Upstream’s Ann Arbor center aims to protect connected cars from cyberattacks

Half of all auto cyberattacks in history occurred in 2021 alone — up nearly 140% from 2020. That’s according to Upstream Security Ltd., a startup offering a cloud-based automotive cybersecurity and data analytics platform that’s opening its first vehicle security operation center outside of its native Israel in Ann Arbor. The number of connected vehicles on the… Continue reading Upstream’s Ann Arbor center aims to protect connected cars from cyberattacks

Stellantis adds Airbus, ServiceNow executive as chief digital information officer

The maker of Jeep and Chrysler has added a new chief officer to lead its digital strategy and improve information technology project execution. A chief digital information officer, Chris Taylor, who comes from cloud computing platform creator ServiceNow Inc. and aerospace corporation Airbus SE, will help lead Stellantis NV toward its goal of becoming a sustainable mobility… Continue reading Stellantis adds Airbus, ServiceNow executive as chief digital information officer

Stellantis extends Windsor Assembly’s 2nd shift through June

The maker of Chrysler minivans is extending the second shift at its Windsor Assembly Plant in Ontario beyond 2022, Stellantis NV confirmed on Wednesday. The second shift now is slated to be cut at the end of June 2023, spokeswoman LouAnn Gosselin said in an email. The plant is expected to be retooled starting in 2023… Continue reading Stellantis extends Windsor Assembly’s 2nd shift through June

Yellen to speak at Ford Electric Vehicle Center Thursday

Washington — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will deliver an economic speech Thursday at Ford Motor Co.’s Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn. Yellen’s visit to the plant that builds Ford’s electric F-150 Lightning truck will include a 2 p.m. speech on President Joe Biden’s economic growth strategy.  “We’re looking forward to hosting Treasury Secretary Yellen at… Continue reading Yellen to speak at Ford Electric Vehicle Center Thursday