A group of Uber drivers in New Zealand won a landmark case Tuesday against the ride-hail company which will force Uber to treat them as employees, rather than independent contractors. New Zealand’s employment court decision only applies to four drivers who were part of a class action lawsuit filed last July, but the ruling may… Continue reading New Zealand Uber drivers win case declaring them employees
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France enters ‘white gold’ rush as top producer aims to supply Europe with lithium
A Lithium-ion battery photographed at a Volkswagen facility in Germany. The EU is looking to increase the number of electric vehicles on its roads in the coming years. Ronny Hartmann | AFP | Getty Images Paris-headquartered minerals giant Imerys plans to develop a lithium extraction project that it’s hoped will help meet demand and secure… Continue reading France enters ‘white gold’ rush as top producer aims to supply Europe with lithium
General Motors posts big third-quarter earnings beat but holds full-year guidance steady amid ‘headwinds’
watch now DETROIT – General Motors easily beat Wall Street’s earnings expectations during the third quarter, while signaling caution and confirming its full-year results are likely to come in near the “midpoint” of its previously announced forecast. The Detroit automaker on Tuesday stressed that demand for its products remains strong despite outside economic concerns and… Continue reading General Motors posts big third-quarter earnings beat but holds full-year guidance steady amid ‘headwinds’
@FCA: ‘Trust Is Gained:’ Second Awaited Episode of ‘Beyond the Visible’
The long-awaited second episode of “Beyond the Visible,” the Alfa Romeo docuseries that takes the public behind the scenes, and beyond, of Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN, is on air. Five digital appointments reveal the adrenaline-fueled and challenging daily routine of the more than 500 team members involved in the world’s most watched motorsport competition.… Continue reading @FCA: ‘Trust Is Gained:’ Second Awaited Episode of ‘Beyond the Visible’
Electric truck maker Via Motors eyes HQ move from Utah to Auburn Hills
Via Motors, an electric vehicle manufacturer, is considering relocating its headquarters from Utah to Auburn Hills to grow its production, move that would add 300 jobs in Michigan. The company detailed its plan in a request for a $2.5 million Michigan Business Development Program grant, which the Michigan Strategic Fund board approved Tuesday. The jobs… Continue reading Electric truck maker Via Motors eyes HQ move from Utah to Auburn Hills
Magna gets $10.2M in state grants to expand in Michigan, add 1,500 jobs
The Michigan Strategic Fund board approved Tuesday a total $10.2 million in state program grants for Magna International Inc. as the automotive supplier seeks to expand its footprint in Michigan and create more than 1,500 jobs. Companies under Magna International, Inc. applied for two new Michigan Business Development Program grants for projects in Highland Park… Continue reading Magna gets $10.2M in state grants to expand in Michigan, add 1,500 jobs
PRODUCTION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE UNITED STATES IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2025
Kia EVs will be assembled at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America which officially broke ground near Savannah, Georgia Kia has assembled more than 3.8 million vehicles in Georgia since 2009 SAVANNAH, Ga., Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — At groundbreaking celebrations today for the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant (HMGMA), it was revealed that production is expected to… Continue reading PRODUCTION OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE UNITED STATES IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2025
Hyundai Motor Group Breaks Ground on Metaplant America Dedicated EV and Battery Plant
New facilities represent U.S. investment of approx. USD 5.54 billion Commercial production to begin 1H 2025 with annual capacity of 300,000 units HMG to become a leader of electrified mobility solutions with investment Hyundai Hope, Hyundai Hope On Wheels, Genesis Inspiration Foundation and Kia Accelerate the Good donate USD 1.54 million to a variety of… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Group Breaks Ground on Metaplant America Dedicated EV and Battery Plant
WiTricity Named Clean Tech Winner, Tech Top 50
WATERTOWN, Mass. , Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Mass Technology Leadership Council (MassTLC), the Massachusetts-area leading technology association, recognized WiTricity for innovation and technology and named WiTricity as the winner of the Clean Tech category for the 2022 Tech Top 50 award. The Tech Top 50 recognizes the region’s tech companies, leaders, and technologies that have… Continue reading WiTricity Named Clean Tech Winner, Tech Top 50
Strategic Overview of Start-ups Disrupting the Global Connected Car Industry 2022: Collection and Analysis of Vehicle Data Presents Opportunities
DUBLIN, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “Strategic Overview of Start-ups Disrupting the Global Connected Car Industry, 2022” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. In-vehicle innovations and futuristic technologies are allowing automakers to offer a new generation of products and services to drivers and passengers. The possibilities have given rise to numerous start-ups that are… Continue reading Strategic Overview of Start-ups Disrupting the Global Connected Car Industry 2022: Collection and Analysis of Vehicle Data Presents Opportunities