A new logo of German carmaker Volkswagen is unveiled at the VW headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany September 9, 2019. REUTERS/Fabian Bimmer FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) on Tuesday said it still wants to buy out U.S. truckmaker Navistar (NAV.N) but added that the coronavirus crisis will require the carmaker to conserve cash as it shuts… Continue reading VW says it still wants to buy Navistar but also needs to conserve cash
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AEye Team Profile: Steven Wong
Steven Wong is a critical member of the AEye Operations Team. His responsibilities include: checking products for defects, recording all materials into Netsuite, working with buyers and the purchasing team to ensure that invoices and sales orders are received, and much, much more. Previously, he worked at BioVision as a Shipping Specialist, where he coordinated domestic and international shipments and fulfilled materials for various departments and resolved discrepancies. Steve also worked in Technical Support at Cisco, where he would analyze and build systems per customer’s request, troubleshoot and diagnose hardware and software, and program and assemble special orders.We sat down with Steven to learn more about his professional credentials and achievements, why he wanted to work in the AV industry, and his favorite San Francisco 49er’s memory.
Q: For your role, you’ve accumulated an impressive amount of professional credentials and achievements. What are they and how are they a value to AEye and its customers?Most of my career has been in warehouse operation logistics. Over the years, I’ve worked at many companies and achieved a unique skill set that helps move AEye forward. Because I’ve worked in a variety of industries, like semiconductors, biotech, and now automotive, I’ve had to complete a lot of different trainings, from “Dangerous Goods” training, to IATA certifications, leadership compliance, and more, which all play a key role in my work here at AEye.
Q: What made you want to be a part of the autonomous vehicle industry?I decided to join the automotive industry because I wanted to learn more about it. I had heard a lot of great things about what vehicles will be like in the future, and working hands-on in the industry is a great way to learn about the future of automotive! I watch a lot of Sci-Fi movies – and to be a part of something that’s like straight out of Sci-Fi is very exciting. I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next.
Q: You’re a huge San Francisco 49ers fan! What is your favorite 49ers memory?My favorite 49ers memory is going to this past season’s Division Title game against the Green Bay Packers. This was the first time I’d seen the Niners play in a Title game and it was so electrifying. And then they won and went to the Super Bowl. I’m glad I was there and able to witness that exhilarating moment.
The celebration at Levi’s Stadium after the San Francisco 49ers clinch the NFC Title against the Green Bay Packers 37-20 on January 19, 2020. Video taken by Steve Wong.
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Porsche reveals innovative 3D-printing tech for bucket seats
German sports car maker Porsche today presented an innovative alternative to conventional bucket seat upholstery. In its concept study ‘3D-printed bodyform full-bucket seat’, the central section of the seat, or the seat and backrest cushions, is partly produced by a 3D-printer. Customers will be able to choose between three firmness levels (hard, medium, or soft) for… Continue reading Porsche reveals innovative 3D-printing tech for bucket seats
Fiat Chrysler’s only open Italian plant running at reduced capacity
MILAN (Reuters) – Fiat Chrysler (FCHA.MI)(FCA) has resumed limited production at its Atessa facility in Italy, the automaker’s only open assembly plant, having halted operations at most of its European factories, a spokesman said on Tuesday. FILE PHOTO: A Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) sign is at the U.S. headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan, U.S. May… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler’s only open Italian plant running at reduced capacity
Meritor Expands Portfolio of Construction Solutions
All Meritor offices will be closed July 4, 2018 in observation of the holiday.
Volkswagen’s Portugal plant suspends production
LISBON, March 16 (Xinhua) — Volkswagen Autoeuropa, the largest Portuguese exporter and auto producer, was forced to stop production on Monday by a lack of personnel caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, local media reported.
The factory management realized that none of the three daily shifts could be guaranteed, as many workers decided to stay at home with their children after the government suspended classes in an attempt to contain the pandemic, according to the website of the Portuguese newspaper Publico.
“In view of the absences forecast from March 16, it was also decided to reduce daily production from 890 to 744 units, helping to adjust the factory to the conditions required by national authorities. Both decisions were communicated to all employees on March 13,” the day after the announcement of the suspension of classes till the Easter holidays, the company's top management said in a statement.
Anxiety among the workers was triggered further over the weekend when seven who had ..
Audi’s Hungarian plant to halt production on Monday
FILE PHOTO: The logo of Audi is seen during the first press day of the Paris auto show, in Paris, France, October 2, 2018. REUTERS/Regis Duvignau BUDAPEST (Reuters) – Volkswagen Group’s (VOWG_p.DE) Audi brand will halt output at its plant in Hungary on Monday, the factory said, after Volkswagen announced a suspension of production at… Continue reading Audi’s Hungarian plant to halt production on Monday
Volkswagen and PSA will temporarily close Slovak plants
The coronavirus has forced Volkswagen Slovakia to suspend its production only several days after it producing its six millionth car.As this has not happened, the Bratislava-based plant suspended its production on March 16, describing it as “the most responsible solution” under current circumstances.The French car producer PSA will suspend production in its Trnava plant as well.