The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on supply chains world-over has been profoundly disruptive, to say the least. Reeling under sudden lockdowns, fluctuations in demand and supply, logistics disruptions and shortages, the automotive industry was left in the deep end for over a year and is still recovering from the shock. Global semiconductor shortages continue… Continue reading Being FutuReady: Re-imagining automotive supply chains in post-Covid world
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White collar hiring activity up 40% from year ago in May
The white collar job market continued to show robust recovery in May as hiring activity surged over 40% compared to a year ago amid recovery across key industry sectors, according to the latest data from jobs portal Naukri.com based on its JobSpeak Index. The key sectors that led the growth were travel and hospitality (+352%… Continue reading White collar hiring activity up 40% from year ago in May
eBAJA kicks off at Natrax
SAEIndia (Society of Automotive Engineers) kicked off at Pithampur with 36 teams of the 46 participants from India’s engineering colleges reaching the venue in a BAJA buggy prototype. This was the first physical round following on the preliminary round in September 2021, the virtual round in December 2021, and the mBAJA event in April 2022.… Continue reading eBAJA kicks off at Natrax
Omega Seiki, Grip join hands for retail tie-up
Omega Seiki Mobility has partnered with Grip, an alternative investment platform for retail investors. Under the partnership, Grip will finance 1,000 units of electric three-wheelers Rage+ and Rapid of Omega Seiki. In a press note, both companies said they aim to expand this partnership to lease a minimum of 5,000 electric vehicles by the end of… Continue reading Omega Seiki, Grip join hands for retail tie-up
EV supercar maker Rimac accelerates away with 500 million euros investment – Emerging Europe
Made in Croatia, Rimac’s Nevera is one of the fastest cars on the road. Now, its technology is set to help other carmakers overcome the challenges of making high-performance electric vehicles. Croatia’s Rimac, which makes some of the fastest – and most expensive – supercars in the world, has raised 500 million euros from investors… Continue reading EV supercar maker Rimac accelerates away with 500 million euros investment – Emerging Europe
Project Gecko: Wiesmann committed to V-8 sports car despite move into EVs – Motor Authority
Niche German performance marque Wiesmann made a return earlier this year under new ownership, plus a new focus on electric mobility with the reveal of the Project Thunderball electric sports car. However, the company hasn’t abandoned its heritage of gas-powered sports cars just yet. In fact, it’s working on a new sports car to be… Continue reading Project Gecko: Wiesmann committed to V-8 sports car despite move into EVs – Motor Authority
Eight cars with royal names | Axon’s Automotive Anorak | GRR – Goodwood Road and Racing
This week in the UK we have been given an exceptional two-day public holiday to create a long weekend in which we can all celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s astonishing 70-year reign on the Throne. Go to Source
Yummy Raises $47 Million in Funding
Yummy, a provider of an on-demand delivery and transportation app in Venezuela and Bolivia, raised $47 million in its latest financing. The round was led by Anthos Capital, with the participation of JAM Fund, Soma Capital, WIND Ventures, Ethos Capital, and YC Continuity. In connection with this financing, Barney Harford, former COO of Uber Technologies and CEO of Orbitz Worldwide, has been appointed to the… Continue reading Yummy Raises $47 Million in Funding
BULLET LINER USA ANNOUNCES BUILDER AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
“…a mutually beneficial program offering builders the chance to be featured in Bullet Liner’s booth at 2022 SEMA…” Tweet this Bullet Liner, a Carlisle brand, is the industry-leading spray-on, pick-up truck bed liner. Founded on pioneering technology over three decades ago, Bullet Liner offers a UV color-safe polyurea sealant that protects vehicles from dents, dings,… Continue reading BULLET LINER USA ANNOUNCES BUILDER AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
North American $970+ Million Wiper Blades Aftermarket Growth Opportunities to 2027
DUBLIN, June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “North American Wiper Blades Aftermarket Growth Opportunities” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The total revenue of the wiper blades aftermarket is expected to rise from approximately $688.3 million in 2020 to an estimated $971.7 million in 2027. Growth rates will be significantly higher in beam and hybrid… Continue reading North American $970+ Million Wiper Blades Aftermarket Growth Opportunities to 2027