Magna Powers Ferrari SF90 Stradale With Innovative Dual-Clutch Transmission

Transmission developed in cooperation with Ferrari Reduced weight and CO2 emissions Higher torque delivers superior performance TAGSDual-clutch transmission, plug-in hybrid powertrains, hypercars MEDIA CONTACTS Tracy Fuerst, Global Director of Corporate Communications & PRtracy.fuerst@magna.com, (+1) 248.631.5396 ABOUT MAGNA We are a mobility technology company. We have more than 166,000 entrepreneurial-minded employees and 346 manufacturing operations and… Continue reading Magna Powers Ferrari SF90 Stradale With Innovative Dual-Clutch Transmission

FCA Joins ‘Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network’ to Help Build a More Ethical Electric Vehicle Supply Chain

FCA today announced that it has joined the Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network (RSBN), an industry collaboration using blockchain technology to support sustainable, responsible sourcing and production practices from mine to market.  Built on the IBM Blockchain Platform and assured by RCS Global Group, the RSBN is on track to become commercially operational by spring 2020.… Continue reading FCA Joins ‘Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network’ to Help Build a More Ethical Electric Vehicle Supply Chain

@FCA: FCA Joins ‘Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network’ to Help Build a More Ethical Electric Vehicle Supply Chain

December 10, 2019 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – FCA today announced that it has joined the Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network (RSBN), an industry collaboration using blockchain technology to support sustainable, responsible sourcing and production practices from mine to market.  Built on the IBM Blockchain Platform and assured by RCS Global Group, the RSBN is on track… Continue reading @FCA: FCA Joins ‘Responsible Sourcing Blockchain Network’ to Help Build a More Ethical Electric Vehicle Supply Chain

Press Releases – Global auto manufacturers call for resolution of WTO impasse

Brussels, 10 December 2019 – The EU, US, Japanese and Korean automobile manufacturers have joined forces to express their concerns about the impending blockage of the decision-making process in the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) appellate body structure. The global coalition of automobile manufacturers calls on all WTO member countries to swiftly resolve the current impasse… Continue reading Press Releases – Global auto manufacturers call for resolution of WTO impasse

Waymo’s driverless car: ghost-riding in the back seat of a robot taxi – The Verge

I’m in the middle seat of a Chrysler Pacifica minivan, heading north on Dobson Road in Chandler, Arizona, when I notice we may have taken a wrong turn. Under normal circumstances, I would just lean forward and ask the driver for an explanation. But in this case, that’s not possible. There is, after all, no… Continue reading Waymo’s driverless car: ghost-riding in the back seat of a robot taxi – The Verge

@Hyundai: The Secrets Behind Hyundai/Kia Motors’ Appreciation in Europe Robust Driving Performance Polished on European Roads

One of the reasons for increased popularity of Hyundai/Kia autos is that its driving performance is being developed to suit European tastes Interest in and penchant for automobiles in Europeans are special; they take pride in the fact that Europe is the birthplace of the automobile, where the automotive industry and driving culture have sprung.… Continue reading @Hyundai: The Secrets Behind Hyundai/Kia Motors’ Appreciation in Europe Robust Driving Performance Polished on European Roads

Fiat Chrysler challenges Italy tax agency over value of US business

Reuters Published 5:18 p.m. ET Dec. 5, 2019 | Updated 5:18 p.m. ET Dec. 5, 2019 Milan, Italy — Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has challenged a claim by Italy’s tax authorities over the valuing of its U.S. Chrysler business that could leave it with an unwanted tax bill just days ahead of an expected key merger… Continue reading Fiat Chrysler challenges Italy tax agency over value of US business

Exclusive: China’s Dongfeng plans partial sale of PSA stake – sources

China’s Dongfeng Motor will likely trim its stake in Peugeot owner PSA after hiring banks to study options, people close to the matter said.Fiat Chrysler and PSA announced in October they would join forces in a 50-50 share merger to create the world’s fourth-largest automaker, seeking scale to cope with costly new technologies and slowing global demand.Shrinking Dongfeng’s stake could help get the deal past U.S. regulators, at a time of heightened trade tensions between Washington and Beijing.

Aston Martin not actively pursuing new investors as opens SUV plant

ST ATHAN, Wales (Reuters) – Aston Martin (AML.L), which was reported this week to be the target of Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll, said it was not actively pursuing new investors on Friday as it opened a new factory to build its first sport utility vehicle. A name plate for the James Bond 1965 Aston Martin… Continue reading Aston Martin not actively pursuing new investors as opens SUV plant

China’s Dongfeng plans partial sale of Peugeot owner PSA stake

China’s Dongfeng Motor will likely trim its stake in Peugeot owner PSA after hiring banks to study options, people close to the matter said, in a move that could ease the French carmaker’s planned merger with Fiat Chrysler (FCA). Dongfeng has a 12.2% equity stake in the French carmaker, and would have about half of that in the… Continue reading China’s Dongfeng plans partial sale of Peugeot owner PSA stake