In this week’s issue, we take a look at the future of the Land Rover Discovery, Richard Lane celebrates the Porsche 911 Turbo’s 50th Birthday and the new manual BMW Z4 convertible is put through Brtiain’s most exhuastive road test. News JLR plans to reinvent the ailing Discovery brand for the sixth-generation model and aims to… Continue reading Autocar magazine 21 August: on sale now
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How to Increase Revenue for Smaller Car Rental Companies
The ICRS panel on increasing revenues for small rental operations included (L to R) moderator Roger Zakaria, CEO of Fleet Consulting Association (FCA); Michael Meyer, president of Rate Highway, Inc.: Joshua Stock, owner of Carzi Rent a Car; and Trent Gifford, CEO and co-founder of Appzoola. Photo: Ross Stewart / Stewart Digital Media A car… Continue reading How to Increase Revenue for Smaller Car Rental Companies
Lin-gang a hothouse for incubating success, pioneering tech
SHANGHAI, Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from chinadaily.com.cn: Special area in Shanghai taking innovative approaches to develop industries, attract talent Continue Reading A post celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Lin-gang Special Area of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone. [Photo/en.lingang.gov.cn] In late June, China’s first independent car design company… Continue reading Lin-gang a hothouse for incubating success, pioneering tech
@FCA: Veteran Auto Manufacturing Executive Joins Stellantis to Lead North American Manufacturing
August 20, 2024 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Stellantis today announced that industry leader Tim Fallon has joined the company as the head of Manufacturing in North America. A seasoned manufacturing executive, Fallon joins Stellantis from Rivian where he led EV manufacturing operations. Prior to that, Fallon spent more than 16 years at Nissan where he… Continue reading @FCA: Veteran Auto Manufacturing Executive Joins Stellantis to Lead North American Manufacturing
Abbey Laurel-Smith steps in to the race as a Know-Nothing Republican for President 2024, with a simple message, “Put me in charge! And watch me ReBuildUSAtoday”
NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Abbey Laurel-Smith, a Know-Nothing Party of America candidate, a reconstructionist with a passion to “rebuild not replace”, made public his candidacy for President, United States, 2024 at the Omni Berkshire Hotel Bar in Midtown, Manhattan, New York city last month. In his opening statement, he promised a return to… Continue reading Abbey Laurel-Smith steps in to the race as a Know-Nothing Republican for President 2024, with a simple message, “Put me in charge! And watch me ReBuildUSAtoday”
@FCA: Move Over Moon Buggy, New Ram Power Wagon and Rebel HD Lunar Editions Have More Capability
August 20, 2024 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Ram introduces Lunar-themed special-edition versions of the Ram Power Wagon and Rebel Heavy Duty with design cues and visuals that align with color pallets found on the moon. Available in dealerships in October 2024, the new Lunar editions feature a unique design theme and value-added content. “The new… Continue reading @FCA: Move Over Moon Buggy, New Ram Power Wagon and Rebel HD Lunar Editions Have More Capability
@FCA: Statement in Response to UAW Allegations
August 20, 2024 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – To ensure the Company’s future competitiveness and sustainability, which are necessary to preserve U.S. manufacturing jobs, it is critical that the business case for all investments is aligned with market conditions and our ability to accommodate a wide range of consumer demands. Therefore, the Company confirms it has notified the… Continue reading @FCA: Statement in Response to UAW Allegations
Fiat Panda off sale in UK after 12 years
The fourth-generation Fiat Panda has been pulled from sale in the UK after 12 years, Autocar can reveal. It ends a 21-year run for the Italian city car, which was one of a handful of models available for less than £15,000. Only the Dacia Sandero and its smaller sibling, the electric Dacia Spring, can be had for… Continue reading Fiat Panda off sale in UK after 12 years
@niche: HERE’S TO THE ONES WHO DREAM.003494
Editor’s Note: This week, Peter discusses the mind-numbing, bureaucratic cesspool that still exists in this business, and the perils of dismissing the vision and passion of the True Believers. In “On The Table,” we preview the latest cash grab from the greed-meisters at Porsche, the “911 Turbo 50 Years.” Then, we look at Opulent Velocity, a new concept vehicle from Cadillac,… Continue reading @niche: HERE’S TO THE ONES WHO DREAM.003494
UAW workers at Stellantis could strike over Illinois plant reopening
UAW President Shawn Fain referred to the issue during a prime-time address at the Democratic National Convention on Monday night. The United Auto Workers union said on Monday some local units representing workers at Stellantis are preparing to file grievances and could launch a nationwide strike, accusing the automaker of not honoring production commitments. The… Continue reading UAW workers at Stellantis could strike over Illinois plant reopening