Because the cars are equipped with sensors that gather information about their surroundings by sending out pulses of light — as well as radar and an array of cameras — the cars could potentially operate at night as well. But the start-up decided to keep a tight rein on its service before gradually expanding the… Continue reading After Fatal Uber Crash, a Self-Driving Start-Up Moves Forward
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The average price of the second-hand vehicle rose by 5.7% in April, to 14,793 euros, according to Coches.net
Posted 10/05/2018 11: 38: 57CET MADRID, May 10 (EUROPA PRESS) – The average price of second-hand vehicle (VO) in Spain stood at 14,793 euros in April, which represents a 5.7% increase compared to the same month of 2017, according to data from Coches.net, which ensures that the cost of these cars has grown in most… Continue reading The average price of the second-hand vehicle rose by 5.7% in April, to 14,793 euros, according to Coches.net
Audi aims to sell 800,000 electrified cars in 2025
German carmaker Audi has announced that it plans to sell approximately 8 lakh electrified cars, including both fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars, in 2025. According to the company’s updated ‘Audi Vorsprung 2025’ strategy, it aims to enable about every third customer to decide in favour of an e-model by the middle of the next… Continue reading Audi aims to sell 800,000 electrified cars in 2025
Uber says its self-driving cars could return in ‘next few months’
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi spoke briefly of what’s been going in the world of Uber’s self-driving cars in light of the fatal accident in Tempe, Arizona in March. At Uber Elevate today in Los Angeles, Khosrowshahi said Uber will bring back its self-driving cars “within the next few months, I don’t know.” To be fair,… Continue reading Uber says its self-driving cars could return in ‘next few months’
UPDATE 1-Ford chairman says ‘fairly large’ changes in store for automaker
* Still ‘big things to do’ – Ford chairman * Restructuring could affect regional operations * Savings may fund technology, restructuring, shareholder returns (Adds context on Ford’s reliance on truck sales, closing share price) By Joseph White DETROIT, May 9 (Reuters) – Ford Motor Co shareholders should expect “fairly large” changes in the coming year,… Continue reading UPDATE 1-Ford chairman says ‘fairly large’ changes in store for automaker
Ford Takes Steps to Ensure Supply Continuity and Availability of Products for Customers Despite Fire at Parts Supplier
Ford Motor Company said it is working to mitigate U.S. production losses after a May 2 fire at a parts supplier Parts shortages resulting from the fire at Meridian Magnesium Products of America’s plant supply issue is currently impacting F-150 production at Ford’s Kansas City Assembly and Dearborn Truck plants. Other plants and products have… Continue reading Ford Takes Steps to Ensure Supply Continuity and Availability of Products for Customers Despite Fire at Parts Supplier
Ford Motor Company to Provide Update on Response to Meridian Magnesium Products of America Fire, Parts Issue
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions.… Continue reading Ford Motor Company to Provide Update on Response to Meridian Magnesium Products of America Fire, Parts Issue
Ford chairman says ‘fairly large’ changes in store for automaker
DETROIT (Reuters) – Ford Motor Co (F.N) shareholders should expect “fairly large” changes in the coming year, Executive Chairman Bill Ford Jr. told Reuters, building on the automaker’s moves to discontinue some North American models and boost electric vehicle investment. FILE PHOTO: Bill Ford, executive chairman of the Ford Motor Company speaks at the Ford… Continue reading Ford chairman says ‘fairly large’ changes in store for automaker
FAURECIA INVESTS IN POWERSPHYR TO ENHANCE ITS TECHNOLOGY OFFERING FOR COCKPIT CONNECTIVITY
Faurecia, one of the world’s leading automotive technology companies, today announced an investment in Powersphyr, a Silicon Valley start-up to accelerate the Group’s solutions for a smart and connected Cockpit of the Future. Powersphyr is a leading provider of innovative wireless charging solutions focused on automotive, consumer, and industrial markets. Their easy-to-use solutions can be… Continue reading FAURECIA INVESTS IN POWERSPHYR TO ENHANCE ITS TECHNOLOGY OFFERING FOR COCKPIT CONNECTIVITY
Lyft’s monthly subscription plan gets a waitlist
Lyft is moving ahead with tests of the All-Access plan, a monthly subscription service for rides through the Lyft platform. In the next couple of hours, a select group of riders will see an option to sign up for a waitlist to be part of Lyft’s next round of All-Access invitations. “Testing our newest All-Access… Continue reading Lyft’s monthly subscription plan gets a waitlist