Six years ago, after more than four decades with Renault SA, Gérard Détourbet decided he was done. He was in Chennai, leading a group of engineers from Renault and its strategic partner, Nissan Motor Co., in an attempt to create a low-cost vehicle for the Indian market, when some of his employees left his team… Continue reading Gérard Détourbet Is Renault’s Master of Cutting Corners
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Ford China CEO shocks investors with resignation; company officials focus on future
CLOSE We sit down with Jim Hackett, Ford Motor Company’s new CEO, to talk about his new position and the company’s future. Kimberly P. Mitchell/Detroit Free Press Ford China CEO and chairman Jason Luo, who began his job just a few months ago, has resigned. (Photo: Key Safety Systems) Ford China CEO and chairman Jason… Continue reading Ford China CEO shocks investors with resignation; company officials focus on future
Engine production at Nissan’s Resende plant in Brazil reaches 200,000
This milestone shows that the Resende plant is helping Nissan grow in Latin America RESENDE, Brazil – A major milestone was achieved this week by Nissan’s Resende Industrial Complex, in Rio de Janeiro State in Brazil. Less than four years since start of operations, Nissan’s plant in Brazil has produced its 200,000th engine – a… Continue reading Engine production at Nissan’s Resende plant in Brazil reaches 200,000
Group 1 Automotive Acquires Two Additional Dealerships in El Paso, Texas
HOUSTON, Jan. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI), (“Group 1” or the “Company”), an international, Fortune 500 automotive retailer, today announced the expansion of its business presence in the El Paso, Texas market with the acquisition of two new dealerships. The dealerships are Audi El Paso and Subaru El Paso, and are expected to generate approximately… Continue reading Group 1 Automotive Acquires Two Additional Dealerships in El Paso, Texas
Who Is Responsible When a Self-Driving Car Has an Accident?
In Brief Two recently reported crashes involving cars with autonomous driving systems have re-raised a key question. Who is at fault — the driver or the car? Collision Ethics Two separate incidents in California involving self-driving vehicles have recently gotten attention. One accident involved a Tesla Model S, the other, a Chevrolet Bolt that was using General… Continue reading Who Is Responsible When a Self-Driving Car Has an Accident?
Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus to build modern version of the Baja Boot
Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus builds some pretty fantastic machines. The race team turned road car producer is most famous for owner James Glickenhaus’ Ferrari Enzo-based Pininfarina-designed P4/5 and the more recent SCG 003. Last fall, SCG announced the 004S, a three-seat sports car with a twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8. More recently, the company revealed plans to build… Continue reading Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus to build modern version of the Baja Boot
BMW’s new lease lets you drive for ridesharing services
It’s not always obvious, but many car leases don’t allow you to drive with ridesharing services or rent your car to others. And it’s no surprise as to why — the high mileage and varying driving habits aren’t going to help the car’s condition when the lease is over. BMW, however, is sticking its neck… Continue reading BMW’s new lease lets you drive for ridesharing services
Via in all 5 boroughs!
Published January 29, 2018 6:00 am, Via NYC
Via in all 5 boroughs!
Get ready to paint the town Via blue — you can now Via EVERYWHERE in New York City!
In a congested city like ours, everyone can and should benefit from smart shared rides. Together with you, our loyal Via-istas, we’ve built the most affordable and convenient way to get around all five boroughs.
Now, whether you’re grabbing dim sum in Flushing, checking in on the tigers at the Bronx Zoo, or commuting from Staten Island, Via will get you there.
In Big Apple lovin’,
Team Via NYC
www.ridewithvia.com
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Petrol and diesel cars set to be banned in parts of east London with £130 fines for motorists who flout rules
Petrol and diesel cars set to be banned in parts of east London with £130 fines for motorists who flout rules | Cab Trade News Javascript must be enabled for the correct page display Skip to Content Comments are closed. Subscribe2 Back to top
Your Chariot awaits: shuttle bus service gets green light in London
Transport Your Chariot awaits: shuttle bus service gets green light in London Commuters will be able to pre-book seats on an app, with four routes being approved by TfL A Ford Chariot shuttle bus van in San Francisco. Photograph: Tommy Lau/AP An experimental shuttle bus service operated by Ford has been approved by London’s transport… Continue reading Your Chariot awaits: shuttle bus service gets green light in London