Inside the Industry

Jaguar C-X75 used in Bond film is re-engineered and enhanced by CALLUM



(March 4, 2024) WARWCK, UK — A Jaguar C-X75 used in Spectre’s dramatic car chase has been substantially re-engineered by CALLUM to make it road legal. Its public debut will be on April 21 at Bicester Heritage’s upcoming Scramble. Originally created by the Jaguar Design team, led by Ian Callum in 2010, the Jaguar C-X75 played a starring role in James Bond's 007 action sequences filmed in the Vatican City.

Kia makes unexpected debut at Work Truck Week



(March 4, 2024) IRVINE, Calf.,  — Kia America is making its Work Truck Week debut at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis March 6-7. Kia will exhibit concept models of two Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBVs) - the PV5 and the PV7. “Kia’s exciting foray into this important segment of the overall industry represents our steadfast commitment to the electrification of transportation and aligns perfectly with our Plan S strategy to become a global leader in sustainable mobility,” said Steven Center, COO & EVP of Kia America.

Genesis 'Signature Event' campaign continues elevation of brand's advertising



(March 4, 2024) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Genesis has announced its new “Signature Event” marketing campaign, an expansion of the ‘Luxe is in the Details’ creative direction launched last year. The extended campaign series celebrates the distinctive details and features that speak to the consumer through state-of-the art production techniques and visuals with a newly crafted Genesis soundtrack.

Mini Countryman Electric production launched at Plant Leipzig



(March 4, 2024) LEIPZIG, Germany —  Electrification continues at BMW Group Plant Leipzig. Four months after launching production of the combustion-engined Mini Countryman, the all-electric version is now rolling off the lines at Leipzig as well. After phasing out production of the BMW i3, the birthplace of electric mobility at the BMW Group has welcomed another fully electric car to its range.

GM recalling 820,000 late-model pickups over tailgate issue



(March 2, 2024) WASHINGTON — General Motors said on Friday it is recalling 820,000 newer pickups in North America because tailgates could unlatch and open unexpectedly. The issue covers 2020 through 2024 model year trucks with power unlatching liftgates because water could leak into the exterior tailgate switch and cause a short circuit while parked.

Fiat’s new global game — Five concepts unveiled



First production car set for July
followed by a new model annually


(March 2, 2024) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — In a constantly changing global mobility market, there are those who dream about a better future and those who take concrete steps toward a more sustainable and responsible tomorrow. Fiat has proven that the future is already here with the unveiling of its new family of Panda-inspired concepts.

Hyundai reports record-breaking February sales



(March 1, 2024) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. — Hyundai Motor America reported record-breaking total February sales of 60,341 units, a 6% increase compared with February 2023. Hyundai set total sales records in February for Tucson (+8%), Tucson PHEV (+280%), Tucson HEV (+29%), Palisade (+16%), and Kona EV (+15%).

Volvo's industry-first connected safety tech can alert drivers of accidents ahead



(March 1, 2024) You’re driving down a winding country road. It’s impossible to see beyond the road in front of you. Suddenly, your Volvo car alerts you: there’s been an accident ahead. As you calmly decelerate and come around the next curve, you see a crashed car in your lane. Thanks to the warning, you were prepared and could react proactively.

2025 Maserati GranCabrio — The Trident's new spyder



(March 1, 2024) MODENA, Italy — Forever iconic — and now available as a spyder — Maserati presents GranCabrio, the brand’s latest creation dedicated to driving enthusiasts who demand the greatest levels of comfort and style. GranCabrio is a brand-new and equally elegant open-top version of its coupe twin, the award-winning GranTurismo.

Petersen Automotive Museum to debut 'GM’s Marvelous Motorama'



New exhibit will feature six 'Dream
Cars' from the Joe Bortz Collection



(February 29, 2024) LOS ANGELES — The Petersen Automotive Museum will celebrate “Dream Cars” from the 1950s with its newest exhibit, “GM's Marvelous Motorama: Dream Cars From the Joe Bortz Collection,” which will open on March 16. The exhibit will feature six concept cars, together for the first time under one roof, originally displayed at GM Motorama shows in 1953, ‘54 and ‘55.