The automotive industry is in the midst of the greatest transformation in its history. What does that mean for procurement? Barbara Frenkel: Make no mistake: We in procurement are helping shape the transformation. Many of our traditional suppliers are currently changing their portfolios. We’re right with them, providing impetus for strategy and long-term planning. We… Continue reading @VW Group: “Procurement and development working hand in hand“006779
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LG Establishes R&D Subsidiary in Vietnam
March 9, 2023 LG Establishes R&D Subsidiary in Vietnam Open share list Share this content. New Subsidiary to Take Key Role in Developing, Verifying IVI System Softwareto Strengthen Rapidly Growing Vehicle component Solutions Business SEOUL, March 9, 2023 — LG Electronics’ (LG) R&D center in Vietnam has officially become an R&D subsidiary in a move… Continue reading LG Establishes R&D Subsidiary in Vietnam
Cleantechnica: How Tesla Introduced An Intelligent EV Supply Chain 002642
The concept of vehicles being intelligent devices is relatively new, and it has largely come as a result of Tesla’s contributions to the auto industry. As the industry shifts toward Tesla’s example of electric vehicles that can be updated with a simple software update, one expert notes how far supply chains for these intelligent electric… Continue reading Cleantechnica: How Tesla Introduced An Intelligent EV Supply Chain 002642
@Hyundai: Kia Niro Named Supreme Winner of the Women’s World Car of the Year
Kia Niro voted “World’s Best Car for 2023” in the 2023 WWCOTY awards The Kia Niro combines innovation and high-tech user convenience to deliver a step change in sustainable mobility 63 women motoring journalists from 43 countries across five continents choose their BEST CAR OF THE WORLD 2023 SEOUL, South Korea, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia Niro Named Supreme Winner of the Women’s World Car of the Year
Rhea Space Activity Wins the Eighth-Annual Ski Lift Pitch Startup Contest in Taos, New Mexico
RSA’s win marks the first time a space technology company has entered and won the pitch contest that pairs startups with investors on the chairlifts at this world-class resort ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Central New Mexico Community College’s (CNM) Ingenuity division and presenting sponsor, the New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division, are excited… Continue reading Rhea Space Activity Wins the Eighth-Annual Ski Lift Pitch Startup Contest in Taos, New Mexico
@Toyota: Autonomous and Affordable Satellite Servicing: Our Investment in Starfish Space
The space economy is reaching new heights. There has been unprecedented growth in recent years, and the industry is estimated to reach $1 trillion in annual revenue by 2040. Catalyzed by advancements in manufacturing and propulsion capabilities, and fueled by a surge in funding from the private sector, 2022 marked a record year for the… Continue reading @Toyota: Autonomous and Affordable Satellite Servicing: Our Investment in Starfish Space
@Groupe PSA: PR Stellantis and the South African Authorities Sign Framework Agreement to Manufacture Vehicles in South Africa005306
“I am pleased that Stellantis is looking to South Africa to expand its manufacturing footprint,” Mr. Ebrahim Patel, Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition said today. “The company is a large global- automaker, with a range of well-known brands. South Africa is a great investment destination with significant car-making capacity. We look forward to working… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Stellantis and the South African Authorities Sign Framework Agreement to Manufacture Vehicles in South Africa005306
The US Air Force Is Moving Fast on AI-Piloted Fighter Jets
During testing in December, a pair of AI programs were fed into the system: the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Autonomous Air Combat Operations (AACO) and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Air Combat Evolution (ACE). AACO’s AI agents focused on combat with a single adversary beyond visual range (BVR), while ACE focused on dogfight-style… Continue reading The US Air Force Is Moving Fast on AI-Piloted Fighter Jets
Argo AI founders launch new project with autonomous trucks
After startup is before startup: what are the founders of Argo AI doing now? The founders of the now closed start-up Argo AI, which specialized in autonomous vehicles and was backed by Ford and Volkswagen, have launched a new company. This focuses on autonomous truck transport and ride-hailing services and is based in Pittsburgh in… Continue reading Argo AI founders launch new project with autonomous trucks
General Motors unveils new semi-autonomous driving system with a $300K price tag
Cadillac Celestiq. Cadillac General Motors’ latest addition to its lineup of semi-autonomous vehicles is here — and GM’s Ultra Cruise will first be employed in a Cadillac. GM has been working on the technology behind Ultra Cruise since 2021, and the tech aims to log zero crashes, emissions, and traffic jams. Ultra Cruise builds off… Continue reading General Motors unveils new semi-autonomous driving system with a $300K price tag