Erik Derr 1

Correspondent, WardsAuto

Latest from Erik Derr 1

Chevy Bolt equipped with AEye iDAR solidstate robotic perception technologies
Sustainability
AEye Unveils Next-Gen Lidar SystemAEye Unveils Next-Gen Lidar System
byErik Derr 1
Jan 9, 2018
3 Min Read
Refreshed Sorento both rugged and refined automaker says
Kia
Kia Touts Extensive Improvements to ’19 SorentoKia Touts Extensive Improvements to ’19 Sorento
byErik Derr 1
Dec 6, 2017
2 Min Read

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Strobersquos Lidar prototype mimics radarrsquos ability to measure targetrsquos speed
General Motors
Lidar System Key to GM’s Autonomous-Car Development
Lidar System Key to GM’s Autonomous-Car Development
Dec 1, 2017
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5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Dogs underscore Subaru Ascentrsquos familyfriendliness at LA auto show unveiling
Subaru
Subaru Courts Families With New 3-Row Ascent
Subaru Courts Families With New 3-Row Ascent
Nov 29, 2017
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1 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Smartphone displaying Fair apprsquos signature page
Finance & Insurance
App Aims to Make Fair Used-Car Leasing
App Aims to Make Fair Used-Car Leasing
Nov 13, 2017
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6 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
EV pundit says price PR risks could undercut Tesla for police use
Tesla
Expert Not Electrified by Tesla As Police Cruiser
Expert Not Electrified by Tesla As Police Cruiser
Nov 15, 2016
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4 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
EVs only starting point for ldquoenergy innovationrdquo Musk says
Internal Combustion Engines
Sustainability, Innovation Driving Tesla CEO Musk
Sustainability, Innovation Driving Tesla CEO Musk
Jul 26, 2016
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6 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Teslarsquos minishowroom next to menrsquos clothing department at LAarea Nordstrom
Retail
Dealers Keep Wary Eye on Tesla’s Nordstrom Showcase
Dealers Keep Wary Eye on Tesla’s Nordstrom Showcase
Jul 5, 2016
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3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Model 3 priced at less than half of Teslarsquos pioneering 80000 Model X
Internal Combustion Engines
Tesla’s Model 3 Bids to Grow Electric-Vehicle Market
Tesla’s Model 3 Bids to Grow Electric-Vehicle Market
Apr 1, 2016
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3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Diminutive Mirage big part of Mitsubishirsquos US sales gains
Automakers
Mitsubishi Looks to Connect With Younger Buyers
Mitsubishi Looks to Connect With Younger Buyers
Nov 20, 2015
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3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Impreza Concept loses boxy look gains boxer engine
Subaru
Impreza Concept No Sedate Sedan for Surging Subaru
Impreza Concept No Sedate Sedan for Surging Subaru
Nov 20, 2015
|
2 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Mercedes SL65 AMGrsquos V12 good for 630 hp
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz Highlights G-Forces at LA Auto Show
Mercedes-Benz Highlights G-Forces at LA Auto Show
Nov 19, 2015
|
3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Honda Taps Into Culture of Silicon Valley Innovation
Honda
Honda Taps Into Culture of Silicon Valley Innovation
Honda Taps Into Culture of Silicon Valley Innovation
Nov 12, 2015
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5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Off to fast start original Fisker crashed
Industry
Can Fisker Create Better Karma Second Time Around?
Can Fisker Create Better Karma Second Time Around?
Sep 23, 2015
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11 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Female consumers open to previous tech advances expert says
Industry
Tech Guru Doubts Women Will Shun Driverless Cars
Tech Guru Doubts Women Will Shun Driverless Cars
Jul 6, 2015
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5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
State offering up to 1500 to scrap old vehicle for new or used EV PHEV
Electric
California Incentives to Put EVs, PHEVs in Hands of Low-Income Buyers
California Incentives to Put EVs, PHEVs in Hands of Low-Income Buyers
Jul 2, 2015
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4 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Mitsubishi launching Outlander PHEV in US next year
Regulatory
Will CARB’s Eased ZEV Rules Grow Cleaner-Car Demand?
Will CARB’s Eased ZEV Rules Grow Cleaner-Car Demand?
Jun 24, 2015
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4 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Takata recall changed everything billrsquos author says
Regulatory
California Auto Recall Bill Pulled Despite Strong Lawmaker Support
California Auto Recall Bill Pulled Despite Strong Lawmaker Support
Jun 18, 2015
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4 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Dealersrsquo proactive approach protects sales
Retail
California Car Retailers Outrunning Recall Storm
California Car Retailers Outrunning Recall Storm
Jun 8, 2015
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5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Honda offers handson training to current and wouldbe manufacturing employees
Honda
Honda Initiative Clears Career Path to Manufacturing
Honda Initiative Clears Career Path to Manufacturing
Apr 28, 2015
|
5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Fisker harnesses 725 horses to Rocket pony car
Sustainability
Green Not Fading as Fisker Fulfills Need for Speed
Green Not Fading as Fisker Fulfills Need for Speed
Mar 30, 2015
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5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Refined BYD e6 EV receives Uberrsquos blessing
Dealers
Rebate Cutoff Ups Cost of Uber Bid for Greener Fleet
Rebate Cutoff Ups Cost of Uber Bid for Greener Fleet
Mar 25, 2015
|
5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
X6 M packs punch with 575 hp 552 lbft of torque
BMW
BMW Infuses X-Series CUVs With Sports-Car Performance
BMW Infuses X-Series CUVs With Sports-Car Performance
Nov 21, 2014
|
3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Automaker sees hardtoprsquos bigger dimensions attracting bigger audience
Mini
Mini Bills New Cooper-Based Hardtop as 5-Door Hatch
Mini Bills New Cooper-Based Hardtop as 5-Door Hatch
Nov 20, 2014
|
3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
GM Korea CEO Sergio Rocha led 2013 womenrsquos issues conference
General Motors
GM Korea Driving Career Opportunities for Women
GM Korea Driving Career Opportunities for Women
Nov 20, 2014
|
3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
HRV stands for HiRider Revolutionary Vehiclerdquo
Honda
Honda Says New HR-V Subcompact CUV Fit for Gen Y
Honda Says New HR-V Subcompact CUV Fit for Gen Y
Nov 19, 2014
|
5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Changwon plant boosts output as Damas Labo return by popular demand
General Motors
GM Korea’s Changwon Plant Firing on All Cylinders
GM Korea’s Changwon Plant Firing on All Cylinders
Nov 14, 2014
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4 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Three of four GM Korea plants running above capacity
General Motors
'Car Guy' Rocha Hustles to Keep GM Korea Relevant
'Car Guy' Rocha Hustles to Keep GM Korea Relevant
Nov 10, 2014
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5 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Legacy concept hints at bid for wider market
Subaru
For Subaru, Shared Values Outweigh Market Share
For Subaru, Shared Values Outweigh Market Share
Nov 26, 2013
|
3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
GLA45 AMG Concept drops big hint at upcoming model
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes Launches ‛Biggest Product Offensive’
Mercedes Launches ‛Biggest Product Offensive’
Nov 22, 2013
|
4 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
A3 meant to shake up lsquolsquooncesleepyrdquo segment Audi executive says
Audi
Connectivity Focus of Audi’s New A3 Compact Sedans
Connectivity Focus of Audi’s New A3 Compact Sedans
Nov 22, 2013
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2 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Topofline R model makes 060 mph in 40 seconds
Electric
Jaguar Unleashes Supercharged F-Type Coupes in L.A.
Jaguar Unleashes Supercharged F-Type Coupes in L.A.
Nov 20, 2013
|
2 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Bus factory could switch to cars as battery systems are similar and vehicle lines share many components executive says
BYD
China’s BYD Looking to Build Electric-Bus Plant in U.S.
China’s BYD Looking to Build Electric-Bus Plant in U.S.
Dec 28, 2012
|
3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
Avalon Hybrid sweepstakes grand prize
Toyota
Toyota Crunching Viewer Numbers for HSN Infomercial
Toyota Crunching Viewer Numbers for HSN Infomercial
Dec 26, 2012
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3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
New FType unapologetically aggressive chief designer says
Industry
JLR Designers Energize ’13 Models by Blending New Styling With Functionality
JLR Designers Energize ’13 Models by Blending New Styling With Functionality
Dec 17, 2012
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3 Min Read
byErik Derr 1, Correspondent
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