Honda will use Google’s embedded Android Automotive in its cars starting in 2022

Google nabbed another big automaker in its quest to become the default operating system for cars. Honda will soon begin rolling out vehicles with Google’s embedded Android Automotive OS, which includes Google’s voice-activated Assistant, Google Maps, and other automotive-approved Android apps as the default infotainment. The first Honda vehicles with embedded Android will start rolling… Continue reading Honda will use Google’s embedded Android Automotive in its cars starting in 2022

Ex-Nissan CEO Ghosn rips automaker, says ‘boring, mediocre car company’ will struggle to find its place – Fox Business

Former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn argues Nissan’s resistance to alliances makes the company miss out on technical innovation. Auto exec-turned-fugitive, Carlos Ghosn, slammed Nissan and explained why the global autos alliance, that he built, did not sit well with the Japanese government.  In an exclusive FOX Business interview, the embattled former chairman of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi… Continue reading Ex-Nissan CEO Ghosn rips automaker, says ‘boring, mediocre car company’ will struggle to find its place – Fox Business

Rivian starts building R1T electric trucks for customers

At the start of the month, Rivian achieved a major milestone. The Environmental Protection Agency published official range estimates for the company’s R1T pickup truck and R1S SUV, putting both vehicles one step closer to an official launch. Rivian has now hit another important milestone.  After months of building pre-production vehicles, this morning our first… Continue reading Rivian starts building R1T electric trucks for customers

Mitsubishi to use Nissan-made platform for all Japan models

TOKYO — Mitsubishi Motors plans to stop developing car platforms for the Japanese market and instead use vehicle bases made by ally Nissan Motor beginning around 2026, Nikkei has learned, the latest indication of realignment in an industry that requires huge investments in technology. Mitsubishi aims to shift its research and development investment into electric vehicles and… Continue reading Mitsubishi to use Nissan-made platform for all Japan models

Automotive Rear Seat Infotainment Market to Record CAGR Worth 9%| Market Participants Including Garmin Ltd. And Panasonic Corp. to Emerge as Dominant Players| Technavio

Latest market research report titled Automotive Rear Seat Infotainment Market by End-user and Geography – Forecast and Analysis 2020-2024 has been announced by Technavio which is proudly partnering with Fortune 500 companies for over 16 years Key Market Dynamics: Market Driver Market Challenges The integration of smartphones and tablets with in-car infotainment and innovation in… Continue reading Automotive Rear Seat Infotainment Market to Record CAGR Worth 9%| Market Participants Including Garmin Ltd. And Panasonic Corp. to Emerge as Dominant Players| Technavio

Michael Perschke appointed CEO of Quantron AG

German company Quantron, a system provider of clean battery and hydrogen-powered e-mobility for commercial vehicles such as trucks, buses and vans, has appointed automotive manager and EV pioneer Michael Perschke as CEO and board member. This is in line to bring further international EV expertise on board on its way to becoming an independent manufacturer… Continue reading Michael Perschke appointed CEO of Quantron AG

Mitsubishi Motors to build new plant in Bangladesh

TOKYO — Mitsubishi Motors is set to build an auto assembly plant in Bangladesh as part of its expansion in Southeast Asia.  Mitsubishi and state-owned Bangladesh Steel and Engineering Corporation (BSEC) on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding. The two parties will conduct a feasibility study on business opportunities to determine when to build the plant.… Continue reading Mitsubishi Motors to build new plant in Bangladesh

Global Automotive Actuators Market to Reach $23.1 Billion by 2026

FACTS AT A GLANCE Edition: 4; Released: April 2021 Executive Pool: 603 Companies: 41 – Players covered include Aptiv PLC; BorgWarner, Inc.; Continental AG; Denso Corporation; Hitachi Ltd.; Johnson Electric Holdings Ltd.; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Nidec Corporation; Robert Bosch GmbH; Stoneridge, Inc.; Valeo SA; WABCO Holdings Inc. and Others. Coverage: All major geographies and key segments Segments: Vehicle Type (Passenger Cars, Light… Continue reading Global Automotive Actuators Market to Reach $23.1 Billion by 2026

@Daimler: Manish Thakore appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV)

Manish Thakore will succeed current CFO Leonardo Piccinini, be a key member of Executive Board Mr. Satyakam Arya, Managing Director, and CEO, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles: “We are pleased to welcome Manish Thakore to take up his new role at DICV. His entrepreneurial mindset, rich financial background and digital transformation experience makes him a perfect… Continue reading @Daimler: Manish Thakore appointed as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV)