By Kathleen Baireuther, Austin Market Manager, Ford Autonomous Vehicles LLC We stood in Austin one year ago with optimism for the journey ahead — launching a self-driving service that can be a part of the city’s mobility ecosystem. Since then, we have been tackling the complex challenge of building a self-driving service, bringing together all of the intricate… Continue reading @Ford: Our Self-Driving Business in Austin, One Year Later
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@Tata-JLR: JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS FISCAL Q2 2020/21 RETAIL SALES
About Jaguar Land Rover Jaguar Land Rover is the UK’s largest automotive manufacturer, built around two iconic British car brands. Land Rover is the world’s leading manufacturer of premium all-wheel-drive vehicles. Jaguar is one of the world’s premier luxury marques, as well as being the first ever brand to offer a premium all-electric performance SUV,… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS FISCAL Q2 2020/21 RETAIL SALES
Into the breach: What IT-OT convergence means for your security strategy
The Manufacturer talks ‘rogue automation’, operational control and cybercriminals with Bharat Mistry, Principal Security Strategist at global cybersecurity specialist Trend Micro. The Manufacturer: Almost all manufacturers have adopted some form of cloud service. Yet, the most common use cases are for non-core enterprise IT applications such as accounting, ERP, inventory control, email and file storage. … Continue reading Into the breach: What IT-OT convergence means for your security strategy
Henkel appoints Sunil Kumar as Country President for India
Germany-based Henkel has appointed Sunil Kumar as the Country President of its India businesses, effective October 1, 2020. In this role, he will be responsible for guiding Henkel’s adhesive and beauty care businesses in India and the two legal entities of the company in the country – Henkel Adhesives Technologies India and Henkel Anand India. … Continue reading Henkel appoints Sunil Kumar as Country President for India
Apollo Tyres appoints Hizmy Hassen as chief digital officer
Apollo Tyres has appointed Hizmy Hassen to the newly created position of Chief Digital Officer. Hizmy will be based out of the company’s London office, and will be responsible for leading the strategy and operations of Apollo Tyres’ digital journey, including responsibility for Information Technology. Commenting on Hizmy Hassen’s appointment, Neeraj Kanwar, vice- chairman and managing… Continue reading Apollo Tyres appoints Hizmy Hassen as chief digital officer
Vitesco Technologies Launches the World’s first Transmission Control System with Comprehensive Overmolding Technology
Lighter, more robust, more cost-effective – new process offers numerous advantages for automobile manufacturers Currently the flattest control unit with seven millimeters First serial production of innovative technology in several series of a German premium brand Regensburg, Nuremberg (Germany), Debrecen (Hungary). October 5, 2020. With a new, globally unique manufacturing process for a transmission control… Continue reading Vitesco Technologies Launches the World’s first Transmission Control System with Comprehensive Overmolding Technology
Uber sells $500M stake in its freight business as the ride-hailing giant works to conserve cash
One year ago, Uber’s business model could be categorized as an “all of the above approach,” a strategy to generate revenue from all forms of transportation, including ride-hailing, micromobility, logistics and package and food delivery. The COVID-19 pandemic upended that business strategy, prompting Uber to offload its shared micromobility unit Jump, double down on delivery… Continue reading Uber sells $500M stake in its freight business as the ride-hailing giant works to conserve cash
GM considers boosting stake in Nikola in reworked deal
General Motors Co. is considering revisions to its deal with embattled Nikola Corp., according to people familiar with the discussions, and may seek a higher stake in the startup now that its valuation has fallen after allegations of deception. GM tentatively agreed to take an 11% stake in Nikola as part of a cash-free deal… Continue reading GM considers boosting stake in Nikola in reworked deal
Lucid Motors Opens Studio & Service Center in Beverly Hills
Having recently unveiled the Lucid Air Dream Edition, production of which will start in Spring of 2021, that car takes center stage at the Beverly Hills Studio, with customers able to review options for the full Lucid Air lineup of luxury, high-performance EVs. This includes the Lucid Air Grand Touring, which starts at $131,500 (after… Continue reading Lucid Motors Opens Studio & Service Center in Beverly Hills
BorgWarner completes acquisition of Delphi Technologies
Eight months after it entered into a pact to acquire Delphi Technologies, BorgWarner Inc. today announced it has completed its acquisition. The combination of BorgWarner and Delphi Technologies is expected to strengthen BorgWarner’s electronics and power electronics products, capabilities and scale, creating a leader in electrified propulsion systems that BorgWarner believes is well-positioned to take… Continue reading BorgWarner completes acquisition of Delphi Technologies