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Hyundai promotes former VW designer to global role in Seoul

Hyundai promoted its China design director, Simon Loasby, to head its styling group in Seoul. Before joining Hyundai, Loasby worked for Volkswagen, Rolls-Royce and Bentley.
Hyundai hires former Nissan exec Munoz for global, Americas roles

Hyundai appointed former Nissan executive Jose Munoz as global chief operating officer, as well as head of its American operations.
Genesis Mint shows luxury small car for crowded cities

The Genesis Mint city car from Hyundai's premium brand is a design exercise scaled to dense urban environments where space is at a premium, but luxury is still appreciated.
Lexus LF-1 stresses style over utility
The Lexus LF-1 Limitless crossover concept defines a fresh segment for the brand: a light truck focused more on style and driving dynamics than utility.
Lexus readies crossover flagship concept
Lexus is readying a crossover concept that it's calling a new "flagship," perhaps mimicking a move with its car lineup where it created the new LC flagship coupe priced above $100,000. The concept will debut at the Detroit auto show next month.
Lexus pads LX cargo space
While Lexus was unwrapping its first three-row RX with more seats for growing families, it was also introducing a new version of the big LX SUV for buyers who want fewer seats and more cargo space.
Lexus stretches RX crossover to add optional third row
The RX is Lexus' top seller and the best-selling luxury vehicle in the U.S., but dealers have clamored for a family-friendly version for years. The 2018 RX L is stretched at the rear and goes on sale in December, a key month for Lexus.
Toyota preps another small crossover concept
Toyota will unwrap a small crossover concept vehicle at the Los Angeles auto show geared toward outdoor enthusiasts and urban dwellers. It will be the third crossover concept introduced this year based on the company's new modular platform.
Lexus to unwrap 3-row RX crossover at L.A. show
Lexus' U.S. dealers have clamored for a family-friendly version of the popular RX crossover for years, but it's unclear whether the third row will accommodate two or three passengers.
Lexus concept showcases self-driving tech
Lexus' newest concept car, based on the re-engineered LS sedan, will be used to showcase its self-driving technologies and design direction.
Audi's Mexico plant getting high-end neighbor, but who will come?
A master-planned 'city for the future' rises in the fields alongside Audi's Mexico plant. Can it attract auto workers making $15 a day?
Audi's Mexico plant sees labor discord over pay, benefits
Workers at Audi's new Mexican plant are holding their union leadership responsible for what they say are less-than-premium wages and benefits.
Lexus spices up LS flagship with F Sport variant
Lexus, aiming like many automakers to pump some excitement into the lackluster car market, is giving the redesigned LS 500 flagship sedan some sporty bells and whistles just months after its introduction at the Detroit auto show.
Toyota works with UK firm to find new materials for zero-emission vehicles
Toyota is investing $35 million in a research program to identify advanced battery materials and fuel-cell catalysts for zero-emission vehicles. Research projects will include collaborations with three U.S. universities and a UK-based materials science firm.
Toyota exec sees tariffs depressing U.S. auto industry
President-elect Donald Trump's threatened border tax on autos and auto parts coming into the U.S. would depress the entire industry, said Jim Lentz, CEO of Toyota Motor North America.