Interview: Alain Visser, Chief Executive, Lynk & Co International – Automotive World

The design of an office is usually a good indicator of how a company likes to operate. Many traditional corporate offices resemble the waiting area of a dental practice—clean, traditional and often due a revamp. Despite its business in manufacturing vehicles, Geely subsidiary Lynk & Co is adamant that it is not like the other… Continue reading Interview: Alain Visser, Chief Executive, Lynk & Co International – Automotive World

Rivian Announces $350 Million Investment from Cox Automotive

PLYMOUTH, Mich., Sept. 10, 2019 – Rivian today announced an equity investment of $350 million from global automotive services company Cox Automotive. In addition to the investment, the companies will explore partnership opportunities in service operations, logistics, and digital retailing.   “We are building a Rivian ownership experience that matches the care and consideration that go into our vehicles,” said RJ Scaringe, founder and… Continue reading Rivian Announces $350 Million Investment from Cox Automotive

It Appears A New Tesla Fremont Assembly Line Is In The Works

Is it an auto assembly line or perhaps that new battery line? Interestingly, the whole entire world follows Tesla‘s every move, large or small. C’mon, there are substantial stock interests at stake here.  All vested interests aside, we may never know rather rapidly if there is a fountain going in at the GM Tech Center… Continue reading It Appears A New Tesla Fremont Assembly Line Is In The Works

CORRECTED-UPDATE 2-Ford makes big electric push in Europe with new launches

(Reuters) – Ford Motor Co said on Tuesday it would launch eight electric vehicles in Europe this year, a key step in its target of achieving a majority of its overall sales from electric cars by the end of 2022. FILE PHOTO: The Ford logo is seen at the Ford oldest Brazil plant in Sao… Continue reading CORRECTED-UPDATE 2-Ford makes big electric push in Europe with new launches

Moody’s downgrades Ford to ‘junk’ status on weak outlook

Shares of Ford fell 2.9 percent to $9.27 in after-hours trading. New York -Moody’s downgraded Ford‘s credit rating to speculative or “junk” status on Monday, citing the company’s weak financial outlook as it embarks on an ambitious restructuring. Characterizing the auto giant’s current overhaul as “unprecedentedly large and challenging,” the ratings agency slashed Ford’s debt… Continue reading Moody’s downgrades Ford to ‘junk’ status on weak outlook

Ford at IAA 2019

Press Kit Description Ford is demonstrating its commitment to an electrified future for customers at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, revealing its most comprehensive line-up of electrified vehicles. These electrified vehicles are anticipated to surpass sales of conventional petrol- and diesel-models by the end of 2022 in Europe. Ford is launching 17 electrified vehicles offering… Continue reading Ford at IAA 2019

The Tipping Point – Ford’s New Breed of Electrified Vehicles to Surpass Combined Diesel and Petrol Models by 2022

Ford reinforces commitment to cleaner electric future by showcasing at the Frankfurt Motor Show its strongest line-up of electrified vehicles, including new Puma Titanium X debut By the end of 2022, electrified vehicles will account for more than 50 per cent of all Ford car sales in Europe – surpassing combined sales of conventional petrol… Continue reading The Tipping Point – Ford’s New Breed of Electrified Vehicles to Surpass Combined Diesel and Petrol Models by 2022

Ford Reveals Electrified Vehicle Line-Up that will Surpass Conventional Petrol and Diesel by 2022

Ford at the Frankfurt Motor Show premieres strongest-ever electrified line-up including new Puma EcoBoost Hybrid, all-new Explorer and Tourneo Custom Plug-In Hybrids, and all-new Kuga SUV – the first Ford to offer mild-, full- and plug-in hybrid powertrains Tipping point of electrified versus conventional petrol and diesel powertrains expected by end of 2022, when more… Continue reading Ford Reveals Electrified Vehicle Line-Up that will Surpass Conventional Petrol and Diesel by 2022

Hyundai Alongside Kia Invests In IONITY Fast Charging Network

Hyundai and Kia join IONITY to use up to 350 kW at 800 V from 2021 on. Hyundai Motor Group (Hyundai and Kia) has announced an investment in the IONITY fast-charging network, a joint venture founded for the European market in 2017 by BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group with Porsche… Continue reading Hyundai Alongside Kia Invests In IONITY Fast Charging Network