Sponsored Links AkaratPhasura via Getty Images The Department of Transportation’s Advisory Committee on Automation in Transportation (ACAT) hasn’t been active since it was formed in 2017. And it won’t be active anytime in the future, because according to The Verge, the administration has quietly killed it without even telling its members. Under President Obama, the… Continue reading US government quietly kills autonomous vehicle committee
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Postmates lands first-ever permit to test sidewalk delivery robots in San Francisco
On-demand delivery business Postmates says it’s been granted the first-ever permit for sidewalk robotics operations in the city of San Francisco. According to San Francisco Public Works, the permits are active for 180 days and authorize the testing of up to three autonomous delivery devices. We’ve reached out to the Public Works department for comment.… Continue reading Postmates lands first-ever permit to test sidewalk delivery robots in San Francisco
Avis enlists Israeli startup to turn rental car data into cash
(Reuters) – Avis Budget Group Inc has enlisted an Israeli startup to help turn data from its car rental fleet into cash, as more auto industry players look to tap a potential $750 billion market for vehicle information. The U.S. car rental company, which owns the Avis, Budget and Zipcar brands, is linking its global… Continue reading Avis enlists Israeli startup to turn rental car data into cash
Google’s new version of Android Auto focuses on Assistant
Google is starting to roll out an updated version of its in-car platform, Android Auto, that aims to make it easier and safer for drivers to use. The version, which was first revealed during Google I/O 2019, has a dark theme, new fonts and color accents, more opportunities to communicate with Google’s virtual assistant and the… Continue reading Google’s new version of Android Auto focuses on Assistant
Startups Weekly: SoftBank’s second act
Hello and welcome back to Startups Weekly, a weekend newsletter that dives into the week’s noteworthy startups and venture capital news. Before I jump into today’s topic, let’s catch up a bit. Last week, I noted some challenges plaguing mental health tech startups. Before that, I wrote about Zoom and Superhuman’s PR disasters. Remember, you… Continue reading Startups Weekly: SoftBank’s second act
Finding my Place in Porsche Coming From Deep Tech and Research
07/26/2019 I believe that today is one of the most exciting times to have a deep tech and research background in the automotive industry. Why? Because research and deep tech are the bedrocks of progress and the foundation on which the next disruption of the automotive industry, and mobility in general, is built. By driving… Continue reading Finding my Place in Porsche Coming From Deep Tech and Research
Apple to Acquire Majority of Intel’s Smartphone Modem Business
SANTA CLARA and CUPERTINO, Calif., July 25, 2019 – Intel and Apple have signed an agreement for Apple to acquire the majority of Intel’s smartphone modem business. Approximately 2,200 Intel employees will join Apple, along with intellectual property, equipment and leases. The transaction, valued at $1 billion, is expected to close in the fourth quarter… Continue reading Apple to Acquire Majority of Intel’s Smartphone Modem Business
HONDA E OFFERS ADVANCED CONNECTIVITY FOR MODERN LIFESTYLES
Contemporary interior style creates calm and comfortable cabin Advanced connectivity experience is delivered through a five screen full-width digital dashboard AI-powered ‘Honda Personal Assistant’ delivers voice-accessible services Honda smartphone application keeps owners remotely connected to Honda e for peace-of-mind Digital key enables easy-to-use control of vehicle security remotely The new Honda e features intuitive and… Continue reading HONDA E OFFERS ADVANCED CONNECTIVITY FOR MODERN LIFESTYLES
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel stepping down
Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel is stepping down from his day-to-day role as an executive at the automaker, CEO Elon Musk announced during a conference call with analysts Wednesday. Drew Baglino, vice president of technology, will take over his duties, Musk said. Straubel will stay on in a senior advisor role. “I want to… Continue reading Tesla co-founder and CTO JB Straubel stepping down
Tuesday Morning Auto News, Jul 23, 2019
Disruption, corruption loom over UAW union talks with Big Three Detroit automakers – CNBC: Uncommon issues during this year’s talks include technological changes threatening traditional union jobs and an ongoing federal corruption probe that has already led to eight convictions.
Tesla’s ‘Anemic’ High-Margin Model Sales Extends Profit Struggle – Bloomberg: Tesla Inc. is delivering more cars than ever because of the emergence of Model 3 customers like Mike Land. His view of the relative weakness of Elon Musk’s …
Daimler and Bosch get green light for ‘world’s first’ automated valet parking system – CNBC: Daimler said that the system was the “world’s first fully automated driverless SAE Level 4 parking function to be officially approved for everyday use.”
Once Feared Dead, Globalization Is Still Very Much Alive – Bloomberg: Car failure | Germany’s Continental AG cut its earnings outlook as the car-parts giant emerges as the latest industrial victim of trade woes tied to …
Ford faces lawsuit over allegations of false mpg ratings – Automotive News: The federal lawsuit seeks class-action status and follows two other lawsuits in consecutive months over the same issue in Ford Ranger trucks.
Continental’s Warning on Car Slump Shows Reality Is Hitting Home – Bloomberg: Continental joined French car-parts supplier Faurecia SA — which is … As part of a broader overhaul to brace for the industry’s shift to self-driving and …
All-electric Ford-150 is revealed – The Detroit News: Linda Zhang, chief engineer of the Ford F-150, shows the capability of a prototype all-electric F-150 by towing 10 double-decker rail cars and 42 2019-model year F-150s, weighing more than 1 million pounds
Germany’s Continental, Jungheinrich hit brakes as auto sector slows – Reuters: A slowing auto sector prompted profit warnings from supplier Continental and paint systems producer Duerr late on Monday.
Apple hires another Tesla engineer – Automotive News: Apple has hired Steve MacManus, at least the third Tesla engineering executive to join the technology giant in the last year. MacManus, a Tesla vice …
AMS re-opens door on Osram bid as recovery continues – Reuters: Apple supplier AMS (AMS. … VCSELs, used in the auto industry, are an infrared laser technology that helps to provide a large field …
France’s Faurecia holds course in ‘tougher than expected’ auto market – Reuters: French auto parts maker Faurecia (EPED.PA) said it maintained first-half profitability despite a China-led decline in auto production, …
China Sees Something in Daimler We’ve All Missed – Bloomberg: The company’s shares are still struggling to recover from an emissions scandal. But Asian suitors are interested in its electric-vehicle future.
Semiconductor supplier STMicroelectronics sees big gains from electrification shift – Automotive News: We recently shipped the first prototypes of the EyeQ5 chip for Level 4 autonomous driving applications, with mass production expected in 2020.
Seat’s Cupra teases high-performance EV – Automotive News: The production version is likely to use Volkswagen Group’s MEB electric architecture, which will underpin EVs for the VW, Audi, Seat and Skoda …
Beijing Auto Buys Stake in Daimler, Deepening Their Alliance – New York Times: The deal will tighten the German automaker’s ties to China, which has become an important market but where overall sales are falling.
The Robot Apocalypse Has Been Postponed – New York Times: The delay of self-driving cars is another sign that stagnation still trumps acceleration.
China’s BAIC Takes 5% Stake in Daimler to Boost Partnership – Bloomberg: Beijing Automotive Group Co. is poised to get a 5% stake in Daimler AG, the automaker’s long-standing partner in China to affirm their cooperation.
China’s BAIC buys 5% Daimler stake; Daimler welcomes investment – Reuters: Beijing Automotive Group Co Ltd said on Tuesday that it had purchased a 5% stake in Germany’s Daimler.
Staffing firm Randstad’s earnings hit by slowdown at German carmakers – Reuters: Netherlands-based staffing group Randstad on Tuesday said its underlying earnings fell 4% in the second quarter, below analyst forecasts, due to a slowdown …
China exports first batch of second-hand commercial vehicles – Xinhuanet: A ceremony was held Monday in north China’s Tianjin Municipality for the export of 60 second-hand commercial vehicles, …
Breaking Down Hyundai Earnings – Bloomberg: KJ Hwang, director at CGS-CIMB Securities, discusses Hyundai Motor earnings and his outlook for the South Korean auto sector. He speaks on …
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