Toyota launches new software company in bid to build better cars
Toyota said one goal is to create a more agile “software-first” development process for cars. Toyota’s push to strengthen its software firepower comes as rivals make similar moves.
Jaguar Land Rover to be led by ex-Renault chief Bollore
Thierry Bollore will replace Ralf Speth, who is scheduled to retire, the company said in a stock exchange filing. The move will be effective Sept. 10.
Mars rover set to launch from Florida in search of ancient life on the Red Planet
In early March, when out of thousands of name ideas for NASA’s new Mars rover 13-year-old Alexander Mather’s suggestion of “Perseverance” was chosen, no one foresaw the prescient message it would carry as the coronavirus pandemic capsized American life.
Universal coaster hasn’t been announced, but it’s making noise with fans
Unannounced Universal Orlando roller coaster changes theme-park skyline
Nissan expects $4.5B operating loss for year as pandemic hinders turnaround
The result would be the second consecutive fiscal-year loss for the automaker as it struggles with the coronavirus crisis, its troubled alliance with Renault and the arrest of former chief Carlos Ghosn.