Automakers urged to collaborate with defense industry

Bolton’s lawyer, Charles Cooper, issued a statement following The NYT story saying the book manuscript was provided to the National Security Council for a pre-publication review on Dec. 30, 2019. Cooper did not address the substance of what The NYT reported from the manuscript, saying only that “information has been disclosed by persons other than those properly involved.” … [Read more...] about Report: John Bolton Undercuts Trump’s Main Ukraine Defense In Book Manuscript

The three cars, which share a clear, straightforward design language in perfect Pininfarina style, are all equipped with the cutting-edge technology developed by HK for the traction system, with battery, electric motors with a power rating of over 300 kW, control unit and a range extender that enables a range of over 1000 km to be achieved. The three models are capable of reaching a top speed of 250 kph and acceleration from 0 to 100 kph in 4.5 seconds (the saloon) and 4.7 seconds (the SUV). It is exactly this advanced technology, together with better ergonomics and sophisticated materials, that embody the philosophy of the Hybrid Kinetic Group. … [Read more...] about The Pininfarina K350 Concept Is A 400-HP All-Electric SUV

Geneva marked the auto show debut of Aston Martin’s new Vantage sports car — the automaker’s thoroughbred twin-turbocharged V8 sports coupe. The racer is in the final stages of an intensive development programme ahead of its international race debut at the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (in Belgium) in May. … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz unveils A-Class sedan to take on Audi A3,Volvo S60

Uconnect 5 uses a cloud-based platform to power connectivity and deliver a full array of services, including the Uconnect Market in-vehicle commerce platform. The feature gives customers the opportunity to conveniently order food, find the nearest gas station, save money on fuel purchases and make dinner reservations, all from the comfort of the vehicle. With the new platform, FCA owners will be able to skip lines and save time by ordering (and paying for) food and beverages, reserve a table on the way to their favorite restaurant or locate and securely authorize pump- and-pay fuel at participating locations. Drivers can also locate and pay for nearby parking and schedule service appointments at FCA dealerships, all while in the vehicle without having to reach for a physical credit card. … [Read more...] about Uconnect 5 Update Brings Faster Speeds, 12-Inch Screens

HIGHLIGHTS: The city has high levees protecting it from flooding along the Yangtze and one of its most famous landmarks is the scenic but heavily polluted East Lake. The ancient, five-story Yellow Crane Tower, rebuilt several times, is featured in famous Tang dynasty poems. Wuhan is called one of the “furnaces” of the Yangtze, thanks to its extremely hot and humid summers. … [Read more...] about Chinese city at center of virus outbreak a major crossroads