@Geely: Geely Presents Vision Starburst

Geely Auto presents a future design vision derived from its “Expanding Cosmos” philosophy Vision Starburst pushes the boundaries of technology and innovation into a new digital age Vision Starburst showcases new and alternative design expression for Geely Auto Focuses on the future of human-vehicle interaction 8 June 2021, Shanghai, China. Geely Design Shanghai presented a… Continue reading @Geely: Geely Presents Vision Starburst

SBTi-approval of Volvo Group’s industry-leading climate targets

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, June 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Group’s climate targets are in line with what the latest climate science deems necessary to keep global warming at a maximum 1.5⁰ C. Volvo Group’s pathway to reach the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement has now been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). “We… Continue reading SBTi-approval of Volvo Group’s industry-leading climate targets

Automakers face a threat to EV sales: Slow charging times

Newer EVs can be charged even faster. But they far exceed the capacity of most fast chargers. Ford’s Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning can take in 150 kilowatts per hour. Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 and Porsche’s Taycan are over 200 kilowatts. DETROIT: If the auto industry is to succeed in its bet that electric vehicles will… Continue reading Automakers face a threat to EV sales: Slow charging times

BlackBerry and BiTECH Team Up To Build Safe, Reliable Digital LCD Instrument Cluster For Changan’s Newly Launched UNI-K SUV

The Changan UNI-K is a new mid-to-high-end SUV which features an advanced smart driving assistance program and a smart cockpit with an Interactive Monitoring System (IMS). The LCD digital instrument cluster comprises three parts, with the left section displaying tire pressure and door conditions; the middle section highlighting the vehicle’s speed, augmented reality real-view navigation, a multimedia… Continue reading BlackBerry and BiTECH Team Up To Build Safe, Reliable Digital LCD Instrument Cluster For Changan’s Newly Launched UNI-K SUV

Strike resumes at Volvo’s Virginia operations after UAW rejects labor deal

Volvo said in a statement that the UAW’s decision was difficult to understand, but it was confident of reaching a deal with the union. Volvo AB employees represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW) have resumed a strike at the Swedish truck maker’s operations in Virginia after the union rejected a six-year labor agreement, the… Continue reading Strike resumes at Volvo’s Virginia operations after UAW rejects labor deal

Statement Regarding United Auto Workers Decision to Resume Strike at NRV Plant

GREENSBORO, N.C., June 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Trucks North America today issued the following statement regarding the United Auto Workers (UAW) union’s decision to resume their strike at the New River Valley truck assembly operations in Dublin, VA, after the members of UAW Local #2069 rejected the tentative agreement the parties agreed to on… Continue reading Statement Regarding United Auto Workers Decision to Resume Strike at NRV Plant

UPDATE 1-Daimler’s China venture aims to raise capacity 45% at Mercedes-Benz plants -document

(Adds BAIC Motor shares move) BEIJING, June 7 (Reuters) – Daimler AG’s main China joint venture with BAIC Motor plans to add a shift and working days at two Beijing plants that will boost nominal capacity to make Mercedes-Benz cars by 45%, a document on the venture’s Chinese website showed. The projected upgrade at Beijing… Continue reading UPDATE 1-Daimler’s China venture aims to raise capacity 45% at Mercedes-Benz plants -document

Daimler’s China venture aims to raise capacity 45% at Mercedes-Benz plants -document

BEIJING (Reuters) -Daimler AG’s main China joint venture with BAIC Motor plans to add a shift and working days at two Beijing plants that will boost nominal capacity to make Mercedes-Benz cars by 45%, a document on the venture’s Chinese website showed. The projected upgrade at Beijing Benz Automotive Co (BBAC), 49%-owned by Stuttgart-based Daimler… Continue reading Daimler’s China venture aims to raise capacity 45% at Mercedes-Benz plants -document

@Geely: LEVC launches new accessories collection

LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) has launched a range of official accessories for its new VN5 electric van as well as new additions to the existing TX electric taxi range. These high-quality exterior and interior accessories allow LEVC customers to personalise their vehicle according to their own style, comfort and business requirements. Available through all… Continue reading @Geely: LEVC launches new accessories collection

@Geely: Geely Automobile Holding Sales Volume For May 2021 Was 96,167 Units

07 June 2021 , Hong Kong. Geely Automobile Holding Limited (Group) announced that the total sales volume of the Group (including the sales volume of LYNK & CO-branded vehicles sold by the Group’s 50%-owned joint venture) for the month of May 2021 was 96,167 units, a decrease of approximately 12% from the same period last… Continue reading @Geely: Geely Automobile Holding Sales Volume For May 2021 Was 96,167 Units