Mercedes-Benz, Bosch, San José – partners for the future of mobilityIn mid-2017, San José was the first U.S. city to invite private companies to carry out field tests of automated driving and analyze the growing challenges in road traffic. Especially in congested city traffic, self-driving cars’ permanent 360-degree surround sensing can potentially enhance safety, and… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz and Bosch start San José pilot project for automated ride-hailing service
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BlackBerry QNX Hypervisor Awarded World’s First Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) ‘D’ Certification
TüV Rheinland Certifies the QNX ® Hypervisor 2.0 for Safety with ISO 26262 Functional Safety Integrity Level (ASIL D) WATERLOO, Canada and COLOGNE, Germany, Dec. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today announced that its QNX Hypervisor 2.0 for Safety has been recognized as ISO 26262 ASIL D compliant by the independent auditors at TÜV Rheinland,… Continue reading BlackBerry QNX Hypervisor Awarded World’s First Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) ‘D’ Certification
Volvo Group Venture Capital Invests in Autotech Ventures
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Dec. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Group Venture Capital AB has invested in Autotech Ventures – a leading American venture capital fund focusing on start-ups in the ground transportation sector. Autotech Ventures is a venture capital firm located in Silicon Valley managing over $200 million that focuses on the $3 trillion ground transportation… Continue reading Volvo Group Venture Capital Invests in Autotech Ventures
Neuron EV Introduces Pure Electric TORQ
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Visionary automotive company Neuron EV has recently unveiled the Neuron EV TORQ, the firm’s electric semi-truck that sets new standards in clean energy vehicles. Sustainability The Neuron EV TORQ is a monumental leap forward in transitioning semi-trucks into the electric vehicle age. It fulfills the needs and expectations… Continue reading Neuron EV Introduces Pure Electric TORQ
Volvo Group Venture Capital Invests in Software for Autonomous Mobility
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Group Venture Capital AB has invested in Apex.AI, a leading software company in autonomous mobility. The investment will fund the development of a safety-certified software framework for autonomous systems. Apex.AI, a Palo Alto, California-based company founded in 2017, is building an automotive-grade version of ROS (Robot Operating… Continue reading Volvo Group Venture Capital Invests in Software for Autonomous Mobility
General Motors and LG Chem Team Up to Advance Toward an All-Electric Future, Add Jobs in Ohio
DETROIT, Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Will create more than 1,100 new jobs in a new, Ohio-based facility Joint venture to drive cost per kilowatt hours to industry-leading levels New battery plant to have an annual capacity of more than 30 gigawatt hours with flexibility for expansion Companies enter joint agreement to develop advanced tech,… Continue reading General Motors and LG Chem Team Up to Advance Toward an All-Electric Future, Add Jobs in Ohio
VW, Daimler Executive Alvaro Ramis Joins Bestmile as VP of Business Development and Strategic Alliances
“Alvaro understands firsthand the importance of building partnerships with cities and other companies to deliver successful mobility services, having established multi-national partnerships in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America,” said Raphael Gindrat, CEO and cofounder of Bestmile. “It takes an ecosystem of businesses and technologies to deliver next generation mobility services, and Alvaro… Continue reading VW, Daimler Executive Alvaro Ramis Joins Bestmile as VP of Business Development and Strategic Alliances
Hyundai Motor Unveils ‘Strategy 2025’ Roadmap to Transition into ‘Smart Mobility Solution Provider’
Hyundai to transition into Smart Mobility Solution Provider by 2025 with two pillars – Smart Mobility Device will expand beyond automobiles to include Personal Air Vehicle (PAV), robotics, last-mile mobility – Smart Mobility Service will offer personalized services and contents on integrated platform Hyundai announces a set of strategic goals – achieve balanced and steady growth – boost profitability… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Unveils ‘Strategy 2025’ Roadmap to Transition into ‘Smart Mobility Solution Provider’
Mazda Reports November Sales Results
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total November sales of 24,374 vehicles, an increase of 18 percent compared to the same month in 2018 and Mazda’s overall best November since 1994. Year-to-date sales totaled 252,061 vehicles, a decrease of 8.2 percent. With 26 selling days in November,… Continue reading Mazda Reports November Sales Results
Daimler Mobility AG and Geely Technology Group inaugurate ‘StarRides’ Premium Ride-Hailing Service in Hangzhou
The 50-50 joint venture between Daimler Mobility AG and Geely Technology Group is based in Hangzhou, where services will be launched with a fleet of 100 vehicles including Mercedes-Benz S-Class, E-Class and V-Class vehicles. StarRides will expand to other major cities in China starting in 2020. As previously announced, Daimler Mobility AG and Geely Technology Group will be… Continue reading Daimler Mobility AG and Geely Technology Group inaugurate ‘StarRides’ Premium Ride-Hailing Service in Hangzhou