Mr. Reimold, will combustion engines still be made in 2050? Abrecht Reimold: Based on everything I’ve seen thus far, the answer is a clear yes. Here at Porsche we adopted a clear and sustainable product strategy years ago. It’s based on the three pillars of fuel-efficient combustion engines, low-emission hybrid models and all-electric vehicles. Low-emission technologies… Continue reading @VW Group: Reimold: “A fascinating car at the right time”002631
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AEye Appoints Automotive and LiDAR Veteran Rick Tewell as Chief Operating Officer
“I look forward to playing a key role in helping AEye bring the world’s best LiDAR sensors and technologies to the masses.” Rick Tewell, Chief Operating Officer, AEye Former Velodyne COO to Oversee Operations as AEye Accelerates Volume Production at Scale Dublin, CA – March 15, 2021 – AEye, Inc., (“AEye”) the global leader in… Continue reading AEye Appoints Automotive and LiDAR Veteran Rick Tewell as Chief Operating Officer
AEye iDAR: Sensor Performance Validation Report 2021 (VSI Labs)
On February 3, 2021, VSI Labs, one of the nation’s leading active safety and automated vehicle technology experts, oversaw the performance testing of AEye’s iDAR system with emphasis on applications for safety and autonomy. The four performance specifications tested were: Detections at 1K Range at 10Hz; Resolution as measured by Points per Degree Squared, Speed… Continue reading AEye iDAR: Sensor Performance Validation Report 2021 (VSI Labs)
Elon Musk crowns himself ‘Technoking’ of Tesla
Elon Musk has a new title at Tesla: “Technoking.” The electric automaker announced the head-scratching sobriquet in a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday, along with chief financial officer Zach Kirkhorn’s new position as “Master of Coin.” “Elon and Zach will also maintain their respective positions as Chief Executive Officer and… Continue reading Elon Musk crowns himself ‘Technoking’ of Tesla
Report: Mini to go all-electric from 2030
BMW CEO Oliver Zipse will this week unveil a plan for the Mini brand to go all-electric from 2030, according to a report from Automotive News Europe (ANE). Citing an unnamed source “familiar with the matter”, the site claims Mini will introduce its final combustion-engined model in 2025, and is aiming for half its global sales… Continue reading Report: Mini to go all-electric from 2030
March 10, 2021 Via acquires Remix to create the first end-to-end TransitTech solution for cities and transit agencies Acquisition brings to…
March 10, 2021 Via acquires Remix to create the first end-to-end TransitTech solution for cities and transit agencies Acquisition brings together two category leaders to establish a complete technology platform that powers equitable, accessible, and efficient transportation for communities across the globe. March 10, 2021 (NEW YORK) — Via, the leader in TransitTech, announced today… Continue reading March 10, 2021 Via acquires Remix to create the first end-to-end TransitTech solution for cities and transit agencies Acquisition brings to…
Elon Musk says some Tesla drivers were removed from beta tests for its Full Self-Driving software for not paying attention to the road
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said his company pulled access for some Full Self-Driving software testers. Tesla “revoked beta where drivers did not pay sufficient attention to the road,” Musk said. On Friday, CNBC reported NTSB chair Robert Sumwalt sought new requirements for public testing. See more stories on Insider’s business page. Tesla CEO Elon Musk… Continue reading Elon Musk says some Tesla drivers were removed from beta tests for its Full Self-Driving software for not paying attention to the road
Edsel Ford is retiring and 2 Ford family members will get new roles on board of directors
The great-great grandchildren of Henry Ford, founder of Ford Motor Co., are planning to step into key roles as members of the influential board of directors this year, the company announced Friday. Alexandra Ford English and Henry Ford III have been nominated by the company to stand for election to the board at its virtual annual shareholder meeting… Continue reading Edsel Ford is retiring and 2 Ford family members will get new roles on board of directors
@Ford: Ford Nominates Alexandra Ford English and Henry Ford III for Election to Board; Edsel B. Ford II to Retire After 33 Years as Director
Nominees will stand for election to board of directors at Ford’s annual meeting May 13 John Lechleiter, who has served as a Ford director since 2013, has opted not to be considered for re-election DEARBORN, Mich., March 12, 2021 – Ford Motor Company today announced that Alexandra Ford English and Henry Ford III have been… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Nominates Alexandra Ford English and Henry Ford III for Election to Board; Edsel B. Ford II to Retire After 33 Years as Director
@BMW: BMW Group invests in innovative method for CO2-free steel production000964
Munich. The BMW Group is systematically implementing its sustainability goals. As announced today, the company is investing in an innovative method for CO2-free steel production developed by American startup Boston Metal, through its venture capital fund, BMW i Ventures. Over the coming years, Boston Metal plans to expand the new method for steel production on… Continue reading @BMW: BMW Group invests in innovative method for CO2-free steel production000964