Provizio, an Ireland-based Accident Prevention Technology company, raised 6.2m in funding. Backers included Bobby Hambrick, the founder of Autonomous Stuff and the founders of Movidius (the Intel acquired leader in mobile vision processor chip design) along with the European Innovation Council (EIC) and ACT Venture Capital, Involved in Provizio also are Dr. Scott Thayer and… Continue reading Provizio Raises $6.2M in Funding
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@Daimler: Daimler Sustainability Dialogue 2020: Exchange on sustainability also in challenging times
More than 200 participants discuss topics such as climate action, data responsibility and respect of human rights as important components of sustainable mobility Sustainability in times of Covid-19 as another focus of the 13th edition of the Daimler Sustainability Dialogue Event digital for the first time this year with publicly accessible sustainability marketplace Stuttgart –… Continue reading @Daimler: Daimler Sustainability Dialogue 2020: Exchange on sustainability also in challenging times
GM Delivers Income of $4.0 Billion and EBIT-adj. of $5.3 Billion
DETROIT, Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today reported third-quarter earnings driven by its agility, and strong and growing franchises. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the company continued to invest in its electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle growth initiatives, launched an all-new portfolio of full-size Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac sport utility vehicles, and… Continue reading GM Delivers Income of $4.0 Billion and EBIT-adj. of $5.3 Billion
Ajay Kapur: ‘Indian OEMs have a huge opportunity to scale up their use of aluminium, which comes with its ‘green’ benefits.’
How much does aluminium comprise in the overall weight of a typical passenger vehicle — a midsized sedan or an SUV?Globally, transportation accounts for the largest share of aluminium consumption at 27 percent. Although the demand for aluminium in automobiles has always been there, it surged after the oil crisis of 1970s. Obsessed with fuel… Continue reading Ajay Kapur: ‘Indian OEMs have a huge opportunity to scale up their use of aluminium, which comes with its ‘green’ benefits.’
@Renault: THE TORNADO PROJECT: AUTONOMOUS MOBILITY SERVICES…000128
Boulogne-Billancourt, 5 November 2020 – Autonomous mobility is not exclusive to large cities.Experiments around autonomous vehicles must consider the specificities of less populated areas, where transport solutions are often scarcer, and the challenges specific to rural areas are numerous. The objective of the TORNADO research project, which was completed today, was to identify the communication infrastructure… Continue reading @Renault: THE TORNADO PROJECT: AUTONOMOUS MOBILITY SERVICES…000128
@GM: GM Names Paul Jacobson Executive Vice President and CFO
GM Names Paul Jacobson Executive Vice President and CFO Former Delta Air Lines, Inc. CFO will help GM rapidly build scale in vehicle electrification and autonomous technologies 2020-10-30 DETROIT — General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) announced today that Paul Jacobson has joined the company as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Dec. 1.… Continue reading @GM: GM Names Paul Jacobson Executive Vice President and CFO
Wireless charging provider WiTricity raises $34 million in venture capital
Wireless power transfer specialist WiTricity has closed a $34-million investment round. Stage 1 Ventures led the round, and investors included Air Waves Wireless Electricity and Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas). The infusion of capital will enable WiTricity to continue its wireless power platform development and expand its intellectual property portfolio. WiTricity is actively engaged with key standards… Continue reading Wireless charging provider WiTricity raises $34 million in venture capital
California Voters Side with Uber, Lyft in Battle over Gig Worker Labor Laws
Experts warn it could set an expectation that large companies can circumvent the government when legislation is passed that goes against their interests. Photo via Todd Lappin/Flickr. Millions of California voted to pass Proposition 22, classifying app-based drivers as gig workers, not employees. Backed by Uber, Lyft, and food delivery apps such as Postmates, Prop 22 exempts… Continue reading California Voters Side with Uber, Lyft in Battle over Gig Worker Labor Laws
Valmet Automotive expands production capacity of battery packs in Salo
Valmet Automotive is extending the battery plant in Salo, Finland after less than 12 months of operation to meet the needs of increased production volumes of battery packs. The extension will increase the production capacity of battery packs and double the number of employees in the next few years. The construction work has already started and will… Continue reading Valmet Automotive expands production capacity of battery packs in Salo
@Ford: Ford Motor Company Issues Safety Recall for Select 2013-17 Ford Explorer Vehicles
About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) 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; mobility solutions,… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Motor Company Issues Safety Recall for Select 2013-17 Ford Explorer Vehicles