Hyundai Moto rapplies ‘cockpit system’ first to Genesis G90

Integrated control of instrument panel and AVN using self-developed ‘ccOS’Multiple systems run separately using Nvidia Drive <Genesis G90 spy shots Provided by YouTube> Hyundai Motor Group applies a cockpit system to Genesis ‘G90’ for the first time. It is a method of integrating digital instrument panel and audio/ video/ navigation(AVN). The ‘ConnectedCar Operating System (ccOS)’, a… Continue reading Hyundai Moto rapplies ‘cockpit system’ first to Genesis G90

@Daimler: The future of mobility starts now: start of sales for the EQS

Activation of new vehicle functions with over-the-air updates (OTA) Stuttgart.  Two models of the first all-electric luxury saloon from Mercedes-EQ can be ordered from today, with prices starting at 106,374.10 euros[1] and 135,529.10 euros respectively. The EQS 450+ with 245 kW (NEDC combined electrical consumption: 18.9-16.2 kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions: 0 g/km)[2] and the EQS… Continue reading @Daimler: The future of mobility starts now: start of sales for the EQS

Hero MotoCorp reveals first EV, targets global leadership by 2025

In a livestream at the company’s 10th anniversary celebrations, Hero MotoCorp chairman Dr Pawan Munjal showcased the company’s upcoming electric scooter, which looks to be near-production-ready. The world’s largest petrol-engine two-wheeler manufacturer is betting big on electric mobility. Hero MotoCorp, which has completed 10 years after the split with Honda Japan, has announced plans to… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp reveals first EV, targets global leadership by 2025

Moove Raises $23M in Series A Funding

Moove, a Laos, Nigeria-based mobility fintech company, raised $23m in Series A funding. The round was led by Speedinvest and Left Lane Capital, with participation from DCM, Clocktower Technology Ventures, thelatest.ventures, LocalGlobe, Tekton, FJ Labs, Palm Drive Capital, Roka Works, KAAF Investments, Spartech Ventures, Class 5 Global, and Victoria van Lennep, co-founder of Lendable. Africa… Continue reading Moove Raises $23M in Series A Funding

@Hyundai: How to Build the IONIQ 5 – Painting, Assembly, and Inspection | EV Production Film | Hyundai

Play Check out how the manufacturing of the IONIQ 5 is finished off with painting, design, and inspection. After pressing, the panels and frame are painted, and the body is joined with the E-GMP platform. Then additional elements such as lamps, wheels, and dashboards are attached before entering the quality gate where it goes through… Continue reading @Hyundai: How to Build the IONIQ 5 – Painting, Assembly, and Inspection | EV Production Film | Hyundai

Uber: Uber Announces Pricing of $1.5 Billion Senior Notes Offering

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced the pricing of $1.5 billion principal amount of 4.50% Senior Notes due 2029 (the “notes”). The notes are being offered only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and… Continue reading Uber: Uber Announces Pricing of $1.5 Billion Senior Notes Offering

@Ford: Ford Credit CFO Brian Schaaf to Speak August 12 at J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference

About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.  The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Credit CFO Brian Schaaf to Speak August 12 at J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference

Crashes involving Tesla Autopilot and other driver-assistance systems get new scrutiny.

A federal safety agency told automakers on Tuesday to begin reporting and tracking crashes involving cars and trucks that use advanced driver-assistance technology such as Tesla’s Autopilot and General Motors’ Super Cruise, a sign that regulators are taking the safety implications of such systems more seriously. Automakers must report serious crashes within one day of… Continue reading Crashes involving Tesla Autopilot and other driver-assistance systems get new scrutiny.

Time to Embark: Autonomous Trucking Startup Develops Universal Platform on NVIDIA DRIVE

Autonomous trucking startup Embark is planning for universal autonomy of commercial semi-trucks, developing one AI platform that fits all. The company announced today that it will use NVIDIA DRIVE to develop its Embark Universal Interface (EUI), a manufacturer-agnostic platform that includes the compute and multimodal sensors necessary for autonomous trucks. This flexible approach, combined with… Continue reading Time to Embark: Autonomous Trucking Startup Develops Universal Platform on NVIDIA DRIVE

Volkswagen’s new SUV coupé ID.5 GTX to hit dealers next year

Volkswagen is set to introduce its SUV coupé ID.5 GTX as a disguised concept at the IAA Munich Motor Show. The first SUV coupé based on the Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB), the ID.5 GTX is fully connected, can receive updates over-the-air and is fitted with Car2X technology. The ID.5 GTX is the first all-electric… Continue reading Volkswagen’s new SUV coupé ID.5 GTX to hit dealers next year