Jerry Services, Inc., a Palo Alto, CA-based car insurance platform that provides customized quotes from more than 45 insurance carriers quickly, raised $28m in Series B funding. The round, which brought $57M in total funding, was led by Goodwater Capital with participation from Jay Vijayan, CEO of Tekion; Jon McNeill, CEO of DVx Ventures (former president of… Continue reading Jerry Raises $28M in Series B Funding
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Tesla’s Full Self-Driving package claims are under DMV review for misleading advertising
The California DMV is reviewing Tesla’s claims regarding the Full Self-Driving package for potential misleading advertising, according to a new report. The report in question is coming from the Los Angeles Times‘ Russ Mitchell, who is a known Tesla detractor, but he is apparently directly quoting the California DMV in this case: Tesla is “under… Continue reading Tesla’s Full Self-Driving package claims are under DMV review for misleading advertising
Tesla ‘under review’ by California DMV over whether it misleads consumers with ‘full self-driving’ claims (TSLA)
California’s DMV is probing whether Tesla’s “self-driving” claims broke state law, the LA Times first reported. Tesla calls its $10,000 driver-assistance software “full self-driving” — it is not. Amid a number of Tesla crashes, the technology is coming under increasing scrutiny. See more stories on Insider’s business page. The California Department of Motor Vehicles is… Continue reading Tesla ‘under review’ by California DMV over whether it misleads consumers with ‘full self-driving’ claims (TSLA)
Volvo expands partnership with Nvidia for self-driving tech
Volvo has confirmed it will use technology company Nvidia’s new Drive Orin processor to power its upcoming self-driving technology. The system will first appear on the next-generation XC90 next year, being the first Volvo to offer an advanced “eyes off” autonomous driving mode. Nvidia’s Drive Orin chip has been designed specifically to meet the processing… Continue reading Volvo expands partnership with Nvidia for self-driving tech
Daimler CEO: ‘We need an honest conversation” about EVs and jobs
If the European Union wants to push a faster shift to zero-emissions cars then Daimler AG (DAIGn.DE) is ready, but there needs to be an open debate on the impact electrification will have on auto jobs, the carmaker’s top executive said on Tuesday. “It’s an ambition that we say yes to,” Chief Executive Ola Källenius… Continue reading Daimler CEO: ‘We need an honest conversation” about EVs and jobs
@Groupe PSA: PR Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN: Plug-In Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Offers Zero Emissions and Quick Refuelling001755
No compromises: Up to 6.1 m3 cargo volume, 3-minute refuelling, 400 km range, Vivaro-e basis: Fuel cell system in engine bay, hydrogen tanks replace battery Smart design: Plug-in fuel cell concept benefits packaging, performance and durability Made in Germany: Vivaro-e HYDROGEN will be assembled in Rüsselsheim Rüsselsheim. Opel today unveiled a new electrically powered light commercial… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN: Plug-In Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Offers Zero Emissions and Quick Refuelling001755
FIA Foundation: Governments must commit to Streets for Life with 30 km/h urban streets for livable cities, say global agencies, NGOs
LONDON, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Governments urgently need to limit speeds to 30 km/h (20 mph) on streets where people walk, live and play, says a new call to action from leading global agencies, NGOs and policymakers as part of COVID-19 response and recovery during the Streets For Life campaign for UN Global Road… Continue reading FIA Foundation: Governments must commit to Streets for Life with 30 km/h urban streets for livable cities, say global agencies, NGOs
AI-powered Jerry raises $28M to help you save money on car insurance
When Art Agrawal was growing up in India, a car ride was a rare treat, and car ownership was a dream. When he moved to the U.S. and bought his first car, he was shocked by how much it cost and how difficult it was to maintain a car. In 2012, he co-founded a company… Continue reading AI-powered Jerry raises $28M to help you save money on car insurance
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Indonesia’s Gojek and Tokopedia announce merger to form GoTo
Gojek and Tokopedia, Indonesia’s two most valuable tech companies, on Monday announced they are merging their businesses in what is the country’s largest-ever business deal. GoTo Group, the combined entity, will offer everything from e-commerce to on-demand services, such as ride-hailing and food delivery, and financial services. The transaction, which follows months of negotiations and… Continue reading Indonesia’s Gojek and Tokopedia announce merger to form GoTo