Gig workers are exploited through promises of a flexible algorithm according to a new study published by Flinders University, contending that an out-of-court settled case involving an Uber Eats driver epitomised the problems still facing Australia’s digital platform economy. An absence of definitions over employment in gig economy work and the vulnerabilities of temporary migrants and… Continue reading Exploited gig workers need industry reform claims new Flinders University study
Category: Automotive
Tesla is considering adopting Apple’s Airplay to improve audio quality
Elon Musk said that Tesla is going to consider adopting Apple’s Airplay protocol to improve audio quality over the current Bluetooth. In recent years, Tesla has put an emphasis on the sound system inside its vehicles. The sound system in the Model 3 has been well-received by audiophiles, and the one in the new version… Continue reading Tesla is considering adopting Apple’s Airplay to improve audio quality
German Manager Magazin: Lanxess and Advent found plastics company after deal worth billions with DSM001812
The specialty chemicals company Lanxess founds a new plastics giant together with the financial investors from Advent. CEO Matthias Zachert (54) wants to use the billion dollar deal to reduce dependence on the auto industry. Together with Advent, Lanxess takes over the plastics business of the Dutch chemical company DSM for around 3.7 billion euros.… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Lanxess and Advent found plastics company after deal worth billions with DSM001812
Autohome Inc. to Hold Annual General Meeting on June 23, 2022
BEIJING, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Autohome Inc. (NYSE: ATHM; HKEX: 2518) (“Autohome” or the “Company”), the leading online destination for automobile consumers in China, today announced that it will hold its annual general meeting of shareholders (the “AGM”) at 18th Floor Tower B, CEC Plaza, 3 Dan Ling Street, Haidian District, Beijing, The People’s… Continue reading Autohome Inc. to Hold Annual General Meeting on June 23, 2022
High-performance Electric Motorcycle Market Report Identifies the Declining Prices of Li-ion batteries as a Major Driver |Technavio
NEW YORK, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ –The High-performance Electric Motorcycle Market report by Technavio forecasts 23.60 thousand unit growth. The declining prices of li-ion batteries are notably driving the high-performance electric motorcycle market growth. The market is expected to register a YOY growth of 14.53% in 2021. For more insights on YOY and CAGR, Ask… Continue reading High-performance Electric Motorcycle Market Report Identifies the Declining Prices of Li-ion batteries as a Major Driver |Technavio
Nexxiot Announces Leading Rail Systems Supplier Knorr-Bremse as a New Client and Strategic Investor
Knorr-Bremse and existing shareholders led by QVIDTVM invest a combined CHF 76 million Nexxiot’s solutions to help drive digitalization of market-leading rail supplier Knorr-Bremse’s systems and solutions by capturing real-time data and generating insights to drive forward digital products and services for the passenger and freight train markets MUNICH and ZÜRICH, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/… Continue reading Nexxiot Announces Leading Rail Systems Supplier Knorr-Bremse as a New Client and Strategic Investor
Federal government: Wallbox funding will not be relaunched
It is still unclear how the purchase of electric cars will be promoted in the future. However, there should no longer be any money from the state for the private loading point. (charging station, electric car) Go to Source
Back to the future: DeLorean shows first drafts of the Alpha 5
Actually, DeLorean didn’t want to introduce the Alpha 5 until August. But now there are pictures and details of the gullwing car much earlier. (DeLorean, technology) Go to Source
Gigafactory Berlin: environmentalists criticize Tesla plans for freight station
Tesla wants to build a freight station near the Gigafactory Berlin – parts of this area should be a water protection area. (Gigafactory Berlin, electric car) Go to Source
Energica präsentiert „Experia” – das neue, vollelektrische Motorrad, das das ultimative Langstreckenfahrgefühl vermittelt
Das Experia Green Tourer Crossover-Elektromotorrad bietet die Leistung, den Komfort, das Styling und die Funktionen eines traditionellen Sport-Touring-Bikes mit der größten Reichweite aller Elektromotorräder Experia während des FIM MotoE World Cup Rennens in Mugello, Italien, präsentiert Experia bietet mit 420 Kilometern in der Stadt und 208 Kilometern auf der Autobahn die größte Reichweite und die… Continue reading Energica präsentiert „Experia” – das neue, vollelektrische Motorrad, das das ultimative Langstreckenfahrgefühl vermittelt