Volvo Cars launches investment fund aimed at technology start-ups Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, has launched a new investment fund aimed at investing in high potential technology start-ups around the globe. The aim of the Volvo Cars Tech Fund is to invest in strategic technology trends that are transforming the industry, such… Continue reading Volvo Cars launches investment fund aimed at technology start-ups
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Magna is on board of the Ford S-Max: Global market leader supplies drivetrain and cameras
SAILAUF, GERMANY, 22 August 2016 – Magna International Inc. has equipped the new Ford S-MAX Vignale with innovative technologies. The sophisticated sports activity vehicle comes with the EYERIS® electronic vision system and a transmission made by recently acquired subsidiary GETRAG.
Domino’s® and Ford Begin Second Round of Self-Driving Delivery Vehicle Testing in Miami
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Domino’s Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery and digital ordering platforms, is now conducting a second round of self-driving delivery vehicle testing, with a focus on the customer experience. This two-month test in Miami, in partnership with Ford, will leverage the learnings of… Continue reading Domino’s® and Ford Begin Second Round of Self-Driving Delivery Vehicle Testing in Miami
Ford abandons Blanquefort
The manufacturer has announced that it will no longer invest in its gearbox production site in Gironde. For his part, Bruno Le Maire reacted, asking the manufacturer to ensure the sustainability of the plant. A thousand jobs are threatened. Would Ford abandon Blanquefort? Given the release sent by the American brand, it takes the way.… Continue reading Ford abandons Blanquefort
Ford launches self-driving pilot with delivery partners in Miami
(Reuters) – Ford Motor Co is taking a different approach from rival General Motors Co in deploying self-driving vehicles, focusing initially on partnering with and operating vehicles for a variety of companies, from Domino’s Pizza to Lyft, executives said. Ford said on Tuesday it has launched a pilot delivery program in Miami with Domino‘s, and… Continue reading Ford launches self-driving pilot with delivery partners in Miami
We’re Going to Miami: The First Proving Ground for Our Self-Driving Service
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions.… Continue reading We’re Going to Miami: The First Proving Ground for Our Self-Driving Service
Ford begins testing self-driving cars and business model in Miami
Ford has revealed the test market for its self-driving service it teased but kept under wraps back at CES in January: Miami. Will Smith bids you “bienvenidos,” Ford, via his canonical 1997 opus. But actually, Ford is welcomed by Miami-Dade officials, who are working with the automaker to run this pilot across both downtown Miami… Continue reading Ford begins testing self-driving cars and business model in Miami
CEO of Geely-owned Volvo Cars loses board seat at truck maker after Li Shufu buys Daimler stake
Swedish truck maker AB Volvo dropped the chief executive of Volvo Cars from its board after Chinese billionaire Li Shufu, founder and chairman of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, bought a 9.7 per cent stake in German car manufacturer Daimler. The move is the latest sign that the global auto industry is ratcheting up pressure on… Continue reading CEO of Geely-owned Volvo Cars loses board seat at truck maker after Li Shufu buys Daimler stake
Ford will stop investing in its Bordeaux plant
Ford closes the valves in Bordeaux. The US automaker has decided to no longer invest in its gearbox production site in Blanquefort, Gironde, said the unions of the plant. The thousand or so employees of the Ford Aquitaine Industrie site were until now protected by a five-year agreement between Ford and the authorities against the… Continue reading Ford will stop investing in its Bordeaux plant
Volkswagen increases dividend: Record profit, record sales – but VW remains cautious
All articles and backgrounds 02/23/2018 Volkswagen raises dividend record profit, record sales – but VW remains cautious DPA VW CEO Matthias Müller: More profit, more sales, more dividend Money machine despite the diesel scandal: Europe’s largest car maker Volkswagen Show stock market chart has almost doubled its operating profit in the midst of scandals and… Continue reading Volkswagen increases dividend: Record profit, record sales – but VW remains cautious