Steve Girsky, the automaker’s former vice chairman who runs the special-purpose acquisition company that took Nikola public through a reverse merger, has said the startup was thoroughly analyzed before discussions began with GM.
Carnival Cruise Line announced another two ships leaving its fleet in the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic shutdown.
The Portofino M produces more than 600 hp from a V-8 turbo engine. It also features a new eight-speed gearbox, replacing the previous seven-speed unit, and can now be driven in a new race mode.
The move, which follows earlier GM initiatives on next-generation batteries, comes as the automaker looks to build a vertically integrated electric car business, comparable to Tesla, inside its ongoing operations.
A House committee issued a scathing report Wednesday questioning whether Boeing and government regulators have recognized the problems that caused two deadly 737 Max jet crashes and whether either will be willing to make significant changes to fix them.