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Innovation as the pillar of transformation

As the Vice-president for Research and Development (R&D), his main task is to boost innovation and the transformation in his area to take on our future challenges. “Our major goal is to think more globally and flexibly; we already have a skilled team which is engaged and eager to innovate” Axel Andorff (Munich, Germany, 1973)… Continue reading Innovation as the pillar of transformation

Nidec Group acquires OMRON Automotive Electronics

OMRON Automotive Electronics has become part of the Nidec Group. Now known as Nidec Mobility, the company will work closely with Nidec’s automotive motor business unit to develop new modules and systems that combine the motors, pumps and gears of the Nidec Group with the electronic control units, and other electronic components, of Nidec Mobility.… Continue reading Nidec Group acquires OMRON Automotive Electronics

Mobility offering expands: large-scale rollout of Audi on demand in Germany

Whether Hamburg, Munich or Berlin, the service for flexible premium mobility Audi on demand is gaining momentum in Germany with the dealership partners and cooperation partner Sixt. Audi on demand has been available at 15 locations in German dealerships since September and is being gradually expanded. 50 selected Sixt stations, predominantly at airports and train… Continue reading Mobility offering expands: large-scale rollout of Audi on demand in Germany

Uber to invest $247m in Indian entity to fuel Eats business

American ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies Inc. is pumping in about $247 million (Rs 1,767 crore) in Uber India Systems Pvt Ltd in one of its largest infusions in the Indian unit. According to the company’s filings with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) sourced by paper.vc, the Dutch entities of Uber, Uber International Holding B.V. and… Continue reading Uber to invest $247m in Indian entity to fuel Eats business

Jaguar Land Rover parent Tata approaches BMW, Geely in search for partners

Tata Group, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, has approached carmakers including China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. and BMW AG as it seeks partnerships for the beleaguered British automotive business, people with knowledge of the matter said. India’s largest conglomerate has said it’s open to finding partners for JLR to save on costs and… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover parent Tata approaches BMW, Geely in search for partners

Continental Delivers Solid Operational Performance in Weak Market Environment

Sales up 3 percent in the third quarter to €11.1 billion (down 0.3 percent organically) Adjusted EBIT of €615 million (margin: 5.6 percent) Net income in the third quarter of -€1.99 billion due to previously announced one-time effects from goodwill impairment and provisions Adjusted targets for the year as a whole confirmed CEO Dr. Degenhart:… Continue reading Continental Delivers Solid Operational Performance in Weak Market Environment

Fast Track Launches Driver Rewards Program

Points will also be redeemable for entries into special promotions for items like AirPods, TV’s, event tickets, dream vacations, and more. Photo via Uber. Fast Track Mobility, a category leader in the for-hire-vehicle rental industry, announced the launch of its Driver Success Rewards program, specifically developed for its TLC Rental Car customers, which includes drivers… Continue reading Fast Track Launches Driver Rewards Program

A BMW is as individual as its driver.

Munich. The BMW Group is focused on customer needs and their requirements for modern digital mobility. Sheer driving pleasure is no longer restricted to the vehicle itself, but can be consistently geared towards customers’ digital needs. Since 2014, with options for booking digital services through the BMW ConnectedDrive Store, it has been possible to adapt… Continue reading A BMW is as individual as its driver.

Tatas Group begins hunt for a partner for Jaguar, approaches Geely & BMW

India’s largest conglomerate has said it’s open to finding partners for JLR to save on costs and share the burden of investing in electric vehicles. By Siddharth Philip, P R Sanjai, Zhang Dingmin and Elisabeth Behrmann Tata Group, the owner of Jaguar Land Rover, has approached carmakers including China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co. and… Continue reading Tatas Group begins hunt for a partner for Jaguar, approaches Geely & BMW

Rolling Coal Is A Stupid Stunt — And Dangerous

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Published on November 11th, 2019 |

by Johnna Crider

Rolling Coal Is A Stupid Stunt — And Dangerous

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November 11th, 2019 by Johnna Crider

Doing stupid stunts while driving can endanger not only yourself but others around you. I am talking about the wanna-be bad boy (or girl, even) who was driving the pickup truck in a video posted by Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley.

The driver of this truck was driving very aggressively and intentionally coal rolling the owner of a Tesla while on a highway traveling at high speeds. The owner of the Tesla tries to get away, but the truck driver just cuts in front of the Tesla to do it again.

The Tesla’s cameras captured video of the incident, but you can’t really get the plate numbers from that.

In the video, the truck cuts in front of the Tesla and rolls the coal. What this term means is that the driver of the truck intentionally makes the smoke belch from the exhaust into the “face” of the driver behind him. This is considered not only an insult but can also be seen as a direct attack upon the driver behind them.

This is dangerous. As you can see in the video, for a moment, the smoke actually fills up the view and you can’t see anything. Do I need to emphasize how dangerous this could be, especially driving on a highway? Choosing to intentionally do stupid things like this could get you or others killed.

To those who feel the need to coal roll or show off your hatred for a total stranger, perhaps you should think twice. Ask yourself if it’s legal or at least ethical? What’s the point you’re trying to make here? Do you hate Tesla? Why do you hate Tesla? What did this Tesla driver to you to warrant your attack on them? Yes, visually impairing someone while they are driving is an attack. Driving recklessly and spewing smoke in the faces of others intentionally so they can not see is akin to someone attacking you on the streets. How would you feel if you caused an accident that actually took the lives of innocent people?

In an article published by Bicycling, a cyclist shares his experience of someone coal rolling him. “You pretty much get a blast of heat and a blast of black smoke in your face. Unfortunately, you just have to ride through it. It’s frustrating,” Conti told Bicycling.

To be honest, I have been coal rolled on also. I just didn’t know what it was at the time. I don’t think the attack was aimed at me, because the vehicles were honking at one another. I don’t have a car, so I walk, take the bus, or take Uber. Sometimes, these trucks will drive by and the next thing I know I am surrounded in this stuff. I have asthma, so I literally have to hold my breath and not breathe as I walk through it.
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Johnna Crider Johnna Crider is a Baton Rouge artist, gem and mineral collector, and Tesla shareholder who believes in Elon Musk and Tesla. Elon Musk advised her in 2018 to “Believe in Good.”

Tesla is one of many good things to believe in. You can find Johnna on Twitter

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