Category: Automotive

@Daimler: After 36 years with Daimler: Stefan Buchner retires

Stuttgart – Farewell to Stefan Buchner: After 36 years in various management functions in the Daimler Group, the current Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks will retire on 30 September 2020. “My work for Daimler AG has taken me into many exciting areas of the Group… Continue reading @Daimler: After 36 years with Daimler: Stefan Buchner retires

@Honda: Honda Exhibits World Premiere of “Honda SUV e:concept” at the 2020 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2020)

BEIJING, China, Sept 28, 2020 – (JCN Newswire) – Honda today exhibited the world premiere of the Honda SUV e:concept at the 2020 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2020). The Honda SUV e:concept is a concept model indicating the direction of a future mass-production model of the Honda brand?s first electric vehicle (EV) to… Continue reading @Honda: Honda Exhibits World Premiere of “Honda SUV e:concept” at the 2020 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2020)

Chinese EV maker Xpeng, its CEO invest in air taxi startup

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Xpeng Inc said on Saturday that along with its CEO, He Xiaopeng, it has invested in air taxi startup Xpeng Heitech, as the global auto industry explores future mobility. Air taxis are vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft that use electric motors instead of jet engines. Designed to avoid the need for long runways, they have rotating wings and, in some cases, rotors in… Continue reading Chinese EV maker Xpeng, its CEO invest in air taxi startup

German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Master plan failed – Zetsche renounces Daimler comeback000399

Dieter Zetsche The former Daimler boss will not chair the supervisory body of the automotive group. (Photo: dpa) Munich The timing is maybe just a coincidence. But almost exactly two years ago to the day, Daimler supervisory board chairman Manfred Bischoff and then CEO Dieter Zetsche sealed the succession at the head of the car… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Master plan failed – Zetsche renounces Daimler comeback000399

Turntide Technologies Raises $33M in Funding

Turntide Technologies, a Sunnyvale, Calif.-based company responsible for a sustainable electric motor with digital DNA, completed a $33m funding round. Backers included The Amazon Climate Fund, Meson Capital, BMW iVentures, JLL Spark, WIND Ventures, and Tony Fadell’s Future Shape. The company intends to use the funds to continue to expand its business and development efforts. Led by Chairman and CEO Ryan Morris, Turntide makes… Continue reading Turntide Technologies Raises $33M in Funding

Human Horizons’ Super SUV, HiPhi X, Debuts at 2020 Beijing International Auto Show

Following a five month delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Beijing Auto Show is the first major international auto show to run since the outbreak began. The event is also an opportunity for many local manufacturers to showcase their latest achievements, as well as to display the latest additions from international carmakers. Positioned in the… Continue reading Human Horizons’ Super SUV, HiPhi X, Debuts at 2020 Beijing International Auto Show

@GM: Chevrolet Refreshes Equinox SUV with 22 Upgraded Features

Chevrolet Refreshes Equinox SUV with 22 Upgraded Features Offers a robust suite of choices for China’s midsize SUV buyers 2020-09-23 SHANGHAI – Chevrolet today launched the refreshed Equinox midsize SUV in China. It comes with 22 upgraded features, from its styling and powertrain to its connectivity and safety. Six new variants, including three RS models… Continue reading @GM: Chevrolet Refreshes Equinox SUV with 22 Upgraded Features

@GM: Cadillac Launches 2021 XT4 with Upgraded Features

Cadillac Launches 2021 XT4 with Upgraded Features 2020-09-16 Available Face ID keyless entry and start Latest-generation Cadillac User Experience with wireless Apple CarPlay Distinct new exterior color SHANGHAI – Cadillac today launched the model year 2021 XT4 with a suite of upgrades, including the available Face ID keyless feature. With a price ranging from RMB… Continue reading @GM: Cadillac Launches 2021 XT4 with Upgraded Features