Uber to start using BYD cars in Europe, Latin America and develop ‘autonomous-capable vehicles’

BYD launched the BYD Seal in Europe at the IAA auto show in Munich, Germany. The electric sedan has a starting price of 44,900 euros ($48,479). Arjun Kharpal | CNBC BEIJING — Uber and BYD announced Wednesday that drivers on the ride-hailing platform can get pricing and financing deals for the Chinese company’s electric cars,… Continue reading Uber to start using BYD cars in Europe, Latin America and develop ‘autonomous-capable vehicles’

NVIDIA and Zoox Pave the Way for Autonomous Ride-Hailing

In celebration of Zoox’s 10th anniversary, NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang recently joined the robotaxi company’s CEO, Aicha Evans, and its cofounder and CTO, Jesse Levinson, to discuss the latest in autonomous vehicle (AV) innovation and experience a ride in the Zoox robotaxi. In a fireside chat at Zoox’s headquarters in Foster City, Calif.,… Continue reading NVIDIA and Zoox Pave the Way for Autonomous Ride-Hailing

@VW Group: Rethinking the upper mid-size segment: the Audi A6 e-tron sets standards in design and range009071

“The A6 e-tron is the first purely electric Audi model available as a Sportback and Avant,” says Gernot Döllner, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG. “Its striking design enables the best aerodynamics in the portfolio and therefore greater efficiency. It will inspire enthusiasm for e-mobility with its long range of well over 700… Continue reading @VW Group: Rethinking the upper mid-size segment: the Audi A6 e-tron sets standards in design and range009071

@Toyota: Toyota Opens First Phase of Reimagined HQ Exhibition Hall

Jul. 31, 2024 Interest Related Facilities Toyota City, Japan―July 31, 2024―Toyota Kaikan Museum, a mainstay exhibition hall for tourists and automotive enthusiasts alike, will open a newly renovated section featuring Toyota’s vision of a future mobility society beginning August 1, 2024. Upon entering, an immersive video greets visitors to introduce Toyota’s vision of mobility for… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Opens First Phase of Reimagined HQ Exhibition Hall

@Toyota: More Than 600 Toyota Dealerships Step up for Third Annual Big Summer Giveback Program

Big Summer Giveback to provide over 60,000 students with backpacks filled with supplies through Kids In Need Foundation’s Supply a Student program PLANO, Texas (July 31, 2024) – Toyota and The Kids In Need Foundation (KINF) are teaming up for their third annual Big Summer Giveback program, with a record number of Toyota Dealers participating… Continue reading @Toyota: More Than 600 Toyota Dealerships Step up for Third Annual Big Summer Giveback Program

@Toyota: Toyota Opens First Phase of Reimagined HQ Exhibition Hall

Jul. 31, 2024 Interest Related Facilities Toyota City, Japan―July 31, 2024―Toyota Kaikan Museum, a mainstay exhibition hall for tourists and automotive enthusiasts alike, will open a newly renovated section featuring Toyota’s vision of a future mobility society beginning August 1, 2024. Upon entering, an immersive video greets visitors to introduce Toyota’s vision of mobility for… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Opens First Phase of Reimagined HQ Exhibition Hall

Mahindra poised to enter mini electric truck market, challenging Tata Motors

Having captured leadership in the small commercial vehicle segment, led by its pick-up trucks, Mahindra & Mahindra is set to challenge Tata Motors in the mini electric truck segment. The maker of Supro and Jeeto is ready with its electric mini truck, which will be launched within the next few months, said the company’s top… Continue reading Mahindra poised to enter mini electric truck market, challenging Tata Motors

Meet the Swifties Campaigning for Kamala Harris

In less than a week, Swifties have turned their community into an online election headquarters for US vice president Kamala Harris—and the campaign wants in on the effort. After President Joe Biden announced that he would not seek reelection last week, Emerald Medrano, 22, flipped on the news. As he watched pundits yap about the… Continue reading Meet the Swifties Campaigning for Kamala Harris

Vistra Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report Highlighting Accelerated Portfolio Transformation & Responsible Decarbonization

IRVING, Texas, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Vistra (NYSE: VST) recently published its 2023 Sustainability Report, highlighting its leading role in the energy transition and expansion, including its growing zero-carbon portfolio, groundbreaking retail solutions, and a workplace driven by diverse ideas and teams.  “Our world is running on electricity now more than ever. Vistra is committed… Continue reading Vistra Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report Highlighting Accelerated Portfolio Transformation & Responsible Decarbonization

Tesla involved in fatal Washington crash was using self-driving mode

A deadly accident in Washington that took the life of a motorcyclist earlier this year was caused by a Tesla vehicle while it was in “Full Self Driving” mode. The Associated Press reported that investigators from the Washington State Patrol confirmed that a 2022 Tesla Model S involved in the fatality accident in April was… Continue reading Tesla involved in fatal Washington crash was using self-driving mode