Electrics rise in EU, Toyota still hedging EV bets, Nissan’s intelligent factory – the week
News editor Graeme Roberts reviews the week.
Future Audi SUVs – Q1 and Q9 coming?
Audi stated in June that it won't be phasing out ICE-power until the 2030s. Nonetheless,...
Audi cars for the 2020s and beyond
As buyers in the world's number one market continue to mainly prefer cars over SUVs, such vehicles have a big future and not just in China. Audi, for example, may have a vast armada of SUVs but it's also making plans for multiple new sedans.
Nissan future-ready with its intelligent factory
Nissan has recently unveiled its ‘intelligent factory’ initiative that will utilize AI, IoT and robotics for carbon neutral vehicle production. By Bakar Sadik Agwan
Future Volkswagen SUVs
This second of two features looking at what's likely to be ahead for Volkswagen's passenger vehicles examines crossovers, SUVs and pick-ups. It follows a recent round-up of selected new and next generation cars and MPVs.
The proportion of companies hiring for robotics roles rose in August
Top countries for Environmental, Social, and Governance Jobs, June-August 2021 (Source: GlobalData)
ESG hiring trends in automotive across the world - the US tops the table by a huge margin (from GlobalData's Jobs Analytics database)
| Country | Number of jobs |
|---|---|
| United States | 4035 |
| Germany | 285 |
| United Kingdom | 240 |
| India | 222 |
| Canada | 164 |
| China | 163 |
| Mexico | 110 |
| France | 107 |
| Thailand | 105 |
| Romania | 83 |
Latest News
Hybrids beat diesels in EU in Q3 sales race
Both battery electric cars and plug-in hybrids nearly doubled their share during the three-month period.
Italian parts makers fret over size after Stellantis merger
A majority who responded think their size could put them under pressure from the bigger carmaker to adapt to its demands.
US threatens compulsory chip data release
White House may make data disclosure compulsory.
BEVs not for everyone – Toyota
Automaker holds to its view more than one technology should be used to combat climate change.
Latest Themes
Denso Invests in cybersecurity specialist Dellfer
Supplier had previously invested in the company and signed a joint development agreement.
Skoda says Vrchlabí components plant CO2-neutral
Skoda parts plant CO2 emissions cut from 45,000 tonnes annually to 3,000 tonnes, mainly thanks to renewable energies.
SHIMA SEIKI Introduces World’s First ‘Wholegarment’ Knitting Machine
Concept: Japan’s industrial machine manufacturer SHIMA SEIKI has unveiled the world’s first WHOLEGARMENT knitting machine...
GOQii Launches Smart Fitness Band for Kids in India
Concept: Indian fitness technology startup GOQii has launched a new fitness band, Smart Vital Junior...
ATMO Launches Air Monitoring Device that Gives COVID-Risk Score
Concept: Californian startup ATMO has launched Atmocube, an indoor air quality monitoring system for businesses...
Google Unveils Digital Twin Tool for Logistics and Manufacturing
Concept: Google has introduced Supply Chain Twin, a new Google Cloud solution that facilitates companies...
Rewind Unveils SaaS Solution to Protect Enterprise Data
Concept: Canadian startup Rewind has launched a SaaS solution to protect enterprise data. The solution...
Siemens and ServiceNow Collaborates to Offer Cybersecurity to Oil & Gas Infrastructure
Concept: Siemens Energy and ServiceNow have collaborated to introduce a cybersecurity solution for the oil...
Expert Commentary & Analysis
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We take a look at GlobalData's job analytics database for hiring trends in cloud-related positions...
GR Supra – are four cylinders enough?
Most versions of Toyota's Gazoo Racing Supra come with a straight-six engine but BMW also...
Locking in EV raw materials, Hyundai hydrogen deal, JLR sales – the week
Deputy Editor Graeme Roberts reviews the week's most-read news and features.
Robotics hiring levels in the automotive industry rose in August 2021
We take a look at GlobalData's job analytics database for hiring trends in robotics related...