EV startup Bollinger Motors moves to bigger HQ, plans to double staff – Automotive News Europe

At Bollinger Motors things are starting to move faster now. The suburban Detroit electric vehicle startup said Tuesday that it is in the process of doubling its staff and has opened a new headquarters and engineering center nearly five times larger than its original building. CEO Robert Bollinger told Automotive News that the last two… Continue reading EV startup Bollinger Motors moves to bigger HQ, plans to double staff – Automotive News Europe

German Manager Magazin: According to Ferdinand Dudenhöffer, Volkswagen produces too expensive000054

The very different results of the Car maker In the first half of the year, industry expert Ferdinand Dudenhöffer “revealed hidden problems”. The car sales of the Volkswagen-Group was down 28 percent, from Toyotabuckled by 29 percent. But Volkswagen lost 415 euros per car, while Toyota 533 euros and the French Opel-Mother PPEeven made 707… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: According to Ferdinand Dudenhöffer, Volkswagen produces too expensive000054

Electric vehicle chassis provider Motiv announces fresh funding

(Reuters) – Motiv Power Systems, which provides chassis and software systems for medium-duty trucks and buses, said on Monday it had secured $15 million in additional funding from GMAG Holdings Corp to fund technology and scaling up its manufacturing operations. The latest funding follows a $60 million funding round last October led by GMAG, Motiv’s… Continue reading Electric vehicle chassis provider Motiv announces fresh funding

Europa Press: Ford Almussafes restarts activity this Monday after three weeks of holiday break000167

The “uncertainty” due to the evolution of Covid-19 and car sales marks the return of workers VALENCIA, Aug 24 (EUROPA PRESS) – The Ford factory in Almussafes (Valencia) restarts its activity this Monday, August 24, after a three-week break for holidays. The workforce returns to the factory with 200 workers and will lose another 150… Continue reading Europa Press: Ford Almussafes restarts activity this Monday after three weeks of holiday break000167

Harley’s activist investor backs business reboot strategy

CHICAGO (Reuters) – An activist investor who shook up Harley-Davidson Inc (HOG.N) earlier this year said he is impressed with the changes initiated by new Chief Executive Jochen Zeitz to turn around the 117-year-old motorcycle company. FILE PHOTO: A Harley Davidson logo is displayed above the floor of the New York Stock Exchange shortly after… Continue reading Harley’s activist investor backs business reboot strategy

Ford SYNC 4 with Next-Gen INRIX Technology Steers Drivers to Cheaper Parking, Fuel and Charging

INRIX, Inc., a leading provider of connected car services and transportation analytics, today announced that its parking and fuel services will be soon available in Ford vehicles around the world. Available in the all new SYNC 4 connected vehicle system with navigation, drivers will be able to easily find, compare and navigate to available parking… Continue reading Ford SYNC 4 with Next-Gen INRIX Technology Steers Drivers to Cheaper Parking, Fuel and Charging

@Ford: Ford SYNC 4 with Next-Gen INRIX Technology Steers Drivers to Cheaper Parking, Fuel and Charging

Ford and INRIX are teaming up to help customers find cheaper options for fuel prices and that elusive open parking spot These services will be available in Ford vehicles globally equipped with SYNC 4, starting with the all-new Mustang Mach-E, Bronco two- and four-door models, and F-150 INRIX enables Ford drivers to find, compare and… Continue reading @Ford: Ford SYNC 4 with Next-Gen INRIX Technology Steers Drivers to Cheaper Parking, Fuel and Charging

Car firms turning to new tech for ethical sourcing of vital EV mineral

Demand for battery-electric vehicles is set to grow rapidly in the coming years due to the need to cut emissions, driven by both government legislation and changing consumer expectations. But the move from combustion engine to electric power isn’t problem-free, given the huge amount of cobalt used in lithium ion batteries. Cobalt is a key… Continue reading Car firms turning to new tech for ethical sourcing of vital EV mineral

Auto Stock Roundup: TSLA Stock Split, Ford Recalls, NIO’s Q2 Show & More

Last week, China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (“CAAM”) unveiled vehicle sales data for the month of July. Auto sales in July rose 16.4% year over year to 2.11 million units, marking the fourth consecutive month of gain registered by the world’s biggest auto market. The main highlight of the July auto report in China was… Continue reading Auto Stock Roundup: TSLA Stock Split, Ford Recalls, NIO’s Q2 Show & More

@Ford: Built for America: Ford’s All-New F-150, Bronco Make New York City Debuts As Part of Bell-Ringing Event at New York Stock Exchange

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–All-new versions of the Ford F-150, part of Ford F-Series, America’s most popular truck for 43 years and most popular vehicle for 38 years, and the much-anticipated Ford Bronco rugged SUV debut in New York City today, in conjunction with the company ringing the bell to open trading day on Wall Street. Tim… Continue reading @Ford: Built for America: Ford’s All-New F-150, Bronco Make New York City Debuts As Part of Bell-Ringing Event at New York Stock Exchange