We sometimes take for granted that most anyone who wishes to become say, an Uber driver, can do so. But that assumption is a narrow view considering there are many people who would love to earn income in that way but can’t because of lack of car ownership (and all that goes with it) —… Continue reading Brazil’s Kovi closes $104M Series B to make car ownership ‘more inclusive’ in LatAm
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Carlos Ghosn, ex-Nissan chief, walks out of DW’s Conflict Zone interview – DW (English)
Former Nissan boss and international fugitive Carlos Ghosn abruptly stopped an interview with DW’s Conflict Zone, arguing “bad faith” by host Tim Sebastian. Ghosn, who was one of the most powerful men in the global car industry, abruptly cut short an interview with DW’s Conflict Zone host Tim Sebastian when he disliked the host’s line… Continue reading Carlos Ghosn, ex-Nissan chief, walks out of DW’s Conflict Zone interview – DW (English)
@VW Group: Stirling silver: on the hunt for the heart of a forgotten Porsche masterpiece003685
05/08/2021 South African collector Michelle Hambly-Grobler wants to complete a barn find. She is looking for the engine that once powered Stirling Moss’ Porsche 718 RS 61 Spyder. The fabled barn find does indeed occur from time to time. One such discovery came to light in South Africa. The over sixty-year-old race car from the… Continue reading @VW Group: Stirling silver: on the hunt for the heart of a forgotten Porsche masterpiece003685
@VW Group: Tradition on a New Course003684
The DKV Mobility Services Group combines a rich tradition with a future-oriented course. Founded more than 85 years ago, it has helped shape the European mobility sector in farsighted ways. Today it is Europe’s leading B2B mobility services provider, trusted by small enterprises and major trucking operations alike. Taxi companies, doctors’ offices, gardeners, and bakers—anyone… Continue reading @VW Group: Tradition on a New Course003684
@VW Group: When software writes software003683
Even today, cars are very much rolling computers. They contain a network of electronic control units (ECUs), with between 70 and 100 being installed in every modern vehicle. These computing units control fuel injection, regulate braking behaviour and monitor the air conditioning system. The next step will be HCPs (High Performance Computing Platforms), which will… Continue reading @VW Group: When software writes software003683
@VW Group: The perfect blend of Fourtillfour: coffee, community and Porsche003682
It is hard to define exactly what Nico Samaras does for a living. Hard enough that even he struggles. “I’ve been trying to figure out that line for years,” he laughs. The former US Marine and art school student has a variety of passions, all of which he has managed to dovetail into one all-consuming… Continue reading @VW Group: The perfect blend of Fourtillfour: coffee, community and Porsche003682
@VW Group: Porsche at the IAA 2019003681
© 2021 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. *Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. As of 1 September 2018 the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) replaced the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). Due to the more realistic test conditions, the fuel/electricity consumption and CO₂ emission values determined in… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche at the IAA 2019003681
TechnologyBlackBerry software flaw could impact cars, medical devices – U.S. agenciesAugust 17, 2021
The Blackberry logo is seen on a smartphone in front of a displayed stock graph in this illustration taken February 5, 2021. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration Aug 17 (Reuters) – A cybersecurity flaw in a software designed by BlackBerry Ltd (BB.TO) could put at risk cars and medical equipment that use it and expose highly sensitive systems… Continue reading TechnologyBlackBerry software flaw could impact cars, medical devices – U.S. agenciesAugust 17, 2021
Audi brings e-tron S three-motor electric SUV to the US starting at $84,800
Audi is bringing the e-tron S and e-tron S Sportback, its three-motor electric SUV, to the US, starting at $84,800. The Audi e-tron has been on the market for a while now, and has established itself in several markets. It had a rougher start in the US, but it is doing better this year after… Continue reading Audi brings e-tron S three-motor electric SUV to the US starting at $84,800
FCA sentenced for paying more than $3.5M in bribes to UAW leaders
A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV to pay $30 million for conspiring to break federal labor laws by paying more than $3.5 million in bribes to United Auto Workers leaders. FCA, now part of auto giant Stellantis NV, must pay the fine within the next 30 days after pleading guilty in March to one… Continue reading FCA sentenced for paying more than $3.5M in bribes to UAW leaders