Tag: FCA

Leading crypto exchanges weigh India foray despite potential ban

Global digital currency exchanges are exploring ways to set up in India, following in the footsteps of market leader Binance, industry sources told Reuters, while the government in New Delhi dithers over introducing a law that could ban cryptocurrencies. Opponents of the potential ban say it would stifle the economic power of a tech-savvy, young… Continue reading Leading crypto exchanges weigh India foray despite potential ban

Rolls-Royce appoints Anita Frew and Mike Manley as Non-Executive Directors – DirectorsTalk Interviews

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc (LON:RR) has announced that it has appointed Anita Frew as a Non-Executive Director and Chair Designate. Anita will join the Board with effect from 1 July 2021 and will succeed Sir Ian Davis as Chair on 1 October 2021. Sir Ian will retire from the Board on 30 September 2021, after nearly… Continue reading Rolls-Royce appoints Anita Frew and Mike Manley as Non-Executive Directors – DirectorsTalk Interviews

Chip woes: GM eliminates start/stop feature on some full-size trucks, SUVs

Detroit — The global semiconductor shortage is forcing General Motors Co. to eliminate the automatic stop/start feature on some full-size 2021 trucks and SUVs, the automaker said Tuesday.  The move affects only vehicles equipped with 5.3L and 6.2L V-8 engines mated to 10-speed transmissions. Models involved are: Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban GMC Yukon and Yukon XL Cadillac Escalade and… Continue reading Chip woes: GM eliminates start/stop feature on some full-size trucks, SUVs

@FCA: Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover on Volta Charging Stations in Select Cities

June 8, 2021 , San Francisco – Volta Industries, Inc. (“Volta Charging”), an industry leader in commerce-centric electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, is partnering with the Jeep® brand as it introduces the all-new Jeep Wrangler 4xe to consumers. “As the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe becomes firmly established in the marketplace, this unique network takeover with Volta Industries… Continue reading @FCA: Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover on Volta Charging Stations in Select Cities

Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover On Volta Charging Stations In Select Cities

“As the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe becomes firmly established in the marketplace, this unique network takeover with Volta Industries allows the brand to reach drivers at key moments in their daily commutes as they charge their vehicles,” said Marissa Hunter, Vice President, Marketing, North America – Stellantis. “And as the first brand, automotive or otherwise,… Continue reading Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover On Volta Charging Stations In Select Cities

Daimler CEO Kallenius optimistic about Munich auto show despite COVID – Automotive News Europe

Automakers will have a reduced presence at this year’s IAA, which takes place from Sept. 6-12. Mercedes and fellow German brands BMW, Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche have said they will be present.  Ford, Renault, Hyundai, Polestar and Chinese brands including Leap Motor and Silk-FAW also will attend. Stellantis’ brands including Peugeot, Citroen, Fiat, Alfa Romeo… Continue reading Daimler CEO Kallenius optimistic about Munich auto show despite COVID – Automotive News Europe

Waymo and Cruise hope to charge for autonomous rides in California [update]

Autonomous rideshare rivals Waymo and Cruise have both reportedly applied for permits to charge passengers for self-driving rides in the San Francisco Bay area. Some of the applications are still under review, but it could be a major step toward autonomous rideshare vehicles operating as commonplace soon. June 7 update: As of June 4, Cruise… Continue reading Waymo and Cruise hope to charge for autonomous rides in California [update]

@VW Group: Podium results for Audi customers in four countries003230

The teams of Audi Sport customer racing, with the brand’s products, won a total of four trophies while competing against the best teams in three European countries and in America. Audi R8 LMS GT3 Within striking distance of the top: At the halfway point of the Campionato Italiano GT Sprint series, Audi Sport Italia is… Continue reading @VW Group: Podium results for Audi customers in four countries003230