According to foreign media reports, Jaguar Land Rover’s chief financial officer Richard Molyneux told investors that the company’s main supplier Novelis plant was disrupted by flooding, which triggered a shortage of aluminum, which is the biggest obstacle the company is facing at present.Molyneux said the shortage of the key material will “limit the company’s production for the rest of this quarter and next quarter”. Molyneux said the shortage of key materials would “limit the company’s production for the remainder of the quarter and into the next quarter”. Flooding caused by torrential rains in July led to a temporary shutdown of Novelis’ plant in […]
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the 2024 SL63 S E Performance PHEV, a groundbreaking addition to the iconic SL roadster lineup. This latest model combines high-performance engineering with advanced plug-in hybrid technology, marking a new era for the renowned sports car. The 2024 SL63 S E Performance PHEV boasts a powerful hybrid drivetrain that merges a high-output 4.0-liter V8 engine with an advanced electric motor. Together, they deliver an impressive combined output of 791 horsepower and 737 lb-ft of torque, providing an exhilarating driving experience. The vehicle’s innovative hybrid system allows for an all-electric range, offering drivers the flexibility of short trips on electric power alone, while the V8 engine ensures […]
The China Automobile Dealers Association (“CADA”) today released the latest “China Automobile Dealers Inventory Alert Index” (VIA), showing that in July 2024, the VIA for Chinese automobile dealers reached 59.4%, representing an year-on-year increase of 1.6 percentage points but a month-on-month decline of 2.9 percentage points. The index is above the boom-bust threshold, indicating that the automobile circulation industry is in a sluggish zone. The month of July traditionally marks the off-season for the car sales, with overall performance remaining stable. Recently, several automakers, including BMW, announced their exit from the ongoing price wars in the Chinese auto […]
On July 31, autonomous driving solution provider Pony.ai and global multi-modal transport operator ComfortDelGro Corporation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 14th Singapore-Guangdong Collaboration Council Meeting. The partnership aims to accelerate the large-scale commercial deployment of autonomous taxis (Robotaxis). Pony.ai has pioneered city-level deployment of fully unmanned driving services in China, with approvals to operate unmanned Robotaxis in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen. ComfortDelGro, with a global taxi fleet of over 29,000 vehicles, brings extensive operational experience and fleet management capabilities. This collaboration marks a significant innovation in global mobility, showcasing a new cooperative model […]
The U.S. Commerce Department is expected to propose a ban on the use of Chinese software in self-driving and connected cars in the coming weeks, people familiar with the matter said, Reuters reported. The Biden administration plans to issue a proposed rule that would prohibit the use of Chinese software on self-driving cars in the United States at the L3 level and above, as well as prohibit the testing of self-driving cars made by Chinese companies on U.S. roads. The U.S. government also plans to propose a ban on vehicles equipped with Chinese-developed modules with advanced wireless communication capabilities on U.S. roads, the sources added. […]
2024/8/5 – The automotive dent repair industry is undergoing a technological revolution with the introduction of a new innovation that promises to significantly improve repair efficiency and quality, benefiting both car owners and repair professionals. The new technology, known as the “Smart Thermoplastic Repair System,” utilizes advanced heating and cooling techniques to precisely repair dents on vehicle bodies. This system allows for localized heating of the dented area, making the metal more pliable and facilitating more precise and efficient repairs. Compared to traditional methods, this new technology not only reduces repair time but also lowers costs. Industry experts point out that the introduction of this technology represents a […]