Very few small volume sports car manufacturers survive their first few years in existence. Those that do, tend to fly under the radar and are largely forgotten in a world of premium supercars. Noble Automotive is one of the few exceptions the deserves to be remembered, not just for its cars, but also the incredible… Continue reading Here’s What Everyone Forgot About Noble Automotive – HotCars
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RPT-SPECIAL REPORT-How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla – Reuters
By Norihiko Shirouzu 19 Min Read (Repeating story published on September 2.) HANGZHOU, China, Sept 2 (Reuters) – “Do you know how big Volvo is?” asked Don Leclair, finance chief at Ford Motor Co.. It was 2008, and Leclair was responding to an offer from a little-known Chinese businessman to purchase the Swedish carmaker, which… Continue reading RPT-SPECIAL REPORT-How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla – Reuters
Special Report-How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla – Midwest Communication
By Norihiko Shirouzu HANGZHOU, China (Reuters) – “Do you know how big Volvo is?” asked Don Leclair, finance chief at Ford Motor Co.. It was 2008, and Leclair was responding to an offer from a little-known Chinese businessman to purchase the Swedish carmaker, which Ford owned. The businessman, Li Shufu, had a company with less… Continue reading Special Report-How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla – Midwest Communication
Autos & Transportation · 12:58 PM UTCSpecial Report: How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla”Do you know how big Volvo is?” asked D…
HANGZHOU, China, Sept 2 (Reuters) – “Do you know how big Volvo is?” asked Don Leclair, finance chief at Ford Motor Co.(F.N). It was 2008, and Leclair was responding to an offer from a little-known Chinese businessman to purchase the Swedish carmaker, which Ford owned. The businessman, Li Shufu, had a company with less than… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 12:58 PM UTCSpecial Report: How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla”Do you know how big Volvo is?” asked D…
How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla
The businessman, Li Shufu, had a company with less than half Volvo’s sales and a flagship model, King Kong, almost unknown outside China. He was politely shown the door of the “Glass House,” Ford’s iconic headquarters near Detroit, according to two people who were at the meeting. Ford’s Leclair did not respond to requests for… Continue reading How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla
@niche: This is why all electric cars look exactly the same001189
The future of car design is all about skateboards and top hats. The former refers to the flat, often self-supporting chassis of an electric vehicle, housing a large battery pack in the middle and motors at either end, along with the suspension, brakes and wheels. Upon this sits the top hat, which is car designer-speak… Continue reading @niche: This is why all electric cars look exactly the same001189
@Geely: Tue 31 Aug 2021Lotus Technology global HQ established in China as future Lotus EV product plan unveiledLotus Technology has officially launched its gl…
Global ‘intelligent technology’ subsidiary of Group Lotus launched Will accelerate innovation and oversee manufacture of exciting new Lotus lifestyle models for global markets Four new electric models from Lotus in next five years – including all-new electric sports car in 2026 Lotus SUV – the Type 132 – will be first, launching in 2022 All-new… Continue reading @Geely: Tue 31 Aug 2021Lotus Technology global HQ established in China as future Lotus EV product plan unveiledLotus Technology has officially launched its gl…
Aston Martin chassis guru Becker set to take new role at McLaren
Autocar has learned that Matt Becker, Aston Martin’s chief executive for vehicle attributes – and the winner of Autocar’s Mundy Award for Engineering – is set to leave the company for a new role at McLaren. David King, who heads Aston’s special vehicle operations, is also departing. The news comes just two months after it… Continue reading Aston Martin chassis guru Becker set to take new role at McLaren
Lotus terminates partnerships with several UK retailers
Lotus has terminated contracts with several franchised dealerships in the UK as part of a “restructuring” of its retail network to coincide with the launch of the Emira. The move has sparked concerns that the availability of parts for second-hand Lotus models – already a concern for owners – could be restricted. According to a… Continue reading Lotus terminates partnerships with several UK retailers
Dada Group and CP Group Retail Division Partner to Provide Omni-channel On-demand Delivery Services for CP Lotus and CP Fresh Mart
Dada Now, Dada’s on-demand delivery platform, launched a customized service program “Dedicated Delivery” for chain merchants. This program provides a “stationed + crowdsourcing” delivery model and services. Through the cooperation, the service will be adopted in CP Lotus and CP Fresh Mart’s stores, covering Beijing, Zhengzhou and Chongqing in the first round. CP Lotus and… Continue reading Dada Group and CP Group Retail Division Partner to Provide Omni-channel On-demand Delivery Services for CP Lotus and CP Fresh Mart