A month after it announced plans to begin a battery sharing service for electric rickshaws in India, in the first half of 2022, using its all new portable and swappable batteries christened ‘Honda Mobile Power Pack e:’, Honda has set up an India subsidiary. Honda Power Pack Energy India, Honda’s new subsidiary for battery sharing… Continue reading Honda to make swappable EV batteries in India, sets up sharing service subsidiary
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Thomas Schafer: ‘India 2.5 is an initial idea but maybe it has a 3.0 and a 4.0’
On October 14, the Volkswagen Group gave Skoda Auto full charge for developing the Group’s existing MQB-A0 Global Platform. The move comes on the heels of Skoda’s specially adapted MQB-A0-IN platform for the Indian market. Skoda is drawing on its high level of development expertise, ability to coordinate complex Group projects and experience in entry-level… Continue reading Thomas Schafer: ‘India 2.5 is an initial idea but maybe it has a 3.0 and a 4.0’
Mercedes-Benz partners Factorial Energy to develop solid-state battery tech
L-R: Markus Schafer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG and Siyu Huang, co-founder and CEO of Factorial Energy. En route towards a fully electric future, Mercedes-Benz is joining forces with US-based Factorial Energy to jointly develop next-generation battery technology with the aim of testing prototype cells as early as… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz partners Factorial Energy to develop solid-state battery tech
Pininfarina reveals Foxconn’s 750hp Model E with 750km range at Hong Kong MotorXpo
Italian styling studio Pininfarina has taken the covers off its new creation, the electric Model E sedan sedan for Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), at the International MotorXpo Hong Kong (IMXHK) 2021. Foxconn is a global leader in smart manufacturing and is diversifying into electric vehicles.The Model E will be on display from December 1-5 in… Continue reading Pininfarina reveals Foxconn’s 750hp Model E with 750km range at Hong Kong MotorXpo
Ather Energy plans second plant to be ready for 2022
Ather Energy has commissioned its second manufacturing facility in Hosur which is going to be ready by 2022. The company plans to manufacture 400,000 units per annum while the current capacity is at 120,000 units. Ather, had earlier this year, set up its first plant in Hosur. Tarun Mehta, Co-Founder and CEO, Ather Energy said, “Customers… Continue reading Ather Energy plans second plant to be ready for 2022
BorgWarner targets EV makers with Integrated Drive Module
With an ever-growing trend towards electric propulsion there is also an increasing demand for flexible electrification components that meet the requirements of different vehicle architectures. By permanently enhancing the portfolio through development of innovative technologies and acquisitions that contribute to the company’s expertise, BorgWarner has positioned itself to accelerate its growth in electrification products and… Continue reading BorgWarner targets EV makers with Integrated Drive Module
Hyundai Mobis develops automated system for parking in tight spaces
Mobis Parking System enables Narrow Space Assistance (NSA), Reverse Assistance (RA), and Remote Smart Parking Assistance (RSPA). Being tested at Hyundai Mobis Seosan Proving Ground. Drivers no longer have to worry about passing a narrow street or facing a car ahead at a dead end even when they are inexperienced. Hyundai Mobis says it has… Continue reading Hyundai Mobis develops automated system for parking in tight spaces
Volkswagen India begins production of new Tiguan ahead of December launch
Gurpratap Boparai, Managing Director, SAVWIPL and Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India at the rollout of the made-in-India Tiguan. Volkswagen Passenger Cars India has commenced start of production of the Tiguan SUV at its Aurangabad plant. Built on the VW Group’s MQB platform, the five-seater Volkswagen Tiguan has a sharp design, enviable performance,… Continue reading Volkswagen India begins production of new Tiguan ahead of December launch
Zeon Charging to set up 400 EV chargers across Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu-based electric charging infrastructure company Zeon Charging has confirmed plans to invest Rs 250 crore in setting up EV charger infrastructure in the State. An MoU to that effect was signed recently in the presence of Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, M K Stalin at the Tamil Nadu Investment Conclave 2021 in Coimbatore. Early this year,… Continue reading Zeon Charging to set up 400 EV chargers across Tamil Nadu
Ford and Rivian scrap plans to co-develop EV
Ford and electric vehicle start-up Rivian have scrapped plans to jointly develop an EV after mutually deciding to focus on their own projects. Ford CEO Jim Farley confirmed the decision to Automotive News and said the firm will now proceed with increasing global EV production to 600,000 annually by 2023. “Right now, we have growing confidence in our ability to win… Continue reading Ford and Rivian scrap plans to co-develop EV