EV startup Bollinger Motors has filed a new patent with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on October 12, this time for the battery pack design that forms part of the world’s first Class 3 electric commercial truck platform. The patent is meant to protect mechanical, electrical, and systems-engineering innovations of the batteries… Continue reading Bollinger Motors Files Patent For New Modular Batteries It Will Build In-House – CarScoops
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Volvo to sell first fully-electric heavy-duty truck
Swedish company aims to show battery power possible for biggest commercial vehicles Go to Source
The Volvo Group launches green finance framework
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Group launches a Green Finance Framework for the financing of investments and projects in the area of clean transportation. The framework is classified as Dark Green by the Center for International Climate and Environmental Research (CICERO Shades of Green). To learn more about how the Volvo Group… Continue reading The Volvo Group launches green finance framework
VW braces for EU fine for missing CO2 emissions reduction target – Automotive News Europe
Volkswagen Group expects to be fined by the European Union this year for failing to achieve its CO2-reduction target for its new-car fleet — despite the automaker’s deal to pool emissions with Chinese-owned UK brand MG Motor. “We cannot provide a clear commitment at this point that we will achieve compliance. It will be a… Continue reading VW braces for EU fine for missing CO2 emissions reduction target – Automotive News Europe
The Volvo Group commits to the Science Based Targets initiative
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Volvo Group is taking the next step in adjusting and future-proofing the company in line with the ambitions of the Paris Climate Agreement. The ambition is that Volvo Group will be a net-zero emissions company by 2050, at the very latest. In order to be transparent on… Continue reading The Volvo Group commits to the Science Based Targets initiative
Volvo Trucks launches a complete range of electric trucks starting in Europe in 2021
Volvo Trucks is now running tests of the electric heavy-duty Volvo FH, Volvo FM and Volvo FMX trucks, which will be used for regional transport and urban construction operations in Europe. These trucks will have a gross combination weight of up to 44 tonnes. Depending on the battery configuration the range could be up to… Continue reading Volvo Trucks launches a complete range of electric trucks starting in Europe in 2021
@VW Group: White Paper – Transform and Perform
The Porsche Newsroom is a service provided by the Porsche Communication for journalists, bloggers and the online community. © 2020 Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG * Data determined in accordance with the measurement method required by law. Since 1 September 2017 certain new cars have been type approved in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonised Light… Continue reading @VW Group: White Paper – Transform and Perform
Volkswagen’s chief battles to keep electric dream alive
Herbert Diess seeks to secure backing of unions and shareholders in drive to be electric heavyweight Go to Source
Ford issues safety alert for 375,200 Ford Explorers with defect tied to 13 accidents
Select 2013-2017 Ford Explorers have a problem that diminishes steering control and is related to at least 13 reported accidents and six injuries, Ford announced on Wednesday. The company has issued a new safety recall for 375,200 vehicles in North America and Canada to fix a situation related to a previous recall. Ford said some Explorers registered in places… Continue reading Ford issues safety alert for 375,200 Ford Explorers with defect tied to 13 accidents
@GM: GM Names Paul Jacobson Executive Vice President and CFO
GM Names Paul Jacobson Executive Vice President and CFO Former Delta Air Lines, Inc. CFO will help GM rapidly build scale in vehicle electrification and autonomous technologies 2020-10-30 DETROIT — General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) announced today that Paul Jacobson has joined the company as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective Dec. 1.… Continue reading @GM: GM Names Paul Jacobson Executive Vice President and CFO