Mobility

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 22, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 22, 2025 - From Textile Decline to Automotive Ascent, Spartanburg’s Story Mirrors BMW’s Global Rise

A bold decision with global impact

In 1992, a pivotal moment in South Carolina’s economic history unfolded when BMW announced it would build its first full production plant outside Germany in Spartanburg. At a time when the Upstate region was struggling with the loss of over 60,000 textile jobs, this decision represented more than just a corporate expansion—it was the dawn of an industrial renaissance.

“The Board of Management realized that they were going to have to leave Germany with some production for other parts of the world,” said Carl Flesher, then VP of Marketing for BMW of North America. “That was a huge decision, but boy did they make the right one.”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 - Volkswagen Levels Up In-Car Entertainment with PAC-MAN Championship Edition

Volkswagen brings classic arcade gaming to the road in partnership with Bandai Namco and AirConsole

Gaming meets mobility like never before

Volkswagen is transforming the in-car entertainment experience across Europe, announcing that the PAC-MAN™ Championship Edition is now exclusively available in more than 300,000 Volkswagen vehicles through the AirConsole In-Car App. With a dynamic blend of nostalgia and innovation, drivers and passengers can now enjoy immersive gameplay from the comfort of a parked vehicle—using a smartphone as the controller.

Immersive lighting turns your car into a gaming arena

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 - A new era of innovation on display in China’s automotive capital

Volkswagen’s latest reveal at Auto Shanghai puts the spotlight on a trio of electric innovations that mark a major step forward in the company’s “In China, for China” strategy.

Three distinct concept cars from Volkswagen’s Chinese joint ventures
Volkswagen is showcasing three exciting concept vehicles at Auto Shanghai 2025, one of the world’s most influential automotive exhibitions. The lineup includes:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 - Volkswagen launches future-focused initiative with new Amarok for South America

A regionally tailored approach for long-term impact
Volkswagen is driving its global future plan forward with a bold investment of 580 million USD in Argentina. The funding will support the development and production of a new generation Amarok pick-up truck—designed from South America, for South America—at the Pacheco plant starting in 2027. This move not only reaffirms the company's commitment to regional markets but also strengthens its presence in the strategically vital mid-size pick-up segment.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 21, 2025 - The new Volkswagen SUV hits showrooms across Europe
Volkswagen showrooms across Europe have welcomed a new member to the family: the all-new Tayron SUV. Just months after its world premiere, the latest addition to the Volkswagen lineup is now available, with first deliveries already making their way to eager customers.

“The Tayron is a real all-rounder among SUVs,” said Martin Sander, Board Member for Sales, Marketing and After Sales at Volkswagen Passenger Cars. “The high order intake and the initial feedback coming in from the dealerships confirms that we are meeting our customers’ needs and requirements with the new Tayron.”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 - Exclusive DR-Z First Editions Now Available for Pre-Order in Germany

Limited to Just 50 Units Per Model
Suzuki motorcycle fans in Germany have reason to celebrate as the all-new DR-Z4S Enduro and DR-Z4SM Supermoto are now available to pre-order as limited First Editions. These exclusive versions, limited to only 50 units each, come with specially tailored accessory packages at no additional cost—offering riders exceptional value with a price starting at €9,699.

DR-Z4S First Edition: Built for Adventure
The Enduro version, DR-Z4S First Edition, is equipped with a rugged engine guard, handguards, and brake disc protectors both front and rear. The added equipment brings a total savings of €385 compared to purchasing the accessories individually.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 - Bold innovation meets everyday utility in Suzuki’s first all-electric production model

Suzuki takes a major leap into the electric future
Suzuki has officially revealed comprehensive details of its first all-electric B-SUV, the e VITARA, set to launch in Germany this fall. Built on Suzuki’s newly developed EV platform, the e VITARA blends modern design, powerful performance, and practical features—all while staying true to the brand’s hallmark of reliability and adventure.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 - JTA advances future of mobility with major resolution approval

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) Board of Directors has unanimously approved Resolution 2025-07, a key move that enables the JTA CEO to reserve state-of-the-art autonomous shuttles for the continued development of the Ultimate Urban Circulator (U2C) program.

Strategic investment in autonomous technology

A bold commitment to innovation and infrastructure
The approved resolution grants the JTA CEO the authority to negotiate and execute the purchase of 14 autonomous shuttles, specifically the HOLON Mover, for Phase 1 of the U2C program—known as the Bay Street Innovation Corridor. As the project expands, the resolution also permits negotiations for up to an additional 86 vehicles, aligning with Florida’s Automated Transit Vehicle Procurement initiative.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 - Daimler Truck North America kicks off deliveries of cutting-edge autonomous-ready trucks to Torc Robotics

Daimler Truck North America has initiated delivery of its latest highway trucks to the autonomous testing fleet of Torc Robotics, a Daimler Truck subsidiary. These new vehicles are based on the fifth-generation Freightliner Cascadia, introduced in 2024, and are purpose-built with safety and autonomy in mind.

Delivering the next milestone in autonomous trucking

Advanced safety systems and production-ready autonomy hardware lead the charge

“Delivering the latest iteration of our autonomous-ready vehicle platform, including production-intent autonomy hardware, to Torc marks a significant milestone for Daimler Truck toward series maturity and scaling,” said Joanna Buttler, head of the autonomous technology group at Daimler Truck.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 20, 2025 - Reframing Safety in a Driverless Future

Carnegie Mellon University’s Philip Koopman to share insights on redefining safety without a human driver

As autonomous vehicle (AV) technology continues its rapid advancement, a key industry voice is urging a reassessment of how we define safety in the absence of human drivers. Philip Koopman, associate professor at Carnegie Mellon University and a globally respected authority on AV safety, will present his perspective at the ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo Europe 2025 in Stuttgart, Germany, this May.

The importance of a multi-constraint satisfaction framework

Why traditional safety metrics fall short in autonomous environments