Category: Automotive

Xpeng P7 Completes Cold Weather Testing

Xpeng’s P7 electric sports sedan completes cold-weather validation and nears ever closer to the start of production. The P7 was scheduled to launch in the second quarter of 2020, but with the disruptions in China caused by the Coronavirus outbreak, that timeline could possibly be pushed back a bit.   The P7 will be Xpeng’s second… Continue reading Xpeng P7 Completes Cold Weather Testing

@Hyundai: Hyundai and Kia Develop World’s First ICT Connected Shift System

Information and communication technology (ICT) automatically shifts to optimal gear based on road and traffic conditions ahead Improves driving comfort and fuel efficiency by minimizing unnecessary shifts through predictive gear-shifting control system Future developments to include consideration of driver’s preferences and traffic signal status Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation announced today that they… Continue reading @Hyundai: Hyundai and Kia Develop World’s First ICT Connected Shift System

Nissan hopes people will pay $699 a month to swap cars on demand

Sponsored Links Roberto Baldwin / Engadget Over the last couple of years, we’ve seen automakers like Porsche and Cadillac try their hand at car subscription services, and now Nissan is doing the same. Starting in Houston, the Japanese automaker is testing its new Switch service, which allows you to swap Nissan vehicles through a mobile… Continue reading Nissan hopes people will pay $699 a month to swap cars on demand

@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Unveils AMG-Exclusive Tier for “Mercedes-Benz Collection” Luxury Vehicle Subscription Plan in Atlanta

ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mercedes-Benz is expanding its Mercedes-Benz Collection luxury vehicle subscription service to include a brand-new tier consisting exclusively of the company’s AMG high performance models. Currently available only in Atlanta, Ga., the AMG-Exclusive tier provides car enthusiasts with unprecedented access to the top echelon of the Mercedes-AMG product line. Mercedes-Benz Collection subscribers who crave style… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Unveils AMG-Exclusive Tier for “Mercedes-Benz Collection” Luxury Vehicle Subscription Plan in Atlanta

@Daimler: 19. Feb 2020Supervisory Board extends Hubertus Troska’s contract

Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG. Greater China Hubertus Troska has been a member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG since December 13, 2012. In this function, he is responsible for China activities. Hubertus Troska is also a member of the Supervisory Board of Daimler Truck AG. Appointed until: December… Continue reading @Daimler: 19. Feb 2020Supervisory Board extends Hubertus Troska’s contract

@Daimler: 19. Feb 2020Daimler AG proposes Timotheus Höttges for election to the Supervisory Board

February 19, 2020 – On the basis of a recommendation by the Nomination Committee, the Supervisory Board of Daimler AG has decided to propose to the Annual General Meeting that Timotheus Höttges be elected to the Supervisory Board as a member representing the shareholders with effect from the end of the Annual General Meeting held… Continue reading @Daimler: 19. Feb 2020Daimler AG proposes Timotheus Höttges for election to the Supervisory Board

@Daimler: 18. Feb 2020Daimler Trucks with solid 2019 result – 2020 focus on efficiency gains and measures for CO2 neutrality

February 18, 2020 – Daimler Trucks ended the financial year 2019 with a solid result in a challenging environment. In 2020, the division focuses on efficiency gains and measures for CO2 neutrality. With an operating profit (earnings before interest and taxes, EBIT) amounting to 2.5 billion euros, 2019 was the third most successful financial year… Continue reading @Daimler: 18. Feb 2020Daimler Trucks with solid 2019 result – 2020 focus on efficiency gains and measures for CO2 neutrality