Tag: Mobility

DoorDash files to go public

After filing earlier this year, DoorDash dropped its public S-1 filing this morning, bringing clarity to its numbers and moving it closer to a public debut that should happen before the end of the year. The company is one of several startups that we expect to see IPOs from before the year ends, despite some… Continue reading DoorDash files to go public

HYZON Motors Signs Agreement for BayoTech to Provide Hydrogen Infrastructure Development

HONEOYE FALLS, N.Y., Nov. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hydrogen fuel cell mobility and clean energy company HYZON Motors Inc has signed a collaborative agreement with BayoTech, a global leader in on-site hydrogen production, for supply of low-cost, low-/zero-carbon hydrogen to accelerate the development of hydrogen fueling infrastructure for HYZON’s customers. Under the agreement, BayoTech will… Continue reading HYZON Motors Signs Agreement for BayoTech to Provide Hydrogen Infrastructure Development

Europa Press: Porsche opens in Madrid a charging station with six 350 kW turbochargers000901

MADRID, Nov. 13 (EUROPA PRESS) – The high-end car company has inaugurated at its Porsche Madrid North Center, together with its headquarters in the capital, an electric vehicle charging station, with a total of 2,100 kilowatts (kW) distributed in six turbochargers of 350 kW each . Together with the general director of Porsche Ibérica, Tomás… Continue reading Europa Press: Porsche opens in Madrid a charging station with six 350 kW turbochargers000901

@VW Group: Volkswagen Group raises investments in future technologies to EUR 73 billion

The Volkswagen Group is pressing ahead with its transformation into a digital mobility company. As decided in Planning Round 69, the Group will spend around EUR 73 billion on electrification, hybrid powertrains and digital technology over the next five years. This was announced following today’s Supervisory Board meeting. Investments in Capex and R&D for future… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Group raises investments in future technologies to EUR 73 billion

DoorDash files for IPO and hints at driverless future

Food delivery platform DoorDash filed its widely anticipated IPO with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Friday, and plans to take the company public early next month. The company’s revenue soared in 2020 and it briefly showed a profit, as restaurants closed to in-person dining due to the pandemic, and relied on delivery services. DoorDash… Continue reading DoorDash files for IPO and hints at driverless future

Velodyne targets sub-$500 price point for self-driving car sensor

By Stephen Nellis 2 Min Read (Reuters) – Velodyne Lidar Inc VLDR.O said on Friday it would introduce a new lidar unit, a key sensor in self-driving cars, with a target price point of less than $500 and no moving parts. Velodyne became a public company in September and is one of the several companies… Continue reading Velodyne targets sub-$500 price point for self-driving car sensor

@Honda: HONDA RECEIVES TYPE DESIGNATION FOR LEVEL 3 AUTOMATED DRIVING

Honda has been awarded type designation for Level 3 automated driving technology in production vehicles in Japan First automotive manufacturer to receive approval Honda Legend, due to be launched in Japan by Spring next year, will be the first car with new ‘Traffic Jam Pilot’ technology Achievement highlights Honda’s dedication to occupant safety and a… Continue reading @Honda: HONDA RECEIVES TYPE DESIGNATION FOR LEVEL 3 AUTOMATED DRIVING

Waymo throws shade at Tesla and Elon Musk over self-driving comments

Waymo is throwing shade at Tesla and Elon Musk over comments that the latter has made about the usefulness of the former’s self-driving technology. There are dozens of high-profile companies working on solving self-driving and just as many different approaches, but there are two main differences: those who rely mainly if not entirely on computer… Continue reading Waymo throws shade at Tesla and Elon Musk over self-driving comments

Building a safer mobility future

I’m thrilled to join Waymo as Chief Safety Officer, where safety is at the heart of the mission to expand access to mobility and save lives. Over the last 20 years, I’ve designed, tested, and deployed complex systems, and most recently served as Vice President of Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance for Virgin Orbit. Prior… Continue reading Building a safer mobility future