Tag: Mobility

Silvercar by Audi Enables Responsible Travel with Contactless Features and Services

AUSTIN, Texas, May 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Finally, rental car customers are going to get what they need and what they deserve. Silvercar by Audi is helping customers prepare for the “new normal” in travel with the roll out of Contactless Rental and Delivery to You service. As part of its Responsible Travel initiative, these expanded… Continue reading Silvercar by Audi Enables Responsible Travel with Contactless Features and Services

@BMW: Statement and Presentation by Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, 100th Annual General Meeting in Munich on 14th May 2020

100th Annual General Meeting of BMW AG A future built on Action, Flexibility, Responsibility.     BMW AG’s 100th Annual General Meeting! That, dear Shareholders, says a lot about your company. It is strong and robust. Adaptable and innovative. It takes a stance and acts accordingly – in a responsible manner. That is how BMW… Continue reading @BMW: Statement and Presentation by Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG, 100th Annual General Meeting in Munich on 14th May 2020

Press Releases – Automotive CEOs and European Commission discuss recovery plan that bolsters economy and Green Deal

Brussels, 14 May 2020 – CEOs from across the automotive value chain came together for a meeting with the European Commission to align on the priorities for a solid recovery plan for the automotive sector, with a view to stimulating the wider economy and bolstering the transformation to a carbon-neutral society. CEOs of vehicle manufacturers… Continue reading Press Releases – Automotive CEOs and European Commission discuss recovery plan that bolsters economy and Green Deal

Uber: Uber Announces Pricing of Upsized $900 Million Senior Notes Offering

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced the pricing of $900 million principal amount of 7.500% Senior Notes due 2025 (the “notes”). The principal amount of the offering was increased from the previously announced offering size of $750 million. The notes are being offered only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional… Continue reading Uber: Uber Announces Pricing of Upsized $900 Million Senior Notes Offering

Auto retail sector ready to get Britain moving again, as NFDA and SMMT publish safe restart guidance

New automotive sector-specific guidance for vehicle retailers published by NFDA and SMMT today. Dealerships ready to welcome back staff and customers, with comprehensive safety measures covering showroom interactions, vehicle demos and test-drives. Industry welcomes clarification on auto retail click & collect, and calls for showrooms to be re-opened urgently to help reboot manufacturing and support… Continue reading Auto retail sector ready to get Britain moving again, as NFDA and SMMT publish safe restart guidance

@FCA: Press Release FCA – PSA

IMPORTANT NOTICE         By reading the following communication, you agree to be bound by the following limitations and qualifications:This communication is for informational purposes only and is not intended to and does not constitute an offer or invitation to exchange or sell or solicitation of an offer to subscribe for or buy, or an invitation to exchange,… Continue reading @FCA: Press Release FCA – PSA

Pininfarina to Launch AutonoMIA, a Responsive Driving Experience for the Mobility of the Future

AutonoMIA is an immersive exploration of how technology, from AI to 5G, from display to haptics, from sensors to natural interfaces, can be leveraged to reenchant the driving experience. It is a tool that designers will use to continue iterating on the thinking on the future of driving. The different parties build knowledge on the… Continue reading Pininfarina to Launch AutonoMIA, a Responsive Driving Experience for the Mobility of the Future

Uber: Uber Announces Proposed $750 Million Senior Notes Offering

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced that it proposes to offer $750 million principal amount of Senior Notes due 2025 (the “notes”), subject to market conditions and other factors. The notes are being offered only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act… Continue reading Uber: Uber Announces Proposed $750 Million Senior Notes Offering

Dutch e-bike scaleup VanMoof attracts €12.5 million to grow globally

Today VanMoof, the Dutch e-bike scaleup, has announced a total €12.5 million investment from one of Europe’s leading venture capital firms Balderton Capital and assembly partner SINBON Electronics. The funds will support the brand’s international expansion as it scales up to meet increased demand. The investment follows the launch success of the highly anticipated new electric VanMoof S3 & X3 bikes.

With social distancing the new reality, demand for high quality e-bikes is on the rise. Bikes are seen as an increasingly dependable mobility option compared to public transport. And governments across the globe are responding with new cycle initiatives. For example, Berlin recently implemented a one mile bike lane along a major road, and Milan will introduce a five mile cycle lane to cut car use after the lockdown. This worldwide trend supports VanMoof’s belief in the potential of e-bikes to revolutionize city travel.

“It’s a unique time to build such a meaningful partnership. Not only d..