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Morgan Motor Company to celebrate 50 years of the iconic Plus 8 with limited edition anniversary model due in 2018

Morgan Motor Company will celebrate its most iconic Plus 8 with a 50th Anniversary Special Edition. The British marque has today released teaser images and video for the exclusive special edition ahead of its much-anticipated reveal at the Geneva Motor Show. The family-owned, bespoke sports car manufacturer will produce 50 of the special edition models,… Continue reading Morgan Motor Company to celebrate 50 years of the iconic Plus 8 with limited edition anniversary model due in 2018

Colin Boden appointed as Group Financial Director of the Morgan Motor Company

Morgan Motor Company, the world’s longest running family owned motor manufacturer, are delighted to announce the appointment of Colin Boden as Group Financial Director with immediate effect. As Group Financial Director, Colin will not only be responsible for the financial functions of the Morgan Group, his role will establish him as a key influence in… Continue reading Colin Boden appointed as Group Financial Director of the Morgan Motor Company

EV3 Project Update – December 2017

Morgan Motor Company has announced a technical partnership with industry leaders Frazer-Nash Energy Systems as the all-electric Morgan EV3 prepares for production in 2018. The EV3 extends Morgan’s truly unique offering. Industry leading, EV technology combines with a lightweight coach built body to offer an unparalleled mix of craftsmanship and technology. Inspired by 1930’s Aero-engine… Continue reading EV3 Project Update – December 2017

Dara Khosrowshahi on the Power of Shared Mobility

Dara Khosrowshahi on the Power of Shared Mobility Uber’s CEO says moving past private car ownership will benefit the economy and the environment ‘The goal of reducing private car ownership is one we share with cities across the globe,’ says Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. PHOTO: STIAN RASMUSSEN By Dara Khosrowshahi, Chief Executive Officer For the first… Continue reading Dara Khosrowshahi on the Power of Shared Mobility

Wall Street sours on Hackett’s Ford

DETROIT — To hear Wall Street tell it, Ford Motor Co. is in dire straits. Ford shares last week fell under $11, lower than when Jim Hackett became CEO last May, despite big gains for the broader market in those eight months. Ford’s earnings outlook for the year dimmed in light of lower-than-expected 2017 results.… Continue reading Wall Street sours on Hackett’s Ford

Tesla boss Elon Musk pursues his most unlikely goal yet: a $55bn bonus

Tesla The Observer Tesla boss Elon Musk pursues his most unlikely goal yet: a $55bn bonus Some say the firm is already overvalued at $60bn. But its founder’s vision is now truly ambitious Elon Musk unveils Tesla’s forthcoming Roadster 2 sports car in California. Photograph: Reuters Racy valuations for loss-making businesses are nothing new to… Continue reading Tesla boss Elon Musk pursues his most unlikely goal yet: a $55bn bonus

CEO Jim Hackett pushing Ford team as investors watch with caution

Ford Motor Company President and CEO Jim Hackett speaks during the Ford presentation at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit January 14, 2018. (Photo: Maury/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock) Ford CEO Jim Hackett, eight months into his role, brings an unconventional approach to the auto industry, which leaves colleagues inspired and observers sometimes a bit confused. He has… Continue reading CEO Jim Hackett pushing Ford team as investors watch with caution

India: CarTrade acquires majority stake in Shriram Automall for $24.5m

January 24, 2018 Online automobile classified platform CarTrade, operated by MXC Solution Private Ltd, is acquiring a majority stake in Shriram Automall India Ltd (SAMIL) for nearly $24.5 million to create India’s largest used vehicle platform. CarTrade will acquire shares in SAMIL from Shriram Transport Finance Company Limited (STFC), the latter said in a BSE… Continue reading India: CarTrade acquires majority stake in Shriram Automall for $24.5m

Australia’s first hypercar? The Quantum GP700 was built in a shed

Great Britain is pretty marvellous at building tiny, lightweight pocket rockets on a slim budget and in difficult circumstances – just think of the Ariel Atom, the Noble M600, or Morgan. Now, Australia’s getting in on the action with this – the Quantum GP700. The brainchild of Melbourne-based Jeff David, the Quantum has some serious… Continue reading Australia’s first hypercar? The Quantum GP700 was built in a shed