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German Handelsblatt: Silicon high-performance cells: Mercedes pimps the electric G-Class with the latest battery technology004320

Mercedes Benz G Class The off-road vehicle, mostly found in the city and often made even more powerful and environmentally harmful by factory tuner AMG, is to be electrified thanks to new battery technology. (Photo: imago images/Stefan Zeitz) Hardly any model series from Mercedes-Benz polarizes like the G-Class. Fans of the 2.5 ton off-road vehicle… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Silicon high-performance cells: Mercedes pimps the electric G-Class with the latest battery technology004320

German Handelsblatt: Electromobility: How BMW wants to make the lithium supply more sustainable004319

Elektroauto von BMW Über Start-up-Beteiligungen will der Münchener Autobauer der Konkurrenz bei neuen Technologien voraus sein. (Foto: Reuters) Es ist ein großes Hindernis für den Durchbruch der Elektromobilität: Die Preise für Lithium, das für die Batterien der Elektroautos essenziell ist, haben sich binnen Jahresfrist mehr als verfünffacht. Zudem ist der Abbau energieintensiv und hat einen hohen… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Electromobility: How BMW wants to make the lithium supply more sustainable004319

Argo AI Begins Driverless Vehicle Operations in Miami & Austin

“Argo is first to go driverless in two major American cities, safely operating amongst heavy traffic, pedestrians and bicyclists in the busiest of neighborhoods,” said Bryan Salesky, Founder and CEO, Argo AI. “From day one, we set out to tackle the hardest miles to drive — in multiple cities — because that’s where the density… Continue reading Argo AI Begins Driverless Vehicle Operations in Miami & Austin

German Handelsblatt: Electromobility: How BMW wants to make the lithium supply more sustainable004317

@Hyundai: Hyundai Mobis e-CCPM: Preparing for the Era of Purpose-Based Mobility

The era of ‘Purpose Built Vehicle (PBV)’ is approaching. But how is PBV different from current internal combustion engines? Most of today’s cars focus on driving and moving. The cabin is also designed to consider driving efficiency and the comfort of passengers. PBV, on the other hand, focuses on purpose – after securing as much… Continue reading @Hyundai: Hyundai Mobis e-CCPM: Preparing for the Era of Purpose-Based Mobility

NEW FUNDING FROM MAJOR AUTOMAKER POSITIONS MANGROVE LITHIUM FOR CENTRAL ROLE IN FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE EV MANUFACTURING

Investments to date pass $25M, accelerating launch of breakthrough technology VANCOUVER, BC, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Mangrove Lithium announced today it has closed a new investment round led by US-based BMW i Ventures (BiV) and joined by returning investor Breakthrough Energy Ventures (BEV). Mangrove will use these funds to accelerate the launch of a… Continue reading NEW FUNDING FROM MAJOR AUTOMAKER POSITIONS MANGROVE LITHIUM FOR CENTRAL ROLE IN FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE EV MANUFACTURING

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Beyond Tires Event 17/18 May 2022

On 17th and 18th May Goodyear showcased the work of their new ventures team at the Goodyear Innovation Center Luxembourg. Guests were able to test the next generation of Goodyear SightLine technology which is being created for autonomous vehicles of the future as well as drive on non-pneumatic tires fitted to a Tesla Model 3. … Continue reading Beyond Tires Event 17/18 May 2022

Hyundai discontinues production of Santro

It’s adios for the Santro. Hyundai will discontinue the production of the iconic hatchback at its Tamil Nadu plant. Launched first in 1998, the first-gen model was on sale till 2014. Again four years after that, Hyundai brought back the Santro as an Eon replacement. Pricey but key features missingHyundai reintroduced the Santro in 2018 at a starting price of around… Continue reading Hyundai discontinues production of Santro

Inside lavish car collection of ‘world’s youngest billionaire’ including £300k Lamborghini he got for his 1… – The Sun

MOST wealthy car collectors can at least drive the cars they own – but not this one. Mompha Junior is billed as the world’s youngest billionaire as son of wealthy African businessman Mompha Senior. 5 Rolls-Royce customers famously spend a huge amount making their cars bespokeCredit: INSTAGRAM @Momphajunior The Wraith is a two-door coupe Rolls-Royce… Continue reading Inside lavish car collection of ‘world’s youngest billionaire’ including £300k Lamborghini he got for his 1… – The Sun