Tag: GM

Ford to cut 14% of European jobs, blaming EV shift

Berlin ended EV subsidies in December last year. EV sales in Germany in the first nine months of this year were down 28.6%. Ford said on Wednesday it would cut around 14% of its European workforce, blaming significant losses in recent years compounded by weak demand for electric vehicles, a lack of government support for… Continue reading Ford to cut 14% of European jobs, blaming EV shift

Automakers urge Trump to preserve EV tax credits, boost self-driving cars

This week, Reuters reported Trump transition team plans to target federal regulations championed by President Joe Biden that aim to make automobiles more fuel-efficient and incentivize a shift toward EVs. A group representing major automakers including General Motors, Toyota Motor Corp, and Volkswagen urged President-elect Donald Trump to retain key tax credits for electric vehicle… Continue reading Automakers urge Trump to preserve EV tax credits, boost self-driving cars

Tesla says Nissan EV drivers now have access to its Supercharger network

Tesla says that Nissan EV drivers, or more specifically Ariya drivers, now have access to its Supercharger network in the US and Canada. Since earlier this year and since opening its connector as a standard last year, Tesla has been increasingly onboarding more automakers on its Supercharger network in North America. First, it was Ford,… Continue reading Tesla says Nissan EV drivers now have access to its Supercharger network

Jidu aims to lead in futuristic design

Frank Wu, CDO of Jidu Auto, introduces the Jidu Robo X at the Guangzhou auto show on Nov 15. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Jidu Auto, the joint venture of Baidu and Geely, aims to provide futuristic design with the latest technology in their vehicles, which will serve people like a robot, said Frank Wu, chief… Continue reading Jidu aims to lead in futuristic design

German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202

There is growing concern among car manufacturers about punitive quotas for electric car sales in the UK. Some manufacturers are urging the Labor government to relax the requirements, but so far Transport Minister Louise Haigh has shown only limited willingness to be more flexible. This year, car brands must sell at least 22 percent of… Continue reading German FAZ: Unrest over electric car quotas in England008202

Study Finds Tesla Has Higher Rate of Fatal Accidents Than Any Other Car

Surprised? Death Drive Tesla has the highest rate of fatal accidents on the road out of every other car brand in the US, according to new research. The study, conducted by the automotive site iSeeCars, analyzed data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System maintained by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Focusing on crashes… Continue reading Study Finds Tesla Has Higher Rate of Fatal Accidents Than Any Other Car

US senators push auto safety agency to finalise vehicle rules

A 2021 infrastructure law included 10 new auto safety provisions including modernizing standards for crash avoidance technologies, automatic engine shutoff devices and headlights. A group of nine Democratic senators on Wednesday urged U.S. auto regulators to move quickly to issue new vehicle safety rules in the face of traffic deaths that remain significantly above pre-COVID… Continue reading US senators push auto safety agency to finalise vehicle rules

@Groupe PSA: PR MEDIA ADVISORY: Stellantis to Participate in Goldman Sachs 16th Annual Industrials & Autos Week007699

AMSTERDAM – Doug Ostermann, Stellantis Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 1:20 p.m. GMT to 1:55 p.m. GMT at Goldman Sachs 16th Annual Industrials & Autos Week. To watch the live session, visit the following webcast link: https://kvgo.com/gs-industrials-autos-week-2024/stellantis-december Details for watching the fireside chat are also… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR MEDIA ADVISORY: Stellantis to Participate in Goldman Sachs 16th Annual Industrials & Autos Week007699

Best American cars of all time – Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang is probably the most recognisable American car ever made and is credited with the creation of the ‘pony car’ class which has defined US car culture ever since. A coupe-style car with a long bonnet and cut-off rear, the first-generation Mustang was one of Ford’s most successful models ever and it’s the… Continue reading Best American cars of all time – Ford Mustang