Is U.S. buzz over ID Buzz enough to get it made here? VW exec now says maybe
In a noteworthy change of tone, Volkswagen of America's CEO said excitement over the brand's retro-styled EV minivan, the ID Buzz, is such that he and other VW leaders may have to rethink plans to keep its production anchored in Hanover, Germany......»»
CarNow hires ex-DirecTV, Cars.com exec as new CEO
Founder Andy Park remains a shareholder but will step away from a daily role at the auto industry digital retail technology provider......»»
From Tesla to Volkswagen, EVs are bringing new products and new looks
The industry evolution toward EVs is bringing exciting new models from startups such as Fisker and VinFast, while legacy stalwart VW adds some buzz with an EV minivan......»»
4th FTX exec pleads guilty, agrees to forfeit Porsche and other property
Ryan Salame hit with $1.6B judgment, but US accepts $6M and forfeited property. Enlarge / Ryan Salame, former co-chief executive officer of FTX Digital Markets Ltd., exits federal court in New York on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023. (cr.....»»
Musk calling shots on X content explains advertiser exodus, former exec says
Lawsuits won’t end the #StopToxicTwitter pressure campaign on X advertisers. Enlarge (credit: Chesnot / Contributor | Getty Images Europe) Recently, Elon Musk has made it clear that he blames advocates speaking out abo.....»»
Mini faces a challenge in bringing new EVs to market
BMW Group investment in North American EV output sets the stage for localized Mini production, a top exec says......»»
Rivian hires former Porsche exec Kjell Gruner as sales chief
Gruner, the former CEO of Porsche Cars North America, resigned in July after less than three years on the job. His title at Rivian is chief commercial officer and president of business growth......»»
Tim Cook and crew go full GTA in latest wallpaper from Basic Apple Guy
Basic Apple Guy is back with a slick new AI-generated creation that answers the question – what would Tim Cook and the exec crew from Apple look like in the style of Grand Theft Auto? Check out the free wallpaper below. more….....»»
"Past Lives" review: A winsome romance for the ages arrives on VOD
Sundance buzz can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can get an indie a sweet acquisition deal, critical praise, and even Oscar talk. On the other hand, "Sundance buzz" can backfire, serving as a short-hand for pretentious, navel-gazing dra.....»»
How Oppenheimer beat the Nazis
In Nazi Germany in 1938, scientists achieved the remarkable: they split an atom.When physicists at Princeton heard the news, they became a "stirred-up ant heap." Beyond the buzz of the discovery, other repercussions became quickly apparent: Not only.....»»
VinFast"s $85 billion market valuation pushes it past Ford, GM
VinFast's eye-popping valuation makes the company worth more than established automakers but the surge may fizzle out when the social media buzz subsides......»»
Amazon exec responsible for money-losers like Alexa and Fire Phone is departing
As of late 2022, Amazon's Alexa had reportedly lost the company $10 billion. Enlarge / Amazon's Astro, one of the hardware projects overseen by departing SVP David Limp. (credit: Amazon) Amazon senior vice president of d.....»»
Ford hires former Apple exec Peter Stern to lead new software services group
Peter Stern was named president of Ford Integrated Services, effective Monday, and will report to CEO Jim Farley......»»
Ford taps former Apple exec for hands-free driving project
Peter Stern, who previously oversaw Apple TV+ and iCloud, is to be the new president of a Ford division that stops short of being for self-driving cars, but wants to make driving more hands-free automatic.Former Apple executive Peter SternStern spent.....»»
Vivo Exec Teases Vivo Pad Air Design
Vivo's upcoming tablet makes an appearance. It looks like Vivo is getting closer and closer to launching its newest addition to its device lineup in the form of the Vivo Pad Air, a new Android tablet. With that in mind the device was teased.....»»
Apple Car exec facing SEC lawsuit over previous job at EV startup
One of the top executives working on Apple’s Project Titan self-driving car team is being sued by the SEC. Bloomberg reports that SEC is suing Ulrich Kranz “for allegedly breaking securities rules” during his time as CEO at the electric car sta.....»»
SEC sues Apple Car exec over securities rules at former employer
Ulrich Kranz, now a senior executive working on the Apple Car, and a former colleague have been sued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for incidents at their previous car firm.Apple exec suedKranz has a long history in the automotive in.....»»
iPhone is never going to get an easy battery replacement door
A law is approaching in the European Union that requires user-replaceable batteries — and one Apple exec is clear that it doesn't mean that a battery replacement door is coming to the iPhone.Taking a battery out of an iPhoneIn July, the European Un.....»»
Assault charges dropped for Ford exec
Franck Louis-Victor was arrested this month after a domestic dispute with his wife at his home in Michigan. He was accused of trying to burn two high-end handbags worth up to $20,000......»»
Auto industry exec, lawmakers stress China risk in revived AV policy debate
John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, likened the situation to the transition to electric vehicles, citing China's early strategic investments in EV technologies and its control of battery supply chains......»»
Goodyears adds 3 new directors, including former Ford exec Hinrichs
Goodyear said it will appoint new board members and launch a review of its business as part of a settlement with activist Elliott Investment Management......»»