Electric vehicle maker Rivian to join Tesla charging network as automakers consider company’s plug

Detroit – Electric vehicle maker Rivian says it will follow General Motors and Ford and join Tesla’s charging network next year. The startup truck, SUV and delivery van maker says Tuesday that like GM and Ford, it will include ports with Tesla’s connector on future Rivian vehicles starting in 2025. It also will offer an… Continue reading Electric vehicle maker Rivian to join Tesla charging network as automakers consider company’s plug

All-electric Escalade IQ to bow in August, GM says

General Motors Co. will reveal the all-electric Escalade IQ on Aug. 9 in New York City, the automaker said Tuesday, confirming that the full-size, luxury SUV will be built at Factory Zero Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center. GM released details about the Escalade IQ last month and promised it would have “the same commitment to craftsmanship, technology… Continue reading All-electric Escalade IQ to bow in August, GM says

Auto tycoon Ghosn denies payments to former French Cabinet minister

Beirut – A Lebanese judge on Monday questioned auto tycoon Carlos Ghosn in Beirut over possible links to a former French Cabinet minister charged two years ago with “passive corruption” for work she did for him, officials familiar with the case said. The Lebanese officials said Ghosn denied any dealings with France’s former Justice Minister… Continue reading Auto tycoon Ghosn denies payments to former French Cabinet minister

Highway safety agency reports power problems in 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUVs

Detroit — Multiple U.S. owners of Hyundai’s popular Ioniq 5 electric SUV have complained of completely or partially losing propulsive power, many after hearing a loud popping noise, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Saturday. Hyundai said it would offer a software update beginning next month and replace affected components if necessary. The NHTSA… Continue reading Highway safety agency reports power problems in 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUVs

Stellantis appoints new head of customer experience in North America

The maker of Jeep SUVs, Ram pickup trucks and other vehicles has named a new head of customer experience in North America to replace a 30-year veteran who is retiring. William Kendell, who holds global responsibility for propulsion supplier quality at Stellantis NV, will succeed David McDonald effective July 1. Kendell will direct staff around… Continue reading Stellantis appoints new head of customer experience in North America

Is EV charging the new hot amenity for apartments and offices?

Real estate is ready to get plugged into the electric vehicle revolution. With thousands of new electric automobiles hitting the road every day, owners of everything from offices to apartment buildings are being pressured to provide charging stations for their tenants. But who pays for installing what ultimately could be millions of chargers and how… Continue reading Is EV charging the new hot amenity for apartments and offices?

Howes: UAW’s Fain uses new tools to deliver promises, confound skeptics

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Stellantis appoints new head of customer experience in North America

The maker of Jeep SUVs, Ram pickup trucks and other vehicles has named a new head of customer experience in North America to replace a 30-year veteran who is retiring. William Kendell, who holds global responsibility for propulsion supplier quality at Stellantis NV, will succeed David McDonald effective July 1. Kendell will direct staff around… Continue reading Stellantis appoints new head of customer experience in North America

Is EV charging the new hot amenity for apartments and offices?

Real estate is ready to get plugged into the electric vehicle revolution. With thousands of new electric automobiles hitting the road every day, owners of everything from offices to apartment buildings are being pressured to provide charging stations for their tenants. But who pays for installing what ultimately could be millions of chargers and how… Continue reading Is EV charging the new hot amenity for apartments and offices?