BMW’s CEO says Tesla will struggle to maintain its rapid growth because of mounting competition among electric-car makers

Tesla may struggle to maintain its rapid growth as other carmakers launch their own EVs, Oliver Zipse said Monday. “The rest of the industry is moving ahead big time,” the BMW CEO said. Tesla delivered almost 500,000 vehicles in 2020. Other automakers have committed to boosting electric-car sales. Visit the Business section of Insider for… Continue reading BMW’s CEO says Tesla will struggle to maintain its rapid growth because of mounting competition among electric-car makers

Ineos Grenadier one step closer to production – WhichCar

Development of the Grenadier off-road vehicle by British brand Ineos Automotive continues to gain traction, as the prototype stage moves from the 2A to 2B models and moves in to its new production facility. The Grenadier is a no-frills off-road vehicle that will come in five-door wagon and four-door pick-up variants, constructed in the same… Continue reading Ineos Grenadier one step closer to production – WhichCar

Jaguar J-Pace large electric SUV likely axed as part of new strategy

Jaguar has axed plans for its much-rumoured all-electric J-Pace luxury SUV as part of the British brand’s new ‘Reimagine’ business plan, that will see the firm become an EV-only manufacturer by 2025. Jaguar Land Rover’s new boss, Thierry Bolloré, confirmed that the all-electric XJ large saloon car was no longer part of the firm’s future… Continue reading Jaguar J-Pace large electric SUV likely axed as part of new strategy

@Groupe PSA: PR Innovation for sustainable interiors001221

Innovation for sustainable materials is taking place across our Business Groups and within the Sustainable and Smart Product Line. Sustainable solutions for vehicle interiors, inscribed in the “Interior for the Planet” initiative, are developed based on 3 pillars: use less, incorporate recyclable and recycled materials, and create alternatives to petrol solutions, with no impact on… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR Innovation for sustainable interiors001221

Jaguar Land Rover confirms plan to cut 2,000 non-factory jobs worldwide

Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed that it will cut 2,000 non-factory jobs from its global workforce in the next year, as part of its ongoing restructuring drive. The job losses, first reported by Sky News, will come from the British firm’s global salaried workforce. While Jaguar Land Rover has not given any details on the roles… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover confirms plan to cut 2,000 non-factory jobs worldwide

Parkopedia Launches Dedicated Japan Business

– Parkopedia announces the launch of its Japanese subsidiary, ‘Parkopedia Japan Limited’ based in Tokyo – Tomohiko Ishibashi has been named as Representative Commercial Director of Japan – Data collection services have now been brought in-house to deliver a heightened level of quality and accuracy for Japanese drivers – The new Parkopedia Japan business website… Continue reading Parkopedia Launches Dedicated Japan Business

Jaguar Land Rover to cut 2,000 jobs globally

By Derek Francis, Nandakumar D 2 Min Read Slideshow ( 2 images ) (Reuters) – Jaguar Land Rover said on Wednesday it would cut 2,000 jobs from its global salaried workforce, just days after announcing its luxury Jaguar brand will be entirely electric by 2025 and e-models of its entire lineup will be launched by… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover to cut 2,000 jobs globally

New all-electric Range Rover due on sale by 2024

Land Rover is in the process of its largest product overhaul ever. It will see the brand launch six fully electric models within the next five years, and one of the first to arrive will be a pure-EV version of the all-new Range Rover. The fifth generation of the luxury off-roader is due to launch… Continue reading New all-electric Range Rover due on sale by 2024

Coventry gigafactory plans revealed

Plans to build an EV battery gigafactory have been unveiled by Coventry City Council and Coventry Airport. The West Midlands Combined Authority – which represents the region’s seven urban councils and is led by the West Midlands mayor – has endorsed the airport as its preferred location for the development. It’s claimed that the site could… Continue reading Coventry gigafactory plans revealed

Coventry to seek planning permission for electric car battery ‘gigafactory’

Coventry city council intends to secure pre-emptive planning permission for a “gigafactory” beside the city’s airport to make electric car batteries, in the latest effort by UK authorities to attract investment. The government has identified investment in battery factories as a key goal to keep automotive jobs as the sector moves away from the internal… Continue reading Coventry to seek planning permission for electric car battery ‘gigafactory’