The country is the world’s largest exporter of both copper and aluminium scrap, much of the outbound flow ending up in China. The United States hasn’t had a tin smelter since 1991. That year marked the closure of the Longhorn plant in Texas, which was built with federal funds in 1942 to reduce the country’s… Continue reading US targets scrap to close the critical minerals gap: Andy Home
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India’s smog-struck cities highlight urgent need for multi-modal EV solutions
Given that vehicles are the leading contributors to air pollution in Delhi, the urgency for sustainable solutions is more pressing than ever. New Delhi: With the national capital’s toxic smog levels soaring past 60 times the WHO’s recommendeddaily maximum and Air Quality Index (AQI) figures plunging into the and “severe-plus” category, India’s air quality crisis… Continue reading India’s smog-struck cities highlight urgent need for multi-modal EV solutions
EU chief launches new initiative to help struggling carmakers
This will bring key sector players around the table “to design solutions together as this industry goes through a deep and disruptive transition”, she said. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen announced Wednesday she will personally lead a new initiative to help Europe’s troubled car industry steer through “a deep and disruptive transition” that already… Continue reading EU chief launches new initiative to help struggling carmakers
Rupee eyes breathing room as dollar softens, US bond yields dip
Treasury yields retreated, with the 10-year yield dipping to a four-week low of 4.22%, after U.S. personal consumption expenditure (PCE) data came in along expected lines. The Indian rupee is expected to open flat to slightly higher on Thursday, supported by a pullback in the U.S. dollar index due to a dip in U.S. bond… Continue reading Rupee eyes breathing room as dollar softens, US bond yields dip
India cannot address problem of pollution without cutting fossil fuels import: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari New Delhi: India cannot address the problem of pollution without reducing import of fossil fuels, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Wednesday. Addressing ‘Times Drive Green Conclave & Awards 2024’ event, Gadkari further said a bio-fuel economy is very import today and it is in good position in India. He said… Continue reading India cannot address problem of pollution without cutting fossil fuels import: Gadkari
India & France need to expand aerospace and EV ties: Union Minister Piyush Goyal
“France is the 11th largest foreign direct investor for India and over 750 companies have their presence here, with 70 Indian companies working in France,” Goyal said. India and France can expand partnerships in aerospace, electric vehicles, agricultural and food processing for mutual benefit of both nations, commerce & industry minister Piyush Goyal said Wednesday.… Continue reading India & France need to expand aerospace and EV ties: Union Minister Piyush Goyal
Alt Mobility secures USD 10 mn Series A funding to accelerate EV adoption
Alt Mobility, an Indian electric vehicle leasing and asset management company, has raised USD 10 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Eurazeo, with participation from existing investors including Shell Ventures, Twynam Earth Fund, and EV2 Ventures. The funding will fuel the company’s expansion plans, including growing its fleet and developing its… Continue reading Alt Mobility secures USD 10 mn Series A funding to accelerate EV adoption
GHG emissions from transport could hit 2.4 bn tonne without action: TERI
Diesel demand will see significant growth, stabilizing at 411 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe) by 2070 unless measures are implemented. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from India’s transport sector are projected to increase sixfold from 391 million tonnes of CO₂ equivalent in 2020 to 2,416 million tonnes by 2070, according to a report by The… Continue reading GHG emissions from transport could hit 2.4 bn tonne without action: TERI
Mahindra conducts India’s first live EV crash test on XEV 9e
Mahindra stated that with these rigorous tests, it aims to set new safety standards in the automotive industry. The company positions the XUV 9e, along with the BE.06, as embodying its vision for safe and sustainable mobility. Mahindra recently conducted India’s first live electric vehicle (EV) crash test on its upcoming XUV 9e (eSUV), showcasing… Continue reading Mahindra conducts India’s first live EV crash test on XEV 9e
Why Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Fisker, And Jeep are recalling thousands of cars
Concerns over vehicle dependability have been raised by these recalls, and owners of impacted vehicles are being asked to act quickly. Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Fisker, and Stellantis (the parent company of Jeep) all issued significant recalls last week that affected thousands of cars due to safety hazards and technical concerns. Concerns over vehicle dependability have… Continue reading Why Hyundai, Kia, Honda, Fisker, And Jeep are recalling thousands of cars