Mercedes-Benz boss Ola Källenius Sales should now be well above the previous year’s level instead of just slightly, EBIT should increase slightly instead of stagnating. (Photo: dpa) Mercedes-Benz increased profits in the second quarter despite falling sales of its car division. From April to June, the operating result rose by six percent compared to the… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Car manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz increases sales and profits – although the car manufacturer is selling fewer cars004856
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Cleantechnica: Diess To Tesla Speculation Heats Up 002132
The operative word in the title to this story is “speculation.” When we reported last week that Herbert Diess had been fired as CEO of Volkswagen Group and given 30 days to clear out his office, we couldn’t help but wonder if he might receive a warm embrace from Elon Musk and Tesla. Now, the… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Diess To Tesla Speculation Heats Up 002132
No NFTs in Minecraft? This Crypto Group Will Make Its Own Game
On June 20, Microsoft-owned Mojang announced that NFTs and blockchain technology would no longer be allowed to “integrate” with Minecraft. That was bad news for NFT Worlds, which has spent months building an entire crypto-economy on top of a collection of the randomized seeds needed to make specific Minecraft maps. Now, the team behind NFT… Continue reading No NFTs in Minecraft? This Crypto Group Will Make Its Own Game
BMW targets 40% emissions cut by 2030
BMW is accelerating its push towards net zero carbon and sustainable manufacture with a pledge to reduce per-vehicle CO2 emissions by 40% by 2030, when measured across the “entire value chain”. “Sustainability means much more for BMW than merely building and selling electrically powered vehicles,” said Thomas Becker, head of sustainability and mobility. “Only a comprehensive… Continue reading BMW targets 40% emissions cut by 2030
Cruise hopes ramping its robotaxi service will U-turn its cash burn
Cruise, the General Motors subsidiary dedicated to commercializing autonomous vehicles, saw a jump in expenses during the second quarter as the company launched its first commercial robotaxi service in San Francisco. Cruise’s expenses hit around $550 million compared to $332 million during the same quarter of last year. Operating losses in the second quarter topped… Continue reading Cruise hopes ramping its robotaxi service will U-turn its cash burn
@GM: General Motors and Livent Enter Long-Term Lithium Hydroxide Supply Agreement July 26, 2022
Livent’s battery-grade lithium hydroxide, made primarily from lithium extracted at its brine-based operations in South America, to be used in production of GM’s electric vehicles 100% of Livent’s downstream lithium hydroxide processing for GM to transition to North America over the course of the agreement Both companies prioritize commitment to responsible operations and sustainable supply… Continue reading @GM: General Motors and Livent Enter Long-Term Lithium Hydroxide Supply Agreement July 26, 2022
Zoox robotaxi with supercar DNA rolls toward SF, Vegas, Seattle streets
The Zoox robotaxi has more in common with a supercar than you think. Look past the Zoox’s breadbox-shaped exterior and inside is the same carbon fiber cabin that can be found in a McLaren. “Yes, we know that supplier very well,” Andy Piper, Zoox’s VP of vehicle development, told TechCrunch, when it’s pointed out that… Continue reading Zoox robotaxi with supercar DNA rolls toward SF, Vegas, Seattle streets
Uber starts sending notifications about how to open Tesla doors as it expands its EV rides
Uber is expanding its electric vehicle rides through its new “Comfort Electric” option to more cities, and since most of its electric rides come from Tesla vehicles, the ride-hailing company has started sending notifications about how to open Tesla door handles, which can be confusing for first-time riders. Last year, Hertz announced an important effort… Continue reading Uber starts sending notifications about how to open Tesla doors as it expands its EV rides
GM’s 2Q profits down 40% amid supply challenges, reaffirms full-year guidance
General Motors Co.’s second-quarter profits dropped roughly 40% year-over-year amid nagging supply-chain disruptions, even as the Detroit automaker forecast production improvements in the second half of the year and maintained its full-year earnings guidance. GM on Tuesday reported $1.7 billion in net income for the April-June period, down from $2.8 billion in the same period last… Continue reading GM’s 2Q profits down 40% amid supply challenges, reaffirms full-year guidance
Uber doesn’t have to provide wheelchair-accessible vehicles in every city, judge rules
Uber’s decision to not offer wheelchair-accessible service in every US market does not violate the federal law prohibiting discrimination against disabled individuals, a federal judge ruled this week. The ruling represents a win for the ride-hailing service, which has been criticized by disability advocates for providing only limited wheelchair-accessible service in a handful of cities.… Continue reading Uber doesn’t have to provide wheelchair-accessible vehicles in every city, judge rules