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Mazda Launches Diesel-Powered CX-5 SUV in U.S.
After several delays, Mazda Motor Corp. is adding a diesel variant of its CX-5 SUV/crossover vehicle in the U.S.
Uber’s Self-Driving Tech Unit Worth $7.3 Billion?
Uber Technologies Inc.’s autonomous-car unit would be valued at $7.3 billion under a proposed new investment deal.
Report: Apple in Talks with Vehicle Sensor Suppliers
Apple Inc. has discussed possible deals with at least four companies to supply next-generation lidar sensors used in self-driving vehicles, sources tell Reuters.
Proterra to Lease Electric Bus Batteries
California-based electric busmaker Proterra Inc. is partnering with Japanese investment firm Mitsui & Co. to create a $200 million fund to support a battery leasing program.
Nio Plans Mobile EV Battery Charging Service
Shanghai-based electric vehicle startup Nio Inc. is introducing a service for owners of electric cars that will pick up their vehicle, take it away to be charged and return it.
Proposal to Ban Diesel Trucks in U.K. Deemed Unworkable
A proposal to ban diesel-powered heavy trucks in the U.K. by 2040 is impractical and unrealistic, operators claim.
Chinese Startup Partners with Pininfarina on Fuel Cell Concept
Wuhan, China-based Grove Hydrogen Automotive Co. teamed up with Pininfarina SpA to present a fuel cell-powered concept car at this week’s Shanghai auto show.
Daimler Invests $100 Million in Calif. Battery Developer
Daimler AG reportedly has spent $100 million to acquire a 10% stake in a California-based developer of next-generation battery technologies.
Musk Blames Panasonic for Battery Production Snag
CEO Elon Musk says Tesla Inc.’s output of Model 3 electric sedans is constrained by battery cell production inefficiencies on the part of partner Panasonic Corp., not a lack of actual installed capacity.
Volvo to Standardize V2V Tech in Europe
Volvo Car Corp. is standardizing its connected-car technology on all 2020-model vehicles in Europe.