FILE PHOTO: The GM logo is pictured at the General Motors Assembly Plant in Ramos Arizpe, state of Coahuila, Mexico October 7, 2019. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril (Reuters) – U.S. automaker General Motors (GM.N) and Japan’s Honda Motor Co (7267.T) have joined hands to make and sell a range of vehicles under their distinct brands in North America,… Continue reading GM, Honda form partnership to jointly develop cars in North America
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General Motors, Honda to form strategic alliance in North America
FILE PHOTO: The GM logo is pictured at the General Motors Assembly Plant in Ramos Arizpe, state of Coahuila, Mexico October 7, 2019. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril (Reuters) – General Motors (GM.N) and Japan’s Honda Motor Co (7267.T) have signed a memorandum of understanding to form a North American automotive alliance, the U.S. automaker said on Thursday.… Continue reading General Motors, Honda to form strategic alliance in North America
VW-backed U.S. battery maker QuantumScape to go public at $3.3 billion valuation
(Reuters) – QuantumScape, the 10-year-old Silicon Valley battery startup backed by Volkswagen AG (VOWG_p.DE), said on Thursday it plans to go public through a reverse merger with Kensington Capital Acquisition Corp with an enterprise value of $3.3 billion. FILE PHOTO: Employees clean a new car after a ceremony marking start of the production of a… Continue reading VW-backed U.S. battery maker QuantumScape to go public at $3.3 billion valuation
Swedish startup Volta unveils electric truck, to manufacture in UK
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) – Swedish startup Volta Trucks on Thursday unveiled its Volta Zero, a 16-tonne electric truck, with plans to start production in 2022 in the United Kingdom. Following the success of companies such as Tesla in popularising electric cars, electric trucks have also been getting a lot of attention from existing players such as… Continue reading Swedish startup Volta unveils electric truck, to manufacture in UK
Nissan develops techniques to speed up production of carbon fibre parts
FILE PHOTO: A man wipes the brand logo of Nissan Motor Corp. on the front nose section of the company’s new Ariya all-battery SUV during a press preview, ahead of the world premiere, at Nissan Pavilion in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, Japan July 14, 2020. REUTERS/Issei Kato TOKYO (Reuters) – Nissan Motor Co (7201.T) said… Continue reading Nissan develops techniques to speed up production of carbon fibre parts
@VW Group: How “van-lifers” embrace authentic and adventurous lifestyles Over the past decade, a growing movement of van dwellers have ditched…
Photo credit: Linda Romero and Bearfoot Theory. Over the past decade, a growing movement of van dwellers have ditched their cubicles for the open road, living out of their vehicles and documenting their journeys as they travel the world. It has become a lifestyle, online aesthetic and career — one both Kristen Bor and Linda… Continue reading @VW Group: How “van-lifers” embrace authentic and adventurous lifestyles Over the past decade, a growing movement of van dwellers have ditched…
@VW Group: Taking the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack to new heights Jason Mariani always knew he wanted to own a wagon; it was just a matter of time…
Modifying vehicles can adversely affect reliability, warranty coverage, & compliance with safety and other standards. Jason Mariani always knew he wanted to own a wagon; it was just a matter of time and choosing the right vehicle to meet his needs. When he found the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, he knew he discovered much more than… Continue reading @VW Group: Taking the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack to new heights Jason Mariani always knew he wanted to own a wagon; it was just a matter of time…
@VW Group: How pitcher Daniel Norris lives a Volkswagen #vanlife every offseason Professional baseball pitcher Daniel Norris says music inspir…
Professional baseball pitcher Daniel Norris says music inspired him to live on the road. Growing up in Johnson City, Tenn., Norris was captivated by singer Jack Johnson’s songs about quirky camping adventures in a VW bus. The music left such a strong impression that Norris, at 18 years old, purchased his own 1978 VW Westfalia… Continue reading @VW Group: How pitcher Daniel Norris lives a Volkswagen #vanlife every offseason Professional baseball pitcher Daniel Norris says music inspir…
@VW Group: Drive-in theaters experience a revival nationwide amid COVID Drive-in movie theaters are one of the few businesses experiencing a …
Drive-in movie theaters are one of the few businesses experiencing a renaissance amid the coronavirus pandemic. As one of the few entertainment destinations you can still visit outside of the home, they’ve experienced a boom in popularity and demand over the past couple months. “We’ve seen a resurgence in interest across the country. Our shows are selling… Continue reading @VW Group: Drive-in theaters experience a revival nationwide amid COVID Drive-in movie theaters are one of the few businesses experiencing a …
@VW Group: The Atlas Tanoak asks: Should VW build a pickup for America again? Once upon a time, Volkswagen assembled and sold pickups in Ameri…
Once upon a time, Volkswagen assembled and sold pickups in America. Branded simply as the “VW Pickup,” known elsewhere around the world as the Volkswagen Caddy, the Rabbit derivative assembled in Pennsylvania was the brainchild of American executives in an era where front-wheel-drive trucks were popular due to high gas prices. After selling 77,513 models… Continue reading @VW Group: The Atlas Tanoak asks: Should VW build a pickup for America again? Once upon a time, Volkswagen assembled and sold pickups in Ameri…