XPeng Unveils Beta Version Navigation Guided Pilot Function
Warm reception from auto & tech media in highway tests GUANGZHOU, China–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$XPEV #EV–XPeng Inc. (“XPeng” or the “Company”, NYSE: XPEV), a leading Chinese smart electric vehicle (“Smart EV”) company, unveiled the beta version of its NGP (Navigation Guided Pilot) highway autonomous driving solution this week in a series of media road tests in Guangzhou. […]
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles partners with Wipro to establish its first Global Digital Hub in India
Wipro will build a skilled talent pool for FCA ICT India and develop capabilities around futuristic technologies EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. & BANGALORE, India–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AshishSaxena–Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, today announced that it has been chosen as a strategic technology services partner […]
Desktop Metal to Acquire EnvisionTEC, Entering Market for Volume Production Polymer Additive Manufacturing
EnvisionTEC’s Category-leading Product and IP Portfolios Expand Desktop Metal’s Reach to Photopolymer 3D Printing, Digital Biofabrication, and Digital Casting Markets, Offering Go-to-Market Synergies Via Robust, Vertically-Focused Dental and Jewelry Channels BOSTON & DEARBORN, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$DM #3DP–Desktop Metal, Inc. (NYSE: DM), a leader in mass production and turnkey additive manufacturing solutions, today announced the signing of […]
Feel The Burn: Auto industry feels effects of global microchip shortage
Toronto, Ontario — Automakers in North America are starting to feel the effects of a global shortage of semiconductors, which has caused a crunch for manufacturers worldwide, adding a wrinkle to the industry’s attempted comeback from the COVID-19 crisis. Ford Motor Co. confirmed Friday that it will idle its Louisville Assembly Plant in Kentucky this […]
‘Everybody In’: To advance a zero-emissions future, GM invites a new marketing campaign
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors is debuting a new marketing campaign as part of the company’s comprehensive efforts to accelerate mass adoption of electric vehicles. The “Everybody In” campaign is a call to action meant to reflect a movement that’s inclusive and accessible. The company is also evolving its brand identity as GM transforms itself […]
EV/AV Report: January 18, 2021
Toronto, Ontario – In this week’s electric and autonomous vehicle report, the city of Vancouver is looking for someone to run a new electric tour bus charging station, Nova Scotia receives further funding to their EV charging grid and the APMA’s Project Arrow picks up a few key partnerships. Volt City The city of Vancouver […]
Chopping Block: ICBC approved for 15 percent auto rates cut
Victoria, British Columbia – Drivers in British Columbia could finally get some of the financial reprieve they have been asking for now that the BC Utilities Commission has approved a 15 percent cut to the crown insurance corporation’s basic insurance rates, effective May 1, 2021. The BC government has promised to drop the rates of […]
Breaking the Right Records: Kia Canada reports best-ever year in sales in Canadian history
Mississauga, Ontario — 2020 has proved to be a challenging year for all, so those who get the opportunity to celebrate some wins do so in a big way. In this case Kia Canada (Kia) crossed the finish line into the new year with record-breaking sales for 2020, despite the pandemic slowdowns. Kia saw not […]
Optimist Hour: Lorenzo D’Alessandro featured on Dave Luehr’s Positivity Summit
Toronto, Ontario — Lorenzo D’Alessandro, president of CSN 427 collision perfectly captured the theme of Dave Luehr’s Positivity Summit last week as he outlined the actions he’s taken to help Toronto, Ont. bodyshops thrive in the face of the pandemic. During Jan. 15’s Positivity Summit, hosted by Elite Bodyshop’s Dave Luehr and Ryan Taylor, CEO […]
Partners in Repairs: Fix Network welcomes ProColor Collision Mississauga Central
Mississauga, Ontario — Fix Network Ontario is pleased to welcome ProColor Collision Mississauga Central to the network, as the ProColor brand expands its footprint across Canada. The new ProColor Collision location is a 20, 000-square foot facility that reflects owner-entrepreneur Sam Maharj’s years of experience in the collision repair industry and his determination to incorporate […]
