January 2018

BMW Group acquires Parkmobile, provider of digital parking solutions

(January 16, 2018) MUNICH, Germany — The BMW Group has acquired Parkmobile, LLC, the largest provider of mobile parking services in North America, making the BMW Group the leading international provider of digital parking solutions.

With its corporate strategy NUMBER ONE > NEXT, the BMW Group is firmly focused on the mobility of the future and investing heavily in tomorrow’s technologies, including expanding its range of mobility services. With the acquisition of Parkmobile, LLC, the company can better address an essential element of urban mobility: parking solutions.

Adient showcases passenger protection for autonomous-driving vehicles

(January 16, 2018) DETROIT — As seat systems become more flexible to address the rise of autonomous vehicles, they will change occupant seating positions, creating new safety challenges. Adient (NYSE: ADNT), the world's largest automotive seating supplier, is showcasing its advanced passive and active safety solutions for occupants, property and data at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) this month.

Hyundai Veloster gets new look for 2019

(January 16, 2018) DETROIT — Hyundai has unveiled its all-new Veloster and Veloster Turbo models at the North American International Auto Show. The fresh design was a collaborative effort of Hyundai designers from Seoul, South Korea, and the U.S. design center in Irvine, Calif.

The new Veloster features a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, powertrain enhancements, and a bevy of new and improved infotainment and connectivity features. The 2019 Veloster begins production in March in Ulsan, Korea, with U.S. market availability in the second quarter of 2018.

2019 Kia Forte gets sophisticated design, many new features

(January 16, 2018) DETROIT — Kia Motors America (KMA) hosted the global debut of the all-new 2019 Forte at the Detroit auto show on Monday. The Forte enters its third generation with a more sophisticated design and desirable features that transforms one of Kia’s best-selling vehicles into something more than a compact car meant for getting people from one point to another.

Acura RDX prototype debuts with evocative styling, higher performance

(January 16, 2018) DETROIT — The 2019 Acura RDX Prototype made its world debut Monday at the 2018 North American International Auto Show, providing a first look at the bold new design, advanced technology and luxury features of the luxury, five-passenger SUV, launching later this year. An established, perennial top-seller, the RDX has recorded five consecutive years of record sales and seven straight years of year-over-year sales growth.

Thinking inside the box — GMC Acadia is decent but breaks no new ground

By Jim Prueter
MotorwayAmerica.com

(January 15, 2018) The GMC Acadia was all new for 2017 when it downsized from a full-sized sport utility vehicle to a mid-size crossover, a bit smaller than the Ford Explorer and Dodge Durango it competes against. For 2018, Acadia is, for the most part, a carryover vehicle, meaning little has changed from last year.

All-new 2019 Ram truck introduced in Detroit

(January 15, 2018) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — FCA says the all-new 2019 Ram 1500 becomes the benchmark for durability, technology, efficiency and convenience with features never before offered in a pickup. Ram introduced the all new 2019 pickup at the Detroit auto show today. Overall weight for the Ram 1500 has been reduced by 225 pounds. As the truck’s backbone, the frame uses advanced materials and engineering to eliminate 100 pounds while increasing stiffness and durability for 12,750 pounds of towing capability and 2,300 pounds of payload.

All-new Toyota Avalon — Designed and assembled in the U.S.

(January 15, 2018) DETROIT — The roads of Avalon, the mystical paradise that inspired Toyota’s flagship nameplate, have likely never seen a mid-premium sedan like this. Safe to say, neither has the North American International Auto Show. Until now. 
 
Underpinned by a Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, and powered by a fuel-efficient 3.5-liter V6 or Toyota Hybrid System (THS II) powertrain, the 2019 Toyota Avalon embodies consumers’ overarching desire for high-caliber, design-centric, technologically-savvy modes of attainable, premium transportation.

All-new larger Volkswagen Jetta revealed at Detroit auto show

(January 15, 2018) DETROIT, Mich. — Volkswagen unveiled the all-new 2019 Jetta at the North American International Auto Show Sunday. The Jetta is one of the world’s most successful sedans, with more than 17 million models sold worldwide since it was introduced in 1979: more than 3.2 million of those vehicles have been sold in the United States.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class reinvented with 2019 edition

(January 15, 2018) DETROIT — The new Mercedes-Benz G-Class presents itself in top form. Whether on or off the road and whatever the operating conditions, the off-road vehicle impresses with its performance, cutting-edge assistance systems, outstanding handling, and safety.

At the same time, the new suspension, the DYNAMIC SELECT driving modes, the "G-Mode" and the three 100-percent differential locks enhance not only ride comfort but also agility — on any surface.