Automakers: Page 38

  • A closeup picture of a silicon wafer on display at Taiwan Semiconductor Research Institution.
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    Stellantis revamps its semiconductor strategy to ensure long-term supply

    The company wants to avoid supply chain disruptions, which significantly impacted global vehicle production and sales during the pandemic.

    By • July 19, 2023
  • Former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn speaks via video during a press conference at the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Japan on July 18, 2023, in Tokyo, Japan.
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    Carlos Ghosn says Nissan, Renault relationship strained, mulling ‘mini alliance’

    The former Nissan head said “the alliance was shattered” after his 2018 arrest on embezzlement charges.

    By • July 19, 2023
  • Workers use ChatGPT in a Mercedes-Benz factory.
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    Mercedes-Benz brings ChatGPT to factories

    The automaker is piloting the technology in its production process ahead of a global rollout.

    By • July 19, 2023
  • The Ford F-150 Lightning Pro electric pickup.
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    Courtesy of Ford Motor Co.
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    Ford cuts electric F-150 Lightning MSRPs by up to nearly $10K

    The automaker said it cut prices on its electric pickup lineup amid lower battery raw material costs and improved production efficiencies.

    By • July 18, 2023
  • Edge Cloud 4 Production uses local servers that act as a data processing center and eliminates the need for expensive, high-maintenance industrial PCs.
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    Audi deploys new cloud-based IT system in Germany factory

    The new control system paves the way for software and tools that support workers and vehicle diagnostics, predict maintenance needs and lower energy use, executives said.

    By • July 18, 2023
  • A closeup picture of a circuit board.
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    Automotive semiconductor shortage mostly resolved: S&P Global

    The semiconductor shortage that disrupted vehicle production over the past two years is just about over. But as vehicles become more complex, supply chain disruptions may impact production and sales.

    By • July 17, 2023
  • A blue 2024 Kia EV9 SUV on the road with snow-capped mountains in the background.
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    Courtesy of Kia.

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    Kia to invest over $200M in Georgia plant expansion

    The West Point expansion will enable the automaker to produce its first electric vehicle in North America.

    By • July 17, 2023
  • An automotive salvage yard in Europe.
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    Automakers blast EU proposal to make cars more recyclable

    The European Union may require automakers to use recycled plastic and help finance the cost of recycling old cars.

    By • July 17, 2023
  • A 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT does a burnout at a racetrack.
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    Courtesy of Stellantis
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    American muscle cars among deadliest vehicles on the road: IIHS

    Versions of the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Ford Mustang made up six of the 21 vehicles with the highest driver death rates for model year 2020, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

    By • July 14, 2023
  • Illustration of the Cruise Origin picking up a rider.
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    Courtesy of Cruise
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    Will NHTSA allow GM to deploy self-driving cars on public roads?

    If the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration grants the waiver, General Motors could manufacture 2,500 vehicles without driver controls annually for two years.

    By • July 13, 2023
  • Picture of the Renault Clio E-Tech full-hybrid Esprit Alpine.
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    Courtesy of Renault Group
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    Renault, Geely form joint venture for powertrain technology

    The joint venture aims to produce up to 5 million low-emissions internal combustion, hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines per year for multiple OEMs.

    By • July 12, 2023
  • A car mechanic using a computer.
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    Automakers, independent auto repair groups sign right-to-repair agreement

    The organizations plan to oppose state legislation that conflicts with the agreement and work together on federal legislation.

    By • July 12, 2023
  • A fleet of Rivian-produced electric vehicles.
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    Amazon deliveries made by Rivian EVs surge to 150M

    The e-commerce giant has deployed over 5,000 custom Rivian electric vehicles as it works to decarbonize its fleet.

    By Alejandra Carranza • July 11, 2023
  • The finish line and checkered flag racing
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    Where IT fits into Formula E racing

    Friedemann Kurz, head of information technology at Porsche Motorsport, detailed how IT pros supply real-time data to accelerate racing strategies.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • July 11, 2023
  • Two Volkswagen employees demonstrate the disassembling of an electric car battery.
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    Recycling batteries necessary to meet growing EV demand: Guidehouse

    Battery recycling could help automakers reclaim up to 98% of key raw materials for battery production, which make up nearly 80% of battery manufacturing costs.

    By • July 11, 2023
  • Volkswagen Group's new head of charging and energy Giovanni Palazzo.
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    Volkswagen overhauls its charging and energy business

    The automaker’s new head of charging and energy, Giovanni Palazzo, will oversee the addition of load management, energy market optimization and energy trading services.

    By • July 11, 2023
  • A picture of Stellantis' STLA Medium electric vehicle platform
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    Stellantis unveils global EV platform with driving ranges of up to 435 miles

    The STLA Medium electric vehicle platform features a 400-volt electrical architecture and will underpin passenger cars, crossovers and SUVs.

    By • July 7, 2023
  • A Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle parked at a Tesla Supercharger location.
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    Mercedes-Benz EVs to come with Tesla’s charging port in 2025

    The company is the first German automaker to announce the switch to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard plug for its future electric vehicles.

    By • July 7, 2023
  • A container ship.
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    Courtesy of Volvo Cars
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    Volvo Cars first global automaker to use biofuels for container ships

    The automaker aims to reduce ocean freight-related carbon emissions by 84% compared with fossil fuels.

    By • July 7, 2023
  • Former Porsche Cars North America CEO Kjell Gruner.
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    Porsche Cars North America CEO steps down

    The company has not selected a successor for Kjell Gruner but plans to announce one soon.

    By • July 6, 2023
  • The Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro, a battery-electric vehicle.
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    Courtesy of Volkswagen
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    Volkswagen investing over $1B in South America by 2026

    The automaker aims to grow its Brazil business 40% by 2027 and launch 15 electric and flex-fuel models in the region by 2025.

    By • July 6, 2023
  • The Toyota BZ4X electric SUV
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    Courtesy of Toyota Motor Corp
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    Toyota says ‘breakthrough’ in solid-state EV batteries could significantly drop costs

    An executive said the new technology would deliver ranges up to 745 miles and halve current battery size and weight.

    By • July 6, 2023
  • The Faraday Future FF91 electric vehicle.
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    Courtesy of Faraday Future
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    Faraday Future raises $90M despite production issues

    Investors also agreed to move up a previous commitment to invest $15 million in the company.

    By • July 5, 2023
  • The 2022 Chevy Equinox SUV.
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    Courtesy of General Motors
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    US new car sales to reach 15M vehicles in 2023: Cox Automotive

    Higher new-vehicle inventory levels have helped to boost sales, with June up 70% year-over-year.

    By • June 30, 2023
  • The Lordstown Motors Endurance electric pickup.
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    Lordstown Motors receives Nasdaq delisting notice after filing for bankruptcy

    Trading for the electric truck startup’s stock will be suspended July 7.

    By • June 29, 2023