Lucid Motors Opens Reservations For Lucid Air In Europe

Lucid Motors announced it has begun accepting reservations for its Lucid Air luxury, sports sedan in its second major market – Europe, with a refundable reservation fee of about $1,000 USD (equivalent). Since the European market is quite differential, Lucid starts with select countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden,… Continue reading Lucid Motors Opens Reservations For Lucid Air In Europe

OXIS Energy Li-S Cells: Almost At 500 Wh/kg, New Target 600 Wh/kg

OXIS Energy, the well-known lithium-sulfur (Li-S) battery cell developer from the UK, announced this week that is close to achieving an energy density of 500 Wh/kg. The company said that it has successfully tested its cell prototypes at 471 Wh/kg, and is confident in achieving 500 Wh/kg within 12 months. Currently, OXIS Energy supplies its… Continue reading OXIS Energy Li-S Cells: Almost At 500 Wh/kg, New Target 600 Wh/kg

Hyundai Kona Electric Is autoTrader.ca’s Best Affordable Green Car

Hyundai and Kia are currently selling some of the best and most compelling electric vehicles on the market. They are not the most luxurious or the fastest, but they are honest and,  most importantly, they provide excellent range. The Hyundai Kona Electric is one of the most popular, and its popularity stems from its mix… Continue reading Hyundai Kona Electric Is autoTrader.ca’s Best Affordable Green Car

Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market

Brussels, 22 January 2020 – Forecasting the first downturn in EU car sales in seven years this year, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) today outlined the major challenges faced by the EU auto industry, as it embarks on the transition to carbon-neutral transport. “One of the biggest drivers of change for our sector is… Continue reading Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market

Publications – Paving the way to carbon-neutral transport: 10-point plan to help implement the European Green Deal

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) strongly believes that carbon-neutral road transport is possible by 2050. This, however, will represent a seismic shift, requiring a holistic approach with increasing efforts from all stakeholders. Indeed, ACEA members are fully committed to deliver the ambitious 2025 and 2030 CO2 reduction targets, but the industry needs legal certainty… Continue reading Publications – Paving the way to carbon-neutral transport: 10-point plan to help implement the European Green Deal

Zomato Buys Uber’s Food Delivery Business in India

Zomato, an Indian food app provider, acquired Uber’s food delivery business in India. The an all-stock transaction gives Uber 9.99% ownership in Zomato. The acquisition strengthens Zomato’s position in the food delivery business category. Uber Eats in India will discontinue operations and direct restaurants, delivery partners, and users of the Uber Eats apps to the… Continue reading Zomato Buys Uber’s Food Delivery Business in India

Jaguar Land Rover to cut up to 500 jobs at Halewood factory

Jaguar Land Rover JLR’s night shift cuts come amid £2.5bn cost saving drive to invest in electric vehicles An employee uses a robotic arm to fix an alloy wheel to the hub of a Range Rover Evoque. Photograph: Bloomberg/Bloomberg/Getty Jaguar Land Rover, Britain’s largest carmaker, has revealed that as many as 500 jobs are at… Continue reading Jaguar Land Rover to cut up to 500 jobs at Halewood factory

Car Rental Fee Increase to Pay for Pittsburgh Airport Renovations

The new fee will go into effect Feb. 1. Photo via Depositphotos. Customers who rent vehicles at Pittsburgh International Airport will be hit with a 9% increase in a fee that will help pay for $1.1 million terminal renovation, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. The Allegheny County Airport Authority voted unanimously to increase the customer facility charge… Continue reading Car Rental Fee Increase to Pay for Pittsburgh Airport Renovations