Herbert Diess, Volkswagen's disruptor-in-chief, runs out of road
Diess set Tesla as VW’s benchmark, not traditional rivals such as Toyota or GM, but his habit of speaking his mind upset key people at the automaker.
Consensus-driven Blume will usher in new leadership era at Volkswagen
New VW Group CEO Oliver Blume has hammered home the importance of teamwork and bringing workers into decision-making — something his predecessor Herbert Diess struggled with.
Auto supplier Yanfeng saves millions with resusable cardboard
A packaging supplier is saving Yanfeng Automotive millions on its shipments from Mexico.
Nissan-Subaru dealer fosters inside talent with training
The Tech 120 Program is an all-expenses-paid technician recruitment and development program designed to help interested applicants with limited experience eventually become a master technician within the dealership’s main shop.
Amazon-owned Zoox eyes robotaxi field with spacious bespoke model
Self-driving tech company Zoox is getting ready to join a field of competitors carrying passengers in autonomous vehicles. The company offered a sneak peek in the Bay Area last week.