In evolving from a steroidal version of the Skyline coupé into a bespoke supercar, the Nissan GT-R became the performance bargain of the decade, no contest. Imported JDM examples of the R35 blew minds in 2008, winning our annual Best Driver’s Car title, so our test of the first UK-market model was certain to be… Continue reading From the archive: on this day in 2009
Category: US Motoring Press
GM hires former Apple, Twitter exec Mike Abbott to run its entire software development
General Motors has hired a former Apple executive to help it develop in-vehicle software features for car buyers. GM announced Tuesday that Mike Abbott, the former vice president of engineering for Apple’s Cloud Services division, will join GM as executive vice president of software starting May 22. Abbott will report to CEO Mary Barra. “His… Continue reading GM hires former Apple, Twitter exec Mike Abbott to run its entire software development
Study: Automakers may face tough sell with subscriptions for heated seats, remote start
Automakers that expect to make big bucks by charging consumers for features on demand, such as heated seats or hands-free driving, will face an uphill battle, a new study said. Cox Automotive released the study — “Software Monetization: The Emergence of Vehicle Features on Demand” — Tuesday that showed most in-market car shoppers were not… Continue reading Study: Automakers may face tough sell with subscriptions for heated seats, remote start
Rivian reports a narrower-than-expected quarterly loss, reaffirms EV production target
Rivian Courtesy: Rivian Electric vehicle maker Rivian Automotive on Tuesday reported a first-quarter loss that was narrower than expected and said it’s still on track to meet a 50,000-vehicle production target for 2023. Shares were up about 4% in after-hours trading following the news. related investing news Here’s how the company did as per consensus… Continue reading Rivian reports a narrower-than-expected quarterly loss, reaffirms EV production target
GM hires ex-Apple exec to lead new software unit
A sign with the General Motors quality mission statement stands in the lobby at the GM Warren Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. Rebecca Cook | Reuters DETROIT – General Motors has hired former Apple executive Mike Abbott to lead a newly created software unit for the Detroit automaker. Abbott, former vice president of engineering for… Continue reading GM hires ex-Apple exec to lead new software unit
Nikola exits European joint venture to focus on hydrogen trucks in North America
Nikola Motor Company Source: Nikola Motor Company Electric heavy truck maker Nikola said Tuesday that it’s “refocusing the company on North America” as it exited a European joint venture with its chassis supplier, The news came as the company reported its first-quarter results. Here are the key numbers, together with Wall Street estimates as reported… Continue reading Nikola exits European joint venture to focus on hydrogen trucks in North America
Fisker cuts production guidance for Ocean EV after last-minute snags
Henrik Fisker stands with the Fisker Ocean electric vehicle after it was unveiled at the Manhattan Beach Pier ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show and AutoMobilityLA on November 16, 2021 in Manhattan Beach, California. Patrick T. Fallon | AFP | Getty Images Electric vehicle startup Fisker on Tuesday reported a wider first-quarter loss than… Continue reading Fisker cuts production guidance for Ocean EV after last-minute snags
49. Monarch Tractor
Founders: Praveen Penmetsa (CEO), Mark Schwager, Zachary Omohundro, Carlo MondaviLaunched: 2018Headquarters: Livermore, CaliforniaFunding: $116.4 millionValuation: $271 millionKey technologies: Autonomous vehicles, roboticsIndustry: AgriculturePrevious appearances on Disruptor 50 List: 1 (No. 20 in 2022) Persephone Kavallines Agriculture has been difficult to disrupt, and decarbonize. As the producer of the world’s first-ever fully electric, driver-optional smart tractor, Monarch Tractor’s goal… Continue reading 49. Monarch Tractor
Hyundai and Kia thefts keep rising despite security fix
Nearly three months ago, Hyundai and Kia unveiled software that was designed to thwart an epidemic of thefts of their vehicles, caused by a security flaw that was exposed on TikTok and other social media sites. So far, it hasn’t solved the problem. Across the country, thieves are still driving off with the vehicles at… Continue reading Hyundai and Kia thefts keep rising despite security fix
GM hires ex-Apple leader to head new software team
General Motors Co. is hiring Mike Abbott, former vice president of engineering for Apple’s Cloud Services division, as the automaker’s executive vice president of software, the company said Tuesday. Abbott takes on the newly created position May 22. He will report to GM Chair and CEO Mary Barra. Abbott will head a new software organization… Continue reading GM hires ex-Apple leader to head new software team