Alfa Romeo CEO Believes The Giulia And Stelvio Have The Same Quality As The Germans – CarScoops

The new chief executive of Alfa Romeo, Jean-Philippe Imparato, believes the quality of the Giulia and Stelvio are now on par with their German rivals. Imparato is a PSA Group veteran and has been tasked with leading Alfa Romeo by Stellantis chief executive Carlos Tavares. Like Tavares, Imparato is looking to slash costs, as evidenced… Continue reading Alfa Romeo CEO Believes The Giulia And Stelvio Have The Same Quality As The Germans – CarScoops

Ford CEO Jim Farley says insourcing battery production a priority – Automotive News

GM this month revealed plans for a second U.S. battery cell manufacturing plant, this time in Spring Hill, Tenn., with South Korean joint-venture partner LG Chem Ltd. The automaker also is building a battery plant in northeastern Ohio; each site represents a $2.3 billion investment. Farley would not say whether Ford has specific plans for… Continue reading Ford CEO Jim Farley says insourcing battery production a priority – Automotive News

Cruise’s head of artificial intelligence wants the autonomous-car startup to be defined by its AI innovation – Business Insider

For autonomous vehicle startup Cruise, the future isn’t just about artificial intelligence. It’s about machine learning, and that’s why Cruise is teaching its electric vehicles to drive themselves in San Francisco — one of the most complicated urban environments for self-driving cars to operate in. “Learning how to drive in San Francisco is amazing for… Continue reading Cruise’s head of artificial intelligence wants the autonomous-car startup to be defined by its AI innovation – Business Insider

Mercedes Explains Why The 2022 EQS Still Has Traditional Mirrors – Motor1

As you would expect from an absolute EV flagship with a six-figure price tag, the Mercedes EQS is brimming with tech. From its powerful dual-motor AWD setup to the 56-inch Hyperscreen, the fullsize luxury sedan is worthy of its status as the S-Class of electric cars. That said, some would argue there’s one glaring omission… Continue reading Mercedes Explains Why The 2022 EQS Still Has Traditional Mirrors – Motor1

Cruise’s head of artificial intelligence wants the autonomous-car startup to be defined by its AI innovation – Markets Insider

A Cruise AV in the Bay Area. Cruise For autonomous vehicle startup Cruise, the future isn’t just about artificial intelligence. It’s about machine learning, and that’s why Cruise is teaching its electric vehicles to drive themselves in San Francisco – one of the most complicated urban environments for self-driving cars to operate in. “Learning how… Continue reading Cruise’s head of artificial intelligence wants the autonomous-car startup to be defined by its AI innovation – Markets Insider

Opel CEO explains what’s next for the brand after ‘challenging’ 2020 – Automotive News Europe

Despite declining sales and a difficult economic environment due to the coronavirus pandemic, Opel/Vauxhall was able to record a significant annual profit in 2020, its third since General Motors sold the brands to PSA Group in 2017. CEO Michael Lohscheller has discontinued GM’s higher-emission legacy models and moved into full electrification with the new Corsa and… Continue reading Opel CEO explains what’s next for the brand after ‘challenging’ 2020 – Automotive News Europe

Daimler CEO expects solid returns from flagship EV – Automotive News Europe

April 11, 2021 08:11 AM The Mercedes EQS will still lag the returns of its combustion engine-powered sibling, the S-Class, Kallenius said Bloomberg Mercedes has revealed the interior of the EQS, which makes it debut April 15. Daimler’s new flagship electric sedan will generate “reasonable” returns right from the start as the vehicle features top-line… Continue reading Daimler CEO expects solid returns from flagship EV – Automotive News Europe

RaceFans Round-up: ‘Iron fisted’ Wolff threatened to bench Hamilton and Rosberg over collisions – RaceFans

In the round-up: Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff reveals how an “iron fist” was needed to keep Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg in line during their four-year stint as team mates at Mercedes. In brief Wolff: “Iron fist” needed with Hamilton and Rosberg Wolff joined Mercedes after Hamilton had been hired as team mate to… Continue reading RaceFans Round-up: ‘Iron fisted’ Wolff threatened to bench Hamilton and Rosberg over collisions – RaceFans

Stellantis Chief Open To Changing Jeep Cherokee Name – Equities News

Kimberly Redmond  Follow | Sunday, 07 March 2021 18:38 (EST) Image: 2021 Jeep Cherokee. Source: Jeep The chief executive officer of Stellantis NV (NYSE:  STLA), Jeep’s parent company, said he is open to changing the name of the automaker’s popular Cherokee and Grand Cherokee sport utility vehicles.   During an interview with the Wall Street Journal, company… Continue reading Stellantis Chief Open To Changing Jeep Cherokee Name – Equities News