Volvo has called for the introduction of standardised charging infrastructure for electric cars. It believes that a simple, standardised, fast and global charging infrastructure is needed to cement this technology and ensure customers fully embrace electric vehicles. Volvo’s senior vice president for research and development Dr Peter Mertens said, ‘We see that a shift towards [...]

The Audi Group plans to launch more than 20 new or revised models and to continue its growth in 2016. This year, Audi will maintain its high speed product initiative. With the new Audi Q2 for example, the company intends to conquer a new market segment and continue the success story of the Q family. [...]

Three quarters of SMMT members say remaining in Europe is best for their business, according to the results of a new independent survey. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), which represents the breadth of UK automotive businesses, from car and CV makers to parts suppliers and aftermarket companies, set out its members’ position [...]

BMW and Renault are both hoping the German government will introduce initiatives to accelerate demand for electric cars in the country. Speaking at the Geneva International Motor Show yesterday, both manufacturers said they were hopeful that support from Chancellor Angela Merkel would be forthcoming. BMW AG chief executive officer Harald Krueger said, ‘We need government [...]

Google has accepted responsibility for a collision involving one of its self-driving cars. Although its cars have been involved in 18 accidents since testing began in 2010, this is the first time Google has admitted its technology was to blame. Its Lexus SUV tried to merge into traffic on a busy road in Silicon Valley, [...]