Here are the latest Reports from The Wall Street Journals ‘Drivers Seat’.
The Big Worry About Driverless Cars? Losing Privacy
The concept of self-driving cars may be all the rage in technology circles, but the organization that represents big U.S. auto makers says a new poll due out later this week indicates many U.S. consumers are wary about sharing the road with robot vehicles that could be hacked by mischief makers.
Ford Recalls 465,000 Cars, SUVs for Fuel Leaks
Ford Motor Co. recalled 465,000 cars globally for a flaw that can cause fuel leaks in nine 2013 model-year vehicles, including the popular Fusion sedan.
SUVs, Pickups Push U.S. Auto Sales Higher
Strong demand for new pickup trucks and sport-utility vehicles boosted U.S. sales in May for major auto makers, but some analysts questioned whether the market’s recovery is starting to level off.
‘Storm Chaser’ Tim Samaras Dies in Oklahoma Tornado
Tim Samaras, an engineer known best for his research into tornadoes and other severe weather phenomena, died when they vehicle was overrun by a powerful storm near El Reno, Okla. His death came as a surprise becasue many people in the weather business considered him an especially careful scientist who avoided unnecessary risks.
BMW to Build Driving Center in Korea
German auto maker BMW Group is hoping to cash in on younger South Koreans’ increasing desire for luxury and brand-name goods by building a driving center in the country.
Car Buyers are Increasingly Loyal to their Brands
Brand loyalty is a big factor that influences how car makers design, build and market their vehicles.
Kia’s K9 Sedan Gains Two Zeros in the U.S.
As far as unfortunate car names go, Kia is far from the worst offender. But its K9 sedan gained two zeros in the U.S., suggesting it’s keen to avoid featuring again.
Vote: Would You Build or Bag These Concept Cars?
Power, speed and versatility — those are the buzzwords for the crop of concept cars auto makers are fielding using to whet consumer’s appetites at this year’s the Detroit auto show this week.
Daimler CEO Isn’t Investing in Tesla’s Giga-Factory
Daimler Chief Executive Dieter Zetsche says he’d never disregard an idea from Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk. But Daimler won’t be an investor in Mr. Musk’s concept of building a huge, electric car battery “giga-factory.”
Hong Kong’s Literary Nobility
It has been a bad year for Asian businesses evocative of James Clavell’s “Noble House.”
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