Detroit — The global semiconductor shortage is forcing General Motors Co. to eliminate the automatic stop/start feature on some full-size 2021 trucks and SUVs, the automaker said Tuesday. The move affects only vehicles equipped with 5.3L and 6.2L V-8 engines mated to 10-speed transmissions. Models involved are: Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban GMC Yukon and Yukon XL Cadillac Escalade and… Continue reading Chip woes: GM eliminates start/stop feature on some full-size trucks, SUVs
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@FCA: Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover on Volta Charging Stations in Select Cities
June 8, 2021 , San Francisco – Volta Industries, Inc. (“Volta Charging”), an industry leader in commerce-centric electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, is partnering with the Jeep® brand as it introduces the all-new Jeep Wrangler 4xe to consumers. “As the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe becomes firmly established in the marketplace, this unique network takeover with Volta Industries… Continue reading @FCA: Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover on Volta Charging Stations in Select Cities
Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover On Volta Charging Stations In Select Cities
“As the new Jeep Wrangler 4xe becomes firmly established in the marketplace, this unique network takeover with Volta Industries allows the brand to reach drivers at key moments in their daily commutes as they charge their vehicles,” said Marissa Hunter, Vice President, Marketing, North America – Stellantis. “And as the first brand, automotive or otherwise,… Continue reading Jeep® Wrangler 4xe Hosts Network Takeover On Volta Charging Stations In Select Cities
Daimler CEO Kallenius optimistic about Munich auto show despite COVID – Automotive News Europe
Automakers will have a reduced presence at this year’s IAA, which takes place from Sept. 6-12. Mercedes and fellow German brands BMW, Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche have said they will be present. Ford, Renault, Hyundai, Polestar and Chinese brands including Leap Motor and Silk-FAW also will attend. Stellantis’ brands including Peugeot, Citroen, Fiat, Alfa Romeo… Continue reading Daimler CEO Kallenius optimistic about Munich auto show despite COVID – Automotive News Europe
Michigan couple discovers old book of Chrysler papers; dealer wants to sell it for $175K
A Lake Orion couple wants to find a home for a book of early Chrysler Corp. papers. The value is unclear, but a dealer wants to sell it for $175,000 Go to Source
Waymo and Cruise hope to charge for autonomous rides in California [update]
Autonomous rideshare rivals Waymo and Cruise have both reportedly applied for permits to charge passengers for self-driving rides in the San Francisco Bay area. Some of the applications are still under review, but it could be a major step toward autonomous rideshare vehicles operating as commonplace soon. June 7 update: As of June 4, Cruise… Continue reading Waymo and Cruise hope to charge for autonomous rides in California [update]
@VW Group: Podium results for Audi customers in four countries003230
The teams of Audi Sport customer racing, with the brand’s products, won a total of four trophies while competing against the best teams in three European countries and in America. Audi R8 LMS GT3 Within striking distance of the top: At the halfway point of the Campionato Italiano GT Sprint series, Audi Sport Italia is… Continue reading @VW Group: Podium results for Audi customers in four countries003230
@Ferrari: Ferrari N.V.: periodic report on the buyback program000120
Maranello (Italy), June 7, 2021 – Ferrari N.V. (NYSE/MTA: RACE) (“Ferrari” or the “Company”) informs that the Company has purchased, under the fourth tranche of the common share buyback program announced on March 11, 2021 (“Fourth Tranche”), additional common shares – reported in aggregate form, on a daily basis – on the Italian Stock Exchange (MTA)… Continue reading @Ferrari: Ferrari N.V.: periodic report on the buyback program000120
Donald Trump Says Bitcoin Is a “Scam”
Maybe it takes one to know one. Former president Donald Trump told Fox Business today that Bitcoin “seems like a scam” and that it only serves to undermine the US dollar. “The currency of this world should be the dollar,” Trump said. “And I don’t think we should have all of the Bitcoins of the… Continue reading Donald Trump Says Bitcoin Is a “Scam”
@FCA: Jeep® Announces Starting Prices for the 2021 Grand Cherokee L Lineup
June 7, 2021 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Jeep® Grand Cherokee L is expanding into the three-row, full-size SUV segment with an all-new architecture, all-new interior, three Jeep 4×4 systems, the most advanced, high-tech safety and security features in its class and segment-leading advanced technologies. The all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L ushers in an unmatched… Continue reading @FCA: Jeep® Announces Starting Prices for the 2021 Grand Cherokee L Lineup