PSA shows (strong) ambitions in the electric

For PSA, the future will be electric. Strong results in 2017, The Lion brand announced Wednesday that it would propose by 2025 an electric version of its entire range of vehicles, to continue to position itself in a buoyant segment. Speaking at the Automotive News World Congress in Detroit, Carlos Tavares assured that by 2025… Continue reading PSA shows (strong) ambitions in the electric

Car Entertainment: Carplay in the BMW just to get a subscription

CarPlay is only available for a monthly fee (Image: BMW) BMW demands for the Carplay supportthat customers buy a navigation system and complete a paid subscription to use Apple’s mobile interface. Carplay displays important information of selected iOS apps on the internal vehicle display. In addition, motorists can use Siri to call someone, listen to… Continue reading Car Entertainment: Carplay in the BMW just to get a subscription

France’s PSA Group to offer 40 electric vehicles by 2025

CLOSE Lamborghini unveils the 2019 Lamborghini Urus SUV at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit in Detroit, Monday, Jan. 15, 2018. Junfu Han, Detroit Free Press PSA Peugeot Citroen Chief Executive Carlos Tavares arrives to deliver his speech during the presentation of the company’s 2016 full year results, in Paris, Thursday, Feb.23, 2017. (Photo: Christophe… Continue reading France’s PSA Group to offer 40 electric vehicles by 2025

BMW Ranks First, Subaru Rated Worst in Survey by Climate Lobby

As automakers pour billions of dollars into preparing for electric vehicles and stricter emission controls, among other changes in the industry, an environmental lobby has handed out progress reports. The Carbon Disclosure Project ranked responses from 16 manufacturers on three main issues: Progress towards meeting emissions standards Strategies on using self-driving technology and renewable energies Management incentives… Continue reading BMW Ranks First, Subaru Rated Worst in Survey by Climate Lobby

UPDATE 2-Peugeot CEO outlines ambitious plan to re-enter U.S., go electric

DETROIT (Reuters) – Peugeot SA (PEUP.PA) Chief Executive Carlos Tavares said on Wednesday the French automaker is using the know-how of former Opel engineers acquired from General Motors Co (GM.N) to develop vehicles to re-enter the U.S. market, and said Peugeot will offer electrification as an option on all its vehicles by 2025. Tavares used… Continue reading UPDATE 2-Peugeot CEO outlines ambitious plan to re-enter U.S., go electric

UPDATE 1-Peugeot CEO: All PSA vehicles will electrified by 2025

DETROIT (Reuters) – Peugeot SA Chief Executive Carlos Tavares said on Wednesday that by 2025 “the PSA Group will be 100 percent electrified,” and said the French automaker will use the know-how of former Opel engineers acquired from General Motors Co (GM.N) to design vehicles for the U.S. market that would compete in GM’s home… Continue reading UPDATE 1-Peugeot CEO: All PSA vehicles will electrified by 2025

How Chariot, in Concert with Chase and Smart Columbus, Is Working to Reduce Congestion in Central…

How Chariot, in Concert with Chase and Smart Columbus, Is Working to Reduce Congestion in Central Ohio By Dan Grossman, Ford Smart Mobility vice president, Global Microtransit Services No two cities are exactly the same. That holds true whether you’re discussing the local food scene or homegrown musical talent, and it’s equally true when it comes… Continue reading How Chariot, in Concert with Chase and Smart Columbus, Is Working to Reduce Congestion in Central…

Chariot expands to Columbus, Ohio with JPMorgan Chase commuter shuttle

Ford’s Chariot shared commuter shuttle service is expanding to its latest new market: Columbus, Ohio. The Columbus launch is in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, and initial service in the area will be specifically a shuttle for the company’s 400 Corporate Center employees located within the city. Chariot will operate daily shuttles for these employees staring… Continue reading Chariot expands to Columbus, Ohio with JPMorgan Chase commuter shuttle

Abrams Carsharing Advisors Rebrands as Abrams Mobility Advisors – News

Abrams Consulting Group, Inc. (“ACG”) announced that it will rebrand Abrams Carsharing Advisors (“ACA”) to Abrams Mobility Advisors on the automotive branch’s 10th anniversary. The decision reflects the evolution of automotive transportation beyond carsharing to include mobility alternatives, says Neil Abrams, president and founder of ACG. Logo courtesy of Abrams Consulting Group, Inc. “When Abrams… Continue reading Abrams Carsharing Advisors Rebrands as Abrams Mobility Advisors – News

GM sees 2018 profits roughly equal to 2017 with slightly lower U.S. market

General Motors Chairman and CEO Mary Barra told analysts Tuesday GM expects to exceed its 2017 profitability in North America and China. (Photo: Steve Fecht for General Motors) General Motors expects its 2018 profit to be in line with earnings from 2017, details of which it will report Feb. 6. But the automaker  will not… Continue reading GM sees 2018 profits roughly equal to 2017 with slightly lower U.S. market