Luminar founder Austin Russell agrees to accept subpoena in bankruptcy case

Luminar founder and former CEO Austin Russell has agreed to accept an electronic subpoena for information on his phone related to the company, as part of the lidar maker’s ongoing bankruptcy proceeding, per a new filing Tuesday. Russell now has seven days to file a motion to quash the subpoena, or object to it —… Continue reading Luminar founder Austin Russell agrees to accept subpoena in bankruptcy case

German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010458

The looming fiasco with the FCAS air combat system has overshadowed German-French arms cooperation for months. A decision is still pending as to whether and – if so – how the mega-project consisting of combat aircraft, drones and digital battle clouds will continue. Contrary to plan, Berlin and Paris did not reach an agreement by… Continue reading German FAZ: Military trucks worth billions for the defense of NATO010458

German FAZ: What the agreement between China and the EU means for consumers010458

The European Commission did not explicitly confirm this. However, on Monday it published “guidelines” on how manufacturers can avoid the current special tariffs on electric cars produced in China. They must commit not to sell the cars below a certain minimum price in Europe. The special tariffs are currently between 7.8 percent and 35.3 percent… Continue reading German FAZ: What the agreement between China and the EU means for consumers010458

ZKW equips the new Audi Q3 with digital Matrix LED headlights

WIESELBURG, Austria, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The new Audi Q3 sets new standards in headlight development with lighting technology from ZKW. The technological highlights of the compact SUV include the digital Matrix LED headlights, which are developed and manufactured together with the technical experts at Audi and the lighting system specialists at ZKW. Furthermore, the… Continue reading ZKW equips the new Audi Q3 with digital Matrix LED headlights

Canada-China EV Trade Deal: What it Means for TSLA, GM, Geely & BYD

Canada is easing tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), marking a major shift in its EV trade policy. Under a new deal with China, Canada will allow up to 49,000 China EVs per year to enter the country at a 6.1% tariff, replacing the 100% duty imposed in 2024. That quota could rise to 70,000… Continue reading Canada-China EV Trade Deal: What it Means for TSLA, GM, Geely & BYD

Tata Motors Eyes Top 3 Spot among Global Truck Makers with Iveco

Tata Motors’ Iveco deal is part of the company’s broader push to build global scale, move into the top three truck makers list amid rapid consolidation, and help navigate the cyclical nature of the industry worldwide, according to Girish Wagh, executive director and head of the company’s commercial vehicle business. “Anything in commercial vehicles, trucks… Continue reading Tata Motors Eyes Top 3 Spot among Global Truck Makers with Iveco

Tata Motors Eyes Top 3 Spot among Global Truck Makers with Iveco

Tata Motors’ Iveco deal is part of the company’s broader push to build global scale, move into the top three truck makers list amid rapid consolidation, and help navigate the cyclical nature of the industry worldwide, according to Girish Wagh, executive director and head of the company’s commercial vehicle business. “Anything in commercial vehicles, trucks… Continue reading Tata Motors Eyes Top 3 Spot among Global Truck Makers with Iveco

German Manager Magazine: Smart: Wolfgang Ufer takes over leadership of Smart Europe004657

A change in leadership is imminent at Smart Europe. Wolfgang Ufer, currently Managing Director of Smart, will take over on March 1, 2026 Germany, the leadership of the European organization. He succeeds Dirk Adelmann, who joined Mercedes-Benz after seven years at the helm Switzerland changes. According to the company, the transition should be structured. Both… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Smart: Wolfgang Ufer takes over leadership of Smart Europe004657

In-vehicle Infotainment Market worth $40.49 billion by 2032 | MarketsandMarkets™

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets™, the in-vehicle infotainment market is projected to grow from USD 23.07 billion in 2025 to USD 40.49 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 8.4%. Browse 347 market data Tables and 85 Figures spread through 339 Pages and in-depth TOC on “In-vehicle Infotainment Market”… Continue reading In-vehicle Infotainment Market worth $40.49 billion by 2032 | MarketsandMarkets™

Wrisk welcomes Allianz Holdings plc as a strategic investor as part of its Series B funding round

LONDON, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wrisk Limited (“Wrisk”), the digital insurance platform specialising in embedded insurance for the automotive sector, today announced that Allianz Holdings plc (“Allianz”) has invested in the company as part of its recently announced Series B funding round, which was led by Alma Mundi Ventures and Opera Tech Ventures. The investment sees Allianz join the… Continue reading Wrisk welcomes Allianz Holdings plc as a strategic investor as part of its Series B funding round