It’s a scenario that authors, artists, architects, and of course designers will be familiar with: staring at a blank sheet of paper wondering how to begin, what words and ideas to use, and generally how to create a new world from scratch. There are countless tales by authors of how agonizing the start is, when… Continue reading @VW Group: Studio F.A. Porsche: How good design is created005390
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CakeBoxx Technologies Expands Systems Engineering Capacity With Appointment of Sean Tan as CTO
Tan brings breadth of experience and high-level design engineering expertise to lead innovation and development of new CakeBoxx transport platform design projects MCLEAN, Va., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — CakeBoxx Technologies, the global leader in specialized, high value, and high consequence cargo transportation platforms – and innovator of the first and only SAFETY Act Qualified… Continue reading CakeBoxx Technologies Expands Systems Engineering Capacity With Appointment of Sean Tan as CTO
EV owners won’t be able to pick their own low-speed noise after NHTSA scraps proposal
Well, that’s a bummer. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration won’t be moving forward with a proposal to let electric vehicle owners pick their own low-speed sounds, citing a lack of “supportable data.” The move was first reported by Reuters. Back in 2019, NHTSA introduced a proposed rule-making that would have allowed drivers to “select… Continue reading EV owners won’t be able to pick their own low-speed noise after NHTSA scraps proposal
With motorcycles gaining popularity, so are scams on the second-hand market – here’s how you can avoid them by carVertical
LONDON, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Used motorcycles can be a risky investment – they are much more likely to end up in accidents and as a result, buyers risk ending up with a damaged vehicle more than with cars. A bad repair job after a big crash can greatly reduce driving safety, and with… Continue reading With motorcycles gaining popularity, so are scams on the second-hand market – here’s how you can avoid them by carVertical
Cummins Inc. Increases Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
COLUMBUS, Ind.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Board of Directors of Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today approved an increase in the company’s quarterly cash dividend on common stock of approximately 8 percent to 1.57 dollars per share from 1.45 dollars per share. The dividend is payable on September 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on August 19, 2022. About… Continue reading Cummins Inc. Increases Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
Now 22 customers suing Ford over 2021 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator fire issue
What began as three unhappy owners of 2021 Ford Expedition and 2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles has ballooned to 22 plaintiffs including one from the automaker’s home state of Michigan in a lawsuit filed this month against Ford Motor Co. The plaintiffs say the Dearborn automaker failed to disclose a defect causing spontaneous under-hood fires in at least… Continue reading Now 22 customers suing Ford over 2021 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator fire issue
Chevrolet Bolt EV to disappear from lineup as new technology rolls out
General Motors’ most affordable and accessible electric vehicle currently in the lineup — the Chevrolet Bolt — will eventually disappear to make way for more EVs on the automaker’s Ultium platform. GM has said the future Equinox EV, to be revealed in September, is expected to start at about $30,000, making it one of the most affordable EVs GM offers.… Continue reading Chevrolet Bolt EV to disappear from lineup as new technology rolls out
@FCA: Dodge//SRT Drivers Ready to Conquer Thunder Mountain at Dodge Power Brokers Mile-High Nationals
July 12, 2022 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Dodge Power Brokers and Direct Connection take center stage this weekend as the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Camping World Drag Racing Series brings the thunderous sound and feel of 11,000 horsepower back to the Rocky Mountains for the high-altitude challenge presented by the 42nd edition of the… Continue reading @FCA: Dodge//SRT Drivers Ready to Conquer Thunder Mountain at Dodge Power Brokers Mile-High Nationals
VW India weighs its options post India 2.0
Martina Biene, Head of Product Line G1 (Small and compact vehicles) at VW says the choice is between expanding on the MQB platform or foraying into electric With the launch of the Virtus sedan, Volkswagen Group’s India 2.0 project stands complete. Besides unifying its Indian operations under Skoda’s management, the project launched about 4 years ago was… Continue reading VW India weighs its options post India 2.0
Global Independent Aftermarket Boosted by Out-of-warranty Tesla Vehicles
“Rapid improvements in Tesla’s over-the-air (OTA) update capabilities beyond infotainment and navigation system updates could create new subscription-based aftersales revenue streams for Tesla,” said Anuj Monga, Mobility Research Associate Director at Frost & Sullivan. “Electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are well-poised to leverage data monetization opportunities by offering OTA update capabilities.” Monga added: “Mobile service on… Continue reading Global Independent Aftermarket Boosted by Out-of-warranty Tesla Vehicles