Insurance commission rule changed for auto dealerships

Auto Dealers facing multiple challenges from the overall demand slowdown have to also negotiate changes in IRDAI norms impacting existing commission structures creating greater pressure on their bottom lines. At the recently concluded second FADA summit on Banking and Insurance in Mumbai,representatives of several automotive dealerships told Autocar Professional that even as dealer representatives are… Continue reading Insurance commission rule changed for auto dealerships

The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

BOSTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The success of electric vehicles in the construction industry will largely be determined by battery prices being low enough that the total cost of ownership is cheaper than diesel alternatives. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that there is a battery price tipping point, under which it… Continue reading The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

BOSTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The success of electric vehicles in the construction industry will largely be determined by battery prices being low enough that the total cost of ownership is cheaper than diesel alternatives. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that there is a battery price tipping point, under which it… Continue reading The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

Clean Technica: Kentucky 1st To Mandate State-Funded EV Chargers Include Tesla Charge Ports002876

It’s been less than two months since Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) began being adopted by a number of automakers and charging companies. This week, however, the charging hardware also gained its first nod of approval from a state government, with Kentucky mandating the equipment on all new federally funded charging stations. Kentucky is set… Continue reading Clean Technica: Kentucky 1st To Mandate State-Funded EV Chargers Include Tesla Charge Ports002876

The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

BOSTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The success of electric vehicles in the construction industry will largely be determined by battery prices being low enough that the total cost of ownership is cheaper than diesel alternatives. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that there is a battery price tipping point, under which it… Continue reading The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

Mercedes-Benz adopts Tesla’s NACS, first German automaker to do so

Mercedes-Benz announced the adoption of Tesla’s NACS connector in its electric vehicles in North America starting in 2025. It is the first German automaker to jump on board. Over the last month, there has been a wave of automakers that have announced the adoption of Tesla’s NACS connector, starting with Ford, followed by GM, Rivian,… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz adopts Tesla’s NACS, first German automaker to do so

German FAZ: Thor’s electric hammer006358

Powerful: Thanks to all-wheel drive and torque, the Polestar 2 gets through mud and snow better than many SUVs. Image: Marcel Wogram If you put your foot down on the gas pedal, you need a good stomach – and plenty of space in front of you: How much future does a Swedish electric car from… Continue reading German FAZ: Thor’s electric hammer006358

Mercedes will use Tesla’s EV charging standard on North American cars

It’s the first German brand to support NACS. Another European car manufacturer is adopting Tesla’s charging technology. Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that it will use the North American Charging Standard (NACS) on new North American EVs starting in 2025. Drivers will initially get access to the Tesla Supercharger network before through a CCS-to-NACS adapter arriving in… Continue reading Mercedes will use Tesla’s EV charging standard on North American cars

The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

BOSTON, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The success of electric vehicles in the construction industry will largely be determined by battery prices being low enough that the total cost of ownership is cheaper than diesel alternatives. IDTechEx’s new report, “Electric Vehicles in Construction 2023-2043“, shows that there is a battery price tipping point, under which it… Continue reading The Electrifying Divide in Battery Chemistries for Construction EVs

Deepshikha Malik joins VE Commercial Vehicles as Head HR of CORe Business

VE Commercial Vehicles is a leading player in the commercial vehicle industry, offering a wide range of trucks and buses. Deepshikha Malik has been appointed as the Head of Human Resources for the CORe Business of VE Commercial Vehicles, a prominent joint venture between the Volvo Group and Eicher Motors. Malik brings a wealth of… Continue reading Deepshikha Malik joins VE Commercial Vehicles as Head HR of CORe Business