When Rachael Kasper started shopping for a new car in August, she had her heart set on a Ford Escape plug-in hybrid. The problem was that Ford hasn’t made many of them this year because of a computer chip shortage that has slowed auto production around the world. Ms. Kasper first came up empty in… Continue reading Supply Chain Problems Mean Buying a Car Sometimes Takes a Plane Ride
Tag: Mobility
Hyundai Motor Presents Vision of Unlimited Mobility Enabled by Robotics and Metaverse at CES 2022
At CES 2022, Hyundai Motor will communicate how the company’s robotics business will drive the paradigm shift towards future mobility, going beyond the traditional means of transportation and fulfilling mankind’s aspiration for unlimited freedom of movement. Under the main theme of ‘Expanding Human Reach’, Hyundai Motor will share its vision of how robotics will complete… Continue reading Hyundai Motor Presents Vision of Unlimited Mobility Enabled by Robotics and Metaverse at CES 2022
Some Stellantis plants to run during holiday break, others idle in Jan.
Demand for some of Stellantis NV’s vehicles will have plants in Michigan, Ohio and Mexico running for a few days during the typical holiday break next week, while a lack of demand for other vehicles will leave some plants idling for much of January. A pandemic-induced global microchip shortage this year has helped production of all… Continue reading Some Stellantis plants to run during holiday break, others idle in Jan.
Worldwide Urban Mobility Industry to 2026 – Development of Energy-Efficient Modes Such as Solar Powered Buses Presents Opportunities
DUBLIN, Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The “Urban Mobility Market Research Report by Mode (Aerial, On-ground, and Underwater), by Type (Autonomous Vehicle and Non-Autonomous Vehicle), by Region (Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, Middle East & Africa) – Global Forecast to 2026 – Cumulative Impact of COVID-19″ report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Global Urban… Continue reading Worldwide Urban Mobility Industry to 2026 – Development of Energy-Efficient Modes Such as Solar Powered Buses Presents Opportunities
Husband-and-wife team worth $586 million after map startup’s IPO
Earlier this month, the company reported it had received bids for more than 150 times the number of shares on offer in its initial public offering. Apple Inc. and Amazon.com Inc. are among those that have purchased the company’s software. More than two decades ago, when Rakesh and Rashmi Verma decided to create digital maps… Continue reading Husband-and-wife team worth $586 million after map startup’s IPO
Enel, Eni join forces on electric car charging in Italy
Enel, which has more than 13,000 EV charging points, is keen to speed up the development of its e-mobility business MILAN: Energy groups Enel and Eni have reached an agreement to allow electric car drivers to recharge vehicles using the two companies’ infrastructure networks across Italy. Enel’s energy e-service unit Enel X and Eni’s Be… Continue reading Enel, Eni join forces on electric car charging in Italy
“Netflix for Cars” – a Primer on Car Subscription Services
Clear differentiators between car rentals, car subscriptions, and car sharing are disappearing. We previously explored the opportunity for car rental companies to make a small pivot to embrace carsharing; in the article below we explore the current state and opportunities in the growing market of car subscription services. The Current State of the Car Subscription… Continue reading “Netflix for Cars” – a Primer on Car Subscription Services
Fisker (FSR), Bridgestone Team Up for EV After-Sales Services
Fisker Inc. FSR recently announced that it has entered into an agreement with Bridgestone for comprehensive after-sales and related maintenance solutions in France and Germany. Bridgestone is a global leader in tires and rubber, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions. The company offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tires and advanced solutions backed by… Continue reading Fisker (FSR), Bridgestone Team Up for EV After-Sales Services
Quality and trust-focused Turkish automotive industry, “the most ideal partner” for United Kingdom
Hosting some of the production for well-known international automotive brands, including Ford, Mercedes, MAN, Hyundai, Toyota, Fiat and Renault, Turkey is also recognized for manufacturing commercial vehicles. It is one of the most prolific bus manufacturers in the world and ranks number one in Europe. Bus brands manufactured here include MAN and Mercedes-Benz, in addition to world-recognized Turkish brands, such as Karsan. Since 2000, OEMs have invested over 15… Continue reading Quality and trust-focused Turkish automotive industry, “the most ideal partner” for United Kingdom
Panasonic to Add Campus in Reno as Electric Vehicle Market Revs Up
SPARKS, Nev., Dec. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA), a Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, today announced plans to expand in Northern Nevada with a new campus in Reno that is anticipated to open spring 2022. The 94,483 sq. ft. existing building at 645 East Plumb Lane managed by… Continue reading Panasonic to Add Campus in Reno as Electric Vehicle Market Revs Up