With the steady rise in EVs on the roads globally, it won’t be too long before the world is awash with large lithium ion battery packs that are at the end of their lives and in need of disposal. Processes are already in place to recover a large proportion of the active ingredients of batteries.… Continue reading Tech Talk: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
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Tech Talk: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
With the steady rise in EVs on the roads globally, it won’t be too long before the world is awash with large lithium ion battery packs that are at the end of their lives and in need of disposal. Processes are already in place to recover a large proportion of the active ingredients of batteries.… Continue reading Tech Talk: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
Tech Talk: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
With the steady rise in EVs on the roads globally, it won’t be too long before the world is awash with large lithium ion battery packs that are at the end of their lives and in need of disposal. Processes are already in place to recover a large proportion of the active ingredients of batteries.… Continue reading Tech Talk: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
Eighty-five percent of global auto industry to maintain or increase workforce: Rockwell Automation study
Rockwell Automation, the global major dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced the findings of the eighth annual ‘State of Smart Manufacturing Report: Automotive Edition’. The global study encompasses the responses of 197 leaders from automotive manufacturers, automotive suppliers, and electric vehicle manufacturers across 13 of the leading manufacturing countries. This year’s report,… Continue reading Eighty-five percent of global auto industry to maintain or increase workforce: Rockwell Automation study
Under the skin: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
With the steady rise in EVs on the roads globally, it won’t be too long before the world is awash with large lithium ion battery packs that are at the end of their lives and in need of disposal. Processes are already in place to recover a large proportion of the active ingredients of batteries.… Continue reading Under the skin: A new and safer way to recycle EV battery packs
Kia to expand EV lineup with city car and crossover
Kia has committed to expanding its line-up of small electric vehicles in the coming years – including a new electric city car and a compact crossover – as part of a wider ramp-up of its bespoke EV-branded model range. The Korean firm will launch 15 new electric models globally by the end of 2027, which… Continue reading Kia to expand EV lineup with city car and crossover
New 2023 Renault Rafale launched as flagship coupé-SUV
Renault has unveiled its long-awaited D-segment flagship, the Rafale, a powerful hybrid coupé-SUV it promises will be “a vehicle born and bred for driving pleasure”. The new flagship will appear first as a 197bhp front-wheel-drive hybrid, but a 295bhp four-wheel-drive version is also scheduled. The Rafale launch is the latest move in the comprehensive Renaulution… Continue reading New 2023 Renault Rafale launched as flagship coupé-SUV
‘City of Hot Rods’ film is a trove of stories about Detroit, cars and all of us
Like a boxcar of parts arriving at the factory that builds sports cars, the documentary film “Detroit: City of Hot Rods and Muscle Cars” assembles a collection of seemingly disparate components into a vehicle of power and grace. Following a sold-out June 19 debut fundraiser for six Michigan charitable organizations, filmmaker Keith Famie’s documentary —… Continue reading ‘City of Hot Rods’ film is a trove of stories about Detroit, cars and all of us
Highway safety agency reports power problems in 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUVs
Detroit — Multiple U.S. owners of Hyundai’s popular Ioniq 5 electric SUV have complained of completely or partially losing propulsive power, many after hearing a loud popping noise, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Saturday. Hyundai said it would offer a software update beginning next month and replace affected components if necessary. The NHTSA… Continue reading Highway safety agency reports power problems in 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SUVs
Stellantis appoints new head of customer experience in North America
The maker of Jeep SUVs, Ram pickup trucks and other vehicles has named a new head of customer experience in North America to replace a 30-year veteran who is retiring. William Kendell, who holds global responsibility for propulsion supplier quality at Stellantis NV, will succeed David McDonald effective July 1. Kendell will direct staff around… Continue reading Stellantis appoints new head of customer experience in North America