Some people say they live for cars, but unlike most people, I have literally spent my entire life in the automotive industry. My father was in charge of Volkswagen’s body testing group, and unlike other kids who dream about cool cars, I was surrounded by them — I helped my father investigate squeaks and rattles,… Continue reading @niche: Inside Xos: Flex Manufacturing000970
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M&M Chief of design Ramkripa Ananthan quits
Her resignation follows a major exodus of senior and mid level executives who quit the company. Recently Hindu Businessline and Business today reported that in a major restructuring exercise, Mahindra Group has let off around 300 senior-level executives in the Automotive and Farm Equipment divisions. Ramkripa Ananthan has ended her over two-decade stint with Mahindra… Continue reading M&M Chief of design Ramkripa Ananthan quits
Growing demand for EVs in India to impact supply chain dynamics
Electrification has emerged as one of the key megatrends and mature markets like Europe and China are taking significant steps to transition their vehicles to the electric era. In fact, Europe targets reducing emission by at least 55 percent by 2030 as part of the EU’s broader goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. India is behind the curve… Continue reading Growing demand for EVs in India to impact supply chain dynamics
Waymo announces another $2.5 billion in funding from latest investment round
Autonomous rideshare startup Waymo has announced an additional $2.5 billion investment round of funding. Waymo plans to use the additional funding, led by parent company Alphabet Inc., to hire more staff and advance its self-driving technology toward more paid rides. Waymo was launched in 2009 by Google’s parent company Alphabet, Inc., as a self-driving car project.… Continue reading Waymo announces another $2.5 billion in funding from latest investment round
UK in talks to build battery ‘gigafactories’ for electric cars
The UK government has held talks with six manufacturers about building “gigafactory” electric car battery plants as part of its efforts to improve the prospects of the British automotive industry. The US carmaker Ford and the Korean electronics conglomerates LG and Samsung are among the companies that have had early-stage discussions with the government or… Continue reading UK in talks to build battery ‘gigafactories’ for electric cars
Transforming mobility with the confidence of world-class investors
As we build, deploy, and commercialize the Waymo Driver, it’s gratifying to see so much interest in being part of our journey to transform mobility, making it safer, more accessible, and more sustainable along the way. So we’re proud to announce our latest investment round of $2.5 billion, with participation from Alphabet, Andreessen Horowitz, AutoNation,… Continue reading Transforming mobility with the confidence of world-class investors
Will Guenter Butschek stay on at Tata Motors?
With barely a fortnight to go before Guenter Butschek wraps up this term as MD & CEO of Tata Motors, it remains to be seen if an extension is on the anvil. This becomes especially relevant when a replacement has not been identified yet for the top job. Tata Motors had earlier announced that former… Continue reading Will Guenter Butschek stay on at Tata Motors?
Ineos Grenadier prototype 2022 review – AutoExpress
Verdict When the Grenadier is launched, it will be unrivalled in its segment. Buyers who have been waiting for precisely such a car won’t be disappointed, but just how many out there want something like the Grenadier remains to be seen. BMW engines promise performance and durability, and while the suspension tuning focuses on safe… Continue reading Ineos Grenadier prototype 2022 review – AutoExpress
@Tata-JLR: JAGUAR LAND ROVER TO DEVELOP HYDROGEN-POWERED DEFENDER FUEL CELL PROTOTYPE
* Hydrogen Council ** International Energy Agency (IEA) For more information on the government backed APC funding please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/735-million-to-boost-green-economic-recovery-in-automotive-sector Editors’ notes For more information about Jaguar Land Rover’s Reimagine strategy please visit: https://www.jaguarlandrover.com/reimagine About Jaguar Land Rover: Reimagining the future of modern luxury by design Jaguar Land Rover is reimagining the future of modern… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: JAGUAR LAND ROVER TO DEVELOP HYDROGEN-POWERED DEFENDER FUEL CELL PROTOTYPE
Mahindra Appoints Pratap Bose to lead its new Global Design Organization
The Global Design organization will comprise of the recently announced Mahindra Advanced Design Europe (M.A.D.E), which is being set up in Coventry in the West Midlands, U.K and the existing Mahindra India Design Studio (M.I.D.S). The Global Design Organization will harness the world-class talent pool and expand its global technology footprint. In this role, Pratap… Continue reading Mahindra Appoints Pratap Bose to lead its new Global Design Organization