STUTTGART, Germany, April 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Supervisory Board of Daimler AG at its meeting on April 23, 2021 extended the appointments of management board members Martin Daum and Harald Wilhelm. The appointments of Martin Daum (61), as member of the board of management for Daimler AG and Chief Executive of Daimler Truck AG,… Continue reading Daimler AG: Management Board appointments for Truck CEO Daum and Chief Financial Officer Wilhelm extended
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@Honda: Summary of Honda Global CEO Inaugural Press Conference
TOKYO, Japan, April 23, 2021 — Honda Motor Co., Ltd. President and Representative Director Toshihiro Mibe held an inaugural press conference at 3:00 pm today (Japan time). Following is a summary of his formal remarks: ＜Powered by Honda＞ Honda is a mobility company that offers a wide range of products which, in total, makes Honda… Continue reading @Honda: Summary of Honda Global CEO Inaugural Press Conference
Fuel types of new cars: battery electric 5.7%, hybrid 18.4%, petrol 42.2% market share in Q1 2021
Brussels, 23 April 2021 – In the first quarter of 2021, hybrid electric vehicles made up 18.4% of total passenger car sales in the EU, almost doubling their market share in a year. Demand for electrically-chargeable cars also increased during these three months: battery electric vehicles made up 5.7% of all new cars, while plug-in… Continue reading Fuel types of new cars: battery electric 5.7%, hybrid 18.4%, petrol 42.2% market share in Q1 2021
Consumer Reports proved that a Tesla will drive with nobody behind the wheel following fatal crash (TSLA)
Consumer Reports showed that it’s possible to turn on Tesla Autopilot with nobody behind the wheel. The firm’s car-testing director was able to sit in the passenger’s seat while the Tesla drove itself. The demonstration comes after a fatal Tesla crash where authorities said nobody was driving. See more stories on Insider’s business page. Consumer… Continue reading Consumer Reports proved that a Tesla will drive with nobody behind the wheel following fatal crash (TSLA)
Bosch believes AIoT, electrification, and green hydrogen are the way forward
In powertrain technology, electromobility is establishing itself as Bosch’s core business. Denner reported that the company is making heavy upfront investments in this area – a further 700 million euros this year alone. Up to now, its upfront investments in electromobility total five billion euros. Currently, Bosch sales revenue from electrical powertrain components is growing… Continue reading Bosch believes AIoT, electrification, and green hydrogen are the way forward
@VW Group: Volkswagen survey shows American SUV owners and shoppers ready to embrace EVs002904
Apr 22, 2021 Survey of 1,000 SUV owners and 500 SUV shoppers found most haven’t driven an EV, but most are more interested than they were a year ago Six in ten shoppers in the market for an SUV say they will consider an EV Four in five say more EVs on the roads can… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen survey shows American SUV owners and shoppers ready to embrace EVs002904
Volvo Group Venture Capital invests in EV charging software company Driivz
Volvo Group Venture Capital makes investments that support collaborations between startups and the Volvo Group, especially in areas such as logistics services, site solutions and electrical infrastructure. The group’s latest investment is Driivz, a software company that calls itself “the operating system for global EV charging.” The Driivz platform is designed for managing large charging… Continue reading Volvo Group Venture Capital invests in EV charging software company Driivz
Bosch sees a place for renewable fuels, challenging proposed European Union engine ban
Bosch executives on Thursday criticized proposed EU regulations that would ban the internal combustion engine by 2025, saying that lawmakers “shy away” from discussing the consequences of such a ban on employment. Although the company reported it is creating jobs through its new businesses, particularly its fuel cell business, and said it was filling more… Continue reading Bosch sees a place for renewable fuels, challenging proposed European Union engine ban
Karma Automotive Announces New Dealer Partner In Seattle, Washington
“We’re proud to have Park Place Motors join the Karma dealership network and introduce the Karma brand to our local customers,” said David Bingham, the CEO of Park Place Motors Ltd. “Adding Karma to our lineup of luxury automotive brands, while also providing the best levels of customer service, is consistent with what our customers… Continue reading Karma Automotive Announces New Dealer Partner In Seattle, Washington
Executive Chairman Tony Aquila Also Named CEO of Canoo to Lead Next Phase of Company’s Growth
LOS ANGELES, April 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Canoo (Nasdaq: GOEV) (“Canoo” or the “Company”), today announced the appointment of Tony Aquila, its Executive Chairman and one of the Company’s largest investors, to the added role of Chief Executive Officer. In this position, Mr. Aquila will lead the Company in its focused strategy of bringing the… Continue reading Executive Chairman Tony Aquila Also Named CEO of Canoo to Lead Next Phase of Company’s Growth