New Mercedes GLC: specs, pricing and engines

The Mercedes GLC is the brand’s best-selling car worldwide, Stuttgart having sold 2.6 million units since 2008 (including the GLK-Class predecessor). The new one picks up where the old GLC left, hoping to further establish itself in the all-important mid-size premium SUV market.  Once again, it will have to compete with some excellent rivals including… Continue reading New Mercedes GLC: specs, pricing and engines

Self-driving company Aurora mulling possible sale to Apple or Microsoft – Bloomberg News

Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register Sept 2 (Reuters) – Aurora Innovation Inc (AUR.O) Chief Executive Chris Urmson recently laid out a series of options for the self-driving company to combat challenging market conditions, including a possible sale to Apple Inc (AAPL.O) or Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O), Bloomberg News reported on Friday. Shares… Continue reading Self-driving company Aurora mulling possible sale to Apple or Microsoft – Bloomberg News

Tesla hiring ‘high-volume’ recruiters in Quebec

Tesla is looking to hire recruiters in Quebec for a “high-volume” effort, indicating the automaker’s plans to grow in Canada. A job posting by the global battery-electric brand seeks “an extraordinary recruiter” with “strong business acumen, a passion for their craft, and a genuine commitment to providing an unforgettable candidate experience.” CEO Elon Musk said… Continue reading Tesla hiring ‘high-volume’ recruiters in Quebec

Price Simms Family Dealerships Acquire Two Ford Dealerships in Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Price Simms Family Dealerships, one of the largest privately held Automotive Groups in Northern California, has completed the acquisition of Downtown Ford and Harrold Ford from the Victory Automotive Group, adding two stores to their now 28-store lineup. Price Simms CEO, Adam Simms commented, “The two dealerships are… Continue reading Price Simms Family Dealerships Acquire Two Ford Dealerships in Sacramento

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2 Sep 2022 PROTON ACHIEVES HIGHEST SALES VOLUME IN NINE YEARS – 15,880 units delivered is the most since July 2013 as production recovery continues- Export sales achieve highest volume in 113 months prior to launch in South Africa Subang Jaya, 2 September 2022 – National car maker PROTON continued its uptick in delivery numbers… Continue reading Geely-Proton: READ MORE000051

German Handelsblatt: Alternative drives: hydrogen in the tank: BMW is planning with the fuel cell005081

BMW-Chef Oliver Zipse: „Wir prüfen ein richtiges Serienangebot, je früher desto besser“ (Foto: BMW) Der BMW-Konzern sieht gute Chancen für die Einführung der Brennstoffzelle. „Wir prüfen ein richtiges Serienangebot, je früher desto besser“, sagte Konzernchef Oliver Zipse am Mittwoch in München. Mit Wasserstoff betankte Autos seien neben Batterieantrieben „das letzte Puzzlestück“ auf dem Weg zu einer… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Alternative drives: hydrogen in the tank: BMW is planning with the fuel cell005081

Nina Aresund appointed new member of Volvo’s Group Executive Board

GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Nina Aresund has been appointed new member of Volvo’s Group Executive Board and Executive Vice President Group Legal and Compliance. She will succeed Sofia Frändberg who after ten years will step down from her current role and continue as a senior leader for the Volvo Group. Nina Aresund, born… Continue reading Nina Aresund appointed new member of Volvo’s Group Executive Board

CV upholds the uptrend in August ’22

Tata Motors, in its domestic CV segment recorded a total of 29,313 unit sales in August 2022. This figure represents 12 percent growth over August last year when it sold 26,172 units. According to the company, within the commercial vehicle segment, it notched sales of 8,727 units in August 2022 for MHCV category — a… Continue reading CV upholds the uptrend in August ’22

2022 Volvo C40 Recharge is an EV to love — but electronic glitches need attention

Electric vehicles have finally hit the mainstream. I know that because as I write about the stylish new Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Ultimate SUV, all my complaints are about regular-car issues, none focused on its electric drivetrain. I’m talking about things like a tiny rear window that limits visibility, electronic failures, limited rear headroom, and… Continue reading 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge is an EV to love — but electronic glitches need attention