General Motors says it will close an underutilized factory in Gunsan, South Korea, by the end of May as part of a restructuring of its operations. (Photo: .) Seoul, South Korea – General Motors says it will close an underutilized factory in Gunsan, South Korea, by the end of May as part of a restructuring… Continue reading GM to close auto plant in South Korea in restructuring
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Record Growth and Profit for Morgan Motor Company
Morgan Motor Company has today announced record profitability and growth as it continues to roll out a long-term strategy plan under the guidance of Chairman Dominic Riley, Managing Director Steve Morris and family shareholders – keeping up the positive momentum in the family owned business. Year-end financial reports released today announce record growth from the… Continue reading Record Growth and Profit for Morgan Motor Company
Morgan Motor Company to celebrate 50 years of the iconic Plus 8 with limited edition anniversary model due in 2018
Morgan Motor Company will celebrate its most iconic Plus 8 with a 50th Anniversary Special Edition. The British marque has today released teaser images and video for the exclusive special edition ahead of its much-anticipated reveal at the Geneva Motor Show. The family-owned, bespoke sports car manufacturer will produce 50 of the special edition models,… Continue reading Morgan Motor Company to celebrate 50 years of the iconic Plus 8 with limited edition anniversary model due in 2018
Colin Boden appointed as Group Financial Director of the Morgan Motor Company
Morgan Motor Company, the world’s longest running family owned motor manufacturer, are delighted to announce the appointment of Colin Boden as Group Financial Director with immediate effect. As Group Financial Director, Colin will not only be responsible for the financial functions of the Morgan Group, his role will establish him as a key influence in… Continue reading Colin Boden appointed as Group Financial Director of the Morgan Motor Company
EV3 Project Update – December 2017
Morgan Motor Company has announced a technical partnership with industry leaders Frazer-Nash Energy Systems as the all-electric Morgan EV3 prepares for production in 2018. The EV3 extends Morgan’s truly unique offering. Industry leading, EV technology combines with a lightweight coach built body to offer an unparalleled mix of craftsmanship and technology. Inspired by 1930’s Aero-engine… Continue reading EV3 Project Update – December 2017
Air bag danger: Ford, Mazda add to do-not-drive list
Ford is telling the owners of Ranger pickups not to drive them because their Takata air bag inflators may be dangerous. (Photo: Paul Sancya / AP) Detroit – Ford and Mazda are adding more than 35,000 pickup trucks in North America to a list of vehicles that should not be driven because they have Takata… Continue reading Air bag danger: Ford, Mazda add to do-not-drive list
Bike-sharing startup Spin is getting into scooter-sharing
Because there are not enough ways to get around major cities and campuses, Spin is working to launch stationless electric scooter-sharing. These aren’t the electric scooters you see in San Francisco, operated by Scoot Networks. These are essentially electrified Razor-like scooters that can go up to 15 mph and cover 18 miles on a single… Continue reading Bike-sharing startup Spin is getting into scooter-sharing
Spin wants to bring dock-less bike sharing to the US
Bikeshare programs in the US have mostly consisted of kiosks, or stations, where users can unlock a bike, take it off the rack, use it and return it once their errand or joy ride is done. Some only allow subscribers others charge by the hour. Meanwhile in China, bikeshare programs have evolved from kiosk-based systems… Continue reading Spin wants to bring dock-less bike sharing to the US
Electromobility: SPD wants higher purchase premium for electric taxis and delivery vans
Delivery vans with electric drive: The SPD would rather promote electric cars instead of impose diesel driving bans. (Image: Werner Pluta / Golem.de) Electric taxis instead of driving bans for diesel vehicles: The SPD wants to change companies electric cars with a bigger incentive to make tasty. By increasing the purchase premium, the SPD wants… Continue reading Electromobility: SPD wants higher purchase premium for electric taxis and delivery vans
New Toyota Prius CO2 figures push it over Congestion Charge exemption zone
New CO2 figures for the updated Toyota Prius have pushed it out of the London Congestion Charge exemption zone, which dictates that cars must produce less than an average of 75g/km CO2. A Transport for London (TfL) spokesman confirmed to Autocar that it won’t be re-evaluating existing cars, however, so the Prius, which is now listed as producing 78g/km… Continue reading New Toyota Prius CO2 figures push it over Congestion Charge exemption zone