Tag: Electric vehicles

@FCA: Stellantis, Samsung SDI Announce Plans to Build Second StarPlus Energy Gigafactory in US

July 24, 2023 , Amsterdam – Stellantis N.V. and Samsung SDI today announced that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a second battery manufacturing facility in the United States, under the existing StarPlus Energy joint venture. Targeted to start production in 2027, the plant aims to have an initial annual production capacity of 34… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis, Samsung SDI Announce Plans to Build Second StarPlus Energy Gigafactory in US

Chinese policy bank steps up financial support for smart parking

A smart, vertical parking lot in Guiyang, Guizhou province helps drivers park their vehicles automatically, saving space and improving efficiency. [PHOTO/CHINA DAILY] BEIJING – The China Development Bank (CDB), one of the country’s policy banks, has stepped up financial support for the construction of smart parking infrastructure. As of June, the lender had issued 50… Continue reading Chinese policy bank steps up financial support for smart parking

German FAZ: Charmless Chinese006536

Not very exciting: electric car BYD Dolphin Image: manufacturer BYD is another Chinese manufacturer pushing into the German market. The compact Dolphin should have its market launch this year. Can it compete with the ID.3? Simple and straightforward, but uncomplicated, suitable for everyday use and above all affordable – for decades this combination has made… Continue reading German FAZ: Charmless Chinese006536

India rejects Chinese automaker BYD’s $1b factory proposal

India has rejected Chinese automaker BYD Co’s proposal to set up a $1 billion factory  in India in partnership with Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Ltd, the Economic Times reported on Saturday. Reuters reported this month that BYD had submitted a $1 billion investment proposal to build electric cars and batteries in India in partnership with a local company. Reuters could not independently verify the contents of The Economic Times‘ report.… Continue reading India rejects Chinese automaker BYD’s $1b factory proposal

Location technology is crucial to fleet sustainability — here’s why

Location technology is crucial for reducing fleet emissions and energy costs. Find out how it can cut the environmental impact of transportation and logistics. When it comes to logistics there’s more than just roads to navigate —location technology is vital to create sustainable fleets. Companies can reduce fuel costs, improve safety and security, increase efficiency… Continue reading Location technology is crucial to fleet sustainability — here’s why

Cybertruck’s Bizarre Windshield Overwhelmed by Mud While Offroading

Build Tesla Tough. Truck It Tesla’s has finally shown its long-awaited Cybertruck — and its gigantic windshield wiper — in a rugged natural environment, and it doesn’t look great. In its most recent earnings report, the Elon Musk-owned electric vehicle company showcased its futuristic-looking truck driving through a big old mud patch, and although its… Continue reading Cybertruck’s Bizarre Windshield Overwhelmed by Mud While Offroading

Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023: key cars and latest info

The gates have now closed on 2023’s Goodwood Festival of Speed following a very mixed weekend. After a successful opening two days, organisers took the difficult decision to cancel the Goodwood FoS festivities on Saturday in the face of a Met Office weather warning for high winds across southern England that would have endangered safety… Continue reading Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023: key cars and latest info

New 2023 BMW i5 makes Goodwood appearance

The latest BMW 5 Series is being offered with a pure-electric variant for the first time in the shape of the all-new BMW i5. It’ll provide a rival to the Mercedes EQE, Tesla Model S and Genesis Electrified G80 in the all-electric executive saloon sector.  BMW brought the i5 to Goodwood’s Festival of Speed for… Continue reading New 2023 BMW i5 makes Goodwood appearance