EXCLUSIVE-Panasonic aims to boost energy density in Tesla batteries by 20% -executive

* To boost energy density in “2170” battery cells in 5 years * Has cut cobalt content to less than 5% in Tesla batteries * Plans to commercialize batteries with no cobalt in 2-3 years * To produce high energy density “2170” cells in Nevada By Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO, July 30 (Reuters) – Panasonic Corp… Continue reading EXCLUSIVE-Panasonic aims to boost energy density in Tesla batteries by 20% -executive

Hero Electric partners Autovert Technologies to introduce subscription-based financing plans

Hero Electric, a leading two- and three-wheeler electric vehicle maker has partnered Bangalore-based fintech start-up Autovert Technologies for seamless alternative ownership models for Hero Electric’s new customers. Under this partnership, Autovert will allow Hero Electric customers to avail for subscription-based plans for an all-inclusive price at the time of a new purchase. The all-inclusive subscription… Continue reading Hero Electric partners Autovert Technologies to introduce subscription-based financing plans

Kia Motors India releases official sketches of production-ready Sonet

A week before the global reveal on August 7, Kia Motors India today released some more sketches of the interior and exterior of its upcoming Sonet compact SUV. The interior has been revealed for the first time. The production-ready Kia Sonet has a distinctive and dynamic design, as well as many first-in-segment features. First showcased at… Continue reading Kia Motors India releases official sketches of production-ready Sonet

Ceat Q1 muted, cost control limit margin contraction

Ceat, an RPG Group company, clocked a consolidated net loss of Rs 35 crore in Q1FY2021 as against a net profit of Rs 82.2 crore in Q1FY2020. On a consolidated basis, the company’s revenue for Q1 stood at Rs 1,120 crore down from Rs 1,752.10 crore a year ago. The EBITDA margins bettered analysts’ expectations on… Continue reading Ceat Q1 muted, cost control limit margin contraction

@Hyundai: Kia Motors India releases official images of all-new Kia Sonet

Muscular new compact SUV boasts Kia’s iconic design DNA and a bold and powerful stance Cabin combines sophistication and advanced ergonomics with sweeping shapes and striking technical details First-in-segment features include digital cluster, 10.25-inch HD touchscreen and Sound Mood Lighting Aimed at young–at-heart, tech-savvy buyers looking for a sophisticated modern design with fascinating features and… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia Motors India releases official images of all-new Kia Sonet

Qualcomm results suggest the 5G iPhone will be slightly delayed

Sponsored Links NurPhoto via Getty Images Qualcomm reported its Q3 2020 earnings on Wednesday (PDF), and of course the company informed investors about how the transition to 5G may boost its business. Also, it’s signed a global patent licensing deal with Huawei that apparently isn’t affected the US government’s ban on sales to the company,… Continue reading Qualcomm results suggest the 5G iPhone will be slightly delayed

Playing ‘Flight Simulator’ at home feels like meditation

Sponsored Links Hummm.  That sound has been playing on a quiet loop at the base of my brain for the past few days, propping up all of my other thoughts with soothing white noise. It’s the background tone of Microsoft Flight Simulator, which I’ve been playing in preview ahead of its full launch on August… Continue reading Playing ‘Flight Simulator’ at home feels like meditation