John Krafcik, CEO Of Google’s Self-Driving Car Project, To Keynote Kickoff Of Automobili-D Event
AutoMobili-D will run in conjunction with the 2017 NAIAS Press Preview and will feature more than 100 technology and mobility-focused companies from around the world, including automakers, Tier 1 suppliers and tech startups.
Ford Targets Fully Autonomous Vehicle For Ride Sharing In 2021
The company is investing in or collaborating with four startups to enhance its autonomous vehicle development, doubling its Silicon Valley team and more than doubling its Palo Alto campus.
Startup Autobahn: Daimler Brings Business Accelerator To Stuttgart
Daimler has established Startup Autobahn together with Silicon Valley accelerator Plug and Play, the University of Stuttgart and ARENA2036. The group’s focus will be on ideas and projects associated with the future of mobility.
Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Launch Tech USA For Outstanding Solutions For The Automotive Diagnostics Aftermarket
Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents its Frost & Sullivan Customer Value Leadership Award to the company that has demonstrated excellence in implementing strategies that proactively create value for its customers with a focus on improving the return on the investment that customers make in its services or products.
Toyota Boshoku To Establish Office In Silicon Valley
With this move, the company strengthens its advanced technology research on automated driving and automobile interiors.
HUBB Welcomes Mark Doran As Vice President Of Fleet And Performance Products
In this role, Doran will be responsible for sales of HUBB oil filters to performance, fleet and auto repair shops, as well as parts distribution markets.
VMAC Names New Vice President Of Marketing And Sales
Gordon Duval will provide executive leadership and management of VMAC’s worldwide marketing and sales organizations, with a focus on driving the company’s efforts in positioning itself as a leader in vehicle-mounted air solutions.
Global Auto Execs Now Embracing Autonomous And Connected Car Technologies, According To KPMG Study
In the study, 38 percent of global auto execs said autonomous vehicles are an extremely important trend in the industry, up from just 3 percent last year. Similarly, 50 percent said connected car technology is extremely important, compared with just 8 percent last year.
On-Demand Warehousing Business Raises $4.4M In Seed Investment
Flexe, an online marketplace that connects businesses in need of flexible warehouse space to more than 200 warehouse operators with available space across North America, has closed on $4.4 million in seed investment led by Fritz Lanman, Hank Vigil, Second Avenue Partners and SV Angel.
China Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (CAAPA) Fills Three Key Executive Positions
The first-ever Chinese program distribution group is now poised to launch the Auto Value Brand in the world’s fastest-growing aftermarket.
