Cruise lays out its plan for ‘how’ it will make robotaxis a reality

The string of engineers who spoke Thursday night during a deep dive into Cruise’s autonomous vehicle technology never mentioned Tesla’s name. They didn’t have to, although the message was clear enough. GM’s self-driving subsidiary Cruise presented a technical and deployment roadmap — at a granular level — that aimed to show how it has built… Continue reading Cruise lays out its plan for ‘how’ it will make robotaxis a reality

RIGID Industries Delivers Smart Lighting Technology for the Aftermarket

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — RIGID® Industries, the leader in high-performance LED lighting for off-road pick-up trucks, SUVs and off-road vehicles, is launching its A2Z for e-Mobility™ initiative to develop smarter, more efficient lighting technology optimized for electric vehicles (EVs). A2Z for e-Mobility builds upon the technology innovations found in the RIGID Adapt E-Series®… Continue reading RIGID Industries Delivers Smart Lighting Technology for the Aftermarket

Autos & Transportation · 1:45 PM UTCGM to extend Chevrolet Bolt plant shutdown by three weeksGeneral Motors Co confirmed Friday it will again halt pro…

Workers assemble Chevy Bolt EV cars at the General Motors assembly plant in Orion Township, Michigan, U.S. November 4, 2016. REUTERS/Joe White/File Photo WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) – General Motors Co (GM.N) confirmed Friday it will again halt production at its Orion Assembly plant in Michigan, which makes the Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle, for three… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 1:45 PM UTCGM to extend Chevrolet Bolt plant shutdown by three weeksGeneral Motors Co confirmed Friday it will again halt pro…

Lucid Opens Studio Location in Washington, D.C. Metro Area

“Opening at one of the largest malls in the nation, which is also located in a strong electric vehicle market, will provide excellent exposure for the Lucid Air and help us to further our mission to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy.” said Zak Edson, Senior Director, Sales and Service, Lucid Group. The Lucid Studio… Continue reading Lucid Opens Studio Location in Washington, D.C. Metro Area

Autos & Transportation · 10:01 AM UTCPorsche, Piech families still backing Volkswagen CEO DiessThe Porsche and Piech families, which control Volkswage…

Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess looks on during his visit to Volkswagen’s electric car plant in Zwickau, Germany, June 23, 2021. REUTERS/Matthias Rietschel FRANKFURT, Nov 5 (Reuters) – The Porsche and Piech families, which control Volkswagen’s (VOWG_p.DE) largest shareholder Porsche SE (PSHG_p.DE), continue to support the carmaker’s CEO Herbert Diess, a spokesperson for Porsche SE said… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 10:01 AM UTCPorsche, Piech families still backing Volkswagen CEO DiessThe Porsche and Piech families, which control Volkswage…

Tesla confirms acquisition of battery startup in new patent

Tesla confirmed that it quietly acquired Colorado-based battery startup SiILion, Inc., in a new patent for a silicon-based battery anode. Over the last few years, Tesla has been rumored to have acquired SiILion, Inc., a battery technology startup based out of Colorado. The rumors started after a few of the startup’s employees were hired by… Continue reading Tesla confirms acquisition of battery startup in new patent

Vietnam’s VinFast to make over $200m capital investment in California

Vietnamese automaker VinFast said on Friday it will make over $200 million in capital investments and place its U.S. headquarter in California as part of its plan to expand operation in North America. VinFast, the automobile arm of Vietnam’s largest conglomerate Vingroup, became the country’s first fully fledged domestic car manufacturer when its gasoline-powered models… Continue reading Vietnam’s VinFast to make over $200m capital investment in California

GWM Receives More Than 6,000 Pre-orders for ORA GOOD CAT within 48 hours of Its Launch in Thailand

With smooth lines, the overall appearance of ORA GOOD CAT looks round and full, making it distinctive. Its LED headlights are round and look as cute as a cat’s eyes. The two colors contrast, such as the combination of green and white, red and black, both in appearance and interior design, making it retro and… Continue reading GWM Receives More Than 6,000 Pre-orders for ORA GOOD CAT within 48 hours of Its Launch in Thailand

TechnologyWhat’s driving the latest Volkswagen power struggle?8:51 AM UTC

Herbert Diess, CEO of German carmaker Volkswagen AG, poses in an ID.3 pre-production prototype during the presentation of Volkswagen’s new electric car on the eve of the International Frankfurt Motor Show IAA in Frankfurt, Germany September 9, 2019. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay FRANKFURT, Nov 5 (Reuters) – Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) CEO Herbert Diess’ frail relationship with German labour… Continue reading TechnologyWhat’s driving the latest Volkswagen power struggle?8:51 AM UTC

Autos & TransportationEXCLUSIVE Canada would respond to U.S. tax credits for American built EVs -ministerNovember 4, 2021

Canadian Foreign Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne is seen at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Beirut, Lebanon August 27, 2020. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir OTTAWA, Nov 4 (Reuters) – Canada would respond “appropriately” to proposed U.S. electric vehicle tax credits for American-built vehicles, which it says would harm workers on both sides of the border, Innovation and Industry… Continue reading Autos & TransportationEXCLUSIVE Canada would respond to U.S. tax credits for American built EVs -ministerNovember 4, 2021