Maserati names FCA dealer network head as new North America chief

Al Gardner, Maserati North America chiefAs part of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Mike Manley’s executive shifts, Al Gardner has been selected to lead Maserati in North America. Harald Wester, Maserati’s chief operating officer, made the announcement on Monday, according to Automotive News (subscription required). Gardner will now report to Jean-Philippe Leloup, formerly of Ferrari…

Ford partners with Walmart for new self-driving delivery pilot

Ford partners with Walmart for self-driving delivery serviceFord has begun various trial delivery services with its self-driving car prototypes across the United States, but now it has announced its most ambitious program yet. The automaker said on Wednesday it has partnered with Walmart and Postmates for a self-driving delivery service. The program will see all sorts of goods from Walmart delivered to…

McLaren opens its new carbon fiber center, with some royal help

McLaren Composites Technology Center in YorkshireFor decades, McLaren has only operated one main production facility at its headquarters in Woking, England. That changed on Wednesday as the supercar manufacturer and race team officially opened its new McLaren Composites Technology Center. The new facility is settled in Yorkshire, England, and it will be responsible for the production of the…