The Ford Kuga is now petrol-only, with Ford confirming it has dropped the 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel engines from the line-up. Slow diesel sales and the increasing popularity of electrified powertrains means that Ford is streamlining its range, although it is currently reviewing whether diesel power has a future in the Kuga, according to… Continue reading Ford Kuga diesel models axed
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Behind closed doors at the Ferrari Finali Mondiali
The privileged few who live cosseted in their own sumptuous little world? That’s not fair. More accurately, those who can afford to buy and race Ferraris have their own universe in which to play and indulge, judging by the astonishing scale of the company’s end of season Finali Mondiali extravaganza, held last month. A voyeuristic… Continue reading Behind closed doors at the Ferrari Finali Mondiali
GM eyeing $2.5B investment for new battery cell plant in Lansing area
Michigan might get its big piece of the emerging electric-vehicle battery bonanza roughly three months after watching Ford Motor Co. pledge to invest more than $11 billion in two southern states and create 11,000 jobs. General Motors Co. is targeting Delta Township near Lansing to build its third multi-billion dollar battery cell manufacturing plant in the United States, according… Continue reading GM eyeing $2.5B investment for new battery cell plant in Lansing area
F-150 Lightning reservations are so huge Ford had to stop taking them
It’s not uncommon in New York or San Francisco for a new mom to put her baby’s name on a years-long waiting list for a coveted private preschool slot. Well, now wannabe owners of the all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning find themselves in a similar battle. Put a name on the list and hope and pray that name… Continue reading F-150 Lightning reservations are so huge Ford had to stop taking them
Ford Land CEO talks new workspace, consolidation as he says goodbye
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A New Mercedes SL Stresses Horsepower and Verve
Under the long hood is a sophisticated and potent engine. The small cabin is just right for two adults. The tapering trunk is roomy enough to carry golf clubs, or the accouterments for a long weekend in Monaco or Montecito. A convertible top completes the package. This formula dates to 1954 for the Mercedes SL,… Continue reading A New Mercedes SL Stresses Horsepower and Verve
Rivian, the Electric-Truck Maker, Closes with a Big Gain After Its I.P.O.
Charging remains a challenge for all companies introducing electric vehicles. While stations are available in many urban centers, their numbers are fewer in suburbs and many less densely populated areas have no charging infrastructure. That could be a particular issue for Rivian since it expects owners to take its vehicles out into the wilderness where… Continue reading Rivian, the Electric-Truck Maker, Closes with a Big Gain After Its I.P.O.
Chip Shortage Creates New Power Players
SAN FRANCISCO — Since 1989, Microchip Technology has operated in an unglamorous backwater of the electronics industry, making chips called microcontrollers that add computing power to cars, industrial equipment and many other products. Now a global chip shortage has elevated the company’s profile. Demand for Microchip’s products is running more than 50 percent higher than… Continue reading Chip Shortage Creates New Power Players
GM forms 2 new partnerships that will create new factories in US
General Motors announced Thursday two new partnerships with manufacturers of raw materials used in electric vehicles that it says will increase its cost efficiency, be environmentally sustainable and create jobs. As part of those partnerships, GM said its new partners will each build a new factory in the United States — one in Fort Worth, Texas, and the other location yet to… Continue reading GM forms 2 new partnerships that will create new factories in US
Volkswagen’s Herbert Diess to Remain C.E.O., With Less Control
BERLIN — Volkswagen’s chief executive, Herbert Diess, won fresh backing from the automaker’s supervisory board on Thursday, but his responsibilities will be pared as the company seeks to win back investor confidence lost in recent weeks during a dispute about his leadership style. As part of a compromise deal reached with Mr. Diess, 63, more… Continue reading Volkswagen’s Herbert Diess to Remain C.E.O., With Less Control