DEARBORN, Jan. 11, 2023 – The planned retirement of an accomplished and respected longtime Ford executive is prompting a leadership change in the company’s regional organization that builds some of the industry’s most iconic and breakthrough vehicles. John Savona, vice president, Americas Manufacturing and Labor Affairs, will retire on March 1 after more than 33… Continue reading @Ford: Ford’s John Savona to Retire in March, Closing 33-Year Career; Bryce Currie Will Lead Americas Manufacturing, Labor Affairs
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Audi EV growth trails German rivals’
Audi’s sales volumes in 2022 were the lowest of Germany’s big three premium brands as it grappled with long-standing parts shortages and significant logistical challenges. The company sold 1,614,231 cars, down 3.9% (66,281) on 2021. This is significantly short of Mercedes-Benz and BMW, which recorded 2,043,900 and 2,100,692 deliveries respectively. These figures represent similar stagnation to… Continue reading Audi EV growth trails German rivals’
New Suzuki eVX concept previews 342-mile electric crossover
Suzuki has provided a first look at its maiden electric car with the eVX concept, an S-Cross-sized crossover aiming to “carry forward the brand’s 4×4 legacy”. Revealed at Auto Expo 2023 in Delhi, India, the concept car features a 60kWh battery, allowing it to drive 550km (342 miles) between recharges, according to the Indian MIDC… Continue reading New Suzuki eVX concept previews 342-mile electric crossover
Next-gen Skoda Superb confirmed for 2023 launch
Skoda has confirmed it will launch the heavily updated fourth generation of its Superb saloon in 2023, with a range of powertrain options and an estate bodystyle available. Predominantly ICE-powered, the new Skoda Superb will directly rival the Peugeot 508 and play a major role in maintaining and advancing the Czech firm’s market share, which took a… Continue reading Next-gen Skoda Superb confirmed for 2023 launch
Russia exit and supply troubles stifle Skoda sales in 2022
Skoda’s sales fell for a fourth consecutive year in 2022 as the semiconductor shortage, supply-chain challenges and rising energy costs limited production volumes. The Czech company maintains a “high order backlog”, it said in a statement, demonstrating “strong customer demand” for its cars. In total, Skoda delivered 731,300 cars during 2022, 149,600 (16.7%) less than… Continue reading Russia exit and supply troubles stifle Skoda sales in 2022
My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep. 18)
Could you tell people you drive an Ora Funky Cat? Episode 18 of My Week In Cars finds our resident gearheads Steve Cropley and Matt Prior talk about weird car names, wonder whether it’s worth upgrading the handling of a Tesla Model 3, get into a configurator addiction with a Japanese-spec Caterham Seven and, of course, bring an update on… Continue reading My Week In Cars: New Steve Cropley/Matt Prior podcast (ep. 18)
2 Energy Stocks You Can Buy Right Now to Play the EV Boom
Motley Fool Is Apple a Screaming Buy Right Now? For much of 2022, Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) resisted the market sell-off, but eventually, it succumbed. Despite its retreat, the iPhone maker delivered a better performance than most of its big tech peers, reporting revenue growth of 8% for the quarter and the year, even as it faced stiff… Continue reading 2 Energy Stocks You Can Buy Right Now to Play the EV Boom
Magna Announces Date for Q4 & Year End 2022 Results and 2023 Outlook Conference Call
Magna International Inc. AURORA, Ontario, Jan. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG) (NYSE:MGA) MAGNA ANNOUNCES DATE FOR Q4 & YEAR END 2022 RESULTS and 2023 OUTLOOK CONFERENCE CALL FRIDAY – FEBRUARY 10, 2023 8:00 AM ET DIAL IN NUMBERS Toll-Free: 1-800-891-9945 International: 1-416-981-9017 Webcast: www.magna.com Slide presentation… Continue reading Magna Announces Date for Q4 & Year End 2022 Results and 2023 Outlook Conference Call
All US domestic flights grounded as key FAA system goes down
Flights across the U.S. – including potentially all that fly through any domestic U.S. airspace – are delayed this morning as a major system outage means the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) can’t send out key hazard notices to commercial pilots. The FAA says it’s working to resolve the issue, but the widespread impact continues as… Continue reading All US domestic flights grounded as key FAA system goes down
CAPEWELL ANNOUNCES JIM TINSLEY JOINS BOARD OF ADVISORS
SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn., Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Capewell, a global leader in aerial delivery and life support survivability solutions, announced Jim Tinsley has joined the Company’s prestigious Board of Advisors. “Capewell’s Board of Advisors, led by retired Marine Corps General James Amos, has added another highly distinguished business leader to its ranks,” stated Lane… Continue reading CAPEWELL ANNOUNCES JIM TINSLEY JOINS BOARD OF ADVISORS