Ford to use Mustang name for electric SUV

FILE PHOTO: The Ford logo is seen at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., January 15, 2019. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo (Reuters) – Ford Motor Co (F.N) will use the Mustang name, previously reserved for a muscle car, for an electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) that customers in the United States, Canada… Continue reading Ford to use Mustang name for electric SUV

Ford to start taking reservations for electric SUV next week

(Reuters) – Ford Motor Co will start taking reservations for its electric sport utility vehicle, Mustang Mach-E, starting Nov. 17, when the U.S. automaker unveils the vehicle at an event in Los Angeles, the company said on Thursday. A reservation for the Mustang Mach-E can be made by paying a refundable deposit of $500, Ford… Continue reading Ford to start taking reservations for electric SUV next week

Ford Enlists Working Moms to Help Redesign the Company’s Lactation Lounges

Ford’s redesigned lactation lounges ease the transition for nursing moms returning to work; about 75 state-of-the-art mother’s rooms to roll out over the next three years All-new mother’s rooms, created with the input of Ford working moms, align with the company’s human-centered design approach Lactation lounges that support the professional and personal needs of working… Continue reading Ford Enlists Working Moms to Help Redesign the Company’s Lactation Lounges

UAW ‘making progress’ with Fiat Chrysler ahead of Ford ratification deadline

The United Auto Workers is “making progress” in talks with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, the union’s FCA Department director said Tuesday in a letter to local union leaders. The update from UAW Vice President Cindy Estrada comes ahead of a ratification vote deadline of Friday at Ford Motor Co. Ford would be the second Detroit… Continue reading UAW ‘making progress’ with Fiat Chrysler ahead of Ford ratification deadline

Tesla Pickup Truck: Predictions, Competition, What To Expect

What should we expect when it comes to potential pricing and specs? The all-electric Tesla Pickup Truck (Cybertruck) will make its highly anticipated and long-awaited debut next week. It’s hard to even realize that November 21st is just around the corner. In only a matter of days, we’ll all have a better idea of how… Continue reading Tesla Pickup Truck: Predictions, Competition, What To Expect

Martinrea International Inc. Reports Record Third Quarter Results and Declares Dividend

TORONTO, Nov. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Martinrea International Inc. (TSX : MRE), a diversified and global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of highly engineered, value-added Lightweight Structures and Propulsion Systems, today announced the release of its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019 and that it has… Continue reading Martinrea International Inc. Reports Record Third Quarter Results and Declares Dividend

Ford Introduces 5-Star Safety to its Electrified Vehicles as Explorer Plug-In Hybrid Gets Maximum Euro NCAP Rating

All-new Ford Explorer Plug-In Hybrid seven-seat SUV awarded maximum 5-star safety rating by Euro NCAP independent crash test authority Innovative, patented processes create components stronger than suspension bridge cables to protect occupants and battery. Collision-mitigation tech also commended by Euro NCAP Explorer Plug-In Hybrid delivers 48 km pure-electric city driving range and 457 PS EcoBoost… Continue reading Ford Introduces 5-Star Safety to its Electrified Vehicles as Explorer Plug-In Hybrid Gets Maximum Euro NCAP Rating

Carlos Tavares: CEO of Groupe PSA – CAR Magazine

► PSA chief Carlos Tavares interview► He faces the CAR Inquisition► ‘I learnt business from Carlos Ghosn’  There’s a worrying trend in the motor business to appoint ‘non car guys’ to the top jobs. Some analysts say car guys are too nerdy. Hearts may rule heads. Forget petrol flowing through your veins; what you need are dollars flowing… Continue reading Carlos Tavares: CEO of Groupe PSA – CAR Magazine

Jaguar Land Rover parent Tata approaches BMW, Geely in search for partners

Tata Group, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, has approached carmakers including China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. and BMW AG as it seeks partnerships for the beleaguered British automotive business, people with knowledge of the matter said. India’s largest conglomerate has said it’s open to finding partners for JLR to save on costs and… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover parent Tata approaches BMW, Geely in search for partners

Tatas Group begins hunt for a partner for Jaguar, approaches Geely & BMW

India’s largest conglomerate has said it’s open to finding partners for JLR to save on costs and share the burden of investing in electric vehicles. By Siddharth Philip, P R Sanjai, Zhang Dingmin and Elisabeth Behrmann Tata Group, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, has approached carmakers including China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. and… Continue reading Tatas Group begins hunt for a partner for Jaguar, approaches Geely & BMW