Tag: Ford

Rivian loses its first CTO, a veteran Apple exec who helped create the iPhone

Buzzy EV startup Rivian has lost its first chief technology officer just nine months after he started the job. Mike Bell, a longtime Apple executive who helped start the iPhone project, left Rivian this month, the company confirmed to The Verge. Rivian hired Bell in June 2019, as The Verge first reported last year. He… Continue reading Rivian loses its first CTO, a veteran Apple exec who helped create the iPhone

@Ford: All-New Ford Kuga Goes Almost 30 Per Cent Further on a Litre of Fuel for Best-in-Class Efficiency

Ford today announced that the all-new Kuga SUV will deliver best-in-class fuel efficiency, with the range average improved by up to 28 per cent like-for-like. The all-new Kuga is Ford’s most electrified vehicle ever, and the first to offer mild-, full- and plug-in hybrid powertrain technologies. Advanced powertrains are supported by enhanced aerodynamics and weight-saving… Continue reading @Ford: All-New Ford Kuga Goes Almost 30 Per Cent Further on a Litre of Fuel for Best-in-Class Efficiency

@Ford: Ford Customer Experience Investment Continues with Digital Kiosks at Dealerships

Last fall, Ford began piloting digital kiosks in dealership service areas to improve the check-in experience in seven Ford dealerships across the US. This and other initiatives are part of an ongoing effort to make each piece of the vehicle ownership experience more personalized, convenient and transparent. Go to Source

Lucid Motors Rounds Out Leadership Team with Michael Smuts and Michael Carter

As Lucid’s Vice President of Finance, Michael Smuts oversees the company’s accounting and finance activities. Before joining Lucid, Smuts spent 25 years in key finance management roles at Ford Motor Company — including serving as Chief Financial Officer for Ford’s operations in Southeast Asia and as the company’s Global Director of Cost Optimization.  Michael Carter… Continue reading Lucid Motors Rounds Out Leadership Team with Michael Smuts and Michael Carter

@Ford: Ford Trucks and Vans Drive 61 Per Cent Sales Boost in Middle East as F-150 Celebrates 43 Years as America’s Best Selling Truck

Ford has recorded a 61 per cent jump in truck and commercial vehicle sales in 2019 in the Middle East, echoing the international success its all-conquering full-sized F-150 and newly launched mid-sized Ranger over the past 12 months. Go to Source

A self-driving start-up pulls in rare revenues by keeping its ambitions low – Los Angeles Times

May Mobility Inc.’s boxy white-and-green self-driving shuttle pulls up to a damp corner in downtown Detroit. Its big doors swing out, revealing a safety driver and six seats that face each other. It’s more comfortable than a subway car or most buses, but not by much. The shuttle slips down a bus lane and stops… Continue reading A self-driving start-up pulls in rare revenues by keeping its ambitions low – Los Angeles Times

Ford in talks with dealers to reduce size of UK network

Ford is in talks with dealers with a view to reducing the overall number of dealers in its UK network over the next few years. Motor Trader understands the aim is to have fewer, more profitable dealers in the network over a period of time with a gradual, phased reduction in numbers of its smaller,… Continue reading Ford in talks with dealers to reduce size of UK network

@Ford: Ford Go Electric

Press Kit Description Ford is launching a unique new ‘Go Electric’ roadshow to help consumers across Europe make an informed transition to an electrified future. Launching at London’s Marble Arch before rolling out to further European markets, Go Electric features hands-on, engaging activities to de-mystify electrification and inspire confidence in consumers. Ford customers in Europe… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Go Electric

Ford halts Puma deliveries due to airbag spring recall

Ford UK has confirmed that the new Puma crossover will be recalled, and deliveries have been halted, due to a potential airbag component problem.  The Nissan Juke rival only went on sale late last year, with some buyers of the initially prioritised First Edition models taking delivery last month.  However, Autocar obtained confirmation and a… Continue reading Ford halts Puma deliveries due to airbag spring recall