The third-generation X6 is longer and wider than its predecessor, but with a lower height for better aerodynamics. An illuminated kidney grille will be available for the first time on a BMW.

Volvo subsidiary Polestar's first battery-electric sedan will feature a design element that is the antithesis of an EV -- a transmission tunnel.

BMW is hinting at plans for a new driving-oriented sports coupe with the introduction of the Vision M Next, a low-slung, two-door plug-in hybrid concept that previews the brand's design and technology roadmap.

BMW is broadening its flagship model range with the launch of an 8-series Gran Coupe, which will compete against rivals such as the Porsche Panamera, Mercedes-Benz CLS and the Audi A7.

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David Woodhouse, the British design executive who left Ford after 20 years, will become vice president of Nissan Design America.

Mercedes is pitching its new GLB, its first compact crossover with seven seats, at families who are looking for a high-riding alternative to station wagons.

Uwe Dreher, who led the launch of BMW's i electrified vehicle subbrand, has been elevated to marketing chief for BMW of North America.

Dietmar Exler will join sports investment company AMB Group after he steps down as Mercedes-Benz USA CEO this summer.

The full-electric Taycan is Porsche's near-silent answer to the electrification trend. Porsche's North American chief believes customers will embrace the change from V-6 growl to EV quiet.

Bernhard Kuhnt, BMW's North American CEO, has reason to be nervous about tariffs on his imported vehicles and parts. But his sales outlook remains optimistic.

Daimler executive Nicholas Speeks turned around Mercedes in China. Can he do the same in the United States?

Hoping to take some of the complexity out of a product portfolio that has proliferated in nameplates, model variants, trim packages and engine options over the last two decades, Mercedes told dealers that it will jettison some of its U.S. offerings.

Nicholas Speeks, who has steered Mercedes sales in China for more than six years, has been named chief of the brand's operations in the United States.

Dietmar Exler, who led Mercedes to three straight U.S. luxury sales titles before a decline this year, is expected to announce his departure to employees Friday, Automotive News has learned.

Infiniti President Christian Meunier has been recruited to become global president of Jeep. Frenchman Meunier fills a critical Jeep post that has been empty in recent months.