E-Tron at the Brussels Motor Show in January Audi obtains its battery cells from the Korean supplier LG Chem. (Photo: Reuters) Munich, Wolfsburg Audi must stop the production of his hope-bearing E-Tron. The assembly of the electric car in the Brussels plant was interrupted until Wednesdaythe automaker said on Friday. The group gives the reason… Continue reading Electric car: Audi temporarily shuts down production of the E-Tron
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@Renault: The management and governors of the Volga Federal district visited AVTOVAZ
An official delegation within the Council under Russia’s Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Volga Federal district Igor Komarov made a working visit to AVTOVAZ. Guests, among which were governors of almost all regions of the VFD, visited the production site and had the opportunity to test modern LADA lineup. Both long-term prospects of AVTOVAZ development… Continue reading @Renault: The management and governors of the Volga Federal district visited AVTOVAZ
Pulman Group acquires Silbury ŠKODA in Cramlington
Pulman Group has recently acquired the Silbury ŠKODA site in Cramlington, Northumberland. The 28 Silbury staff will remain at the dealership, bringing the total number of employees employed by Pulman to over 250. Ian Buckle, managing director, said “We knew this business was a fantastic fit to our family run business here in the North… Continue reading Pulman Group acquires Silbury ŠKODA in Cramlington
@VW Group: TRATON starts cooperation on cybersecurity and AI with RISE
TRATON and the Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) will start a long-term cooperation that will initially focus on cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence (AI). TRATON and RISE have therefore signed today a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will serve as a platform for a long-term and strategic relationship. As the first step, the cooperation will concentrate… Continue reading @VW Group: TRATON starts cooperation on cybersecurity and AI with RISE
@VW Group: Porsche Ventures invests in US software company DSP Concepts
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche Ventures invests in US software company DSP Concepts
Lyft buys digital car-top advertising startup Halo Cars
Feb 21 (Reuters) – Lyft Inc has bought U.S.-based startup Halo Cars, which allows drivers to make money through digital advertisements displayed on top of their vehicles. The deal, first reported by Axios, was confirmed by the ride-hailing company on Friday. Lyft did not comment on the financing of the deal. Halo Cars was founded… Continue reading Lyft buys digital car-top advertising startup Halo Cars
@Toyota: Toyotsu Automotive Creation Signs a Business Agreement with USS, the Largest Used Vehicle Auction Provider- The First Installation of the UVeye’s Vehicle Inspection System in Japan –
2020-02-21 Toyotsu Automotive Creation Corporation (TAC), a wholly-own subsidiary of the Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho), signed a business agreement with Japan’s largest used vehicle auction provider, USS Co., Ltd. (USS) on installation of undercarriage and wheels imaging system from UVeye, Ltd. (UVeye) of Israel, for which Toyota Tsusho holds sales rights. Trial use of… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyotsu Automotive Creation Signs a Business Agreement with USS, the Largest Used Vehicle Auction Provider- The First Installation of the UVeye’s Vehicle Inspection System in Japan –
Chevrolet Introduces Its First EV In China: Menlo EV
Chevrolet Menlo Electric Vehicle Launched in China 2020-02-20 Has electric range of 410 kilometers Offers smooth, quiet and natural driving experience SHANGHAI – The Chevrolet Menlo sporty-looking sedan, the brand’s first fully electric vehicle in China, was launched today. Initially being offered in Beijing, the Chevrolet Menlo is available in four variants priced from RMB… Continue reading Chevrolet Introduces Its First EV In China: Menlo EV
Malaysia revamps auto policy with third national car in mind
KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia unveiled on Friday a much-delayed automotive policy, hoping to stay ahead of Thailand and Indonesia by shifting the focus from energy-efficient cars to next-generation vehicles production for the region. The National Automotive Policy 2020 also sought to redefine its national car classifications to accommodate a third national car maker, after China’s Geely-backed Proton… Continue reading Malaysia revamps auto policy with third national car in mind
DSP Concepts Raises $14.5M in Series B Funding
DSP Concepts, a Santa Clara, Calif.-based voice recognition company, has raised $14.5m in Series B funding. The round was led by Taiwania Capital, with participation from BMW i Ventures, Sony Innovation Fund by IGV, MediaTek Ventures, Porsche Ventures and the ARM IoT Fund. The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its… Continue reading DSP Concepts Raises $14.5M in Series B Funding