WhatsApp finally has a drafts feature

WhatsApp, the most popular messaging platform on the planet, finally has a drafts feature. Why did it take until the tail-end of 2024 to institute a seemingly simple tool that has been available for rival platforms for years? Who knows, but it’s here now. The appropriately-named Message Drafts offers “a new and easy way to… Continue reading WhatsApp finally has a drafts feature

Two early Unreal games are now permanently free via the Internet Archive

The Internet Archive is one of the very best things on the web, so it’s great that the repository is up and running again after recent DDoS attacks. It hosts more than old versions of web pages, though. It hosts a trove of video (I’m forever thankful to whoever uploaded the wonderful Lucha Underground in… Continue reading Two early Unreal games are now permanently free via the Internet Archive

Nissan to warn jobs at risk as UK EV targets push car industry to ‘crisis point’

Standard Digital $39 per month Get essential digital access to quality FT journalism on any device. Pay a year upfront and save 20% What’s included Global news & analysis Expert opinion FT App on Android & iOS FT Edit app FirstFT: the day’s biggest stories 20+ curated newsletters Follow topics & set alerts with myFT… Continue reading Nissan to warn jobs at risk as UK EV targets push car industry to ‘crisis point’

There is a mismatch in expectations Vs reality in impact investments: SchneiderWhile impact investments are still niche, investments made with more su…

Despite the rising interest in the cleantech and clean energy space, investors are still hesitant to support startups that are different from the usual SaaS or asset-light business models commonly backed in the venture capital (VC) world, according to a top executive at Schneider Electric Energy Access Asia (SEEAA), an impact fund focused on clean… Continue reading There is a mismatch in expectations Vs reality in impact investments: SchneiderWhile impact investments are still niche, investments made with more su…

OEMs propose component incentives for effective utilisation of e-truck Subsidy under PM E-Drive

Indian truck manufacturers, including Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland, advocated for component-level incentives and long-term asset utilization to boost the effectiveness of the Rs 500 crore PM E-Drive subsidy for electric trucks, during a consultative meeting hosted by the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Leaders from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) asked the government to undertake programs… Continue reading OEMs propose component incentives for effective utilisation of e-truck Subsidy under PM E-Drive

OEMs propose component incentives for effective utilisation of e-truck Subsidy under PM E-Drive

Indian truck manufacturers, including Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland, advocated for component-level incentives and long-term asset utilization to boost the effectiveness of the Rs 500 crore PM E-Drive subsidy for electric trucks, during a consultative meeting hosted by the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Leaders from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) asked the government to undertake programs… Continue reading OEMs propose component incentives for effective utilisation of e-truck Subsidy under PM E-Drive

Setco Auto records highest ever revenue in H1FY25 led by strong demand

Setco Automotive Ltd, one of India’s largest Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (MHCV) clutch manufacturers, reported a 10% increase in revenue from operations in Q2 FY25 to Rs 159.9 crore up from Rs 145.7 crore in Q2 FY24. The company’s EBITDA for Q2 FY25 was Rs 26.0 crore, a 104% year-on-year growth from Rs 12.7… Continue reading Setco Auto records highest ever revenue in H1FY25 led by strong demand

State of Michigan announces delivery-focused wireless charging partnership with Electreon, Xos

The State of Michigan has announced a new partnership with Electreon, a provider of wireless charging solutions, and Xos, a commercial EV manufacturer, to operate wireless charging technology for electrified commercial vehicles in the American state. Through the partnership, Electreon’s wireless charging technology will be integrated into an Xos Stepvan (the OEM’s electric delivery van)… Continue reading State of Michigan announces delivery-focused wireless charging partnership with Electreon, Xos

Nissan unveils sleek new N7 electric sedan to reverse slumping sales in China

Nissan introduced its newest EV, a sleek all-electric sedan, at the Guangzhou Auto Show this week. The N7 is the first Nissan electric vehicle under its new strategy to spark life back into the brand in China. Nissan hopes new N7 EV can compete in China Like most foreign automakers, Nissan is struggling to stay… Continue reading Nissan unveils sleek new N7 electric sedan to reverse slumping sales in China