Rivian lands $1.5B incentives package to build massive EV factory in Georgia

Rivian will receive a $1.5 billion incentives package to build its massive factory in Georgia, according to documents posted Monday by the state’s Department of Economic Development. That sizable carrot — the biggest in the state’s history — comes with several commitments from Rivian, including that it will hire 7,500 people who will earn an… Continue reading Rivian lands $1.5B incentives package to build massive EV factory in Georgia

@niche: Morgan Motor Company Announces Changes to its Leadership Team001815

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Opponents blast planned Rivian EV plant at Georgia meeting

Monroe, Ga. — Opponents trying to derail a $5 billion, 7,500-job electric truck plant dominated a state meeting Monday that was meant to gather suggestions on how to design the plant to mitigate environmental impacts. The state assumed oversight over the Rivian Automotive project after opponents overwhelmed Morgan County planning and zoning officials. The plant… Continue reading Opponents blast planned Rivian EV plant at Georgia meeting

How Tesla is reinventing car production with its “giga presses”

Posted Apr 7, 2022, 1:30 PM Elon Musk is not content with simply revolutionizing the automobile. The global electric car pioneer is also becoming a noted industrial innovator: it has been using ‘giga presses’ to build its cars for the past two years – a breakthrough carefully studied by many manufacturers, including Mercedes and Volvo.… Continue reading How Tesla is reinventing car production with its “giga presses”

Wiesmann Project Thunderball could be firm’s first electrified car – AutoExpress

Wiesmann has released details over its upcoming sports car – codenamed ‘Project Thunderball’.  The new images show plenty of similarities to previous Wiesmann cars, such as the long bonnet, stubby rear-end retractable soft top and rounded grille reminiscent of a Jaguar XK120’s. There are also round rear lights protruding from the body work and vents… Continue reading Wiesmann Project Thunderball could be firm’s first electrified car – AutoExpress

Steve Cropley: Morgan never fails to bring a smile

Monday It’s no easy assignment, taking a positive view of a week as terrible as this. The only viable approach seems to be to be thankful for the life you lead and make the best of your opportunities. This, at least, is how I tried to tackle a trip to Morgan’s headquarters in Malvern Link,… Continue reading Steve Cropley: Morgan never fails to bring a smile

Bollinger Motors Announces Strategic Partnership With EAVX To Develop All-electric Commercial Trucks – PR Newswire

Bollinger Motors is developing an all-electric platform and chassis cab for various applications in class 3-6 vehicles, offering adaptable battery solutions to accommodate large payloads, sufficient range, and long-life durability. EAVX, a business unit of JB Poindexter & Co, partners with the most advanced electric and alternative power-chassis producers to design, manufacture, distribute, and service… Continue reading Bollinger Motors Announces Strategic Partnership With EAVX To Develop All-electric Commercial Trucks – PR Newswire

Uber: Uber CEO to Participate in Keynote Hosted by Morgan Stanley

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced that Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO, will participate in a keynote at the 2022 Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on Monday, March 7, 2022. Mr. Khosrowshahi is scheduled to appear at 3:00pm PT (6:00pm ET). A live audio webcast of the event will be available on… Continue reading Uber: Uber CEO to Participate in Keynote Hosted by Morgan Stanley