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Vitesco Tech launches new process for transmission control unit with weight and cost benefits

With a new, globally unique manufacturing process for a transmission control unit, Vitesco Technologies, the leading international manufacturer of modern drive technologies and electrification solutions, has showcased its expertise and innovative strength in the field of high-tech electronics. In comparison with conventional control units, the new product, known as overmoulding control electronics, excels with around… Continue reading Vitesco Tech launches new process for transmission control unit with weight and cost benefits

Main takeaways from Tesla Battery Day: $25k EV, cobalt-free batteries & more

Tesla Battery Day has not long drawn to a close and it did not disappoint in terms of announcements, innovations and promises — all of which promise to lead to cheaper batteries and, in turn, cheaper electric vehicles. As we’ve come to expect from Tesla and, especially, Elon Musk, punctuality was not top of the… Continue reading Main takeaways from Tesla Battery Day: $25k EV, cobalt-free batteries & more

State subsidies for company cars top €32bn in UK and EU

Automotive industry UK alone spends €5.7bn and Germany €12bn but analysis finds subsidies often go towards most polluting fleet vehicles Hundreds of Honda cars and SUVs await export at Southampton docks. Photograph: PBWPIX/Alamy Stock Photo UK and European governments give companies subsidies worth €32bn (£29bn) a year towards buying cars, the vast majority of which… Continue reading State subsidies for company cars top €32bn in UK and EU

Tesla (TSLA) in talks with Indonesia govt to build new nickel venture

Tesla (TSLA) is reportedly in talks with Indonesia’s government to build new venture to secure some of the country’s nickel supply. While many companies are looking to secure lithium, cobalt, and graphite to produce batteries for electric vehicles, Tesla has been more concerned with nickel lately. During Tesla’s last earnings call in July, CEO Elon… Continue reading Tesla (TSLA) in talks with Indonesia govt to build new nickel venture

Into the breach: What IT-OT convergence means for your security strategy

The Manufacturer talks ‘rogue automation’, operational control and cybercriminals with Bharat Mistry, Principal Security Strategist at global cybersecurity specialist Trend Micro. The Manufacturer: Almost all manufacturers have adopted some form of cloud service. Yet, the most common use cases are for non-core enterprise IT applications such as accounting, ERP, inventory control, email and file storage. … Continue reading Into the breach: What IT-OT convergence means for your security strategy

Henkel appoints Sunil Kumar as Country President for India

Germany-based Henkel has appointed Sunil Kumar as the Country President of its India businesses, effective October 1, 2020. In this role, he will be responsible for guiding Henkel’s adhesive and beauty care businesses in India and the two legal entities of the company in the country – Henkel Adhesives Technologies India and Henkel Anand India. … Continue reading Henkel appoints Sunil Kumar as Country President for India

Yokohama introduces BlueEarth-GT tyre range in India

Yokohama India, the Japanese tyre manufacturer’s local arm which has a plant in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, today introduced a new range of high-performance tyres to its portfolio. The Yokohama BlueEarth-GT range, which, according to the company, is inspired by the Grand Touring concept, is meant to offer high performance as well as comfort. The tyre series… Continue reading Yokohama introduces BlueEarth-GT tyre range in India

Apollo Tyres appoints Hizmy Hassen as chief digital officer

Apollo Tyres has appointed Hizmy Hassen to the newly created position of Chief Digital Officer. Hizmy will be based out of the company’s London office, and will be responsible for leading the strategy and operations of Apollo Tyres’ digital journey, including responsibility for Information Technology. Commenting on Hizmy Hassen’s appointment, Neeraj Kanwar, vice- chairman and managing… Continue reading Apollo Tyres appoints Hizmy Hassen as chief digital officer