Category: Automotive

German auto lobby to pick Hildegard Mueller as president

Environmental activists have accused the industry of failing to do enough to help avert a climate crisis. FRANKFURT – The German carmakers lobby VDA is set to appoint conservative politician and former Innogy board member Hildegard Mueller as president, Berlin daily newspaper Der Tagesspiegel reported on Wednesday, citing sources. Frontrunner Mueller was currently meeting VDA… Continue reading German auto lobby to pick Hildegard Mueller as president

BYD Scored New Largest Electric Bus Order In The U.S.

130 BYD K7M buses were ordered by the Los Angeles Department of Transportation. BYD happily announced that the Los Angeles Department of Transportation ordered 130 of its battery-electric K7M buses, which is the new largest single order for EV buses in the U.S. (by number of vehicles). The K7M model is a short one –… Continue reading BYD Scored New Largest Electric Bus Order In The U.S.

Working toward a fully electric future — and challenging partners to do the same

As we build a company that connects people seamlessly, affordably, and reliably across all modes of transportation, we’re committed to doing so in a way that reduces greenhouse gas emissions—so our cities can be healthier, safer and more prosperous for all. We’re announcing a big step forward in this commitment today in Denver, where Lyft… Continue reading Working toward a fully electric future — and challenging partners to do the same

Porsche launches sales pop-up as flexible sales format

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Ferrari N.V.: Completion of the second tranche of the disclosed multi-year share repurchase program and announcement of the third tranche

Maranello (Italy), 14 November 2019 – Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/MTA: RACE) (“Ferrari” or the “Company”) announces that under the multi-year common share repurchase program announced on 28 December 2018 (the “Program”), the Company has purchased additional common shares in respect of the second tranche of the Program – reported in aggregate form, on a daily basis… Continue reading Ferrari N.V.: Completion of the second tranche of the disclosed multi-year share repurchase program and announcement of the third tranche

From material selection to prototype construction: The battery cell technology of the future is taking shape at the BMW Group Battery Cell Competence Centre

Munich. The BMW Group is building on its leading position in the world of electric mobility and has pooled its many years of experience with battery cells and extensive knowledge in the field in a new Competence Centre. The purpose of the facility in Munich is to advance battery cell technology and carefully dissect the… Continue reading From material selection to prototype construction: The battery cell technology of the future is taking shape at the BMW Group Battery Cell Competence Centre

Ford’s all-electric SUV is officially the ‘Mustang Mach-E,’ and you can reserve one starting Nov. 17

Ford has revealed the official name of its forthcoming EV SUV, which has a Mustang lineage and which will be officially revealed on November 17 in LA. The new vehicle is called the Mustang Mach-E, and following its official unveiling (hosted by Idris Elba, by the way), you’ll be able to actually sign up online… Continue reading Ford’s all-electric SUV is officially the ‘Mustang Mach-E,’ and you can reserve one starting Nov. 17

UPDATE 1-Daimler takes “reality check” on robotaxis

FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Daimler has taken a “reality check” on self-driving “robotaxis”, acknowledging that making them safe is proving harder than first thought amid questions over their future earnings potential. Ola Kaellenius, a board member of Daimler AG presents the new Mercedes GLC F-CELL during the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany September 12,… Continue reading UPDATE 1-Daimler takes “reality check” on robotaxis

New Caulking Gun Features Drip Control and Adjustable Thrust Ratios

Irion-America, LLC, manufacturer of DELTA Caulking Guns introduced their new “XPtechnology.’ drip control‘ caulking gun with adjustable thrust ratios – 12:1 or 25:1. The company reports that the new equipment is ideal for trade professionals and when set to a 12:1 thrust ratio, the gun dispenses standard materials such as acrylic, latex, and silicone caulks or… Continue reading New Caulking Gun Features Drip Control and Adjustable Thrust Ratios