Remote-controlled forklifts have arrived in France, courtesy of Phantom Auto

Global logistics company Geodis has tapped startup Phantom Auto to help it deploy forklifts that can be controlled remotely by human operators located hundreds, and even thousands, of miles away. The aim is to use the technology to reduce operator fatigue — and the injuries that can occur as a result — as well as… Continue reading Remote-controlled forklifts have arrived in France, courtesy of Phantom Auto

@Daimler: Mercedes-AMG defines the future of Driving Performance

New drive strategy with performance hybrids and battery-electric AMG derivatives Affalterbach/Stuttgart. With the future electrification of the drivetrain, Mercedes-AMG is combining superior performance and impressive driving dynamics with maximum efficiency. The development of future drive concepts has benefited and will continue to benefit from the valuable experience gained from close cooperation with the Formula 1… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-AMG defines the future of Driving Performance

Porsche and ExxonMobil to test synthetic fuel for racing

A renewable fuel formulated by ExxonMobil is to be used in the Porsche Supercup, a support series that will share the billing at 10 Formula 1 grand prix this season. The Esso Renewable Racing Fuel is a blend of biofuels made from hydrogen and captured CO2, and its creators claim that it could lead to a… Continue reading Porsche and ExxonMobil to test synthetic fuel for racing

Subaru Debuts New 2022 Outback Wilderness™ – Most Capable Outback Ever

Subaru of America today introduced the most rugged and capable Outback in the auto manufacturer’s history: the new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness™. With a standard 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine, advanced dual function X-MODE, elevated 9.5-inch ground clearance, standard front skid plate, all-terrain tires, upgraded suspension and Subaru’s Symmetrical All-wheel drive, the Outback Wilderness is… Continue reading Subaru Debuts New 2022 Outback Wilderness™ – Most Capable Outback Ever

Road-Legal Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus 007S Will Have 1,400 HP, Cost $2.3 Million – CarScoops

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus has ambitious goals to make a road-legal version of its 007 that will compete in the Le Mans Hypercar class, named the 007S. Taking to Facebook, James Glickenhaus revealed that the company will need to secure 24 orders to make the project viable, with each car commanding a price tag of $2.3… Continue reading Road-Legal Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus 007S Will Have 1,400 HP, Cost $2.3 Million – CarScoops

The Glickenhaus 007S might be the ultimate racecar for the road – Top Speed

The Glickenhaus 007S might be the ultimate racecar for the road by Dim Angelov, on March 29, 2021, 15:00 Nowadays, the term “Racecar for the road” is awfully misused, mostly by marketing “experts” who are desperately trying to seduce people with more money than sense. That said, there are a few companies out there that… Continue reading The Glickenhaus 007S might be the ultimate racecar for the road – Top Speed

@VW Group: Manthey-Racing advances from motorsport team to partner002750

In 2013, Manthey merged his company with Raeder Automotive GmbH. That same year, Porsche AG consolidated the successful collaboration with a 51 percent majority stake and has since been systematically expanding the cooperation. Under the management of co-owners Nicolas and Martin Raeder, Manthey-Racing GmbH now employs around 200 people. Among other activities, they have been… Continue reading @VW Group: Manthey-Racing advances from motorsport team to partner002750

Tech firm Netradyne ties up with Drive Smart Drive Safe to analyse road accidents

The data, they hoped in a press release, could help in the overall efforts of the government to fix the accident prone spots they have identified along the trial route. Bengaluru-based startup Netradyne, engaged in developing AI-based solutions for the auto industry to prevent road accidents, has tied up with nonprofit organization Drive Smart Drive… Continue reading Tech firm Netradyne ties up with Drive Smart Drive Safe to analyse road accidents

Indonesian state companies set up EV battery developer

JAKARTA — Indonesia has an ambitious plan: to establish itself as a major player in the global supply chain for electric vehicles. In five years, the archipelago wants to have an integrated industry encompassing everything from upstream development — mining raw materials for use in EV batteries — to downstream — the manufacturing of batteries… Continue reading Indonesian state companies set up EV battery developer

Why Aston Martin’s CEO is confident that turnround will succeed – Automotive News Europe

Aston Martin is undergoing a transformation under former Mercedes-AMG head Tobias Moers, who joined as CEO in August last year after the struggling UK automaker was bailed out by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll. Aston’s closer technology links with Daimler, a new focus on efficiency, along with promoting the company through Formula One, can bring about… Continue reading Why Aston Martin’s CEO is confident that turnround will succeed – Automotive News Europe