MARCH 4, 2019

The number of brands on display in Geneva is increasing with newcomers from China and Russia. The show will include powerful all-electric hypercars following the path first tracked by American maker Tesla.

Autoline Daily 2019: Industry News for March 4

EVs Not Easier to Build Than ICE Vehicles; U.S. Car Sales Dip in February; Volvo To Limit Car Speeds

Change born from responsibility
The MAHLE Group is committed to making transportation more efficient, more environmentally friendly, and more comfortable by continuously optimizing the combustion engine, driving forward the use of alternative fuels, and laying the foundation for the widespread acceptance and worldwide introduction of e-mobility.

SEAT Minimó Tackles Europe’s Urban Mobility Issues

The tiny 2-seater has been developed as an answer to increasing traffic congestion and increasingly stringent emission regulations, says SEAT, unveils the Minimó at the 2019 Mobile World Congress and plans to display it at this week’s Geneva auto show.

Vitro Investing $60M in Auto Glass Technologies

The investments will be focused on North America to reinforce Vitro’s market leadership in automotive glass, the Mexican company says.

Car Finance Costs Spike in Wake of Brexit Vote

“With more than 90% of privately purchased cars being financed, potentially millions of drivers could be in for a shock when they come to replace their car,” Parkers Finance Editor Chris Lloyd says.

Survey Ranks Tesla Dealerships First in EV-Selling Effectiveness

Ironically, the electric-vehicle maker plans to shutter most of its retail outlets.

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