Autonomous vehicle startup Aurora is close to finalizing a deal to merge with Reinvent Technology Partners Y, the newest special purpose acquisition company launched by LinkedIn co-founder and investor Reid Hoffman, Zynga founder Mark Pincus and managing partner Michael Thompson, according to several sources familiar with the talks. One of the sticking points is the… Continue reading Autonomous vehicle startup Aurora in final talks to merge with Reid Hoffman’s newest SPAC
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Hyundai Motor Americas Region Names Carlos Servin Chief Cost Optimization Officer
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Americas Region has appointed Carlos Servin as the Chief Cost Optimization Officer. Servin will be responsible for leading the strategy and execution of all cost optimization initiatives across North and South America. This includes benchmarking and implementing best practices for localization, supplier assessments and cost… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Americas Region Names Carlos Servin Chief Cost Optimization Officer
Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Markets, 2021-2028: Global Focus on Passenger Vehicles, Light-duty & Heavy-duty Buses and Trucks, and Three-wheelers
DUBLIN, June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The “Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Fuel Type, by Vehicle Type, by Region, and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global automotive natural gas vehicle market demand is expected to reach 38,856.33 thousand units by 2028. The… Continue reading Automotive Natural Gas Vehicle Markets, 2021-2028: Global Focus on Passenger Vehicles, Light-duty & Heavy-duty Buses and Trucks, and Three-wheelers
Movin’On Challenge Design Reveals Top Concepts
All 170 entries this year sought to create inclusive mobility for those who are often overlooked when mobility solutions are being designed. For Spahn’s concept, the Crosswing enables people with amputations to move around cities more efficiently by giving them the ability to skate for transport or leisure. The second-place spot went to Danish design… Continue reading Movin’On Challenge Design Reveals Top Concepts
Volvo Cars to strengthen its digital drive in India
Volvo Car India is looking to strengthen its footprint in the country. The company, which set up CKD operations in Bangalore three years ago, a spare parts warehouse in Mumbai and is expanding its sales and service network, is expanding its Digital Technology Hub in Bangalore. As part of the move, the company has appointed… Continue reading Volvo Cars to strengthen its digital drive in India
@Geely-Volvo: Volvo Cars global sales up by 43 per cent in May
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Volvo Cars’ sales up 43% in May, 11th straight month of growth
Volvo Cars has recorded its 11th consecutive month of sales growth as the company’s global sales increased by 43 percent in May 2021, compared with the same month last year. In May, Volvo Cars sold a total of 64,111 cars, up from 44,830 cars a year ago. The growth was mainly driven by a strong demand… Continue reading Volvo Cars’ sales up 43% in May, 11th straight month of growth
Commercial Telematics Market to grow by USD 12 billion during 2021-2025, AB Volvo and Bridgestone Corp. Emerge as Key Contributors to growth| Technavio
NEW YORK, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Technavio has been monitoring the commercial telematics market and it is poised to grow by USD 12.00 billion during 2021-2025, progressing at a CAGR of almost 6% during the forecast period. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment. Request… Continue reading Commercial Telematics Market to grow by USD 12 billion during 2021-2025, AB Volvo and Bridgestone Corp. Emerge as Key Contributors to growth| Technavio
Self-Driving Coalition Announces New Board Members Embark and Aurora
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Self-Driving Coalition – dedicated to working with lawmakers, regulators and the public to realize the safety and societal benefits of autonomous vehicles (AVs) – announced today that Aurora and Embark have joined the Coalition’s Board of Directors. Both Embark and Aurora became members in 2020, and their addition… Continue reading Self-Driving Coalition Announces New Board Members Embark and Aurora
Volvo Penta acquires majority stake in marine battery systems pioneer ZEM AS
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, June 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Penta has announced an exciting new acquisition of ZEM – a company with 12 years of market experience as a supplier of both marine battery systems and complete electric drivelines and a strong track record in Norway, the most mature marine e-mobility market in the world. “As a… Continue reading Volvo Penta acquires majority stake in marine battery systems pioneer ZEM AS