Weeks after NASA decided to postpone testing of its next-generation Space Launch System to make repairs to the rocket, it’s ready to try again. Starting at 12:01AM on June 6th, technicians at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida will begin rolling out the spacecraft from the facility’s Vehicle Assembly Building. It will take approximately eight… Continue reading NASA’s Artemis 1 moon rocket heads back to the launch pad tonight
Category: News Type
Under the skin: The crash test robots making your car safer
Testing cars to destruction forms a vital part of development and global new car assessment programmes such as Euro NCAP have evolved benchmark crash tests to make sure all cars are up to scratch. The tests are carried out in controlled conditions to ensure consistent like-for-like comparisons, but there are also instances where testing in… Continue reading Under the skin: The crash test robots making your car safer
Gordon Murray follows V12 supercars with pair of electric SUVs
The Gordon Murray Group is developing a pair of mass-market-friendly electric SUVs for launch after the V12-engined GMA T50 and GMA T33 supercars, signalling the start of the company’s shift into the mainstream. The SUVs will be the first vehicles to ride on a bespoke new EV architecture currently under development at Gordon Murray Design… Continue reading Gordon Murray follows V12 supercars with pair of electric SUVs
Hyundai, Kia and Genesis to introduce more Europe-specific models
More Genesis, Hyundai and Kia models will be developed in Europe, for Europe, according to Tyrone Johnson, Europe R&D boss for the three brands. “We’ve been so successful [in our European operation] that we’ve been given more to develop on our own,” he said. Ultimately, the move means more bespoke models just for Europe, but… Continue reading Hyundai, Kia and Genesis to introduce more Europe-specific models
@FCA: Hagan and Dodge Power Brokers Back in Winner’s Circle with Victory at NHRA New England Nationals
June 5, 2022 , Epping, New Hampshire – Tony Stewart Racing took home their third Wally trophy of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Camping World Drag Racing Series season after Funny Car driver Matt Hagan powered his Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat from the No. 1 qualifier position to a fourth win in five years at… Continue reading @FCA: Hagan and Dodge Power Brokers Back in Winner’s Circle with Victory at NHRA New England Nationals
Ant Group’s digital wholesale lender ANEXT Bank soft launches in Singapore …
The Singapore-incorporated digital wholesale lender ANEXT Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the fintech giant Ant Group, announced its soft launch on Monday. The digital bank, which had received the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) nod to commence operations on June 2, will provide financial services to local and regional MSMEs, especially those engaged in cross-border… Continue reading Ant Group’s digital wholesale lender ANEXT Bank soft launches in Singapore …
Temasek-backed used car platform Carro secures $25m from Indonesia’s MPM Group
Singapore-based used car marketplace Carro has raised $25 million in fresh funding from Indonesia-listed consumer automotive company MPM Group, according to regulatory filings. Strategic investor MPM Group, a subsidiary of Indonesian conglomerate Saratoga Investama Sedaya, is engaged in automotive distribution, retail, aftermarket, insurance and transportation. Go to Source
EV Growth-backed IDN Media raises $23m in Series D funding
Indonesian media startup IDN Media has raised $23 million in Series D funding backed by existing investor East Ventures, according to regulatory filings. The company’s recent filings with Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), accessed by DealStreetAsia – DATA VANTAGE, showed that it issued about 1.5 million Series D preferred shares to six investors at $15… Continue reading EV Growth-backed IDN Media raises $23m in Series D funding
Vietnam-focused PENM Partners resumes raising fifth fund after COVID-induced delay
Danish private equity firm PENM Partners, which is focused on the Vietnam market, is set to resume raising its fifth fund this year or early next year, after a long delay due to COVID-19, said a top executive at the firm. PENM V will seek to raise $150-200 million, Hans Christian Jacobsen, managing partner of… Continue reading Vietnam-focused PENM Partners resumes raising fifth fund after COVID-induced delay
@Tata-JLR: ONE-OFF JAGUAR CLASSIC E-TYPE DEBUTS AT THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE PAGEANT
Jaguar Classic showcased a bespoke 1965 Series 1 Jaguar E-type Roadster at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pageant One-of-a-kind example showcases full capabilities of Jaguar Classic and its ability to comprehensively update E-types Special commission features unique paintwork inspired by the Union Jack, a 4.7-litre straight-six engine, five-speed gearbox, uprated suspension and brakes Bespoke interior completed… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: ONE-OFF JAGUAR CLASSIC E-TYPE DEBUTS AT THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE PAGEANT