White House administration reviewing safety benefits of heavier cars, despite environmental concerns
By CRM Staff Washington, D.C. — February 14, 2018 — In a controversial announcement, the Trump administration proclaimed its intention to review the potential safety benefits of heavier cars. This came along side their announcement to consider decreasing fuel economy targets by as much as 23 percent. Larry Hutchinson, president and chief executive […]
Ford commits to $5 million investment in the future of composites
By Mike Davey Knoxville, Tennessee — October 24, 2016 — Carbon fibre and other composites are still largely used by high-end manufacturers, but the company that practically defined “mass market” in the automotive world seems to have its eyes on the materials. Ford has recently joined the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) as […]
Friday Fun: Consolidation insights, Chrysler working on fuel cells and the Ford Bronco will return in 2018
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — October 6, 2016 — This week we look at the latest report from industry analyst Bradley Mewes, the reintroduction of the Ford Bronco just in time for OJ Simpson’s parole hearing and the fuel cell vehicle Chevrolet is developing for the US Army. – Collision repair industry analyst Bradley […]
Friday Fun Reads: Deiselgate, diamond speakers, and the disappearing red car
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — September 24, 2015 — A collection of interesting auto sector news bits from the week that was: – The biggest story of the week, of course, is Deiselgate. VW admitted it had been programming its cars to cheat on emissions testing standards. The auto industry trade media has, collectively, […]
