The ACCELERATE strategy is systematically driving the advancement towards becoming a software-oriented mobility provider. Software is also key in the development of chassis and steering systems for the highly automated driving of the future. Volkswagen is currently developing the next generation of a regulated chassis, and a steer-by-wire steering system. “The body’s pitching and rolling… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen is developing the chassis of the future004221
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Vedanta mulls group restructuring; separate listing of businesses
The plan under evaluation is the same as what port-to-energy conglomerate Adani Group did in 2015 – creating separate listed entities for power, mining, gas and transmission businesses. Billionaire Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta Ltd on Wednesday said it is mulling restructuring of the mining behemoth that may include demerger and listing of the aluminium, iron &… Continue reading Vedanta mulls group restructuring; separate listing of businesses
Bridgestone and Michelin to Jointly Discuss Recovered Carbon Black’s Role in Building a More Sustainable Mobility Ecosystem
An estimated one billion tires around the world reach the end of their useful service life every year. Many of the technical challenges surrounding the use of recycled and recovered materials from end-of-life tires are understood, but barriers remain towards achieving material circularity at the scale necessary to realize a more sustainable mobility ecosystem. Today,… Continue reading Bridgestone and Michelin to Jointly Discuss Recovered Carbon Black’s Role in Building a More Sustainable Mobility Ecosystem
Porsche takes the GTS electric with the Taycan sedan and sporty wagon
Porsche saved the versatile and performance-focused GTS for its last two variants of the all-electric Taycan. The German automaker unveiled the Taycan GTS sedan and a new third body style called the Taycan GTS Sport Turismo in an event Tuesday evening ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show, rounding out the robust Taycan vehicle portfolio.… Continue reading Porsche takes the GTS electric with the Taycan sedan and sporty wagon
ADESA Simplifies Online Self-Checkout for Customers
The new page streamlines online self-checkout and expands post-sale capabilities enabling customers to view and manage all their ADESA Simulcast and Simulcast+ purchases in one centralized place. Photo: Martin Romjue / Bobit ADESA, a business unit of global wholesale used vehicle digital marketplace operator KAR Global (NYSE: KAR), announced Nov. 9 the launch of its… Continue reading ADESA Simplifies Online Self-Checkout for Customers
Apollo eyes premium space with Vredestein
Apollo Tyres plans to go in for a dual brand strategy with the recent launch of Vredestein in India. The company had acquired this Netherlands-based premium brand in 2009. Satish Sharma, President-Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, told Autocar Professional that, with its European DNA, Vredestein can compete with the likes of Michelin, Bridgestone, Continental and Pirelli in the Indian… Continue reading Apollo eyes premium space with Vredestein
VinFast Officially Announces US Headquarters In Los Angeles
VinFast made its announcement to launch its US Headquarters during a press conference welcoming the Vietnamese carmaker to Los Angeles. The event held at the ‘new home’ of VinFast US was witnessed virtually by Mayor Eric Garcetti and attended in person by representatives from the California and Los Angeles government, including Governor Newsom’s Senior Economic Advisor Dee… Continue reading VinFast Officially Announces US Headquarters In Los Angeles
@GM: GM Restructures Global IT to Drive Revenue Growth
GM Restructures Global IT to Drive Revenue Growth Stacy Lynett appointed vice president, Digital Business Software. Fred Killeen named vice president, Global Information Technology and CIO. 2021-11-10 DETROIT – Today, General Motors announced the immediate restructuring of its Information Technology function into two groups – the Digital Business Software team and the Global IT organization… Continue reading @GM: GM Restructures Global IT to Drive Revenue Growth
Cazoo acquires Spanish digital subscription company Swipcar for €30m
Cazoo has acquired Swipcar. Founded in 2018, Swipcar has grown to a team of around 100 staff based in Barcelona and offers a wide selection of cars available from various leasing company partners for an all-inclusive single monthly subscription payment which includes the car, insurance, maintenance, service and tax. As well as operating in Spain,… Continue reading Cazoo acquires Spanish digital subscription company Swipcar for €30m
Dealers could be missing out on revenue by mispricing stock
Dealerships could be leaving revenue on the table by mispricing as much as of three-fifths of their stock. According to digitalisation specialist Real Time Communications (RTC), in collaboration with Auto Trader, the average retailer misprices approximately 60% of their vehicle stock, compared against national figures. This stock tended to be under-priced by £300-£350 per vehicle. For… Continue reading Dealers could be missing out on revenue by mispricing stock