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Bill Ford Keeps Hand On Helm Of Ford Motor Through Its Trials – Chief Executive Group

Bill Ford, executive chairman, Ford Motor Company Photo credit: Ford William Ford Jr., executive chairman of Ford Motor Co., is a somewhat enigmatic figure in the global auto industry who doesn’t speak a lot about the company in public and, when he does, typically is circumspect. But in his on-stage interview that capped off the… Continue reading Bill Ford Keeps Hand On Helm Of Ford Motor Through Its Trials – Chief Executive Group

Toyota Hilux Takes Toughness to a Higher Level with Historic Dakar Victory

From Britain’s farms and construction sites, to frozen polar wastes, the Toyota Hilux has proved itself a trusted top performer whatever the environment. Now it has gone further in its world-conquering achievements by claiming Toyota’s first victory in the ultra-gruelling Dakar rally. Toyota Gazoo Racing’s modified Hilux led throughout 10 days and more than 3,000… Continue reading Toyota Hilux Takes Toughness to a Higher Level with Historic Dakar Victory

Hyundai makes first move in India’s electric car battle with Rs 7,000 cr cheque for Tamil Nadu

The company is also expected to increase its production by one lakh units with the fresh investment. The Tamil Nadu Government’s Cabinet of Ministers on Friday approved an investment of Rs 7000 crore by passenger carmaker Hyundai Motors that will allow the company to make its electric car foray into the country by manufacturing units… Continue reading Hyundai makes first move in India’s electric car battle with Rs 7,000 cr cheque for Tamil Nadu

Tesla, Ford, Toyota: Manufacturers recall cars due to faulty airbags

An airbag is intended to prevent the passenger from banging his head on the dashboard in an accident – but some manufacturers have installed faulty airbags from Takata. They call thereforecars back. January 18, 2019, 11:45 am, Werner Pluta Interior of the Tesla Model S (symbol): dangerous passenger airbag (Image: Werner Pluta / Golem.de) Danger… Continue reading Tesla, Ford, Toyota: Manufacturers recall cars due to faulty airbags

Robomart: Food on wheels for Boston

Startup Robomart plans to use grocery stores in autonomous vehicles for the US city of Boston. Together with the grocery store “Stop and Shop”, Startup Robomart is planning an automated vehicle from this spring Boston to roll. It should contain food that can be bought away from the car. Stop Shop Robomart Autonomous Car as… Continue reading Robomart: Food on wheels for Boston

Why Ford and VW Are Partnering Up, but Won’t Be Merging Anytime Soon – Barron’s

Jeff Kowalsky/AFP/Getty Images Ford Motor (F) and Volkswagen (VOW.Germany) provided more details about their global partnership agreement Tuesday morning—an agreement that is all about the car business of the future. The two automotive giants will collaborate on electric cars, autonomous vehicles and shared mobility services. The partnership is all about costs too, because developing this… Continue reading Why Ford and VW Are Partnering Up, but Won’t Be Merging Anytime Soon – Barron’s

Ford Is Planning an All-Electric F-150 Pickup Truck

Electric F-150 U.S.-based automaker startup Rivian made headlines when it revealed its electric pickup truck back in November. But it’s about to face some storied competition from iconic Ford trucks including the classic F-150. Ford revealed today it that will release all-electric and hybrid versions of its best-selling F-series and Super Duty pickup truck lineup. Ford president… Continue reading Ford Is Planning an All-Electric F-150 Pickup Truck

No-deal-Brexit would be “catastrophic” according to Ford: To equip British carmaker against the Brexit boom

For months, British carmakers warn of the heavy consequences of a disorderly EU exit. The automakers then face customs barriers that would severely disrupt their supply chains. The industry is working hard on contingency plans for the horror scenario of no-deal brexit. Half a year ago, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the largest British automaker, had… Continue reading No-deal-Brexit would be “catastrophic” according to Ford: To equip British carmaker against the Brexit boom