Splitvolt, Innovator of New EV Adoption Technology to Exhibit Unique, Break-Through Consumer Product at CES

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Splitvolt announces its showcase today at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on January 5-8 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  CES is organized by the Consumer Technology Association, in which Splitvolt is an active member. The company will be presenting a live demonstration of its family of electric vehicle… Continue reading Splitvolt, Innovator of New EV Adoption Technology to Exhibit Unique, Break-Through Consumer Product at CES

@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Vans: Electrifying plans for the motorhome industry

Stuttgart. In recent years, Mercedes‑Benz Vans has increasingly established itself in the motorhome market with its compact ‘in-house’ Marco Polo camper van family; and also as a successful basic vehicle supplier for motorhome manufacturers worldwide – and that across its entire vans portfolio. Now the brand with the three-pointed star is taking the next step and… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Vans: Electrifying plans for the motorhome industry

Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX is a 621-mile luxury hypermiler – CNET

The front end may not resemble any other Mercedes-Benz vehicles on the road today, but as the automaker’s design language evolves, you’ll probably see parts of this form reappear on other vehicles. Mercedes-Benz This story is part of CES, where CNET covers the latest news on the most incredible tech coming soon. In the weeks… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX is a 621-mile luxury hypermiler – CNET

Geely-owned Zeekr brand sets its sights on North America

You know Geely as the Chinese money behind Volvo, Polestar, and Lotus – but they’re a lot bigger than that. Geely has its own brand, is backing an electric Smart revival, and recently invested billions in Mercedes’ parent company, Daimler, to become a top shareholder. Geely means business, in other words, and the CEO of… Continue reading Geely-owned Zeekr brand sets its sights on North America

World NM: smart forfour Quietly Discontinued, SUV Replacement Incoming001701

Founded in 1994 by Daimler AG in collaboration with Swatch, smart launched the fortwo microcar in 1998 to much critical acclaim. A sporty roadster option followed in 2002, then the forfour launched in 2004. Fast forward to 2022, and smart is nothing more than a shadow of its former self. The online configurator presently lists… Continue reading World NM: smart forfour Quietly Discontinued, SUV Replacement Incoming001701

@Daimler: VISION EQXX – taking electric range and efficiency to an entirely new level

The road trip reimagined with a new technology blueprint for series production Stuttgart.  Range and efficiency are set to define the electric era. Outstanding range will make electric cars suitable for every journey and will speed adoption. Exceptional efficiency will create a virtuous circle of battery size and weight reduction, allowing us to go further… Continue reading @Daimler: VISION EQXX – taking electric range and efficiency to an entirely new level

Toyota to launch its own automotive software platform by 2025 – Nikkei

The Toyota logo is seen at a booth during a media day for the Auto Shanghai show in Shanghai, China, April 19, 2021. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register Jan 3 (Reuters) – Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) is planning to launch its own operating system, which would… Continue reading Toyota to launch its own automotive software platform by 2025 – Nikkei

German Handelsblatt: Electromobility: “Development process turned on its head” – Daimler wants to drastically shorten the development time of electric cars003589

Vision EQXX The Mercedes model is particularly aerodynamic and ensures little air resistance. (Photo: Daimler) Munich Buying or leasing an electric car is not a rational matter, especially not in Germany. Surveys show that local drivers are more concerned than average about getting stuck with a Stromer or having to go to the charging station… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Electromobility: “Development process turned on its head” – Daimler wants to drastically shorten the development time of electric cars003589

Waymo orders cars in China

The industry leader Waymo gets its new vehicle models from the Chinese manufacturer Zeekrs. The Google sister Waymo has three car models on offer so far. First, the autonomous vehicle technology was installed in the model Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid and later in the Jaguar I-PACE. Now there is another model that belongs to the Geely… Continue reading Waymo orders cars in China