The autonomous-vehicle industry has seen a number of big investments, partnerships, and acquisitions in recent years. Aurora Innovation and Uber ATG are the firms most likely to be bought next, according to analyst Sam Abuelsamid. Amazon could use Aurora’s tech to build self-driving heavy-duty trucks, while Toyota could add Uber ATG to its research division,… Continue reading Amazon buying Aurora could be the next big move in the self-driving-car industry’s wave of consolidation, an expert says (AMZN, UBER)
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@Hyundai: A Threat To European Automakers: 10 Reasons Why Hyundai·Kia Thrive
AMS read 10 reasons why Hyundai and Kia succeeded in the European market through its recently published Issue No. 18 earlier this year. He also explained that Hyundai and Kia are threatening traditional European automakers including premium car brands. What is the secret of Hyundai and Kia’s success that AMS has paid attention to? Here… Continue reading @Hyundai: A Threat To European Automakers: 10 Reasons Why Hyundai·Kia Thrive
Skoda introduces plasma-coated cylinder blocks on EA211 1-litre petrol engines
Skoda Auto has put a new processing line for plasma coating into operation. This technically innovative concept allows conventional cylinder liners to be replaced with a powder coating that measures just 150 μm (0.15 mm). This will now be used when producing the new EVO three-cylinder engines from the EA211 series and will reduce internal… Continue reading Skoda introduces plasma-coated cylinder blocks on EA211 1-litre petrol engines
@VW Group: NEWSROOM: Why battery power will drive the future of transportation
Sep 16, 2020 Chances are you might have at least two lithium-ion batteries on your body right now – one on your wrist, and one in the phone in your pocket. You may have multiple more if you’re holding a car key fob or have a pacemaker or any other electronic device. But do you… Continue reading @VW Group: NEWSROOM: Why battery power will drive the future of transportation
@VW Group: Save the date: ID.4 global reveal
Sep 16, 2020 Herndon, VA — Volkswagen of America, Inc. will unveil the all-new electric ID.4 SUV virtually on September 23, 2020 at 11am EDT at YouTube.com/VW. About VolkswagenFounded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America and a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, with headquarters in Herndon, Virginia.… Continue reading @VW Group: Save the date: ID.4 global reveal
@VW Group: Volkswagen successfully places first green bonds with a volume of € 2 billion
Today, the Volkswagen Group successfully placed its first green bonds with a volume of € 2 billion in the market. The benchmark bonds, which are denominated in euros, have terms of 8 and 12 years and coupons of 0.875% and 1.250% respectively. Investors showed considerable interest, including both international and specialized green bond investors. This… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen successfully places first green bonds with a volume of € 2 billion
@VW Group: Bugatti in the modern era – 15th anniversary of the atelier in Molsheim
Planning started in 1998 The plan to revive the brand at the site in Molsheim originated in 1998. Volkswagen had purchased the name rights to the Bugatti brand in April under its then Chairman Ferdinand K. Piëch, and the first discussions between him and the Henn architectural office started soon afterwards. Under the name “Molsheim… Continue reading @VW Group: Bugatti in the modern era – 15th anniversary of the atelier in Molsheim
@VW Group: ŠKODA AUTO introduces plasma-coated cylinder blocks
Christian Bleiel, Head of Component Production at ŠKODA AUTO, highlighted, “The technically highly innovative plasma coating makes our EA211 TSI EVO engines even more efficient. It reduces friction losses and thus also fuel consumption. What’s more, this type of coating also allows heat to be more evenly distributed within the cylinders and helps it to… Continue reading @VW Group: ŠKODA AUTO introduces plasma-coated cylinder blocks
@VW Group: White paper – Urban Mobility in a Post-Covid-19 World
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: White paper – Urban Mobility in a Post-Covid-19 World
@VW Group: High-power charging trucks become mobile power sources
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: High-power charging trucks become mobile power sources