BMW revealed the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, a concept electric vehicle that will underpin its foray into battery-powered cars. Arjun Kharpal | CNBC MUNICH — BMW will build its semi-autonomous driver assistance system on Amazon’s cloud computing technology, the two companies said Tuesday. The German automaker’s next-generation advanced driver assistance system, or ADAS, will feature… Continue reading BMW to use Amazon cloud technology to build its autonomous driving features for new EVs
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Chinese electric carmakers ramp up push overseas, setting up clash with U.S., European auto giants
BYD launched the BYD Seal in Europe at the IAA auto show in Munich, Germany. The electric sedan has a starting price of 44,900 euros ($48,479). Arjun Kharpal | CNBC Munich, GERMANY — The IAA in Munich, Germany is one of Europe’s most high-profile auto shows. And it was dominated by Chinese electric car firms… Continue reading Chinese electric carmakers ramp up push overseas, setting up clash with U.S., European auto giants
US moves to force recall of 52 million air bag inflators that can explode and hurl shrapnel
Detroit – The U.S. government is taking a big step toward forcing a defiant Tennessee company to recall 52 million air bag inflators that could explode, hurl shrapnel and injure or kill people. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Tuesday said it has made an initial decision that the inflators made by ARC Automotive… Continue reading US moves to force recall of 52 million air bag inflators that can explode and hurl shrapnel
Ford’s sales post slight gain in August
Ford Motor Co.’s sales ticked up 2% year-over-year in August, according to numbers released Tuesday. The Dearborn automaker sold 161,300 new vehicles in the United States last month, up from 158,088 in August 2022. Sales of internal combustion engine vehicles, which make up the bulk of Ford’s sales, were essentially flat compared to a year… Continue reading Ford’s sales post slight gain in August
Rise of China’s EV makers threatens Western firms, UBS says
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Drivers squeezed as auto insurance costs soar across the U.S.
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Electric cars pass a crucial tipping point in 23 countries
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Strong growth of EVs in India means new biz opportunities for players
The appointment of Abhit Thulkar as Vice President for business development and Amit Borkar as Vice President, New Mobility at Pune-based ARaymond India Pvt. Ltd should not come as a surprise. The Grenoble, France-based family-owned company was established in 1865, and has been planning its future as India’s automotive industries recover fast post Covid and… Continue reading Strong growth of EVs in India means new biz opportunities for players
Mini electric racing series under consideration
Mini is evaluating a future electric motorsport programme – but will only consider one that highlights the key traits of the brand. The British marque has now rebadged its classic three-door hatch as the Mini Cooper, in recognition of John Cooper’s performance models that achieved a string of motorsport successes in the 1960s, including victory on… Continue reading Mini electric racing series under consideration
Autocar Electric podcast: Live from the 2023 Munich motor show
The 2023 Munich motor show has played host to a plethora of hugely important new car reveals, including radical new concepts from BMW and Mercedes, an electric hot hatch from Volkswagen and even the rebirth of the Renault Scenic. Returning for a second running – having replaced the biennial Frankfurt motor show in 2021 –… Continue reading Autocar Electric podcast: Live from the 2023 Munich motor show