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

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

@FCA: Stellantis and Foxconn to Announce Strategic Partnership

Invitation to a press conference call and webcast Stellantis and Foxconn to Announce Strategic Partnership Amsterdam, Taipei, May 17, 2021 – Stellantis N.V. (NYSE / MTA / Euronext Paris: STLA) (“Stellantis”) and Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd., (“Foxconn”) (TPE: 2317), together with its subsidiary FIH Mobile Ltd., (“FIH”) (HKG:2038), will announce a new strategic… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis and Foxconn to Announce Strategic Partnership

Autonomous Taxi Goes Rogue, Escapes From Rescue Crew

“Oh no. Now it’s blocking the entire road.” Robot Uprising Begins A self-driving taxi got stuck in traffic in Chandler, Arizona — and when a tech support team showed up to free it, the car drove away and blocked a three-lane road.  Joel Johnson was riding in an autonomous minivan from Waymo, a self-driving vehicle… Continue reading Autonomous Taxi Goes Rogue, Escapes From Rescue Crew

Uber and Lyft investors predict bumpy roads ahead for the ride-hailing giants (UBER, LYFT)

Uber and Lyft reported strong results in their most recent earnings, but their stocks continue to slide. Investors say they’re worried about driver shortages and potential regulation, among other issues. Analysts say it will take some time for the companies to overcome headwinds.  See more stories on Insider’s business page. Uber and Lyft both made… Continue reading Uber and Lyft investors predict bumpy roads ahead for the ride-hailing giants (UBER, LYFT)

Waymo had to rescue an autonomous van that was confused by safety cones

Programming a computer to understand and navigate roads designed for human drivers is hard. Just ask Elon Musk. Rarely, however, do we get to see just how many things can go wrong when an autonomous vehicle encounters a situation it doesn’t know how to tackle. A 35-minute video from Joel Johnson (via Autoblog), a YouTuber… Continue reading Waymo had to rescue an autonomous van that was confused by safety cones