Toyota Tundra Doubles Down on “Work Hard, Play Hard” Philosophy for 2020

Multimedia Upgrades, Including Apple CarPlay and Android Compatibility on All Models TRD Pro Now Available as Double Cab Model SX Package for SR5 Expanded to CrewMax Model Smart Key with Push Button Start Standard on Many Models All-V8 Model Lineup with 381-horsepower 5.7L i-FORCE Engine Up to 10,200-lb. Towing Capacity with Standard Tow Hitch Receivers… Continue reading Toyota Tundra Doubles Down on “Work Hard, Play Hard” Philosophy for 2020

Fighting GM puts a financial squeeze on striking union workers

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – (Reuters) – While striking workers at General Motors Co’s (GM.N) U.S. auto plants continue walking picket lines for a third week to demand better pay and benefits, the financial pressure has mounted for union members like Frank Lee. Frank Lee, a striking UAW auto worker from the General Motors assembly plant… Continue reading Fighting GM puts a financial squeeze on striking union workers

BMW Exec Says Charging Infrastructure Is Holding Back EV Adoption

He’s right in some ways, but BMW could just go ahead and install chargers like Tesla has done. Wait, but what about all those people who simply charge at home? And, the city dwellers who generally have some decent access to public charging. Are we just talking about long road trips here? If that’s the… Continue reading BMW Exec Says Charging Infrastructure Is Holding Back EV Adoption

Indian antitrust watchdog throws Hyundai-Kia-Ola deal in doubt

BANGALORE — The Competition Commission of India, an antitrust watchdog, has thrown into disarray a plan by South Korean automaker Hyundai and its affiliate Kia Motor to invest $300 million in ride-hailing unicorn Ola. In response to an application sent by the three companies seeking approval, the regulator asked Ola’s parent ANI Technologies to outline the impact on competition… Continue reading Indian antitrust watchdog throws Hyundai-Kia-Ola deal in doubt

UAW cites ‘significant progress’ in Ford talks as GM strike continues

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United Auto Workers union said on Thursday it has made “significant progress” in contract talks with Ford Motor Co (F.N), even as a strike at General Motors Co (GM.N) is in its third week. FILE PHOTO: General Motors assembly workers picket outside the General Motors Bowling Green plant during the United… Continue reading UAW cites ‘significant progress’ in Ford talks as GM strike continues

Faurecia celebrates the opening of its technology platform in Tel Aviv focusing on cybersecurity

Texte As vehicles are becoming increasingly connected and providing new user experiences, the reinforcement of passenger safety and data security is essential. Faurecia will hence develop its cybersecurity expertise through collaboration with local startups and major innovation clusters giving access to emerging trends and new technologies. This will enable the Group to propose complete end-to-end… Continue reading Faurecia celebrates the opening of its technology platform in Tel Aviv focusing on cybersecurity

NHTSA Promises To Intervene If Tesla Smart Summon Poses Safety Risks

The U.S. traffic safety agency is currently gathering info about it. The first accident with Tesla Smart Summon we have reported may not be the very first. At least according to an article from Automotive News, which shows earlier tweets of incidents with the feature. They made NHTSA step in and say it is collecting… Continue reading NHTSA Promises To Intervene If Tesla Smart Summon Poses Safety Risks

The Volvo Group Passes the Milestone of One Million Connected Customer Assets for Increased Sustainability, Uptime and Safety

“The connected solutions bring increased vehicle and construction equipment uptime for our customers, better safety for drivers, operators and other road users – and of course – less emissions of carbon dioxide. The first million connected assets is only the start, we are committed to remain a leader in this field,” says Martin Lundstedt, President… Continue reading The Volvo Group Passes the Milestone of One Million Connected Customer Assets for Increased Sustainability, Uptime and Safety