Buick to Introduce 2021 GL6 MPV with 48V Mild Hybrid Technology and Enhanced Connectivity 2020-11-12 SHANGHAI – Buick announced that it will introduce the 2021 GL6 to strengthen its lineup in China’s midsize MPV segment. It will officially go on sale on November 19. The refreshed family-size GL6 is equipped with a standard 48V mild… Continue reading @GM: Buick to Introduce 2021 GL6 MPV with 48V Mild Hybrid Technology and Enhanced Connectivity
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Volkswagen committed to ‘entry-level’ ID electric models
Volkswagen CEO Ralf Brandstätter says the firm is fully committed to producing a small electric ‘people’s car’, with a target starting price of £17,800, as part of its fast-growing ID range. The German firm is currently rolling out a number of electric-only models on the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, starting with the ID 3 hatch earlier this… Continue reading Volkswagen committed to ‘entry-level’ ID electric models
SAIC Motor, an early adopter of the smart car, sets up US$1 billion fund to invest in internet-linked vehicles with Alibaba
SAIC Motor, China’s largest state-owned carmaker and the Chinese partner of General Motors, has established a private equity fund to finance its forays into developing smart cars with the country’s biggest technology company Alibaba Group Holding. SAIC Motor would invest 5.4 billion yuan to create the 7.2 billion yuan (US$1 billion) fund with Shanghai Zhangjiang… Continue reading SAIC Motor, an early adopter of the smart car, sets up US$1 billion fund to invest in internet-linked vehicles with Alibaba
@VW Group: Volkswagen Group Components delivers essential components for Volkswagen’s ID.4(((ID.4 – power consumption (NEDC) in kWh/100 km: 16.9–16.2; CO₂ emission in g/km: 0; efficiency class: A+.)))
Volkswagen Group Components is the central supplier for the first models of the new Volkswagen ID. family and numerous other Group brand models based on the modular electric drive matrix (MEB). Volkswagen Group Components contributes around 40% of the overall added value of the first fully electric SUV by the Volkswagen brand, the world e-car… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Group Components delivers essential components for Volkswagen’s ID.4(((ID.4 – power consumption (NEDC) in kWh/100 km: 16.9–16.2; CO₂ emission in g/km: 0; efficiency class: A+.)))
@VW Group: Window into the future: Audi is the headline partner of Design Shanghai
Audi is the headline partner of the Design Shanghai trade fair for the first time. At one of the leading design platforms, the automobile maker presents itself with themes for the future. The trade fair takes place from 26 to 29 November 2020 in the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. “For automotive designers,… Continue reading @VW Group: Window into the future: Audi is the headline partner of Design Shanghai
A leaked copy of Uber’s employee handbook reveals how the ride-hailing giant has grown up since Travis Kalanick joked about not being able to sleep with employees (UBER)
Business Insider obtained a copy of Uber’s employee handbook. The document illustrates the differences between the tones that CEO Dara Khosrowshahi and his predecessor, Travis Kalanick, set for the company’s culture. Are you a current or former Uber employee? Do you have an opinion about what it’s like to work there? Contact this reporter at mmatousek@businessinsider.com,… Continue reading A leaked copy of Uber’s employee handbook reveals how the ride-hailing giant has grown up since Travis Kalanick joked about not being able to sleep with employees (UBER)
Marelli to open production facility for electric vehicle drivetrains in Cologne, Germany
“With the new production facility, we are expanding our manufacturing footprint and capacities for this important growth market,” said Joachim Fetzer, CEO of Marelli’s Electric Powertrain business. “We have chosen Cologne for its location in the heart of Europe, as we find highly skilled employees with experience in the auto industry here and as the… Continue reading Marelli to open production facility for electric vehicle drivetrains in Cologne, Germany
Plug Power Raises Approx. $1 Billion Equity Funding
Plug Power, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG), a Latham, N.Y.-based provider of hydrogen engines and fueling solutions enabling e-mobility, completed an approximately $1 billion equity funding. This brought total cash post-closing balance to $1.7 billion. The capital raise positions the company to execute and accelerate on its green hydrogen strategy as well as other strategic growth initiatives. Led… Continue reading Plug Power Raises Approx. $1 Billion Equity Funding
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia to deliver connected vehicles with support from Intelematics
From late 2020, select new Toyota vehicles will come fitted with connected-car capabilities thanks to a long-term partnership between leading mobility company, Toyota Motor Corporation Australia (TMCA) and Australian technology company, Intelematics. Intelematics’ ASURE product suite will support Toyota’s Connected Safety and Security offering, including Automatic Collision Notification (ACN), SOS Emergency call (SOS) and Stolen Vehicle Tracking (SVT).… Continue reading Toyota Motor Corporation Australia to deliver connected vehicles with support from Intelematics