Porsche is considering hydrogen as a low-emissions fuel for combustion engines and has used a virtual recreation of the Nürburgring to evaluate whether it can offer comparable performance to petrol. The German company has made its interest in alternative fuelling solutions – separate to electrification – well known in recent years, having established a joint venture with Siemens… Continue reading Porsche tests hydrogen combustion with promising results
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Autonomous cars to become legal in UK “within the next year”
The first cars that can drive themselves on motorways will be available to buy in the UK from within the next year, the government has announced, with a full rollout of autonomous vehicles planned from 2025. New legislation is currently being drawn up that would allow some vehicles, including cars, coaches and lorries, to be… Continue reading Autonomous cars to become legal in UK “within the next year”
Opinion: End of an era for Geneva motor show
That’s it, then, the end of an era. For the fourth year in a row, the Geneva motor show has been cancelled, and surely it is now unlikely ever to return as anything befitting this once great industry highlight. The 2020 show was cancelled at the last minute due to Covid at a time when… Continue reading Opinion: End of an era for Geneva motor show
Porsche 911 Turbo S
There’s an unusual symmetry at play with the subject of this week’s road test. Since 1974, the distinguishing element of any Porsche 911 Turbo had been its forced-induction flat six, but this changed in 2016 when the regular Porsche 911 (991) Carrera and its scions sprouted turbochargers. At a stroke, every Porsche 911 except the… Continue reading Porsche 911 Turbo S
BMW AG’s (BAMXF) Next-Gen EVs to Get Eve Energy’s Batteries
The next generation of Bayerische Motoren Werke BAMXF or the BMW Group’s electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe will get a supply of battery cells from battery cell manufacturer Eve Energy, from 2025, per sources. The auto magnate’s ‘New Class’ electric cars will be provided with large, cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells. The China-based firm stated that… Continue reading BMW AG’s (BAMXF) Next-Gen EVs to Get Eve Energy’s Batteries
5 Low Price-to-Book Stocks to Add Value to Your Portfolio
In value analysis, though price to earnings (P/E) and price to sales (P/S) are most preferred by investors, the underrated price-to-book ratio (P/B ratio) is also an easy-to-use valuation tool for identifying low-priced stocks with exceptional returns. The ratio is used to compare a stock’s market value/price to its book value. The P/B ratio is… Continue reading 5 Low Price-to-Book Stocks to Add Value to Your Portfolio
Rivian has dropped its cheapest trim level due to low customer demand
Rivian is discontinuing the cheapest trim level of its all-electric truck and SUV known as the Explore package due to low demand, according to emails sent this week to customers. The company said in the email, which was first cited in the Rivian Owners Forum, that customers with a pre-order for the Explore package will… Continue reading Rivian has dropped its cheapest trim level due to low customer demand
Zūm founder strikes balance between accessibility and a massive logistics network
Zūm’s mission is simple – to introduce student transportation that is reliable, efficient, sustainable and transparent. To achieve the feat of modernizing an incredibly outdated, stuck-in-the-mud system, Zūm relies on cloud-based analytics software to create an agile bus routing system with real-time visibility for schools and parents. The startup also uses a diverse fleet that… Continue reading Zūm founder strikes balance between accessibility and a massive logistics network
SHOCKING THE PERFORMANCE WORLD: THE 576-HP KIA EV6 GT DEBUTS AT MONTEREY CAR WEEK
EV6 GT Shocks the Performance Car Establishment at the World’s Most Exclusive Gathering of Automotive Enthusiasts Most powerful Kia production vehicle ever: 576-HP all-electric Kia EV6 GT accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds, with a top speed of 161 mph1 Engineered to compete with supercars: AMCI-certified winner of drag race against Ferrari… Continue reading SHOCKING THE PERFORMANCE WORLD: THE 576-HP KIA EV6 GT DEBUTS AT MONTEREY CAR WEEK
Apex Tool Group Announces Pete Dyke as SVP, Chief Human Resource Officer
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Apex Tool Group today announced the appointment of Pete Dyke to SVP, Chief Human Resource Officer. He will serve on the Executive Leadership Team and report directly to Jim Roberts, Chief Executive Officer. Dyke will commence his duties on Monday, August 22. Continue Reading Apex Tool Group today… Continue reading Apex Tool Group Announces Pete Dyke as SVP, Chief Human Resource Officer