Diana T. Kurylko
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Model T had many shades; black dried fastest
You've heard the phrase umpteen times: 'You can have any color as long as it's black.' It's one of the most famous quotes attributed to Henry Ford, about his Model T. Too bad it's not true. → Read More
Volvo announces 3 regional executive moves in U.S.
Volvo Car USA has announced three executive changes in its regional structure effective May 1. → Read More
BMW promotes Petter Witt to N.A. vice president of operations
BMW has rewarded a regional manager who “fully embraced” the automaker’s efforts to create its Future Retail dealership standards. Petter Witt becomes executive vice president, operations, in North America, effective May 1. → Read More
BMW promotes Peter Witt to N.A. vice president of operations
BMW has promoted Petter Witt to executive vice president, operations, in North America, effective May 1. He will replace J. Chris Koenders, who will return to Europe and assume a newly created job. → Read More
Volvo plans self-driving trial in U.S.
Volvo plans to launch an autonomous-drive project in the United States, but that would come some time after its Drive Me pilot that launches in Gothenburg, Sweden, in late 2017. → Read More
JLR unveils new store design
Jaguar Land Rover is rolling out a new dealership facility standard that's designed to feature both brands in a dual store. The new corporate identity program called Arch is global and mandatory. → Read More
Subaru launches second phase of dealer expansion program
Subaru dealers were told at their make meeting today that a second phase of the Fixed Operations Expansion, or FOX, program is underway. Subaru of America CEO Tom Doll said he expects up to 80 more dealers to sign up for the program to expand their service facilities. → Read More
BMW has ultraluxe $100K X7 in works
BMW will sell two versions of its new X7 crossover - the already announced seven-seater and a $100,000-plus four-seater with a distinct look, said Ian Robertson, BMW AG board member for sales. → Read More
BMW service satisfaction will go up, Willisch says
BMW's service satisfaction scores will improve after tightening standards at dealers, North American chief Ludwig Willisch says. → Read More
Subaru unveils larger 2017 Impreza packed with technology, safety features
Subaru's slightly larger and redesigned Impreza compact car, with a new athletic stance, improved technology and additional safety features, debuted today at the New York auto show. → Read More
BMW readies financial aid for dealers hobbled by Takata recall
BMW of North America is crafting a financial aid package to help U.S. dealers weather a stop-sale order on about 840,000 cars and light trucks affected by the recall of Takata Corp. airbags, according to recent notices sent to dealers. → Read More
BMW perseveres with i3 in tough environment for EVs
Since its launch two years ago, the BMW i3 has become the No. 3-selling electric vehicle in the U.S. But BMW executives and analysts say the car could be a tough sell in coming months. Low gasoline prices, which hurt EV sales in general, are a major reason. But the i3, as the initial vehicle in BMW's grand plan to become the most sustainable luxury brand in the world, is showing that pioneering… → Read More
BMW plans an autonomous EV for 'next era of mobility'
BMW's strategy for the next 10 years will include an all-new autonomous electric vehicle called iNext, CEO Harald Krueger said at the group's annual financial press conference. → Read More
Cars will become 'personal companions,' Krueger says
The futuristic autonomous, highly connected Vision Next 100 concept car shown last week hints at BMW's future direction into increased connectivity, says its CEO. → Read More
Subaru's redesigned Impreza set for New York debut
Subaru will show its new generation model-year 2017 Impreza at the New York auto show later this month. A teaser photo shows a front headlight and a bit of the sculpted front end. → Read More
Lutz helped create 'Driving Machine' tag line
Automotive legend Bob Lutz, a BMW board member in the early 1970s, played a significant role in raising BMW's profile. In particular, he is credited with helping create company-owned sales arms in Europe. → Read More
Subaru aims to raise baby crossover bar with XV concept
Subaru, one of the first brands to successfully field a subcompact crossover, the Crosstrek, is reloading with a redesigned 2018 model based on a new concept it vows will raise the bar in the segment. → Read More
Mini uses TV to cultivate 'mature brand' image
Mini spent more than half of its record marketing budget last year on TV to build awareness. It's part of the new strategy to portray Mini as a more 'mature brand' and attract new buyers. → Read More
Mini's 5th 'superhero' could be a compact sedan
BMW's Mini is considering a premium compact sedan as its fifth volume model -- one of several options to grow the brand. → Read More
Despite shrinking segment, Volvo thinks V90 wagon will work in U.S.
Volvo is launching the V90 large premium station wagon into a small segment that's been pushed aside by crossovers and SUVs. But Volvo's station wagon heritage may renew interest in the U.S., according to company executives and an analyst. → Read More