Volkswagen Financial Services is now running a pilot car rental scheme with a handful of UK dealerships being used as collection and drop off points. Progress ŠKODA in Northampton, is one of the first UK retailers to offer Volkswagen Financial Services UK, Rent-a-Car service. Other dealers listed on the VFS rental website are Citygate Volkswagen,… Continue reading Volkswagen Financial Services pilots rental scheme with dealers
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On the death of Sergio Marchionne: The Wolf in woolen sweater
All articles and backgrounds 07/25/2018 The death of Sergio Marchionne The Wolf in woolen sweater AFP Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne in March 2018 It should only be a small operation on the shoulder, nothing serious. Within a few days, Sergio Marchionne assured only a few weeks ago, he would resume his work. But the… Continue reading On the death of Sergio Marchionne: The Wolf in woolen sweater
Bosch & Foreca – Weather Feeling for Autonomous Driving
In cooperation with Foreca’s weather expertise, Bosch has developed the “Popometer”. The word “Popometer” apparently comes from the racing car industry and means the feeling for the road conditions in relation to the weather. The racers would notice it from the back of the hip out and so put the term popo-meter through. And so… Continue reading Bosch & Foreca – Weather Feeling for Autonomous Driving
Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne dies aged 66
Sergio Marchionne, the former head of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), has died. Marchionne, 66, suffered complications from a recent shoulder surgery at a hospital in Zurich, Switzerland, and was replaced as CEO last weekend when his ill health prevented him from continuing in a leadership role. “Unfortunately, what we feared has come to pass. Sergio Marchionne,… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler boss Sergio Marchionne dies aged 66
Daimler and Baidu to Enhance Strategic Cooperation in Automated Driving and Vehicle Connectivity
Daimler and Baidu signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand partner-ship through the Apollo autonomous driving platform and to integrate Baidu’s vehicle connectivity services into Mercedes-Benz infotainment system MBUX. Dr. Dieter Zetsche: “Automated driving and connectivity are progressing at an unprecedented rate in China. Daimler and Baidu already enjoy a strong partnership in these two… Continue reading Daimler and Baidu to Enhance Strategic Cooperation in Automated Driving and Vehicle Connectivity
Lyft sued for patent infringement
A professor from Georgia sued Lyft for using an idea he had in 1999. A new lawsuit goes through the industry and this time it has the car broker Lyft met. The retired professor of engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, Stephen Dickerson, sued the company because of the billing method. Aptiv Lyft fleet.… Continue reading Lyft sued for patent infringement
EU complains of manipulation in WLTP measurement: carmakers to trick in new emissions tests
All articles and backgrounds 07/25/2018 EU complains of manipulation in WLTP measurement carmakers to trick in new emissions tests Volkswagen “Blown-Up” WLTP Values: Are Car Manufacturers Artificially Boosting Exhaust Gas Readings to Easierly Achieve Future Reduction Plans for the Future? Did the carmaker learn anything from the diesel scandal? According to various reports, the manufacturers… Continue reading EU complains of manipulation in WLTP measurement: carmakers to trick in new emissions tests
Go West: New electric taxi dealership opens in Chiswick
Successful model with new strengths: the second generation of the Audi Q3
The new Audi Q3 is a family SUV with great all-round talents. In the second generation it appears not only visually more self-confident, but also roomier and more versatile. Just like the Audi top-of-the-line models, it features a fully digital operating and display concept, extensive infotainment solutions and innovative assist systems. They enhance comfort, as… Continue reading Successful model with new strengths: the second generation of the Audi Q3
After the Fatal Crash, Uber Revamps Its Robo-Car Testing
In the four months since an Uber self-driving car struck and killed a woman in Arizona, the ride-hail company’s autonomous vehicle tech has stayed off public roads. The governor of that state banned Uber from testing there; the company let its autonomous vehicle testing permit lapse in California; it pulled its vehicles off the streets… Continue reading After the Fatal Crash, Uber Revamps Its Robo-Car Testing