January 7, 2020 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA) today announced Simon Sproule as its Chief Communications Officer. In addition, Sproule was named Head of North America Communications. The appointment is effective February 3, 2020. Sproule joins FCA from Aston Martin Lagonda where he served as Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. In… Continue reading @FCA: FCA Appoints Sproule as Chief Communications Officer
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VW’s Seat brand chief steps down as Renault continues CEO hunt
FRANKFURT/PARIS (Reuters) – Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) on Tuesday said that Luca de Meo has stepped down from his current role as head of its Spanish Seat brand just as rival Renault (RENA.PA) intensifies efforts to find a new chief executive. FILE PHOTO: SEAT President and CEO Luca de Meo poses during an interview at the SEAT… Continue reading VW’s Seat brand chief steps down as Renault continues CEO hunt
Nissan bolsters taskforce to prepare for Ghosn broadsides: sources
TOKYO (Reuters) – Nissan Motor Co has strengthened a taskforce of senior officials ahead of an expected onslaught of criticism from former chairman Carlos Ghosn following his dramatic escape from house arrest in Japan, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. FILE PHOTO: Former Nissan Motor Chairman Carlos Ghosn accompanied by his wife Carole… Continue reading Nissan bolsters taskforce to prepare for Ghosn broadsides: sources
When Ghosn fled Japan, he left an old colleague behind
Nissan’s former head of legal Greg Kelly says he is ‘not a confidant’ of his ex-boss Go to Source
@Renault: Groupe Renault and Otodo develop new solution linking cars and homes
Groupe Renault is developing a solution enabling automatic and secure interaction and communication between cars and connected objects in homes. Otodo, a young French company pioneering smart-home connectivity, will deliver the secure link between the vehicle and user’s home. This innovative service will be available in all Renault cars that have the new Renault EASY… Continue reading @Renault: Groupe Renault and Otodo develop new solution linking cars and homes
Japan presses for Ghosn’s extradition from Lebanon
The ex-Nissan boss reportedly escaped by train before being smuggled to Turkey in a flight case. Go to Source
Panasonic and Klipsch Announce Collaboration to Bring Audiophile-Quality, High Performance Audio into Your Car
The collaboration with Panasonic marks Klipsch’s entry into the automotive audio industry. The Indianapolis-based company has been providing high-performance speakers, headphones, sound systems and other entertainment products in the United States for more than 70 years. Panasonic is the leading supplier of automotive infotainment and connectivity solutions. “Over my 26 years with Klipsch, I have… Continue reading Panasonic and Klipsch Announce Collaboration to Bring Audiophile-Quality, High Performance Audio into Your Car
Tesla Model Y Out Testing In Preparation For Upcoming Delivery Launch
The Tesla Model Y has been seen out testing in various locations as of late. It’s clear that Tesla plans to sell its upcoming, smaller three-row SUV in volume across the globe, despite naysayers stating otherwise. In fact, Tesla has already officially announced it will be built and delivered in the U.S., China, and Europe. Tesla… Continue reading Tesla Model Y Out Testing In Preparation For Upcoming Delivery Launch
Mitsubishi Motors and Otonomo Partner to Deliver Connected Car Applications and Services to Benefit Drivers and Cities
Las Vegas, Nevada, Jan. 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Otonomo, the leading Automotive Data Services Platform, today announced that it has entered into commercial agreement with Mitsubishi Motors on an initiative to provide Mitsubishi Motors’ connected car customers with exciting new services while adhering to international data privacy regulations. According to the commercial agreement Mitsubishi… Continue reading Mitsubishi Motors and Otonomo Partner to Deliver Connected Car Applications and Services to Benefit Drivers and Cities
Carlos Ghosn ‘caught bullet train’ during escape from Japan
Carlos Ghosn Border controls tightened as Japan investigates how ex-Nissan boss skipped bail Carlos Ghosn at a detention house in Tokyo following his release on bail on 25 April. Photograph: JIJI Press/AFP via Getty Images Reports have emerged about how the fugitive former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn managed to jump bail in Japan, as the… Continue reading Carlos Ghosn ‘caught bullet train’ during escape from Japan