If you have followed our reports regarding the current automobile industry antitrust investigation in China, you may know that Audi China was found to be in violation of the Chinese antitrust regulation, and Audi China will receive a fine for this.

Today news came out that the fine amount is RMB 18 billion, which is equivalent to around USD $300 million.

The RMB 18 billion fine is divided on to each Audi China dealership, and is calculated by percentage of the annual total revenue of each dealership. The percentage is from 1% to 6%, depends on how cooperative of that dealership in the investigation process.

According to China National Development and Reform Commission (ND...

Today Volvo has revealed more details about the upcoming 2016 XC90. This time the information is focusing on the SUV’s architecture framework.

Starting from the 2016 XC90, most of the Volvo’s next-generation vehicles will be based on the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). Within the SPA framework, only one thing is fixed: the distance between the front axle and the engine compartment firewall; Other than that, all other parameters are completely flexible, as shown in the bellow illustration.

Of course, the SPA is a front-wheel-drive layout.

One thing you may not notice: the SPA-based 2016 XC90, is using a transvers...

Model year 2015 will be the last year for the 3rd generation MX-5 Miata (NC).

While there is less than a month that Mazda to reveal the 4th-gen 2016 Miata (ND generation, will be revealed Sep. 3, 2014), there are already some spy shots leaked out on the internet, below are some of the latest one.

Pay attention to the iPad style LCD screen on top of the dash.

Please see our previous report for mechanical information of the 2016 Miata. Also our excellent in-depth analysis of the Miata family is not to be missed too!

Today GM released some information regarding the 2015 model year Escalade. Below are major mechanical updates and feature changes:

– A new 8-speed automatic transmission (replaces the previous 6-speed AT)
– 2-speed transfer case with off-road gear for AWD models
– New electronic features as standard in all trims: surround view camera, 4G LTE connectivity, hands-free closing functionality for the electric tailgate
– New Escalade Platinum trim with lots of luxury options, MSRP starts at $90,270 (not includint $995 destination charge)

One comment: a Cadillac sells for more than $90k, such a challenge. For more information please refer to the following press release.

Today Nissan USA released the pricing info for the 2015 370Z.

There is no major mechanical changes for the 2015 model year, below are highlights:

– Re-tuned suspension and steering
– Base model adds Bluetooth connectivity as standard
– Sport and Sport Tech trims (with various electronic features)
– Significant price drop for the 370Z NISMO trim, base MSRP $41,999 (a decrease of $1,030)
– 370Z NISMO has GT-R styled front fascia, LED daytime running light
– New wheel designs available across all trims

Pricing info:

370Z Coupe: $29,990
370Z Roadster: $41,820
370Z NISMO: $41,999