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Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. This week’s news includes a BMW security lapse that exposed sensitive information, blowback from a federal agency over an anti-TeslaSuper Bowl ad and a new federal investigation intoFisker.
But first, some words about my recent visit to Detroit, where I met with a fewFordexecutives to find out what they’re focused on for 2024 and beyond.
During a recent interview at the company’s headquarters, Ford CFO John Lawler discussed the competitive landscape with reference to Chinese EV automakers and Tesla, emphasizing the need for a low-cost EV and cutting-edge software to counter these threats. Lawler also emphasized a long-term perspective, warning that Chinese automakers are aggressively building their footprint and their brands for the future.
CEO Jim Farley also discussed cost savings and vehicle quality in a recent interview at Wolfe Research’s Global Auto and Auto Tech Conference in New York.
A little bird pointed us to a recent filing regardingFaraday Future that got our attention. The company may lose its LA headquarters due to a lawsuit filed by the landlord for unpaid rent amounting to close to $1 million.
For a comprehensive list of key deals and developments, check out our latest edition, which covers companies like Celadyne, Revel, Roam, Skylo Technologies, and Velocys.
For more in-depth insights and news tidbits on ADAS, autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, charging, batteries, ride-sharing, and ride-hailing, make sure to read through our Notable Reads and Other Tidbits section.
And don’t miss our detailed review of the2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E, focusing on the hands-free active driver assistance system, BlueCruise.
