General Motors is streamlining its engineering ranks and will cut a small number of jobs in the process. The automaker confirmed Thursday that it gave notice to about 200 engineers that their positions are being eliminated. But they are allowed to apply for other jobs within the company, said GM spokesman Kevin Kelly. “GM is… Continue reading GM to trim engineering jobs as part of a new streamlining initiative
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Ford demands secrecy as it preps salaried workers for blue-collar jobs if UAW strikes
Ford Motor Co. is preparing white-collar workers to do blue-collar jobs in case of a UAW strike, according to internal company materials reviewed by the Free Press. Over the past month, Ford has held meetings with salaried workers, including engineers, to explain that the company wants to protect the flow of parts to car dealers… Continue reading Ford demands secrecy as it preps salaried workers for blue-collar jobs if UAW strikes
Detroit auto show dates are on collision course with end of UAW contracts
Memories of the Detroit auto show from the past still conjure images of a special Motor City brand of glitz, glamour and fun, from the formal wear on display for the Charity Preview to children grasping the steering wheel of a sports car safely parked on the show floor while parents snap photos nearby. The… Continue reading Detroit auto show dates are on collision course with end of UAW contracts
@Ford: EcoProBM, SK On, Ford Investing in Québec; Building Cathode Plant to Solidify EV supply chain in North America
EcoProBM, SK On and Ford are planning to invest C$1.2 billion to build a cathode manufacturing facility in Bécancour, Québec EcoPro CAM Canada LP will create approximately 345 new jobs; production is targeted to begin in the first half of 2026 BÉCANCOUR, Que., Aug. 17, 2023 – SK On, EcoProBM and Ford today are announcing… Continue reading @Ford: EcoProBM, SK On, Ford Investing in Québec; Building Cathode Plant to Solidify EV supply chain in North America
@Hyundai: Kia America Donates $150,000 to Maui Wildfire Relief Efforts
Donations to The American Red Cross and The Hawaii Community Foundation will help people affected by the wildfires in Hawaii Kia America announced $150,000 in donations will be made to two organizations that are responding to the devastating wildfires in Hawaii. The American Red Cross and the Hawaii Community Foundation will receive $100,000 and $50,000,… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia America Donates $150,000 to Maui Wildfire Relief Efforts
FirstElement Fuel, the World-Leading Provider of Hydrogen Refueling Solutions, is Awarded $7.7 Million from the California Energy Commission to Scale up its Manufacturing Capacity
“The CEC is playing a huge role to transition the state of California, and the world, away from fossil fuels. It’s truly an honor to continue our partnership with the CEC to make zero emissions transportation a reality,” said Joel Ewanick, Founder and Chief Executive officer of FEF. FEF’s manufacturing facility in Santa Ana currently… Continue reading FirstElement Fuel, the World-Leading Provider of Hydrogen Refueling Solutions, is Awarded $7.7 Million from the California Energy Commission to Scale up its Manufacturing Capacity
C2A Security Brings Generative AI to its Product-Centric DevSecOps Platform
AutoSynth is a Novel Infrastructure Layer that Allows to Quickly Add New AI-Based Automation Capabilities to the Product Security Lifecycle JERUSALEM, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — C2A Security, the mobility-centric DevSecOps Platform for car makers, suppliers, and EV charging companies, announces a huge leap forward in its offering with the integration of Generative AI (GenAI)… Continue reading C2A Security Brings Generative AI to its Product-Centric DevSecOps Platform
ZEELO SECURES $14 MILLION IN SERIES A EXTENSION TO POWER US GROWTH AND NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Total equity investment reaches $34 million as Zeelo gears up to serve new US enterprise clients and launch new transportation technology features for bus operators Three new venture capital firms from Europe and North America complete the round which was led by FlatzHoffmann with additional participation from existing firms ETF Partners, InMotion Ventures and angel… Continue reading ZEELO SECURES $14 MILLION IN SERIES A EXTENSION TO POWER US GROWTH AND NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
isinwheel launches isinwheel-S9max promotion for UK Back to School Season
LONDON, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Leading personal scooter brand isinwheel is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural “Back to School” promotion in the UK market. The promotion will be going live soon on isinwheel.co.uk, and will feature as their flagship product the S9max portable electric scooter. Continue Reading isinwheel S9max electric scooter The isinwheel… Continue reading isinwheel launches isinwheel-S9max promotion for UK Back to School Season
Clermont Group Welcomes Robbie Bourke as Head of Aerospace
Aviation industry veteran Robbie Bourke joins Clermont Group as Head of Aerospace Bourke will oversee Clermont’s mission to lead the sustainable aviation revolution, which includes the pioneer in electric propulsion, magniX, and Eviation, the maker of the Alice all-electric commuter aircraft Bourke has more than 20 years of industry experience, including senior roles at Oliver… Continue reading Clermont Group Welcomes Robbie Bourke as Head of Aerospace