Editor's note: Aside from the useful article below, we have breaking news out of China that Shanghai Gigafactory construction is speeding up. We'll start with that news
Category: OEMs
Dialog with researchers into the future at Audi about digitization, dilemmas and diversity
Audi is to launch a new annual series of public lectures under the heading “Science in Dialogue” on Tuesday, January 29. A total of twelve theme evenings will focus on the most diverse facets of rapid global change. International scientists will provide insights into their research, highlighting both social and technological aspects. Admission is free… Continue reading Dialog with researchers into the future at Audi about digitization, dilemmas and diversity
Volkswagen Group Components to start series production of flexible fast charging station
In future, the Hanover plant is to produce the flexible fast charging station of Volkswagen Group Components in series. New flexible charging station to be produced at the Hanover components plant CEO Thomas Schmall: “Consistent transformation of our product portfolio towards e-mobility and a key element in our battery strategy” The transformation of Volkswagen Group… Continue reading Volkswagen Group Components to start series production of flexible fast charging station
Volkswagen Group Components well-positioned for the future
Dr. Stefan Sommer (l.) and Thomas Schmall New brand with five newly organized business areas since January 1, 2019 Group Board of Management Member Dr. Stefan Sommer: “Group Components is assuming end-to-end responsibility for the battery, from competence development for the cells through to recycling.” Group Components CEO Thomas Schmall: “€2 billion of cost savings… Continue reading Volkswagen Group Components well-positioned for the future
Tesla Model 3 Wins (Another) Resale Value Competition — But Kelley Blue Book Awards Sort Of F***ed Up
Less than 3 weeks ago, Michael Barnard conducted an analysis for CleanTechnica examining the resale value of the Tesla Model 3 compared to competitors. The conclusion was that the Model 3 was dramatically better at holding its value than other cars in its class
Chrysler Pacifica Named ‘Family Car of the Year’ by Cars.com for Second Consecutive Year
January 24, 2019 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Cars.com editors announced today that the 2019 Chrysler Pacifica is once again its ‘Family Car of the Year.’ This is the second year in a row that the Chrysler Pacifica has earned the ‘Family Car of the Year’ title, building on its 2017 model-year introduction win of Cars.com’s ‘Best of’… Continue reading Chrysler Pacifica Named ‘Family Car of the Year’ by Cars.com for Second Consecutive Year
FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND MECUM AUCTIONS SETTLE LITIGATION OVER FORD GT OWNERSHIP AGREEMENT
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions.… Continue reading FORD MOTOR COMPANY AND MECUM AUCTIONS SETTLE LITIGATION OVER FORD GT OWNERSHIP AGREEMENT
Afraid Of Driverless Technology? PAVE Hopes To Persuade You Of AV Safety
A new coalition of diverse organizations wants to educate the US public and policymakers about autonomous vehicles
Does Hype Around Big Auto’s EVs Help Or Hurt Tesla?
While it's been slow to cut the umbilical cord from gas (and diesel) powered cars, Big Auto is starting to open up to vehicle electrification. This has sparked speculation, especially from financial pundits, that Tesla's days are numbered. Would Big Auto's newfound interest in clean cars squash the Silicon Valley upstart? Or, would their impact draw more attention to the electric car innovator
Mercedes me: Breakdown management.
Recommended Kraftstoffverbrauch kombiniert CO₂-Emissionen kombiniert Stromverbrauch im kombinierten Testzyklus Product may vary after press date on 24.01.2019. 1 Die angegebenen Werte wurden nach dem vorgeschriebenen Messverfahren ermittelt. Es handelt sich um die „NEFZ-CO₂-Werte“ i. S. v. Art. 2 Nr. 1 Durchführungsverordnung (EU) 2017/1153. Die Kraftstoffverbrauchswerte wurden auf Basis dieser Werte errechnet. Der Stromverbrauch wurde auf der Grundlage der VO 692/2008/EG ermittelt.… Continue reading Mercedes me: Breakdown management.