Herbert Diess, Volkswagen’s disruptor-in-chief, runs out of road – Automotive News Europe

Herbert Diess took over at Volkswagen Group four years ago when the German automaker was in crisis, under pressure to make dramatic changes in strategy and culture, and the former BMW executive offered a new vision. Prominent among them, Diess’s effort to create a Germany-centered software business, CARIAD, within Volkswagen, and a promised stock market… Continue reading Herbert Diess, Volkswagen’s disruptor-in-chief, runs out of road – Automotive News Europe

5 Michigan leaders we can expect to see more of in 2023 – Detroit Free Press

This content is only available to subscribers. Get unlimited digital access. $1 for 3 Months. Subscribe Now Your subscription supports: Unlimited access to subscriber only articles on desktop, tablet and mobile web. The eNewspaper, a digital replica of the print paper, every day. Access to exclusive sports reporting on your local teams from USA TODAY… Continue reading 5 Michigan leaders we can expect to see more of in 2023 – Detroit Free Press

Broncos plan to interview Jim Harbaugh this week; could new big-money extension keep him at Michigan? – NFL.com

The Denver Broncos plan to interview University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh for their head coaching job early this week, per sources. Harbaugh, 59, has been weighing his NFL options in recent weeks and now is set to interview virtually with Denver in the coming days, along with several other candidates. After the Broncos… Continue reading Broncos plan to interview Jim Harbaugh this week; could new big-money extension keep him at Michigan? – NFL.com

Mercedes-Benz Dropping EQ Badge for EV Future – MotorBiscuit

Seven years ago, Mercedes-Benz rolled out an EQ badge to help its all-electric SUV lineup stand out from its fossil fuel-powered counterparts. As EVs become a mainstay of the consumer automotive market, company CEO Ola Kallenius is making a big move to get ahead of the competition. To shore up its wide-ranging yet slightly confusing… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Dropping EQ Badge for EV Future – MotorBiscuit

Vetoes and Vote Banks: The Readout With Ruth David – Bloomberg

So much for the friendly photographs. Days after Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon were snapped all smiles following a meeting in Inverness, the relationship between both nations has hit a new low over a contentious law on gender recognition.  Sunak vetoed legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament last month that would make it simpler for transgender people… Continue reading Vetoes and Vote Banks: The Readout With Ruth David – Bloomberg

Elon Musk to be replaced by Ashok Elluswamy at Tesla? Know the other possible candidates from Space X, Lucid, VW, Rivian – Gulf News

Clockwise from top left: Gwynne Shotwell, Ashok Elluswamy, Drew Baglino, Tom Zhu, Aicha Evans and JB Straubel. They are some of the executives speculated as possible replacement for Elon Musk at Tesla Image Credit: Twitter | LinkedIn Elon Musk has reportedly found someone to replace him after the tech billionaire said his 15-year run as… Continue reading Elon Musk to be replaced by Ashok Elluswamy at Tesla? Know the other possible candidates from Space X, Lucid, VW, Rivian – Gulf News

Ford CEO Jim Farley to race at Daytona – Fox Business

Jim Farley reveals the automaker’s next generation truck and explains why 5G capability is so important to Ford’s truck driving clients on ‘The Claman Countdown.’ He’s a CEO who stands behind his company’s products, by standing on the gas pedal. Ford CEO Jim Farley will compete in a Ford Mustang GT4 endurance racing car at… Continue reading Ford CEO Jim Farley to race at Daytona – Fox Business

Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess on electric cars, the war in Ukraine, and recapturing the American car market – 60 Minutes – CBS News

Volkswagen is neck and neck with Toyota as the world’s largest carmaker. The German company, which gave us the beloved Beetle last century, raked in over $250 billion last year, selling nearly 9 million cars.  Still, it can feel more like an obstacle course than victory tour for Herbert Diess, who’s been running Volkswagen for… Continue reading Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess on electric cars, the war in Ukraine, and recapturing the American car market – 60 Minutes – CBS News

VW CEO Talks EVs, US Challenges And Tesla In “60 Minutes” Interview – InsideEVs

As a guest of the popular CBS News show “60 Minutes” on Sunday night, Volkswagen Group CEO Herbert Diess spoke to host Lesley Stahl about electric cars, the automaker’s challenges in the US, consequences of the war in Ukraine, and competitive pressure from Tesla, among other topics. It is an interesting interview featuring straightforward questions… Continue reading VW CEO Talks EVs, US Challenges And Tesla In “60 Minutes” Interview – InsideEVs