Tag: FCA

KIA AMERICA DEBUTS ALL-ELECTRIC EV6 NORTH AMERICAN UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR LIMITED EDITION AT MONTEREY CAR WEEK

Limited-Production Model Honoring Influential Award Is the First of its Kind Exquisite details inside and out: Model-exclusive colorway of rich Deep Forest Green exterior over Desert Beige interior, complemented by unique interior appointments including authentic North American Car, Truck and Utility of the Year™ (NACTOY) medallions Best of both worlds: Model-exclusive trim includes certain design… Continue reading KIA AMERICA DEBUTS ALL-ELECTRIC EV6 NORTH AMERICAN UTILITY VEHICLE OF THE YEAR LIMITED EDITION AT MONTEREY CAR WEEK

Pininfarina to make custom-built cars in limited numbers

On the back of unveiling its special edition Battista – the Edizione Nino Farina – the Pura Vision concept and the Barchetta 95 roadster, Automobili Pininfarina says it’s now all geared up and ready to build absolute one-offs or custom-built cars, much like Ferrari’s Special Projects division that builds cars with completely bespoke bodywork – as per a customer’s… Continue reading Pininfarina to make custom-built cars in limited numbers

Lamborghini Lanzador: Price, Specs, Release Date

Driving pleasure will be fundamental to the success of future EVs from supercar makers like Lamborghini and its neighbor Ferrari, in Maranello. Both face the challenge of delivering excitement without the roar and drama of an engine. But this also presents manufacturers with the opportunity to try something new. Driving Dynamics Photograph: Lamborghini For the… Continue reading Lamborghini Lanzador: Price, Specs, Release Date

Ford, South Korean partners pick Canada for battery materials plant

OTTAWA, Canada (Reuters) – A consortium of Ford Motor and South Korean companies on Thursday said they would build a $1.2 billion ($887 million) Canadian dollar plant to produce electric-vehicle battery materials in Becancour, Quebec, a town seeking to become an EV supply chain hub, Canada’s industry ministry said. The consortium includes South Korean partners… Continue reading Ford, South Korean partners pick Canada for battery materials plant

@FCA: Stellantis Spotlight Wraps the Week

August 18, 2023 , Auburn Hills, Mich. –  “Stellantis Spotlight” is a weekly recap of some of the major stories at Stellantis. The top stories for the week ending August 18, 2023, include the introduction of bproauto, the launch of the final, special-edition Gladiator Rubicon FarOut and record-breaking attendance at MotorTrend Presents Roadkill Nights Powered by… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis Spotlight Wraps the Week

China’s EV makers face cost and consumer challenges to conquer Europe

Western automakers are rattled, with Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Peugeot-to-Fiat carmaker Stellantis, warning last month of an “invasion” of cheap Chinese EVs in Europe. China’s electric vehicle (EV) makers, which have raced past foreign rivals to top sales rankings at home, are arriving in Europe – and facing a new set of challenges. Stereotypes… Continue reading China’s EV makers face cost and consumer challenges to conquer Europe

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Summary Companies Chinese EV makers growing market share in Europe, target more Chinese brands unlikely to be able to sell as cheaply as at home Import costs and low brand recognition pose challenges BERLIN, Aug 18 (Reuters) – China’s electric vehicle (EV) makers, which have raced past foreign rivals to top sales rankings at home,… Continue reading article with gallery

Workers who’d had Legionnaires’ disease return to auto plant

Two autoworkers who had been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease are back to work at Stellantis’ Warren Truck Assembly Plant, and no legionella bacteria were found in testing of the plant’s water systems, according to a Stellantis spokeswoman. The investigation, however, is ongoing, according to Andrew Cox, Macomb County director of health and community services. It’s… Continue reading Workers who’d had Legionnaires’ disease return to auto plant

Ford demands secrecy as it preps salaried workers for blue-collar jobs if UAW strikes

Ford Motor Co. is preparing white-collar workers to do blue-collar jobs in case of a UAW strike, according to internal company materials reviewed by the Free Press. Over the past month, Ford has held meetings with salaried workers, including engineers, to explain that the company wants to protect the flow of parts to car dealers… Continue reading Ford demands secrecy as it preps salaried workers for blue-collar jobs if UAW strikes