LONDON — If the European Union wants to push a faster shift to zero-emissions cars then Daimler is ready, but there needs to be an open debate on the impact electrification will have on auto jobs, the automaker’s CEO, Ola Kallenius, said. “It’s an ambition that we say yes to,” Kallenius said during an interview… Continue reading Daimler’s Kallenius says an ‘honest conversation’ is needed on EVs and jobs – Automotive News Europe
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Aston Martin to phase out manual transmission by 2022 – Motor Authority
Aston Martin will no longer offer a manual transmission in any of its cars when the Vantage sports car is given an update in 2022. CEO Tobias Moers confirmed the plans in an interview last month with Australian media, including Car Advice. He pointed to low demand and the need to have separate compliance to… Continue reading Aston Martin to phase out manual transmission by 2022 – Motor Authority
Tata Motors’ Q4 FY2021 revenue up 42 percent, in line with estimates
Tata Motors’ India operations continued its strong sequential recovery in the last quarter of FY2021 and Jaguar Land Rover’s business too reflected retail recovery in China and North America in Q4. The consolidated net revenue for Q4 came in at Rs 88,628 crore, up 41.8 percent from the revenue of Rs 75,654 crore in the year-ago period.… Continue reading Tata Motors’ Q4 FY2021 revenue up 42 percent, in line with estimates
Tesla is stuck with over 10,000 cars on factory hold, resulting in a logistical nightmare
Tesla has over 10,000 electric cars that came out of Fremont Factory on a “containment hold” and can’t deliver them to customers, according to sources familiar with the matter. It is likely going to lead to a logistical nightmare at the end of the quarter. Since Tesla owns its entire distribution network and doesn’t sell… Continue reading Tesla is stuck with over 10,000 cars on factory hold, resulting in a logistical nightmare
@VW Group: Lamborghini announces its roadmap for electrification: “Direzione Cor Tauri”003103
A landmark transformation plan for Lamborghini’s sustainability path: from product electrification to the Sant’Agata Bolognese site Top product performance: the absolute priority throughout the entire electrification program Roadmap incorporates celebration of the combustion engine and the range’s hybrid transition by 2024 Internal target defined: 50% less product CO2 emissions by the beginning of 2025 The… Continue reading @VW Group: Lamborghini announces its roadmap for electrification: “Direzione Cor Tauri”003103
@Toyota: Buckle Up: All-New Toyota Tundra Coming Soon
About ToyotaToyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. and North America for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands. During that time, Toyota has created a tremendous value chain as our teams have contributed to world-class design, engineering, and… Continue reading @Toyota: Buckle Up: All-New Toyota Tundra Coming Soon
@Toyota: Toyota Research Institute Commits $36 million in Funding Over the Next Four Years for Accelerated Materials Design and Discovery with University Partners
Leading Research Organization’s Second Wave of Investment Aims to Accelerate the Development of New Materials for Emissions Free and Carbon Neutral Vehicles LOS ALTOS, Calif. (May 18, 2021) – Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced today that it is committing another $36 million to its Accelerated Materials Design and Discovery (AMDD) collaborative university research program over… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Research Institute Commits $36 million in Funding Over the Next Four Years for Accelerated Materials Design and Discovery with University Partners
Tata Motors’ Q4FY2021 revenue up 42 percent, in-line with estimates
Tata Motors’ India operations continued its strong sequential recovery in the last quarter of FY2021 and Jaguar Land Rover’s business too reflected retail recovery in China and North America in Q4. The consolidated net revenue for Q4 came in at Rs 88,628 crore, up 41.8 percent from the revenue of ₹75,654 crore in the year-ago period. The… Continue reading Tata Motors’ Q4FY2021 revenue up 42 percent, in-line with estimates
@Groupe PSA: PR Stellantis, Foxconn to Develop Breakthrough Digital Cockpits and Personalized Connected Services with Mobile Drive Joint Venture001763
Mobile Drive, with investments from both Foxconn and Stellantis, will accelerate go-to-market timelines for the most advanced in-car and connected-car technologies in the industry Mobile Drive brings together expertise in consumer innovations from the sustainable mobility and advanced electronics industries Joint venture will competitively bid for global vehicle program contracts with Stellantis and other auto… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Stellantis, Foxconn to Develop Breakthrough Digital Cockpits and Personalized Connected Services with Mobile Drive Joint Venture001763
Lamborghini plans to electrify entire range by 2024
Lamborghini has announced plans to produce only hybrid electric supercars by 2024, becoming the latest sports car producer to shift away from polluting internal combustion engines. The Italian supercar company announced on Tuesday it was investing €1.5bn (£1.3bn) in hybrid and all-electric vehicles. The brand, which is owned by Volkswagen, said its current models –… Continue reading Lamborghini plans to electrify entire range by 2024