PSA shareholders approve merger with Fiat Chrysler
At a special shareholder meeting, the plan to form Stellantis was backed by more than 99 percent of the votes cast by the company's top investors, including the Peugeot family and Dongfeng Motor......»»
Astronomers find evidence that blue supergiant stars can be formed by the merger of two stars
An international piece of research, led by the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias (IAC) has found clues to the nature of some of the brightest and hottest stars in our universe, called blue supergiants. Although these stars are commonly observed,.....»»
Stellantis to recall about 285,000 U.S. vehicles over airbag inflator risk, NHTSA says
The recall covers certain 2018-21 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 sedans. About 10,285 vehicles are affected in Canada, 3,502 in Mexico and nearly 19,000 in markets outside of North America......»»
In a twist, Fiat could add gasoline engine option to 500e
The current ICE Fiat 500 will not be homologated for Europe after July, and the EV version's sales are slowing. A new gasoline variant could solve several problems for Fiat......»»
EU votes to ban riskiest forms of AI and impose restrictions on others
Lawmaker hails "world's first binding law on artificial intelligence." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | BeeBright) The European Parliament today voted to approve the Artificial Intelligence Act, which will ban uses of AI.....»»
Electric Fiat 500e drawing dealer interest ahead of launch
The brand's buzz-building strategy has prompted some dealers to ask about adding the single-vehicle line, Fiat North America chief Aamir Ahmed said......»»
Stellantis transmission plant opened in 2014 now up for sale
Predecessor Fiat Chrysler opened the plant in 2014 to build fuel-saving transmissions, but it was idled last June......»»
What makes black holes grow and new stars form? Machine learning helps solve the mystery
When they are active, supermassive black holes play a crucial role in the way galaxies evolve. Until now, growth was thought to be triggered by the violent collision of two galaxies followed by their merger; however, new research led by the Universit.....»»
AutoNation, Lithia making progress with captive finance companies
AutoNation and Lithia Motors, the two public franchise auto retailers with the ability to approve car loans for their own customers, said on fourth-quarter 2023 earnings calls they are making progress building those fledgling captive finance companie.....»»
NHTSA opens 2 probes involving Dodge Journey crossovers, Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrids
The two probes involve Stellantis' 2018-20 Dodge Journey crossovers and 2017-23 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans......»»
Apple will ‘break new ground’ in generative AI this year, Tim Cook teases
Apple CEO Tim Cook has a message for Wall Street. He believes Apple “break new ground” on generative AI this year. Cook’s latest AI hype comments came today during Apple’s annual shareholders meeting. more….....»»
Paramount ends Warner Bros. Discovery merger talks, continues mulling sell-off
Report: Paramount still contemplating selling to Skydance Media. Enlarge (credit: Paramount+) Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and Paramount Global are no longer considering a merger that would have put the Max and Paramoun.....»»
Everything went Apple"s way at the annual shareholders meeting
Apple's annual shareholders' meeting concluded with support for all of its proposals, and rejection of shareholder proposals, despite controversies and disagreements.Apple ParkApple held its annual shareholder meeting on February 28, with shareholder.....»»
Fiat delivers jolt of color, creativity with Panda-inspired concept electric vehicles
Fiat is showcasing what the iconic Panda City Car could look like in an electric age via a series of new concept cars featuring a modern twist......»»
Shareholders voted the way Apple wanted at the annual shareholder meeting
Apple's annual shareholders' meeting concluded with support for all of its proposals, and rejection of shareholder proposals, despite controversies and disagreements.Apple ParkApple held its annual shareholder meeting on February 28, with shareholder.....»»
Fiat to revamp lineup as the brand exits minicar segment
Fiat will launch new vehicles in four years including a ‘Mega-Panda,’ a pickup truck, a fastback and an SUV......»»
California regulators postpone decision on Waymo"s self-driving expansion plan
Waymo will wait a little longer to hear whether California regulators approve the self-driving tech company's ambitious expansion request......»»
California agency rejects Stellantis bid to void rivals" emissions deal
A California agency has rejected Chrysler-parent Stellantis's STLAM.MI bid to void a 2019 state emissions deal with rival automakers, according to a letter Reuters saw Tuesday......»»
Hankering for status found to drive non-executive directors to outstay effectiveness
Long-serving non-executive directors (NEDs) who can't wean themselves off the social status attached to belonging to the corporate board are failing shareholders and damaging the companies they are meant to serve, new research from the University of.....»»
Chrysler Halcyon EV concept ditches range anxiety
The Halcyon, a futuristic concept that represents the brand's intended direction, would wirelessly recharge while traveling on specially designed road lanes......»»
Chrysler Halcyon concept is a return to glory for the minivan brand
Chrysler plans to launch its first EV in 2025, and go all-electric by 2028. This concept car could preview one of those future electric models......»»