Consumer confidence and sentiment both decreased in November…
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Mustang Advanced Engineering Developing Electric Vehicle Testing Solutions
Mustang Advanced Engineering (MAE) is currently designing, developing and manufacturing made-to-order test stands for various electric vehicles (EVs), including drivetrains (electric motor, power supply and inverter) and electric axle testing projects. MAE recently delivered a test stand to Proterra, a manufacturer of zero-emission heavy-duty EVs based in California, for research and development testing of Proterra’s… Continue reading Mustang Advanced Engineering Developing Electric Vehicle Testing Solutions
High Times for Flying Cars
Chances for a sci-fi-predicted future are looking up after three flying car companies recently made headlines…
All Eyes on the Future of OEM and Aftermarket Development
A glance at the automotive aftermarket’s year ahead as it bounces back from COVID-19…
Key Performance Indicators Report — October 2020
A comprehensive source for industry insights, exclusive interviews, new and used vehicle data, manufacturing summaries, economic analysis, consumer reporting, relevant global affairs and more…
KPI — October: The Brief
Keeping a cap on COVID-19 cases could be the key to continued economic recovery…
KPI – October: State of Business: Automotive Industry
As the aftermarket prepares for SEMA360, the industry continues to wrestle with COVID-related challenges and an uncertain economic and political environment…
KPI — October: New and Used Vehicle Sales
While new vehicle sales are heading in the right direction, the market is faced with low supply, fewer incentives and high prices…
KPI — October: Recent Vehicle Recalls
A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…
KPI — October: State of the Economy
Economic indicators improved at a greater-than-expected rate over the summer, but the rebound is slowing amid a sharp uptick in new COVID-19 cases…
KPI — October: State of the Manufacturing Sector
While certain industry sectors are experiencing difficulties, manufacturing demand is trending upward…
KPI — October: Consumer Trends
Consumer confidence decreased in October after a sharp increase in September…
Yellowstone National Park to Launch Autonomous Shuttle Program
Beep, a Florida-based autonomous Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) provider, announced it will deploy the first autonomous shuttles at Yellowstone National Park with the National Parks Service (NPS) in May 2021. The pilot program will test multi-passenger, electric automated vehicle platforms to provide visitors a transportation alternative while exploring Yellowstone. Beep will work in concert with both NPS… Continue reading Yellowstone National Park to Launch Autonomous Shuttle Program
Ford F-Series Tops List of Most Frequently Stolen Vehicles
Car thieves have a new favorite target: the Ford Full Size Pick-Up. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau’s (NICB) latest “Hot Wheels” report, which includes crime data from across the country, Ford Full Size Pick-Ups were the most stolen vehicle in 2019, supplanting the Honda Civic as the top target of theft. The report… Continue reading Ford F-Series Tops List of Most Frequently Stolen Vehicles
Survey Shows Strong Interest in Driving, Classic Car Ownership Among Millennials, Gen Z
More than half of Millennial and Gen Z respondents expressed interest in owning a classic car…