PARIS — French auto parts maker Valeo said its profit fell in the first half due to slowing car production in major markets. Operating profit fell 32 percent to 514 million euros ($ 573 million), shrinking the operating margin to…
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Koenigsegg Jesko engine deep dive: The world’s most-powerful production engine
The Koenigsegg Jesko burst onto the scene at this year’s Geneva International Motor Show with up to 1,600 horsepower and some other incredible specs, but let’s take a closer look into its amazing powerplant. Jason Fenske is our host on…
Production Byton M-Byte interior keeps concept’s promises with 48-inch screen
Byton promised that the production M-Byte electric SUV would hold true to the concept. On Thursday, the startup electric-car brand released teaser images of the production vehicle’s cockpit, and they confirm at least the interior will keep that promise. Yes,…
Aston Martin says demand for AM-RB 003 outstrips 500 planned for production
The Aston Martin AM-RB 003 doesn’t even have a proper name yet, but plenty of customers have already raised their hands to own one. According to a report from Autocar on Wednesday, Aston Martin said demand has far outstripped planned…
Aston Martin provides look at production of DB4 GT Zagato continuation cars
Aston Martin is building 19 additional examples of the DB4 GT Zagato of the 1960s to mark this year’s centennial of Italian design house Zagato, which has been helping to design special Aston Martins for the past 60 years. Each…
Ford ups Expedition, Navigator production a second time due to soaring demand
Ford announced Tuesday that it will increase production of the Expedition and its pricey Lincoln Navigator twin by 20 percent this summer to meet soaring demand. The increase comes after Ford upped the production of the SUVs by 25 percent…