LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – United Parcel Service Inc said on Wednesday it was ordering 10,000 electric delivery trucks from UK-based Arrival Ltd and teaming with self-driving startup Waymo as package carriers work to cut costs and tailpipe pollution. FILE PHOTO: The company logo for United Parcel Service (UPS), is displayed on a screen at the… Continue reading UPDATE 1-UPS inks electric van deal with Arrival, to test Waymo automation
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Mahle expands Canadian operations – Truck News
Mahle and Grant Brothers Sales teams meet at Mahle headquarters in Farmington Hills, Mich. FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Mahle Aftermarket has partnered with Grant Brothers Sales of Mississauga, Ont., to expand its portfolio of aftermarket solutions to customers across Canada, the company said Wednesday. Mahle will work closely with the Grant Brothers team of 28… Continue reading Mahle expands Canadian operations – Truck News
Ford, Renault will reopen China plants on Feb. 10 – Automotive News Europe
January 29, 2020 04:35 AM Reuters {{ source.title }} {{title}} {{ abstract }} read more {{/main_image_url}} {{^main_image_url}} {{ source.title }} {{title}} {{ abstract }} read more {{/main_image_url}} {{/content}} ]]> Renault Renault’s Wuhan plant (pictured) will resume production on Feb. 10. Ford and Renault said they will resume production at their China factories after extended breaks… Continue reading Ford, Renault will reopen China plants on Feb. 10 – Automotive News Europe
Ziegler heads up strategy department within Bosch corporate communications / Delic takes over external communications
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 410,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2018). The company generated sales of 78.5 billion euros in 2018. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. As a leading… Continue reading Ziegler heads up strategy department within Bosch corporate communications / Delic takes over external communications
Tesla shares jump on profitable quarter, Model Y production
Tesla continued its profitability streak in the fourth quarter, earning $105 million, results that beat expectations and sent shares higher in after market trading Wednesday. Tesla also announced Wednesday that production of the Model Y started this month at its Fremont, Calif. factory, ahead of schedule. Shares were up 9% in after-market trading. The automaker’s… Continue reading Tesla shares jump on profitable quarter, Model Y production
Rivian is building Lincoln an all-electric vehicle
Lincoln Motor’s first all-electric vehicle is coming from Rivian. Lincoln, the luxury brand under Ford, said Wednesday the two companies will work together to develop an “all-new” electric vehicle. This electric vehicle, or at least the intent to build it, was announced in April as part of Ford’s $500 million investment in Rivian. But until… Continue reading Rivian is building Lincoln an all-electric vehicle
Tesla increases Model Y range to 315 miles, production begins now with deliveries in March
Tesla increased the range of the Model Y with the announcement of the production version. The electric SUV will now have up to 315 miles of range on a single charge. With the release of its Q4 2019 financial results, Tesla said that it improved the energy efficiency of the Model Y: “Due to continued… Continue reading Tesla increases Model Y range to 315 miles, production begins now with deliveries in March
Tesla Model Y spotted in Canada as rumors of deliveries increase
A Tesla Model Y prototype was spotted in Toronto, feeding the rumors that Tesla might start deliveries in Canada. As we reported earlier this week, Tesla could focus on Model Y deliveries in Canada to take advantage of incentives that are soon disappearing. It may sound unlikely since we don’t know exactly when Tesla plans… Continue reading Tesla Model Y spotted in Canada as rumors of deliveries increase
Ford F-150 Electric Truck Rendered: Mach-E Style Grille, Aero Mods
Ford has committed to producing an electric pickup truck and we’ve seen prototypes in action, but the real truck hasn’t debuted yet. Could it look like this? If not, then what do you imagine it looking like? We assume the conventional F-150 will lend many styling cues to the electric version, but will there be… Continue reading Ford F-150 Electric Truck Rendered: Mach-E Style Grille, Aero Mods
@Groupe PSA: Groupe PSA and its employee representatives commit to improving employee well-being and engagement
A jointly drafted agreement signed with four trade unions, representing more than 80% of employees An agreement focusing on well-being and personal fulfillment in the workplace, incorporating societal concerns 32 concrete measures, including 12 innovations and 23 initiatives that are immediately applicable, to lay the foundations for the company of the future “This agreement demonstrates… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: Groupe PSA and its employee representatives commit to improving employee well-being and engagement