details about VW’s emissions scandal, a powerpoint presentation…
David’s Uncle and Making BMW BMW Again
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At dinner David’s uncle mentioned that perhaps BMW is becoming too mainstream; too different from the stylish trends of the past. It was mentioned that…