BorgWarner’s AKASOL ultra-high energy battery system has been selected by a European manufacturer to power its first range of heavy-duty electric trucks. BorgWarner’s AKASOL ultra-high energy battery system has been selected by a European manufacturer to power its first range of heavy-duty electric trucks. Series production of the 4×2 rigid axle, 18-ton truck and 6×2… Continue reading BorgWarner to supply battery system for European electric CV maker
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Lignin: the paper byproduct that could be a gamechanger
Other Lignin applications being researched include a replacement for ABS plastic and an asphalt binder Lignin is a sustainable material that exists between the cell walls of woody plants, and it’s a by-product of the paper industry. This little-known material has been the subject of research for some time as a potential substitute for carbon-based products,… Continue reading Lignin: the paper byproduct that could be a gamechanger
India at 75: The SUV that fuelled Mahindra’s SUV vision
It was the time when India took a decisive step in liberalising the economy. The Narasimha Rao-led government with Manmohan Singh as the finance minister opened India’s doors to foreign investment. Post-1991 when India was coming of age, existing car makers like Premier Automobiles, Hindustan Motors, and Tata Engineering & Locomotive Company (now Tata Motors)… Continue reading India at 75: The SUV that fuelled Mahindra’s SUV vision
BMW Motorrad India expands network with new dealer in Thane
L-R: Shivapada Ray, Head, BMW Motorrad India and Jairaj Bhagchandani, Dealer Principal, Thane Motorrad at the launch of Thane Motorrad dealership. BMW Motorrad India has expanded its Maharashtra sales network with the appointment of a new dealer partner in Thane, Maharashtra. The Thane Motorrad showroom is located at Cosmos Jewels, Shop no 1, Ground Floor,… Continue reading BMW Motorrad India expands network with new dealer in Thane
Mahindra reveals five new electric SUVs on INGLO platform
Mahindra & Mahindra chose India’s 75th Independence Day to have the big reveal of its new range of electric SUVs. Based on Mahindra’s new INGLO platform, the five upcoming born-electric SUVs have been categorised into two distinct sub-brands – XUV.e and BE. The XUV.e sub-brand will have two models under it – XUV.e8 and XUV.e9… Continue reading Mahindra reveals five new electric SUVs on INGLO platform
The 3rd Alumni Economic Forum Opens in Arxan in Inner Mongolia
HINGGAN LEAGUE, China, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — On August 13, the 3rd Alumni Economic Forum opened in Arxan, Hinggan League, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, an expression of friendship among Hubei merchants and alumni, and a dialogue about new rural development. Continue Reading The 3rd Alumni Economic Forum With the theme of “Alumni… Continue reading The 3rd Alumni Economic Forum Opens in Arxan in Inner Mongolia
Faraday Future reports Q2 earnings – FF 91 deliveries expected by end of 2022
Faraday Future, the California-based EV startup, reported Q2 earnings today with some exciting announcements and key financial updates. Since being founded in 2014, Faraday Future has had a vision of disrupting the auto industry. Yet so far, we have not seen much from Faraday as the company has pushed back the launch of its flagship… Continue reading Faraday Future reports Q2 earnings – FF 91 deliveries expected by end of 2022
China’s Dianxiaomi bags $110m led by Softbank Vision Fund 2, Sequoia ChinaThe latest round brings Dianxiaomi’s total funding this year to $210 million…
China-headquartered global e-commerce SaaS platform Dianxiaomi has raised $110 million in its Series D funding led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2 and Sequoia China, per its announcement on Tuesday. Tiger Global Management, GGV Capital, and Huaxing Growth Capital also participated in the round. The latest round brings Dianxiaomi’s total funding this year to $210 million.… Continue reading China’s Dianxiaomi bags $110m led by Softbank Vision Fund 2, Sequoia ChinaThe latest round brings Dianxiaomi’s total funding this year to $210 million…
Data Vantage: Hedosophia backs majoo; edamama and Pomelo pocket new funding
Secretive venture capital firm Hedosophia was the unnamed lead investor in Indonesian SaaS startup majoo’s $10 million Series A round announced on Monday, regulatory filings showed. The London-based investment firm, whose name is rarely mentioned in its portfolio companies’ funding announcements, invested $5.1 million in the round, according to DealStreetAsia – DATA VANTAGE. Quona Capital,… Continue reading Data Vantage: Hedosophia backs majoo; edamama and Pomelo pocket new funding
Tesla Mistakes Horse and Buggy for Murderous Semi Truck
It’s definitely none of those things. Old Meets New Is it a truck? Is it a van? A new viral video, shared on TikTok, shows a Tesla vehicle getting mightily confused by a white, four-wheeled carriage being pulled by a horse. The electric vehicle’s self-driving software can be seen visibly struggling to cope, flipping between… Continue reading Tesla Mistakes Horse and Buggy for Murderous Semi Truck