Renault MOBILITY provides a car-sharing vehicle service to IKEA France

Renault MOBILITY and IKEA France have signed a partnership to offer consumers an innovative car rental solution 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Having set themselves the goal of offering 100% electric vehicles to the company’s consumers and customers by 2020, IKEA France and Renault are continuing to roll out new adapted, functional… Continue reading Renault MOBILITY provides a car-sharing vehicle service to IKEA France

Auto China 2018 / Press Kit

Contents I.  Valeo at the 2018 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China) II.  China and Valeo, leading the way in the electrification revolution III. Breathing easily in the car, a crucial concern in China – and elsewhere IV. Seeing, perceiving and understanding, the first decisive stages of autonomous driving V.  Innovation, at the heart of… Continue reading Auto China 2018 / Press Kit

Grab’s acquisition of Uber Southeast Asia drives into problems

The long-rumored Grab acquisition of Uber’s Southeast Asia business may be official now, but it’s far from complete. In fact, what should be a celebratory coming-of-age moment for the Southeast Asian local champion is threatening to become nightmarish thanks to persistent regulators, panicky Uber staff and reluctant drivers who are supposed to switch to Grab… Continue reading Grab’s acquisition of Uber Southeast Asia drives into problems

Statements BMW Group Press Conference Beijing Auto Show 2018

Jochen Goller President and CEO of BMW Group Region China Ladies and Gentlemen, Welcome to the BMW Group! Today, you will witness real fireworks of new, stunning models and concept vehicles. With this, we are further accelerating our business in China – demonstrating BMW’s strong commitment to our largest market worldwide. I am now delighted… Continue reading Statements BMW Group Press Conference Beijing Auto Show 2018

Nissan unleashes new electric-vehicle era at Auto China 2018

New models and technologies on display will demonstrate Nissan’s advanced electrification strategy BEIJING – Nissan is bringing three zero-emission vehicles to Auto China 2018 that embody its Nissan Intelligent Mobility vision – including the company’s first electric vehicle made in China for Chinese customers. “As part of our effort to ensure sustainable growth in China,… Continue reading Nissan unleashes new electric-vehicle era at Auto China 2018

Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission electric car debuts at Auto China 2018

BEIJING – Nissan today unveiled the Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission, Nissan’s first electric car made in China for Chinese consumers, at Auto China 2018. The new model offers the exciting performance of a 100% electric powertrain. Its advanced technologies and spacious cabin offer convenience and comfort. Drivers will be able to enjoy an extended drive… Continue reading Nissan Sylphy Zero Emission electric car debuts at Auto China 2018

Savari Raises $12M To Connect Cars To Stoplights, Phones, Each Other

Savari, whose technology is designed to create a shared communications web among cars, personal devices, and roadway signals, announced today it has raised $12 million in a Series B fundraising round. Santa Clara, CA-based Savari makes V2X technology—that is, software and hardware sensor units designed to connect vehicles to everything that moves, so they can… Continue reading Savari Raises $12M To Connect Cars To Stoplights, Phones, Each Other

Ultra-high voltage: The Audi e-tron prototype in a Faraday cage

The production version of the Audi e-tron prototype heralds the dawn of a new era for the brand with the four rings: The company is transforming from a classic carmaker to a systems supplier for mobility offering its customers tailored solutions for charging, whether at home or on the move. The production version of the… Continue reading Ultra-high voltage: The Audi e-tron prototype in a Faraday cage

Voyage open-sources autonomous driving safety practices

Voyage, the self-driving car spinout from Udacity, is open-sourcing its approach to autonomous driving safety. This comes at a time when autonomous driving programs are under intense scrutiny following two fatal crashes — one involving Tesla’s Autopilot and the other one involving one of Uber’s self-driving cars in Tempe, Arizona. Meanwhile, Voyage has already successfully deployed… Continue reading Voyage open-sources autonomous driving safety practices

Groupe PSA: Shareholders’ Meeting of 24 April 2018

RUEIL MALMAISON, France–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Regulatory News: Groupe PSA (Paris:UG) : The Annual Shareholders’ Meeting of Peugeot S.A. was held on 24 April 2018, under the Chairmanship of Mr Louis Gallois. The Shareholders’ Meeting adopted all the resolutions proposed by the Supervisory Board and the Managing Board, particularly the proposal to pay a dividend in an amount… Continue reading Groupe PSA: Shareholders’ Meeting of 24 April 2018