New Battery Test Center in Weihenbronn, Germany, put into operation VA significantly expands test capacities and test expertise New employees to be recruited for battery testing In addition and close to the company’s battery test center hub in Bad Friedrichshall, Germany, the company has now put the battery test center in Weihenbronn into operation. At… Continue reading Valmet Automotive further expands battery testing for electric vehicles
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World NM: Tesla to set up plant in Shanghai for EV chargers000542
Tesla plans to invest 42 million yuan ($6.4 million) in the new charger factory. Spread over an area of 4,841 square meters, the plant, set to be completed by February 2021, will have an annual production capacity of 10,000 chargers. China boasts the largest number of electric vehicle charging facilities in the world-over 1.32 million… Continue reading World NM: Tesla to set up plant in Shanghai for EV chargers000542
Unipart builds new Panel Lifter technology in Coventry
McCulloch Rail designed and developed the unique Panel Lifter technology, which is revolutionising the method of removing and replacing rail panels. The Panel Lifter system can move up to 18 tonnes at a time and can be used to move panel lengths of up to 90ft in a swift and safe manner, and with greater… Continue reading Unipart builds new Panel Lifter technology in Coventry
Marelli to open production facility for electric vehicle drivetrains in Cologne, Germany
“With the new production facility, we are expanding our manufacturing footprint and capacities for this important growth market,” said Joachim Fetzer, CEO of Marelli’s Electric Powertrain business. “We have chosen Cologne for its location in the heart of Europe, as we find highly skilled employees with experience in the auto industry here and as the… Continue reading Marelli to open production facility for electric vehicle drivetrains in Cologne, Germany
World NM: McLaren Artura: British carmaker confirms its next-generation hybrid supercar000516
McLaren Automotive will bring the full force of its expertise in hybrid powertrain engineering to the supercar class next year with the introduction of the new Artura, a high-performance hybrid. Powered by an all-new compact twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine, the Artura combines an electric motor in a new lightweight powertrain that retains the performance benefits… Continue reading World NM: McLaren Artura: British carmaker confirms its next-generation hybrid supercar000516
General Motors Statement in Response to NHTSA Denying GM’s Petitions Requesting NHTSA Exclude Certain GM Trucks and SUVs from the Takata Airbag-Inflator Recalls
DETROIT, Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The safety and trust of those who drive our vehicles is at the forefront of everything we do at General Motors. Although we believe a recall of these vehicles is not warranted based on the factual and scientific record, NHTSA has directed that we replace the airbag inflators in the… Continue reading General Motors Statement in Response to NHTSA Denying GM’s Petitions Requesting NHTSA Exclude Certain GM Trucks and SUVs from the Takata Airbag-Inflator Recalls
Lunewave, Radar and Antenna Pioneer, Closes $7M in New Investment Led by FM Capital with Support from Proeza Ventures, Baidu Ventures
TUCSON, Ariz., Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Lunewave, manufacturer of specialized, 3D-printed Luneburg lens antennae and radar, announces $7M in Series A investment and the addition of two automotive industry leaders to its board of directors. FM Capital led the investment round with new investors including Proeza Ventures, Blue 9 Capital, Tsingyuan Ventures and Intact Ventures.… Continue reading Lunewave, Radar and Antenna Pioneer, Closes $7M in New Investment Led by FM Capital with Support from Proeza Ventures, Baidu Ventures
Human Horizons’ Super SUV, HiPhi X, Wows Crowds at Guangzhou Auto Show
Held annually since 2003, the Guangzhou Auto Show is South China’s largest exhibition for cars, accessories and other motor vehicles. The event is an opportunity for carmakers around the world to gather and showcase their latest innovations and newest offerings. Following great success at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show in October and Shanghai 2020 China… Continue reading Human Horizons’ Super SUV, HiPhi X, Wows Crowds at Guangzhou Auto Show
World NM: Huachen Automotive Group enters bankruptcy restructuring000494
Huachen Automotive Group Holdings has entered bankruptcy restructuring. The state-owned conglomerate is the parent of Brilliance China Automotive Holdings. Since the launch of the joint venture in 2003, BMW has invested over 52 billion yuan in Shenyang and completed the building of two automotive factories, one powertrain plant, and one research and development center. Go… Continue reading World NM: Huachen Automotive Group enters bankruptcy restructuring000494
Senmiao Technology Reports Fiscal 2021 Second Quarter Financial Results
CHENGDU, China, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Senmiao Technology Limited (“Senmiao”) (Nasdaq: AIHS), a provider of automobile transaction and related services targeting the online ride-hailing industry in China as well as its own online ride-hailing platform, today announced financial results for the fiscal 2021 second quarter ended September 30, 2020. Xi Wen, Chairman, Chief Executive… Continue reading Senmiao Technology Reports Fiscal 2021 Second Quarter Financial Results