A recent report focuses on the carbon dioxide emissions lifecycle of fuel cell electric trucks (FCETs) in Europe, emphasizing hydrogen as an alternative fuel for the trucking industry in countries like Germany, France, and Spain. The study evaluates hydrogen’s potential to reduce life cycle emissions compared to conventional fuels and examines various hydrogen production methods,… Continue reading This Week In Electric Vehicles – Hydrogen Trucks: A Cleaner Future for European Freight
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Toyota steps in to support Michigan EV battery plant with $1.5B order after GM backs out
In a turn of events, Toyota is stepping in to support LG Energy Solution’s EV battery plant in Michigan. Toyota reportedly placed a $1.5 billion order to boost operations at the facility after GM backed out. Toyota steps in, GM out at Michigan EV battery plant GM reached a non-binding agreement with LG in December… Continue reading Toyota steps in to support Michigan EV battery plant with $1.5B order after GM backs out
Fetii’s group rideshare app for young people attracts funding from Mark Cuban, YC
When he was a senior studying at Texas A&M University, Matthew Iommi realized that there were no good options for transporting groups of people. Fellow college students heading out for the night together didn’t have access to on-demand rides with the same convenience, accessibility, and affordability of typical ride-hail platforms, like Uber and Lyft. “Once… Continue reading Fetii’s group rideshare app for young people attracts funding from Mark Cuban, YC
Powering Through Disruption: Greaves Cotton’s Evolution Story
In the turbulent years of 2016 and 2017, India’s automotive sector found itself amid a sweeping transformation. A combination of government directives, rising environmental concerns, and global economic unrest had created the perfect setting for industry-wide disruption. Greaves Cotton, an industrial stalwart since 1859, was neither untouched by nor unaware of these changes, and faced… Continue reading Powering Through Disruption: Greaves Cotton’s Evolution Story
Universal Pure Acquires Dora’s Natural High-Pressure Processing (HPP) Assets, Expanding HPP Capacity in the Northeast Region
Universal Pure Holdings LLC (“Universal Pure”), a portfolio company of Aurora Capital Partners, today announced it has acquired the High-Pressure Processing (HPP) assets of Dora’s Naturals (“Dora’s”). Details of the transaction were not disclosed. LINCOLN, Neb., Feb. 17, 2025… Go to Source
@Ford: Christine Cheng
Christine Cheng is the global design director for Lincoln, responsible for leading the long-term design vision of Ford Motor Company’s luxury automotive brand. Cheng is a design leader with nearly two decades of experience driving the design and development of award-winning vehicles for leading automotive brands. She joined Ford Motor Company in January 2023 and… Continue reading @Ford: Christine Cheng
@Ford: The Hidden Hands-On Inspection All Rangers Must Pass
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 17, 2025 – The keen eyes and steady hands of Ford’s customer acceptance line (CAL) inspectors are critical in “providing a final seal of approval on every Ranger and Ranger Raptor,” said Sundarrajan Venkatesan, director of quality and new model programs, Ford International Markets Group. The customer acceptance line is… Continue reading @Ford: The Hidden Hands-On Inspection All Rangers Must Pass
@Ford: Ian McLaughlin
Ian McLaughlin, is Global Director, Design Technical Operations at Ford Motor Company. After graduating from the University of the West of England, Ian began his career as an engineer responsible for concept layout development and new vehicle architecture. Ian then moved to BMW Group where he served as Principle Engineer and Manager, Design Concept &… Continue reading @Ford: Ian McLaughlin
@Ford: Alina Renoux
Alina Renoux is the Director of Color & Material Design at Ford Motor Company. In this role, she leads a diverse design team focused on creating innovative Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) solutions that bring a distinct look and experience to the automobile. Alina brings 22+ years of design experience in multiple industries. Prior to… Continue reading @Ford: Alina Renoux
@Ford: Joel Piaskowski
Joel Piaskowski is Global Design Director, Ford Trucks, Vans and Commercial Vehicles responsible for design development and strategy. Joel is a graduate from the College for Creative Studies in Detroit where he attained a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Transportation Design. Joel has been in design leadership for over 30 years, at companies including General Motors, Hyundai/Kia,… Continue reading @Ford: Joel Piaskowski