APRIL 8, 2020

Wards 10 Best Interiors Testing Hardly Business as Usual

We’re taking the process virtual, using Microsoft Teams so editors can shoot live video inside nominated vehicles while discussing features relevant to our judging criteria. Other judges will be watching on their laptops from home.

Autoline Daily: Industry News

More Pay Cuts; More Dismal Sales Forecasts; Audi Manufactures a Classical Music Concert

Magna Team Designs Field Emergency Ventilator

A Magna-designed seat recliner motor and lever automatically compresses a self-inflating bag as used in emergency rooms for patients not breathing or having difficulty breathing.

Economist Predicts Auto-Sales Recession

Jonathan Smoke, chief economist for Cox Automotive, predicts U.S. sales of new light vehicles are headed for fewer than 12 million units in 2020, down from 17.1 million in 2019.

Hyundai, FCA, Toyota Roll COVID-Aware Ads

The No.1 ad for the week of March 30 is a coronavirus-aware spot that promotes Hyundai Assurance, a program that will cover payments for up to six months if a buyer loses their job this year due to COVID-19.

Auto Tech Check: ’20 Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription

For Wards Intelligence Subscribers
Even though the XC90 is due for an update, its tech is still as fresh and functional as that of its competitors.

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