Ford Motor Co. and Google on Monday said they have formed a six-year “strategic partnership” under which the automaker will introduce the Android operating system into millions of vehicles and use Google technology for everything from in-vehicle connected services to manufacturing processes. Ford will designate Google as its preferred cloud provider, allowing the Blue Oval “to leverage… Continue reading Ford, Google form ‘strategic partnership’ on cloud services, Android operating system
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Ford says ‘millions’ of its vehicles will run on Google’s Android starting in 2023
Ford is the latest automaker to turn its vehicle operating systems over to Google. The Dearborn, Michigan-based company said it will use Google’s Android to power the infotainment systems in “millions” of its cars starting in 2023. That means Google’s voice-activated Assistant, Google Maps, and other automotive-approved Android apps will be available in Ford’s cars… Continue reading Ford says ‘millions’ of its vehicles will run on Google’s Android starting in 2023
New Toyota tech unit promises world’s safest drive
By Eimi Yamamitsu 3 Min Read FILE PHOTO: The logo of Toyota carmaker is seen on a car in Nice, France, April 8, 2019. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard/File Photo TOKYO (Reuters) – Toyota Motor Corp unveiled its Woven Planet research unit at a virtual media event on Friday, promising to deliver the world’s “safest mobility” as competition… Continue reading New Toyota tech unit promises world’s safest drive
@niche: Electric Car Wars: Who Will Come Out on Top?000494
Electric vehicle stocks have been on fire this past year, outperforming every other sector in the market. The sector’s favorite benchmark–Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF (DRIV)–has climbed 75.3% over the past 12 months and is already up 13.6% YTD, managing to even outperform the red-hot biotech sector as the Covid-19 vaccine rollout gets… Continue reading @niche: Electric Car Wars: Who Will Come Out on Top?000494
Hyundai wrestles with the risks of embracing Apple
By Hyunjoo Jin, Stephen Nellis 5 Min Read SEOUL/SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Executives in Hyundai Motor Co Group are divided over a potential tie-up with Apple Inc, with some raising concerns about becoming a contract manufacturer for the U.S. tech giant, dimming the outlook for a deal. FILE PHOTO: The Hyundai booth displays the company… Continue reading Hyundai wrestles with the risks of embracing Apple
Uber: Uber Eats Announces Prescription Delivery in NYC with Nimble
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced its plans to expand on-demand prescription delivery in New York City, powered by Nimble. Today’s expansion into the Big Apple follows a successful prescription delivery pilot in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas. Through this partnership with Nimble, Uber Eats now connects New Yorkers with on-demand prescription… Continue reading Uber: Uber Eats Announces Prescription Delivery in NYC with Nimble
Subcompact Renault Kiger unveiled in India, launch in Q1
Renault India today took wraps off its Renault Kiger compact SUV. The car was unveiled to the global audience in an event in New Delhi. The Renault Kiger which was first showcased as a Concept car at the Auto Expo 2020, is based on Renault-Nissan’s compact modular frame (CMF-A) platform which also underpins the recently… Continue reading Subcompact Renault Kiger unveiled in India, launch in Q1
Samsung’s profits rose in 2020 despite the pandemic
Samsung Electronics has reported its fourth-quarter earnings, confirming that the company made more money in 2020 than the year before despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Operating profit was up to 35.99 trillion won ($32.1 billion) off 236.81 trillion won ($211.5 billion) in revenue, increases of 29.6 percent and 2.78 percent respectively. Samsung says… Continue reading Samsung’s profits rose in 2020 despite the pandemic
Hyundai to customize EVs for shippers and ride-hailers
SEOUL — Hyundai Motor Group will make built-to-order electric vehicles for commercial customers, taking advantage of the greater design flexibility they offer compared with traditional combustion-engine autos. Hyundai affiliate Kia recently announced a standard platform for the group’s electrics, with basic components including a battery pack and a motor. Customers will be able to build… Continue reading Hyundai to customize EVs for shippers and ride-hailers
@Honda: 2021 Honda Civic
Contents Introduction: 2021 Civic delivers sleek styling and premium interior Sleek, aerodynamic exterior design Advanced platform and chassis dynamics set-up deliver class-best handling and ride comfort Range of highly-efficient petrol engines deliver outstanding efficiency and refinement Refined interior materials and advanced infotainment system deliver premium feel and usability Next-generation Honda CONNECT offers enhanced,… Continue reading @Honda: 2021 Honda Civic