JUNE 29, 2021

Gamble Stepping Down as President of Embattled UAW

Gamble, 65, is resigning effective June 30 and will be replaced by Ray Curry, the union’s secretary-treasurer. Curry was elected by the UAW’s Executive Board, but the union rank-and-file will vote later this year on whether top officers should be chosen by direct election.

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for June 29

BMW M440i Reawakens Love of Open-Air Driving; Fisker Pear to Be Built in Wisconsin; F-150 Is Fastest Cop Car

All-in With EVs? Not So Fast

“Different options make the most sense” when it comes to alternative propulsion systems, says Toyota’s chief scientist.

Die-Caster Pace Industries Opens New Headquarters in Michigan

Pace initially plans to employ about 75 staffers at the new Novi office, which houses executive, engineering, sales and marketing functions.

Risks for Insurers in Rush Towards Driverless Tech

From TU Automotive
By defining these technologies, it becomes possible to understand their limitations, and then to inform drivers about them. With a clearer understanding of their capabilities and limitations, there will be fewer accidents and insurance claims.

Biden Plan Reworked, But It’s Not All Bad News for EVs

For Wards Intelligence Subscribers
President Biden’s massive $2 trillion infrastructure plan gets whittled down, with predictably less funding for vehicle electrification. But it’s not all bad news as charging still could get a big boost.

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