Faurecia, one of the world’s leading automotive technology companies, today announced an investment in Powersphyr, a Silicon Valley start-up to accelerate the Group’s solutions for a smart and connected Cockpit of the Future. Powersphyr is a leading provider of innovative wireless charging solutions focused on automotive, consumer, and industrial markets. Their easy-to-use solutions can be… Continue reading FAURECIA INVESTS IN POWERSPHYR TO ENHANCE ITS TECHNOLOGY OFFERING FOR COCKPIT CONNECTIVITY
Category: Automotive
Lagonda Previews SUV to Debut in 2021
Free Price Quote From a Local Dealer View Special Offers No Obligation, Fast & Simple Free New Car Quote Change Car GO Aston Martin reintroduced the Lagonda brand back in 2014, and it went to work making the $1 million Taraf sedan. Now it’s getting ready to unveil its first true production model, an SUV… Continue reading Lagonda Previews SUV to Debut in 2021
Opel Onstar ends 2020
May 9, 2018 at 19:05 Connectivity service: Opel Onstar ends 2020 Infotainment system with OnStar in the OpelZafira. Photo: Opel Opel owners who have equipped their vehicle with the online-based service Onstar will be unable to use it from 2021. By Mario Hommen On 31 December 2020, the connectivity service of the former Opel parent… Continue reading Opel Onstar ends 2020
Lyft’s monthly subscription plan gets a waitlist
Lyft is moving ahead with tests of the All-Access plan, a monthly subscription service for rides through the Lyft platform. In the next couple of hours, a select group of riders will see an option to sign up for a waitlist to be part of Lyft’s next round of All-Access invitations. “Testing our newest All-Access… Continue reading Lyft’s monthly subscription plan gets a waitlist
Faurecia Invests In Powersphyr To Enhance Its Technology Offering For Cockpit Connectivity
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Faurecia, one of the world’s leading automotive technology companies, today announced an investment in Powersphyr, a Silicon Valley start-up to accelerate the Group’s solutions for a smart and connected Cockpit of the Future. Powersphyr is a leading provider of innovative wireless charging solutions focused on automotive, consumer,… Continue reading Faurecia Invests In Powersphyr To Enhance Its Technology Offering For Cockpit Connectivity
Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn: 188 miles is enough for electric cars; now prices must be cut
2018 Nissan Leaf with EVgo fast charger at NJ Turnpike Molly Pitcher travel plaza, Feb 2018 Enlarge Photo At about 188 miles, the range of today’s electric cars is enough. It’s the price that needs to come down. So says Carlos Ghosn, an electric-car pioneer among CEOs of mainstream automakers. Ghosn made the statement at… Continue reading Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn: 188 miles is enough for electric cars; now prices must be cut
Wheels partners with Uber for Business to expand mobility options for fleets
DES PLAINES, Ill., May 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Wheels, Inc., a leader in the automotive fleet management industry, is pleased to announce its partnership with Uber for Business, a platform that allows companies to manage ground transportation with Uber. The new partnership offers a solution that enables fleets to gain visibility into their ride-hailing activity. “We… Continue reading Wheels partners with Uber for Business to expand mobility options for fleets
UPDATE 3-Ford halts F-series, Super Duty production after fire at supplier
DETROIT (Reuters) – Ford Motor Co (F.N) said on Wednesday it has halted production of some of its most profitable vehicles, the F-150 and Super Duty full-size pickup trucks, at two U.S. factories after a fire at a supplier plant that produces parts for the trucks. Production of F-150 pickups at a third Ford plant… Continue reading UPDATE 3-Ford halts F-series, Super Duty production after fire at supplier
Vauxhall OnStar services to be switched off in 2020
Vauxhall’s OnStar connectivity service, which provides on-board wi-fi, as well as concierge services such as vehicle diagnostics and hotel booking, will be switched off on 31 December 2020. In preparation for this, no new Vauxhall models will be fitted with OnStar from January 2019. The move comes as details of Vauxhall’s takeover by Groupe PSA… Continue reading Vauxhall OnStar services to be switched off in 2020
Ford Explores Cleaner Air and Increased Productivity for Cities, Expands Transit Plug-in Hybrid Van Trial to Valencia
Ford is to extend research into the use in urban areas of plug-in hybrid electric vans that run solely on electric power for most city trips Working with the regional government of Valencia and the Valencia City leadership, the company seeks to better understand benefits both for the environment and for customers The Transit Custom… Continue reading Ford Explores Cleaner Air and Increased Productivity for Cities, Expands Transit Plug-in Hybrid Van Trial to Valencia