WiTricity Acquires Qualcomm Halo Wireless Charging Assets

WiTricity and Qualcomm join forces in wireless charging WiTricity announced the acquisition from Qualcomm of a certain technology platform and IP assets, concerning wireless charging systems, which will result in the unification of technology platforms to accelerate wireless charging of EVs. Qualcomm engaged in wireless charging around 2011 when it acquired British start-up HaloIPT. Then, the… Continue reading WiTricity Acquires Qualcomm Halo Wireless Charging Assets

Honda Urban EV: interior revealed ahead of Geneva debut

It also had a Honda emblem backlit in blue, previewing a new styling feature for future EVs from the brand. At the front, between the headlights, interactive messages can be displayed including greetings, advice for other drivers or charging status updates. Inside, Honda has intended to create maximum visibility for drivers thanks to slim A-pillars… Continue reading Honda Urban EV: interior revealed ahead of Geneva debut

Exclusive: VW, Ford far apart on investment in Ford autonomous unit – sources

(Reuters) – Volkswagen AG and Ford Motor Co have been unable to reach agreement on whether or how much the German automaker will invest in Ford’s self-driving vehicle unit, people familiar with the negotiations said. FILE PHOTO: The President and CEO of Ford Motor Company Jim Hackett, poses with Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess at the… Continue reading Exclusive: VW, Ford far apart on investment in Ford autonomous unit – sources

Honda reveals first glimpse at interior of electric vehicle prototype bound for Geneva

Honda reveals a first look at the interior of its compact electric vehicle prototype Full width dashboard combines clean and simple design with user focussed technology Electric vehicle prototype will be unveiled at Geneva Motor Show in March 2019 Honda has revealed an interior image of its new compact electric vehicle prototype. The interior is… Continue reading Honda reveals first glimpse at interior of electric vehicle prototype bound for Geneva

Japanese self-drive cars map developer to acquire US rival Ushr

February 13, 2019 Japanese map platform developer Dynamic Map Platform plans to acquire Detroit-based Ushr for nearly 20 billion yen ($181.1 million) in a bid to cement a stronger position in the burgeoning self driving cars market, the Nikkei newspaper said. Dynamic Map Platform would acquire U.S. map startup Ushr as it seeks a stronger… Continue reading Japanese self-drive cars map developer to acquire US rival Ushr

Japanese self-drive cars map developer to buy rival U.S. startup – Nikkei

(Reuters) – Japanese map platform developer Dynamic Map Platform plans to acquire Detroit-based Ushr for nearly 20 billion yen ($181.1 million) in a bid to cement a stronger position in the burgeoning self driving cars market, the Nikkei newspaper said. Dynamic Map Platform would acquire U.S. map startup Ushr as it seeks a stronger position… Continue reading Japanese self-drive cars map developer to buy rival U.S. startup – Nikkei

Nissan, Toyota, Mercedes, VW, Honda, BMW, Lexus, Infiniti, & Audi Sales Drop In USA, While Ford & GM Hide

We have a weird situation. Not that long after GM decided to stop sharing monthly US sales figures, Ford has now followed suit and done the same. This is making monthly market sales report quite challenging. Of course, underneath the GM and Ford brands are Chevrolet, Lincoln, Buick, and Cadillac

UPDATE 2-Fiat Chrysler paid $77 mln in U.S. fuel economy penalties in 2018

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV told Reuters on Thursday it paid $77 million in U.S. civil penalties late last year for failing to meet 2016 model year fuel economy requirements, the first significant sign the industry is facing hurdles meeting rising emissions rules. FILE PHOTO: A Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) sign is seen… Continue reading UPDATE 2-Fiat Chrysler paid $77 mln in U.S. fuel economy penalties in 2018

GM’s incentive plan for Cruise chief points to IPO: SEC filing – Reuters

DETROIT (Reuters) – General Motors Co on Wednesday outlined an incentive plan for the head of its self-driving car unit that points the way toward a possible initial public offering for the business. FILE PHOTO: General Motors President Dan Ammann speaks during GM’s press conference at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan,… Continue reading GM’s incentive plan for Cruise chief points to IPO: SEC filing – Reuters