# InAutoNews > Automotive news, reviews and analysis InAutoNews is an automotive news publication. It published daily from 2008 to 2018, went dark, and was relaunched in 2026 under new, unaffiliated ownership. ## How to read this archive - Articles dated before 2018 are **rebuilt**, not original. The publication covered the story at that address at that time; the words are newly written for the relaunch and are not the original text. Every such article says so on the page, above the body. - An article showing two dates was first published on the earlier one and last revised on the later one. - AI-assisted articles exist and are labelled in the markup. Every one is read and approved by a named human editor before publication; the database refuses to publish one otherwise. - Photographs are real photographs, used under a free licence, with the photographer and the licence credited beneath the picture and linked to the original file. - Anything credited as an illustration is editorial artwork rather than a photograph: never a depiction of a real vehicle, person or event, and always labelled as such on the page. ## Who writes this The full masthead is at https://www.inautonews.com/authors. - [Chris Wilson](https://www.inautonews.com/authors/chris-wilson) — Automotive journalist - [Editorial Desk](https://www.inautonews.com/authors/editorial-desk) — house byline for work produced by the newsroom collectively - [Steve James](https://www.inautonews.com/authors/steve-james) — Automotive journalist ## Sections - [News](https://www.inautonews.com/category/home/news) - [Reviews](https://www.inautonews.com/category/home/reviews) - [Electric](https://www.inautonews.com/category/home/electric) - [Motorsport](https://www.inautonews.com/category/home/motorsport) - [Industry](https://www.inautonews.com/category/home/industry) - [Motor Shows](https://www.inautonews.com/category/home/motor-shows) ## Recent articles - [Consumer Reports Drives 2014 Cadillac ELR: High-Tech, Low Impact](https://www.inautonews.com/video-2014-cadillac-elr-driven-by-consumer-reports): Consumer Reports tested the 2014 Cadillac ELR, highlighting its advanced hybrid system but also pointing out reliability concerns with its infotainment electronics. - [Dacia Lodgy MPV: First Images Released Ahead of Geneva Debut](https://www.inautonews.com/dacia-lodgy-mpv-–-first-image-revealed): Dacia has revealed the first official images of its Lodgy MPV, a five- or seven-seat budget model set to debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. - [Porsche Surprises LA Auto Show with Macan Compact SUV Unveiling](https://www.inautonews.com/porsche-announcing-a-surprise-car-for-the-la-auto-show): Porsche revealed the Macan, its first compact crossover, at the 2013 LA Auto Show, aiming to broaden its appeal and take on a growing luxury SUV segment. - [MIT and Volkswagen Develop AIDA: The In-Car Robot That Learns With You](https://www.inautonews.com/mits-affective-intelligent-driving-agent-aida): AIDA, a dashboard-mounted robot developed by MIT and Volkswagen, aims to transform driving by learning driver habits, reading emotions and offering real-time, personalised guidance. - [Geely Opens Russian Assembly Line with Derways Partnership](https://www.inautonews.com/geely-inaugurates-vehicle-assembly-line-in-russia): Chinese manufacturer Geely has launched vehicle assembly in Karachay-Cherkessia, targeting 12,000 units annually as it seeks a stronger foothold in the Russian market. - [Ascari Cars to Be Sold to Chinese Buyer, Says Founder](https://www.inautonews.com/ascari-brand-to-be-sold-to-chinese-company-report-says): Dutch supercar maker Ascari is set for new ownership, with founder Klaas Zwart confirming a sale and reports pointing to a Chinese automotive group as the buyer. - [2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class fully revealed ahead of New York debut](https://www.inautonews.com/photo-gallery-2013-mercedes-benz-gl-fully-leaked): Official photos of the 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class surfaced ahead of its New York Auto Show launch, showing a redesigned body, new interior and updated engine range. - [Koenigsegg’s Ambitious Saab Plan Unveiled, Then Unravels](https://www.inautonews.com/long-term-koenigsegg-business-plan-for-saab-revealed): Koenigsegg’s brief bid to acquire Saab in 2009 promised new models, niche positioning and a focus on efficiency, but the deal collapsed before any plan could be realised. - [Team Lotus to Rebrand as Caterham After Lotus Name Dispute Ends](https://www.inautonews.com/team-lotus-to-announce-title-sponsor-change-name): A settlement between Team Lotus and Group Lotus ends the F1 naming row, with Team Lotus becoming Caterham F1 and Renault adopting the Lotus chassis name for 2012. - [Fiat Group unveils special editions and 2014 updates at Frankfurt](https://www.inautonews.com/fiat-presents-its-frankfurt-motor-show-line-up): Fiat, Abarth, Alfa Romeo and Maserati focused on new limited editions and refreshed models for the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, highlighting special series across their ranges. - [Lyft Secures $1 Billion Investment Led by Alphabet’s CapitalG](https://www.inautonews.com/lyft-will-raise-1-billion-to-compete-with-uber): Alphabet’s CapitalG leads a $1 billion funding round for Lyft, raising its valuation to $11 billion and intensifying the US ride-hailing contest with Uber. - [Russia Overtakes Germany as Europe’s Biggest Car Market, Twice](https://www.inautonews.com/germany-to-be-overtaken-by-russia-as-the-biggest-european-car-market): Russia first surpassed Germany in new car sales in 2008 and briefly reclaimed second place in August 2026, but experts caution the latest leap is unlikely to last. - [Saab’s Bankruptcy Leaves Future Uncertain as Buyer Search Drags On](https://www.inautonews.com/bankrupt-saab-still-doesnt-have-a-buyer): Saab Automobile’s December 2011 bankruptcy followed failed rescue efforts and leaves thousands of jobs and the fate of its assets in limbo while administrators seek a buyer. - [Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge Prototype Moves Closer to Production](https://www.inautonews.com/report-infiniti-ready-to-produce-q50-eau-rogue): Infiniti has advanced the Q50 Eau Rouge from concept to running prototype, with a 560-hp twin-turbo V6 and intensive testing underway. - [Consumer Reports names cars to avoid in 2018 US market](https://www.inautonews.com/us-consumer-reports-also-says-what-cars-you-should-avoid): Fiat 500L, Mitsubishi Mirage and Jeep Compass are among the models flagged by Consumer Reports for poor scores in reliability, safety or owner satisfaction. - [Japanese automakers deepen US investment and R&D commitment](https://www.inautonews.com/japanese-automakers-increase-investment-and-rd-in-america): Japanese-brand automakers have expanded their US manufacturing and R&D footprint, with cumulative investment surpassing $51 billion and direct employment topping 93,000 by 2018. - [LG Secures $370m Audio Systems Deal with Volkswagen Group](https://www.inautonews.com/lg-will-supply-car-audio-systems-to-volkswagen-group): LG Electronics will supply car audio systems to Volkswagen, SEAT and Škoda from 2012 under a seven-year agreement valued at $370 million. - [Nissan's Scratch Shield Paint Licensed for Mobile Phones](https://www.inautonews.com/scratch-shield-paint-from-nissan-will-be-used-for-mobile-phone-application): Nissan's self-healing Scratch Shield paint, first used on its cars, will be applied to NTT DoCoMo mobile phones in Japan and has also appeared on prototype iPhone cases. - [Genesis G90 Makes North American Debut at Detroit Auto Show](https://www.inautonews.com/2016-detroit-auto-show-2017-genesis-g90-premieres-in-north-america-gallery): Hyundai’s Genesis brand unveiled the 2017 G90 luxury saloon in Detroit, introducing two petrol engines, advanced safety tech and a spacious, high-spec interior. - [Fiat weighs Innocenti revival as low-cost brand option](https://www.inautonews.com/fiat-considering-low-cost-brand-may-revive-innocenti-name): Fiat is considering reviving the Innocenti name for a new budget marque, targeting emerging markets and aiming to follow the success of rivals like Dacia and Datsun. - [BMW to Introduce Two Diesel Models in North America for 2008](https://www.inautonews.com/six-bmw-diesel-models-going-to-north-america): BMW will launch the 335d sedan and X5 3.0sd SUV in the US market in 2008, both powered by a new six-cylinder diesel engine meeting all 50-state emissions standards. - [Aftermarket Exhaust Upgrades for SLS AMG, Gallardo, R8 V10 and 1M Coupe](https://www.inautonews.com/exhaust-systems-for-sls-amg-gallardo-r8-v10-and-1m-coupe-by-akrapovic): Performance exhaust manufacturers target flagship supercars and BMW's 1M Coupe with systems promising sharper sound, lower weight and measurable gains. - [Lexus LF-LC Concept Makes European Debut at Villa d’Este](https://www.inautonews.com/concorso-d’eleganza-villa-d’este-lexus-lf-lc-concept): Lexus entered its LF-LC Concept in the 2012 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, showcasing the hybrid 2+2 coupé to a European audience after its Detroit premiere. - [BMW considers X8 and new flagship model above 7 Series](https://www.inautonews.com/bmw-x7-x8-and-new-model-above-the-7-series-being-considered): BMW is exploring a coupe-styled X8 SUV to sit above the X7, alongside discussions about a new range-topping model positioned above the 7 Series. - [Mahindra Denies US Dealers’ Allegations as Court Blocks Class Action](https://www.inautonews.com/mahindra-denies-all-dealers’-accusations): Mahindra & Mahindra has rejected all fraud and misrepresentation claims from US dealers, following a court decision to deny class action status in the long-running dispute. - [Chrysler Ends PT Cruiser Production After Decade-Long Run](https://www.inautonews.com/chrysler-restarts-production-of-pt-cruiser): The final PT Cruiser left Chrysler’s Toluca, Mexico plant in July 2010, closing the chapter on a car that once defined retro design and mass-market appeal. - [Montante and Maserati Mark 8CTF Indy Win with Limited-Edition Bike](https://www.inautonews.com/montante-for-maserati-8ctf-bike): Montante and Maserati have collaborated on a made-to-order, single-speed bicycle inspired by the 8CTF race car, limited to just 200 individually numbered units. - [Nissan Invitation Concept Previews Next B-Segment Hatch for Europe](https://www.inautonews.com/nissan-invitation-concept-unveiled-ahead-of-geneva-debut): Nissan has revealed the Invitation concept ahead of its Geneva Motor Show debut, previewing a new B-segment hatchback set to join the European range in 2013. - [Mercedes-Benz CLA price rises for 2015 in the US](https://www.inautonews.com/2015-mercedes-benz-cla-gets-price-increased-in-the-u-s): The 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA sees its US entry price jump by $1,600, making the CLA250 more expensive than the Audi A3 and pushing all variants above $30,000. - [Audi Q5 video pokes fun at Lexus RX in latest promo](https://www.inautonews.com/video-audi-q5-promo-released-dont-be-a-lexus-rx): Audi launches a new promotional video for the Q5, taking a direct swipe at the Lexus RX and referencing Lexus’s iconic glass-balancing advert. ## Everything else - [Full index](https://www.inautonews.com/sitemap.xml) — every published URL - [Archive](https://www.inautonews.com/archive) — the recovered back catalogue - 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