Spring is fully upon us, which means the calendar is starting to fill up with high-profile tech events. And the latest addition? Microsoft confirmed today that its online-only Build developer conference will run between May 25th and May 27th, though there’s still no word on when registration will open. (If last year is any indication,… Continue reading Microsoft’s online-only Build conference starts on May 25th
Tag: Strategy
@Toyota: Paving the Way for an Electrified Future
One of the questions I’m frequently asked is, “When will electric vehicles become mainstream?” to which I reply, “They already are.” The electrification of automobiles is arguably the greatest force transforming our industry. Appearing as early as the 1800’s, electricity has served us increasingly well across the automotive spectrum, giving rise to continuous advances in… Continue reading @Toyota: Paving the Way for an Electrified Future
Philippines explores joining TPP to expand free trade network
MANILA — The Philippines has formally expressed interest in joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership, with the goal of building new relationships with countries outside its existing bilateral free trade agreements. Ramon Lopez, secretary of trade and industry, sent a signed letter of intent to New Zealand, the depositary nation of the trade bloc, formally the Comprehensive… Continue reading Philippines explores joining TPP to expand free trade network
The Free Software Foundation’s leadership crisis worsens
According to some defenders of the Free Software Foundation (FSF) board’s decision to put founder Richard M. Stallman (RMS) back on its board, the people demanding that RMS be removed are an ambush mob of open-source and corporate outsiders and social justice warriors. Those arguments don’t stand up well in the cold light of facts… Continue reading The Free Software Foundation’s leadership crisis worsens
Biden aims to juice EV sales, but would his plan work?
David Kirsch, a professor of strategy and entrepreneurship at the University of Maryland, said the Biden plan isn’t really a tipping point that will turn consumers from combustion to electric vehicles. DETROIT: Dangling tax credits and rebates in his drive to fight climate change, President Joe Biden wants you to trade your gas-burning car, truck… Continue reading Biden aims to juice EV sales, but would his plan work?
Tata Motors completes transfer of defence biz to TASL for consideration of Rs 227.7 cr
Tata Motors has partnered the Indian defence establishment in various strategic programmess such as MRSAM, Aakash, Agni, BrahMos, etc. Tata Motors on Thursday said it has completed the transfer of its defence business with effect from April 1 to Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) for an upfront consideration of Rs 227.7 crore. The transfer has… Continue reading Tata Motors completes transfer of defence biz to TASL for consideration of Rs 227.7 cr
@GM: GM’s First Quarter U.S. Retail Sales Grow 19 Percent April 1, 2021
GM’s First Quarter U.S. Retail Sales Grow 19 Percent GMC and Chevrolet continue to dominate full-size SUV segment Cadillac and Buick retail deliveries both increased by 43 percent Chevrolet’s all-electric Bolt EV delivered its best first-quarter sales ever Sales to small businesses were up 27 percent in the quarter GM sets first-quarter record with average… Continue reading @GM: GM’s First Quarter U.S. Retail Sales Grow 19 Percent April 1, 2021
Ford CEO Jim Farley received $11.8 million in compensation in 2020
Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley received $11.8 million in total compensation in 2020, the automaker reported in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing Thursday. That’s pro-rated to include the time he spent as president of new business, technology and strategy through the end of February, COO through the end of September, and as CEO beginning in October, when he took over… Continue reading Ford CEO Jim Farley received $11.8 million in compensation in 2020
@VW Group: ExxonMobil and Porsche test lower-carbon fuel in race conditions002782
03/30/2021 ExxonMobil and Porsche are testing advanced biofuels and renewable, lower-carbon eFuels as part of a new agreement to find pathways toward potential future consumer adoption. The first iteration of Esso Renewable Racing Fuel is a blend of primarily advanced biofuels and is specially formulated by ExxonMobil’s in-house team of scientists and engineers. With analysis… Continue reading @VW Group: ExxonMobil and Porsche test lower-carbon fuel in race conditions002782
@Toyota: Toyota Motor Credit Corporation Celebrates First Year of Mazda Financial Services Private Label Business
Company attributes success to client-centric focus and dedication to meeting dealer needs PLANO, Texas (April 1, 2021) – In April 2020, Toyota Motor Credit Corporation (TMCC) launched a private label financial services business commencing with the provision of services to Mazda North American Operations (MNAO), and marketed under the brand Mazda Financial Services (MFS) to… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Motor Credit Corporation Celebrates First Year of Mazda Financial Services Private Label Business