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Ivy Impact: Preparing aspiring auto technicians for careers in the local automotive industry
<!– Hide Mobile side –> SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Ivy Tech’s Automotive Technology program gives students a chance to put the pedal to the metal, getting hands-on experience in the school’s very own auto shop. A student in the program, Jacob Escobedo says, “right away you get to learning. You’re hands on. I can change oil, do…
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V2G Today: Creating New Value Streams for Automotive OEMs
Verizon’s Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities While Industry 4.0 is ushering in fundamental changes to how businesses across all industries get work done, one thing that never changes is the need for reliable energy, water and gas utility services. Whatever your Industry 4.0 goals are, our connected technologies and solutions can help you quickly and safely…
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Boeing is going with Wisk to plan flying robot cars for Asia in 2030
US-headquartered Boeing has ambitious plans to foray into the flying cars business in Asian markets by the end of the decade, as per the company’s chief technology officer, Todd Citron. Boeing hopes its subsidiary Wisk Aero’s tech will help address traffic woes in Asian cities. Two years ago, Boeing invested in Wisk’s technology after it…
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Mirai Owners Sue Toyota Over Failure Of Hydrogen Technology
Mirai means “future” in Japanese. When Toyota made a big bet that hydrogen was the future of driving, naming its first hydrogen-powered Fuel Cell EV the Toyota Mirai seemed a fitting move for those huge ambitions. Things haven’t worked out that way. As early adopters found out, the Mirai wasn’t the ideal future that so…
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Five key factors driving the sharp increase in auto insurance costs
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry. I’m Steve Greenfield from Automotive Ventures, and I’m glad that you could join us. A great article by Keith Naughton at Bloomberg…
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Chinese auto tech should be banned at US bases, lawmakers say: Report
By: Bloomberg | Updated on: 19 Apr 2024, 14:04 PM Share via: The authors cite potential data and cyber-security risks posed by so-called connected vehicles that capture massive amounts of personal data. (Image used only for representative purposes) US lawmakers urged the Pentagon to bar internet-connected vehicles with Chinese technology from entering US military bases,…
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Infosys Announces Acquisition of In-tech, Strengthening Presence in Automotive Industry
Infosys has revealed its definitive agreement to acquire in-tech, a leading Engineering R&D services provider focused on the German automotive industry. This strategic move underscores Infosys’ commitment to the automotive ecosystem and marks a significant expansion of its footprint across Europe. Advertisment Dinesh Rao, EVP & Co-Delivery Head, Infosys, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating,…
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China’s EV tech offers opportunity for Pakistani auto industry
China has firmly established itself as a global leader in EV technology, providing an opportunity to the Pakistani auto industry to leverage this momentum for its growth. Talking to WealthPK, Aisha Moriani, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication, said Pakistan’s automotive industry faced both opportunities and obstacles due to the increasing…
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Bajaj Auto appoints Abraham Joseph as MD, Ramtilak Ananthan as CTO of Chetak Tech
Bajaj Auto has appointed from April 1, 2024, Ramtilak Ananthan as the new Chief Technology Officer of the company. Additionally, Abraham Joseph is appointed as the new Managing Director of Chetak Technology Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the company focusing on new and innovative mobility solutions.
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Xcite Automotive Enhances Dealership Service Offerings with Strategic Acquisition of Pinnacle Automotive and Adds Two Board Members
CHICAGO, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Xcite Automotive, the leader in automotive technology services, today announced its acquisition of Pinnacle Automotive, including its Diamond Dealer Services and Diamond Digital PRO platforms. This strategic expansion significantly augments Xcite’s service capabilities, particularly its ReconLogic platform and reconditioning services. The move underscores Xcite’s commitment to driving efficiency and innovation…
