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@Honda: HONDA’S HR-V e:HEV OUTPERFORMS RIVAL POWERTRAINS IN REAL-WORLD TESTING

Honda’s e:HEV proven to be more efficient than both competitor mild and plug-in hybrid systems over a prescribed route e:HEV is the most practical everyday solution for most driver needs, with no need to plug in, no range anxiety and ultra-low emission driving Honda’s new HR-V, CR-V, Jazz, and forthcoming all-new Civic are offered exclusively… Continue reading @Honda: HONDA’S HR-V e:HEV OUTPERFORMS RIVAL POWERTRAINS IN REAL-WORLD TESTING

BorgWarner’s heater tech used in BMW iX and i4

American tier 1 supplier BorgWarner has provided its High-Voltage Coolant Heater (HVCH) for BMW Group’s iX and i4 fully electric architecture. The company says the solution controls the battery’s thermal management and cabin heating and contributes to significantly enhancing the driving range and durability of the battery. Joe Fadool, president and general manager, BorgWarner Emissions,… Continue reading BorgWarner’s heater tech used in BMW iX and i4

Ola Electric has its work cut out now

For Anant Patil, a Belgavi-based businessman, the experience with Ola Electric has been a mixed bag. As he puts it, while the delivery process was “acceptable”, the wait for his S1 Pro scooter was a never ending ordeal. After weeks of follow ups and reassurances coming in from the company on the scooter having been despatched from the… Continue reading Ola Electric has its work cut out now

@GM: Chevrolet Silverado EV Makes Commercial Debut at Big Game

Chevrolet Silverado EV Makes Commercial Debut at Big Game Reimagined title sequence of “The Sopranos” features Silverado EV in starring role 2022-02-13 DETROIT – The first-ever Chevy Silverado EV made its commercial debut during the big game in “New Generation,” a modernized version of the opening sequence from the classic show “The Sopranos.” The HBO series,… Continue reading @GM: Chevrolet Silverado EV Makes Commercial Debut at Big Game

Tesla (TSLA) is reportedly receiving competing bids for second Gigafactory in China

Tesla (TSLA) is receiving competing bids for a second Gigafactory in China, according to new documents released by a Chinese province. The automaker said that it expects to announce a new factory location this year. Tesla currently operates two main factories, Tesla Fremont and Gigafactory Shanghai, and it has Gigafactory Texas and Gigafactory Berlin slowly… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) is reportedly receiving competing bids for second Gigafactory in China

Auto suppliers push back as carmakers press them for cost savings

Auto suppliers push back as carmakers press them for cost savings News Sports Autos Business Michigan Life + Home Entertainment Opinion Obituaries Gabrielle Coppola Bloomberg The anti-vaccine protests choking off a critical trade route between the U.S. and Canada this week are just the latest drama for an auto supply chain increasingly fraught with tension.… Continue reading Auto suppliers push back as carmakers press them for cost savings

Drayton Motors acquires Cropleys Suzuki in Boston Lincolnshire

Drayton Motors has announced its acquisition of Cropleys Suzuki in Boston, Lincolnshire. This adds to its current portfolio of three Kia dealerships in Boston, Grantham and Louth, one Maxus dealership in Louth and two Autohub Used Car operations in Gainsborough and Louth. Drayton Motors Director, Darren Bradford, said: “Cropleys Suzuki is a well-established business with… Continue reading Drayton Motors acquires Cropleys Suzuki in Boston Lincolnshire

@Toyota: Our Next Frontier: Toyota Ventures Climate Fund

By Jim Adler “Avoiding climate breakdown will require cathedral thinking. We must lay the foundation while we may not know exactly how to build the ceiling.” -Greta Thunberg 2021 was a busy year for the Toyota Ventures team. Not only did we change our name in June, we also announced an expanded investment thesis and… Continue reading @Toyota: Our Next Frontier: Toyota Ventures Climate Fund

@Toyota: Toyota Ventures Climate Fund: Bridging the Gap Between Headwinds and Innovation

By Lisa Coca, Partner, Climate Fund When I was first approached regarding the partner position for Toyota Ventures’ newly-minted Climate Fund, I was completely over-the-moon with the idea of returning to the world of climate tech, having spent time on the scene of cleantech 1.0 during my days at General Electric. My excitement was also… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Ventures Climate Fund: Bridging the Gap Between Headwinds and Innovation