Delhi-headquartered CE Info Systems, popularly known as MapmyIndia, is stepping up efforts to tap the market opportunity for connected vehicle devices such as GPS trackers, dashboard-mounted video recorders, as well as connected infotainment systems, which are witnessing a strong uptake in the aftermarket as tech-savvy consumers look to keep their vehicles up-to-date with the changing… Continue reading MapmyIndia eyes soaring demand for vehicle IoT devices
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UAW blasts Biden administration over Ford, SK battery loan
The head of the UAW on Friday bashed the Biden administration’s decision this week to give conditional approval for a multibillion-dollar loan package to a joint venture between Ford Motor and a South Korean battery maker without including wage, work conditions and retirement demands upfront. “We have been absolutely clear that the switch to electric… Continue reading UAW blasts Biden administration over Ford, SK battery loan
Ford job cuts coming to salaried workers in North America: What we know
Ford Motor Co. is planning to lay off a minimum of “several hundred” salaried employees, starting as soon as next week, the Detroit Free Press has learned. The action will be limited to white-collar workers in North America, perhaps just the U.S. At issue is not buyouts but layoffs, specifically in the areas of Ford… Continue reading Ford job cuts coming to salaried workers in North America: What we know
‘Car Wars’ report: Next 4 years could be ‘uncertain and volatile’ for Detroit Three
A closely watched annual report on the auto industry says product planners will soon be facing one of the most challenging stretches in history as they try to juggle a looming electric vehicle transition. But the 45-page “Car Wars 2024-2027” report released this week from BofA Global Research, which is part of Bank of America,… Continue reading ‘Car Wars’ report: Next 4 years could be ‘uncertain and volatile’ for Detroit Three
UAW’s top lawyer no longer with union
The UAW has parted ways with the union’s lead attorney. Two sources with knowledge of the situation who agreed to speak about it on condition of anonymity confirmed that Abigail Carter, who had been the union’s general counsel, as of Wednesday was no longer with the union. The reason for the departure was not made… Continue reading UAW’s top lawyer no longer with union
Ford’s electric future looks bright, as the automaker doubles down on batteries and cuts costs
Ford Motor Co., CEO Jim Farley gives the thumbs up sign before announcing Ford Motor will partner with Chinese-based, Amperex Technology, to build an all-electric vehicle battery plant in Marshall, Michigan, during a press conference in Romulus, Michigan February 13, 2023. Rebecca Cook | Reuters Go to Source
Ford prepares another round of salaried job cuts
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CarMax gains as focus on costs drives quarterly profit beat
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San Francisco’s fire chief is fed up with robotaxis that mess with her firetrucks
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GM hires new top Democratic lobbyist
Washington — General Motors Co. hired Eric Feldman as the Detroit automaker’s senior lobbyist working with Democrats, the company said Friday. Feldman, a Michigan native, will join the company as executive director for federal affairs beginning Monday. He most recently led Airbnb’s federal and international affairs team and, before that, worked as chief of staff… Continue reading GM hires new top Democratic lobbyist