Apple CEO Tim Cook dropped a few hints in an interview released Monday about the direction of the much-anticipated Apple car, including that autonomous vehicle technology will likely be a key feature. “The autonomy itself is a core technology, in my view,” Cook told Kara Swisher in an interview on the “Sway” podcast. “If you… Continue reading Tim Cook drops hints about autonomous tech and the Apple car
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Stellantis Sochaux: 150 employees of the MBF foundry in Saint-Claude will demonstrate in front of the manufacturer’s factory
280 jobs are threatened in Saint-Claude in the Haut-Jura. The MBF Aluminum foundry has been in receivership for six months. Stellantis (ex-PSA), Renault … The intersyndicale wants French manufacturers to face up to their responsibilities. At the point where we are … It’s been six months since the start of the receivership, which we hear… Continue reading Stellantis Sochaux: 150 employees of the MBF foundry in Saint-Claude will demonstrate in front of the manufacturer’s factory
Top Automotive Industry News for Week of March 22 – March 28, 2021
Here is the most important news associated with the automotive industry identified by the AEA for the week of March 22, 2021 – March 28, 2021. We hope it helps you stay up to speed on the key developments in our industry: -Automotive Executives Association (AEA) News- The AEA is excited to open our unique… Continue reading Top Automotive Industry News for Week of March 22 – March 28, 2021
Renault and Nissan face the relaunch by focusing on hi-tech
3 ‘of reading After Renault’s announced industrial plan, christened Renaulution, the French brand reaffirms its role as a pioneer in electric cars, not only by launching a new platform for Bev models, but by unveiling a concept that brings one of the most successful models: the Renault 5. The Italian CEO Luca De Meo will,… Continue reading Renault and Nissan face the relaunch by focusing on hi-tech
Renew the logo to communicate trust
Always part of the alliance with the French from Losanga, Nissan is a new logo inspired by scientific, technological and connectivity discoveries. And he wants to simultaneously express the two essences, that of the future and of tradition, while remaining anchored to its spirit of innovation. The company name is at the center, to make… Continue reading Renew the logo to communicate trust
Mercedes launches megaplan for software and sustainability
3 ‘of reading Electrification and in-house developed technical solutions, especially on the software front, are at the heart of Mercedes’ strategy to tackle the energy and technological transition. The plan, named Ambition 2039, provides for many new features over the next few years that will revolutionize the Star’s offer. The operation is supported by the… Continue reading Mercedes launches megaplan for software and sustainability
Suzuki to halt auto production at two plants in central Japan
TOKYO — Suzuki Motor will temporarily halt production at two of its three auto plants in Japan due to a shortage of semiconductors, Nikkei has learned, a sign of the growing headache the supply squeeze is causing the industry. The decision comes amid continuing shortages of computer chips, as well as concerns over delays in procuring some parts. The Japanese automaker… Continue reading Suzuki to halt auto production at two plants in central Japan
Nissan releases update of Ariya electric crossover testing ahead of production
Nissan has released an update with new footage of the Ariya electric crossover test program ahead of the start of production later this year. After taking an early leadership role with electric vehicles through the Leaf, Nissan sat on its laurels and waited a decade to release a second passenger electric car. But it’s finally… Continue reading Nissan releases update of Ariya electric crossover testing ahead of production
April Fools Day 2021: the car industry’s best and worst jokes
In what has become a tradition for the car industry, April Fools’ Day has been marked with a wave of fake news stories. The gags are usually harmless fun and do well to lighten the mood, which is no bad thing in the midst of a global pandemic. However, as you may already have read, a… Continue reading April Fools Day 2021: the car industry’s best and worst jokes
Biden aims to juice EV sales, but would his plan work?
David Kirsch, a professor of strategy and entrepreneurship at the University of Maryland, said the Biden plan isn’t really a tipping point that will turn consumers from combustion to electric vehicles. DETROIT: Dangling tax credits and rebates in his drive to fight climate change, President Joe Biden wants you to trade your gas-burning car, truck… Continue reading Biden aims to juice EV sales, but would his plan work?