Hexagon Buys AutonomouStuff

Sweden’s Hexagon AB has acquired Morton, Ill.-based software developer AutonomouStuff LLC.

Audi and 3D

“Design is one of the most important buying decisions for Audi customers,” says the company’s Dr. Tim Spiering, who continues, “therefore it’s crucial we adhere to supreme quality standards during the design and concept phase of vehicle development.”

China’s CATL Eyes Germany for Battery Factory

Fast-growing Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. reportedly is close to deciding to build a huge factory in Germany to make batteries for electric cars.

GM, Honda Partner on Next-Gen Battery Tech

General Motors Co. and Honda Motor Co. have agreed to collaborate on developing cells and modules for advanced battery chemistries.

Press-Insertion Systems Deserve a Thumbs-Up

Waymo Looks for New Ways to Expand in Europe

Alphabet Inc.'s Waymo unit is studying how best to expand its autonomous vehicle technology into Europe.

GM and Honda Collaborating on EV Batteries

In 2003, Saturn Corporation wanted to provide an additional reason for people to buy its compact crossover, the Vue, so execs at Saturn did something that was almost unthinkable at the time: To create the high-performance Saturn Vue Red Line they turned to Honda to provide a 3.5-liter, 250-hp V6.

Mercedes Adds Parking Finder App

Daimler AG’s Mercedes-Benz unit is adding London-based Parkopedia’s parking application to its navigation system as part of the new MBUX user interface platform.

Volvo Vows to Double Sales by 2025

Volvo Car Corp.’s new business plan sets goals of doubling unit volume and hiking profit margins 50% in seven years, in part through increased sales to ride-hailing fleets.