Searches at Porsche In mid-April, police carry files taken from a Porsche building in Stuttgart. (Photo: AP) The carmaker Porsche wants to prevent after the diesel raid last week that investigators sift through the seized documents. That said a spokesman for the Stuttgart prosecutor on Wednesday. Earlier, the “Stuttgarter Nachrichten” reported on it. Porsche have… Continue reading After diesel raid: Porsche wants to prevent sighting of the documents
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Auto companies can’t go at it alone in making self-driving cars safer: Jaguar Land Rover CEO
Even with recent accidents involving self-driving vehicles, they would still be a safer way for people to move around in the future, said Jaguar Land Rover’s Chief Executive, Ralf Speth. But auto companies cannot be solely responsible for bringing that vision into fruition, he said. “We need to make sure that we get the right… Continue reading Auto companies can’t go at it alone in making self-driving cars safer: Jaguar Land Rover CEO
Car: Every second Volvo should have from 2025 pure electric drive
Volvo wants to sell in the year 2025 half of all vehicles with a purely electric drive. Starting in 2019, a mild hybrid, a plug-in hybrid or a purely battery-electric vehicle is to be offered in each new series presented. April 25, 2018, 8:48 am, Andreas Donath For Volvo, the future is China and the… Continue reading Car: Every second Volvo should have from 2025 pure electric drive
Grab’s acquisition of Uber Southeast Asia drives into problems
The long-rumored Grab acquisition of Uber’s Southeast Asia business may be official now, but it’s far from complete. In fact, what should be a celebratory coming-of-age moment for the Southeast Asian local champion is threatening to become nightmarish thanks to persistent regulators, panicky Uber staff and reluctant drivers who are supposed to switch to Grab… Continue reading Grab’s acquisition of Uber Southeast Asia drives into problems
In Eisenach, Opel employees reject “French social relations”
They were nearly 800 kilometers away but gave themselves a speckled duel. On the one hand, Carlos Tavares, the boss of PSA, who promised his shareholders to straighten Opel with an iron fist. On the other hand, Wolfgang Schäfer-Klug, chairman of the German brand’s works council, promised the employees to stand firm against the “propaganda”… Continue reading In Eisenach, Opel employees reject “French social relations”
Statements BMW Group Press Conference Beijing Auto Show 2018
Jochen Goller President and CEO of BMW Group Region China Ladies and Gentlemen, Welcome to the BMW Group! Today, you will witness real fireworks of new, stunning models and concept vehicles. With this, we are further accelerating our business in China – demonstrating BMW’s strong commitment to our largest market worldwide. I am now delighted… Continue reading Statements BMW Group Press Conference Beijing Auto Show 2018
Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission electric car debuts at Auto China 2018
BEIJING – Nissan today unveiled the Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission, Nissan’s first electric car made in China for Chinese consumers, at Auto China 2018. The new model offers the exciting performance of a 100% electric powertrain. Its advanced technologies and spacious cabin offer convenience and comfort. Drivers will be able to enjoy an extended drive… Continue reading Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission electric car debuts at Auto China 2018
Nissan unleashes new electric-vehicle era at Auto China 2018
New models and technologies on display will demonstrate Nissan’s advanced electrification strategy BEIJING – Nissan is bringing three zero-emission vehicles to Auto China 2018 that embody its Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision – including the company’s first electric vehicle made in China for Chinese customers. “As part of our effort to ensure sustainable growth in China,… Continue reading Nissan unleashes new electric-vehicle era at Auto China 2018
Savari Raises $12M To Connect Cars To Stoplights, Phones, Each Other
Savari, whose technology is designed to create a shared communications web among cars, personal devices, and roadway signals, announced today it has raised $12 million in a Series B fundraising round. Santa Clara, CA-based Savari makes V2X technology—that is, software and hardware sensor units designed to connect vehicles to everything that moves, so they can… Continue reading Savari Raises $12M To Connect Cars To Stoplights, Phones, Each Other
Volvo Cars aims for 50 per cent of sales to be electric by 2025
Volvo Cars aims for 50 per cent of sales to be electric by 2025 Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, aims for fully electric cars to make up 50 per cent of its sales by 2025, the company announced today. The announcement builds on Volvo Cars’ 2017 industry-first announcement that all new models released… Continue reading Volvo Cars aims for 50 per cent of sales to be electric by 2025