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Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Luminar forms automotive council with industry veterans
Automotive technology provider Luminar has formed the Luminar Automotive Council (LAC), aimed at guiding the company's growth and promoting global auto safety. The council comprises former executives from automotive and governmental, and other related sectors, each bringing decades of experience from major manufacturers and government bodies. The council's primary role will be to assist Luminar in scaling its technology, particularly its next-generation Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), Luminar Halo, which is expected to drive broader adoption of the technology. Luminar Halo, intended for wide adoption in everyday consumer vehicles, features four new chip technologies from Luminar Semiconductor. Designed to be compatible with current Iris sensor systems, the Halo features a sleek design that can blend into a car's roofline or behind the windshield. The council's expertise will be pivotal in fostering relationships with OEMs, manufacturing partners, and other stakeholders, and in navigating industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory landscapes. Dr Dieter Zetsche, former CEO of Daimler and head of Mercedes-Benz, is a member of the council. Zetsche said: 'The automotive industry stands at the crossroads today, as technology and consumer demand combine to create a new moment for safety and autonomy. 'The opportunity is almost limitless, and I am happy to be collaborating with the Council and Luminar to facilitate new opportunities for Luminar and the greater adoption of its breakthrough safety advances.' The council includes retired Brigadier General Leo A. Brooks Jr, who brings his experience from senior roles at Boeing; Elaine Chao, former U.S. Secretary of Labor and Transportation; Brigadier General Leo Austin Brooks Jr (Ret.), former vice-president at Boeing; and Ralf Speth, former CEO of Jaguar Land Rover. It also includes Matthew Simoncini, former CEO and CFO of Lear Corporation; Jerome Guillen, former president of Tesla; Joe Hinrichs, former president of Ford; and Chris Charlton, chairman and founder of The Charlton Group. "Luminar forms automotive council with industry veterans" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
F1 Great Ayrton Senna Heads Automotive Hall of Fame Class of Inductees
The Automotive Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 Class, and it's a fast class to be sure. The class includes Formula 1 great Ayrton Senna, land-speed pioneer Betty Skelton, industry executive Dieter Zetsche and former Car and Driver automotive journalist David E. Davis. The Automotive Hall of Fame, located in Dearborn, Mich., recognizes individuals whose efforts helped shape the automotive and mobility marketplace. 'The 2025 class of inductees showcases the remarkable impact individuals have made on the automotive industry and its far-reaching influence,' said Sarah Cook, president of the Automotive Hall of Fame. 'This distinguished group of trailblazers and visionaries has shaped our industry in extraordinary ways, and we are thrilled to celebrate their achievements as they take their rightful place in the Hall of Fame.' The announcement was made in Naples, Florida, on Wednesday. This year's class: Davis, a ground-breaking writer for Car and Driver, founded Automobile magazine in 1985. He helped redefine automotive journalism by blending technical insights with cultural and emotional perspectives on driving. With more than 50 years in the industry, Davis became a mentor to young writers and set the standard for automotive journalism today. He died in 2011 at the age of 80. With three F1 World Championships, 41 wins and 65 pole positions, Senna is one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers of all-time. The Brazilian great died at the age of 34 in a crash at the San Marina Grand Prix at the famed Imola circuit in Italy. His legacy carries on through the Ayrton Senna Institute, which has been working for 30 years to improve public education and create opportunities for underprivileged children in Brazil. Skelton, who died in 2011, was a pioneer in both the fields of aviation and in automobiles and came to be known as the "First Lady of Firsts. And for good reason. Skelton was an acrobatic airplane pilot, Chevrolet Corvette test driver and daredevil speed racer. In 1954, NASCAR head Bill France Sr. invited Skelton to drive a pace car on Daytona Beach, where she set a women's record of 105 mph for stock-car speed on the beach. In 1956, Skelton joined General Motors' advertising partner, Campbell-Ewald, and became the first woman technical narrator at major auto shows. She soon began test-driving Corvettes. She also helped launch the magazine Corvette News (later called Corvette Quarterly). The first woman to drive an Indy car, Skelton also set land-speed marks at Bonneville Salt Flats and set a transcontinental speed record in 1956 from New York to Los Angeles when she covered the 2,913 miles in 56 hours and 58 minutes. Industry exectutive Dieter Zetsche is renowned for his transformative leadership that emphasized innovation, sustainability, and global expansion. Under his guidance, Daimler launched initiatives, including the Smart car and the EQ electric vehicle brand, solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable mobility. Zetsche's strategic focus on digitalization, connectivity, and autonomous driving propelled Daimler into the future. His visionary approach and charismatic leadership left a lasting impact on Daimler and the broader automotive industry.
