Tesla has started pushing a new software update to its fleet this week and owners testing it are reporting significant improvements to the Autopilot system – something that the automaker has been promising for a while now. Home Solar Power We recently reported that Tesla started beta-testing a new Autopilot update with new features and a… Continue reading Tesla’s latest Autopilot update brings some significant improvements to Autosteer and more
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Audi to launch e-tron GT as Tesla Model S rival
Audi has released this official image of the e-tron GT prototype Audi confirmed the e-tron GT at its annual press conference Audi has revealed plans for a new e-tron GT four-door sports car that will rival the Tesla Model S when it launches early in the next decade. The new machine – revealed by Autocar two years ago – was confirmed… Continue reading Audi to launch e-tron GT as Tesla Model S rival
Automobili Lamborghini crosses billion Euro turnover threshold
Worldwide sales grow for seventh consecutive year to 3,815 units Turnover increases by 11% to 1,009 Mio. Euro, the best ever Sustained, profitable growth path evidenced Super SUV Urus, presented in December 2017, doubles production capacity and creates new jobs Company maintains optimistic corporate outlook Sant’Agata Bolognese, 15 March 2018 – In Fiscal Year 2017… Continue reading Automobili Lamborghini crosses billion Euro turnover threshold
Mazda, ELIIY Power and Ube Industries Agree to Jointly Develop 12-Volt Lithium-ion Starter Batteries for Vehicles
2018/03/15 Products and Technology Developing Safe, Durable Lithium-ion Batteries to Replace Lead-Acid Batteries HIROSHIMA, Japan-Mazda Motor Corporation, ELIIY Power Co., Ltd. and Ube Industries, Ltd. have agreed to jointly develop lithium-ion batteries for use in automobiles. The three companies will work together to develop durable, heat- and impact-resistant 12-Volt lithium-ion batteries as a viable replacement… Continue reading Mazda, ELIIY Power and Ube Industries Agree to Jointly Develop 12-Volt Lithium-ion Starter Batteries for Vehicles
Tesla says Model S, Model X production efficiency much improved
(Reuters) – Tesla Inc said the number of labor hours needed to produce its Model S and Model X cars have decreased considerably, following the latest report of quality problems that could prevent the carmaker from hitting its production targets. The body of a Tesla Model S is transported by an automated crane at the… Continue reading Tesla says Model S, Model X production efficiency much improved
Auto parts maker Magna invests $200 million in Lyft
(Reuters) – Canadian automotive parts supplier Magna International Inc said on Wednesday it will invest $200 million in Lyft Inc and work with the U.S. ride-hailing firm to manufacture self-driving cars. FILE PHOTO – An illuminated sign appears in a Lyft ride-hailing car in Los Angeles, California, U.S. September 21, 2017. REUTERS/Chris Helgren The news… Continue reading Auto parts maker Magna invests $200 million in Lyft
BREAKTHROUGH IN LIGHTWEIGHT BIOMATERIALS GAINS MOMENTUM
As Faurecia’s NAFILean™ lightweight hemp-based biomaterials are increasingly adopted by OEMs, the company has developed new figures showing the significant energy and environmental benefits of the innovative breakthrough. Not to mention a positive impact on agriculture. Following their initial registration with Peugeot PSA, the biomaterials are now being used in the car parts of six… Continue reading BREAKTHROUGH IN LIGHTWEIGHT BIOMATERIALS GAINS MOMENTUM
Car manufacturer invests 100 million euros: Daimler builds battery plant in Thailand
All articles and backgrounds 03/14/2018 Car manufacturer invests 100 million euros Daimler builds battery plant in Thailand DPA Daimler boss Dieter Zetsche with an electric car study of its group: Batteries wants to produce the enterprise also in Thailand in the future. The carmaker Daimler Show stock market chart wants to produce the batteries for… Continue reading Car manufacturer invests 100 million euros: Daimler builds battery plant in Thailand
Mercedes-Benz will invest 100 million in Thailand for the production of batteries for vehicles
Published 3/14/2018 12:30 AM: 56CET STUTTGART (GERMANY), 14 Mar. (EUROPA PRESS) – The Mercedes-Benz Cars automobile group will invest 100 million euros in Bangkok, together with its local partner TAAP, for the production of electric vehicle batteries, the German company said in a statement. This investment will go towards the expansion of the existing car… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz will invest 100 million in Thailand for the production of batteries for vehicles
Alliance leadership appointments to accelerate synergies
From April 1st, additional convergence will be put in place to accelerate synergies in key operational areas as part of the Alliance 2022 mid-term plan. Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi today announced that they have met with the necessary employee representative groups for the convergence projects unveiled on March 1st. The following management organization will be… Continue reading Alliance leadership appointments to accelerate synergies