Roborace Takes Guinness
Not driving in a fast car. . .
Uber Debuts Helicopter Service in NYC
Uber Technologies Inc. has launched a multimodal platform in New York City that includes a helicopter ride between lower Manhattan and John F. Kennedy International airport.
Antitrust Panel Questions Hyundai-Ola Deal
India’s antitrust commission has challenged Hyundai Group’s 6-month-old plan to invest $300 million in Ola Cabs, the country’s largest ride-hailing service.
Nissan Touts New Robotics Tech for Old Parts
Nissan Motor Co. says it has developed a cost-efficient way to produce replacement parts for discontinued vehicles.
2020 Corvette Convertible: Clever Design and Engineering
Yes, the very first Corvette (1953) was a convertible. So why not the C8?
UPS Approved for Drone Deliveries in U.S.
UPS has been approved by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to operate commercial drones.
Canadian Fuel Cell Company Forms China JV
Canada’s Loop Energy has formed a joint venture with China’s In-Power to develop fuel cell range extenders for trucks and buses in China.
Suzuki Readies Hybrid, Autonomous Concepts
Suzuki Motor Corp. will publicly unveil a pair of retro-styled concept vehicles later this month at the Tokyo auto show.
Renault Launches E-Mobility Consulting Unit
Renault SA has formed a consulting service to help fleet operators convert to electrified vehicles.
Tesla Acquires DeepScale
Tesla Inc. reportedly has acquired DeepScale Inc., a Mountain View, Calif.-based startup that specializes in machine learning technology for autonomous vehicle systems.