Suzuki Motor Corp has launched the new Swace, an estate car and the second vehicle to be supplied to Suzuki by Toyota Motor Corporation under a collaborative business agreement between the two companies. Sales are set to start in Europe later this year. Designed with a low centre of gravity, the Swace has a wide stance… Continue reading Suzuki launches new Swace estate in Europe
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Delhi to add 200 EV charging stations by 2021, plans battery swapping stations too
The Delhi government has envisioned to make the city synonymous with electric vehicles. The Charging Infrastructure Working Group of Delhi government, which held its first meeting on September 17, under the chairmanship of Jasmine Shah, vice-chairperson, Dialogue & Development Commission of Delhi (DDCD), has decided that all government agencies in Delhi including the three MCDs,… Continue reading Delhi to add 200 EV charging stations by 2021, plans battery swapping stations too
Mitsubishi Motors to stop making first mass-produced EV
TOKYO — Mitsubishi Motors will stop making the world’s first mass-produced electric passenger car, the i-MiEV, as early as the end of fiscal 2020, Nikkei has learned. Sales of i-MiEVs have been sluggish, and the cars lag behind those of rivals in cruising distance and other factors. Mitsubishi Motors has marketed i-MiEVs since 2009 in… Continue reading Mitsubishi Motors to stop making first mass-produced EV
German space agency reveals an autonomous, electric urban mobility prototype for use right here on Earth
The German Aerospace Center (DLR) has debuted a prototype of what it calls ‘U-Shift,’ an urban mobility vehicle designed for multiple uses. U-Shift is a fully electric vehicle, designed for autonomous operation, and could serve in a number of capacities including as an on-demand shuttle, a bus, a mobile distribution center for package delivery, or… Continue reading German space agency reveals an autonomous, electric urban mobility prototype for use right here on Earth
Kia launches Sonet, starting at Rs 671,000
Kia Sonet, the much-awaited compact crossover from the Korean car manufacturer has been launched in India, starting at an introductory price tag of Rs 671,000, ex-showroom. The crossover comes in six trim levels, spread across Tech Line and GT Line variants, and while the diesel trims are priced between Rs 805,000 to Rs 1,199,000, ex-showroom,… Continue reading Kia launches Sonet, starting at Rs 671,000
VW In Talks for Sixt Stake
With Sixt selling its stake in carsharing service ShareNow to BMW in 2018, the door is open for new mobility initiatives with new automakers. Photo courtesy of Sixt. Volkswagen is in talks to take a stake in Pullach, Germany-based Sixt, according to a report in German business publication Manager Magazin that posted on Wednesday. According… Continue reading VW In Talks for Sixt Stake
LG Chem Plans to Establish a Separate Battery Corporation Called “LG Energy Solution”
LG Chem is planning to separate its secondary battery business that is at the top globally and establish a new corporation that exclusively deals with secondary battery this December because it believes that this is the right time to grow its battery business even more while the global electric vehicle market continues to grow. Its… Continue reading LG Chem Plans to Establish a Separate Battery Corporation Called “LG Energy Solution”
Indonesian ride-hailing giant Gojek kickstarts Thai operation after brand unification
In Singapore, we are looking to double our reporting team by this year-end to comprehensively cover the fast-moving world of funded startups and VC, PE & M&A deals. We want reporters who can tell our readers what is really happening in these sectors and why it matters to markets, companies and consumers. The ability to… Continue reading Indonesian ride-hailing giant Gojek kickstarts Thai operation after brand unification
Continental invests in Stratasys FDM technology for ESD-compliant automotive parts
Automotive manufacturer Continental AG has installed a Stratasys Fortus 450mc FDM 3D printer at its Additive Design and Manufacturing (ADaM) Competence Center in Karben, Germany. Although famous for its tyres, Continental also produces automotive parts and provides mobility services through its Continental Engineering Services (CES) division. The company cites cost effectiveness, high throughput, and electrical… Continue reading Continental invests in Stratasys FDM technology for ESD-compliant automotive parts
A Tesla driver was caught sleeping on Autopilot at high speed, police are charging him criminally
A Tesla driver was caught sleeping on Autopilot with their seat “fully reclined” at high speed, according to police who criminally charged the driver. Alberta RCMP (Canada federal police) reported on a strange incident involving a Tesla vehicle on Autopilot. “Alberta RCMP received a complaint of a car speeding on Highway 2 near Ponoka. The… Continue reading A Tesla driver was caught sleeping on Autopilot at high speed, police are charging him criminally