Aiways, one of the many Chinese EV startups, announced the start of volume production of its first all-electric car model, the mid-size SUV Aiways U5. The company produces its cars in Shangrao, China, in a brand new, €1.73 billion ($1.94 billion) purpose-built manufacturing plant, which was built in only 14 months, which is quite an… Continue reading Aiways Starts Volume Production Of U5 In China
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Chinese EV maker Lixiang files for U.S. IPO of at least $500 million: sources
HONG KONG/BEIJING (Reuters) – Chinese electric vehicle maker Lixiang Automotive has filed for a U.S. initial public offering, aiming to raise at least $500 million, said two people with direct knowledge of the matter, joining peers seeking to finance growth through stock listings. A man visits a showroom of Lixiang Automotive in Beijing, China January… Continue reading Chinese EV maker Lixiang files for U.S. IPO of at least $500 million: sources
CES 2020: ProLogium’s Solid-State Battery for Two Wheeled Vehicle Favored by European and Japanese Manufacturers
TAIPEI, Jan. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — At CES2020, ProLogium Technology brought new surprises: Solid-state battery technology (SSB), regarded as the next-generation heart of electric vehicles, is entering into the market of electric bicycles and motorcycles. ProLogium launched a new SSB with absolute safety and higher energy density. With the upgrade of core power technology, electric… Continue reading CES 2020: ProLogium’s Solid-State Battery for Two Wheeled Vehicle Favored by European and Japanese Manufacturers
@Daimler: Unit sales by Daimler Trucks in 2019 slightly down on previous year, as expected
Slight decrease in unit sales of four percent (January through November 2019) compared with prior-year period Normalization of important markets for heavy trucks (NAFTA region, Europe and Japan) leads to decreases in orders Extensive measures initiated to adjust production and for structurally improved profitability Martin Daum, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck… Continue reading @Daimler: Unit sales by Daimler Trucks in 2019 slightly down on previous year, as expected
@Hyundai: Everything About the Sonata Hybrid’s Solar Roof
Eco-friendliness is the new catchphrase of the automotive industry. Many manufacturers are investing in R&D efforts to utilize pollution-free energy as a power source for their cars.The decision to install a solar roof on the new Sonata Hybrid, released last July, reflects such a trend. Solar roofs, which absorb the energy from the Sun for… Continue reading @Hyundai: Everything About the Sonata Hybrid’s Solar Roof
Veoneer Order Book, New Order Intake and Sales Estimate Update
STOCKHOLM, Jan. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Veoneer, Inc. (NYSE: VNE) (SSE: VNE SDB), estimates its current total order book value to be approximately $19 billion, in line with the estimate of more than $19 billion from the end of 2018, pointing to strong sales growth ahead. Lifetime value of the new order intake for the full… Continue reading Veoneer Order Book, New Order Intake and Sales Estimate Update
Cupra to top new Leon line-up with 241bhp PHEV
The standard, Seat-badged Leon’s engine range will be familiar. Base versions will use the 1.0-litre TSI three-cylinder turbo petrol in varying states of tune, with the new 1.5-litre TSI Evo petrol powertrain drafted in for higher-spec cars. That will be offered as a mild hybrid in higherspec variants, with the 48V system claimed to reduce… Continue reading Cupra to top new Leon line-up with 241bhp PHEV
Micro-Mobility-Artega Deal Means Both The Microlino And Karo Will Live
Separation form TMI / Artega and new production start Out-of-court settlement between Micro and Artega/TMI To satisfy the expectations of Micro Mobility Systems in terms of driving performance, quality and safety, the production will start 2021 Production and development partner will be the Italian family company CECOMP, which has developed and produced the electric car… Continue reading Micro-Mobility-Artega Deal Means Both The Microlino And Karo Will Live
Bosch announces low-cost Lidar for self-driving cars – Fleet Europe
German automotive supplier Bosch has developed an affordable Lidar sensor technology that allows cars to “see” the road. The initiative could speed up the development of self-driving vehicles and make Lidar more affordable for the mass market. Lidar uses light-based sensors to generate a three-dimensional view of the road that provides more depth of data… Continue reading Bosch announces low-cost Lidar for self-driving cars – Fleet Europe
Made in China: Tesla Model 3 deliveries to Chinese customers to begin January 7
The first deliveries of Tesla Model 3 sedans made in China will begin January 7, one year after the U.S. automaker began construction on its first factory outside the United States. The deliveries to customers — which Reuters was first to report based on confirmation from a Tesla representative — is a milestone for Tesla… Continue reading Made in China: Tesla Model 3 deliveries to Chinese customers to begin January 7