Panasonic to Partner with Colorado Department of Transportation to Deliver Integrated Connected Vehicle Platform

Joint program targets I-70 Mountain Corridor to Optimize Driver Safety, Roadway Efficiency [embedded content] Denver, Colorado, U.S. – On October 26, 2016, Panasonic, a global leader in smart and sustainable automotive and infrastructure technology solutions, announced that it would partner with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to build a connected transportation program in which… Continue reading Panasonic to Partner with Colorado Department of Transportation to Deliver Integrated Connected Vehicle Platform

Didi-Backed ofo Secures $130M Series C As Bike-Sharing Battle Leads To Predictable Ending

A week after bike sharing firm Mobike announced an over US$100 million fundraising, Beijing-based rival ofo said it had secured US$130 million series C financing round led by CITIC Private Equity, Coatue Management and Xiaomi Inc. The drama seems all too familiar: Two companies engaged in competitive fundraising, while trying to outbid each other on… Continue reading Didi-Backed ofo Secures $130M Series C As Bike-Sharing Battle Leads To Predictable Ending

Taxify Launches in 3 Countries in August

Taxify Launches in 3 Countries in August You can now request a reliable ride in Hungary, Romania and Kenya. Taxify is available in Budapest, Hungary since Friday, August 19th. Budapest, Hungary The local market is heavily regulated — all app companies need to own a taxi operator license, the cars need to look the same and charge prices set by… Continue reading Taxify Launches in 3 Countries in August

Didi And Uber China Ink Landmark Deal To Merge Operations In China

In a landmark deal, Chinese ride share giant Didi Chuxing has agreed to acquire all assets of Uber China, including its brand, business operations and data for operation within China, according to a company announcement. In exchange for the Uber China assets, Uber will receive 5.89% of the combined company with preferred equity interest which… Continue reading Didi And Uber China Ink Landmark Deal To Merge Operations In China

TI Automotive Opens New Manufacturing Facility In Monterrey, Mexico

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (April 13, 2016) — TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of automotive fluid systems technology, has opened a new manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico. The new, 53,000 square-foot facility will produce fluid carrying systems for the new Hyundai/ Kia manufacturing facility located nearby. TI Automotive is expected to employ around 100 people… Continue reading TI Automotive Opens New Manufacturing Facility In Monterrey, Mexico

TI Automotive Acquires Millennium Industries Corporation

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (Feb 16, 2016) – TI Automotive, a leading global supplier of advanced automotive fluid carrying and delivery systems has acquired Millennium Industries Corporation, a Ligonier, Indiana, based producer of powertrain products for the automotive industry. Acquisition strengthens TI Automotive powertrain product portfolio, expertise and manufacturing reach TI Automotive currently provides gasoline direct-injection… Continue reading TI Automotive Acquires Millennium Industries Corporation

Daimler Project DENZA Prepares Market Introduction

DENZA well on track: market introduction in 2014 World premiere at the Auto China 2014 in Beijing First dealerships to open mid next year in Beijing, Shanghai, China and Shenzhen, China Intensive testing program for pre-production models: focus on safety and reliability Production tests in Shenzhen successfully underway                  … Continue reading Daimler Project DENZA Prepares Market Introduction

DENZA All-Electric Vehicle Showcased at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show

• DENZA all-electric vehicle shines at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show • DENZA combines Daimler’s renowned tradition and engineering expertise as a worldwide leader in safety technology and quality excellence with BYD’s leading battery technology. • The CEO of the joint venture Yan Chen said “The DENZA EV has been welcomed by many families just… Continue reading DENZA All-Electric Vehicle Showcased at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show

China Life Insurance To Invest $600M In Didi Chuxing

China’s largest ride share company Didi Chuxing has received a US$600 million investment from China Life Insurance Co. Ltd., following a US$1 billion injection from Apple Inc and a US$400 million infusion from Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd. and its Internet finance unit Ant Financial last month. According to Tencent Technology citing a company announcement, China… Continue reading China Life Insurance To Invest $600M In Didi Chuxing

TI Automotive Acquisition Completed By Bain Capital

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (June 30, 2015) – TI Automotive, a leading provider of automotive fluid storage, carrying and delivery systems for passenger cars and light trucks, today announced the completion of the acquisition of the company by affiliates of Bain Capital, a leading global private investment firm. Financial terms of the private transaction, which was… Continue reading TI Automotive Acquisition Completed By Bain Capital