Mitsui boosts investment in EKA Mobility to drive EV innovation and expansion

This strategic infusion of capital will be directed towards capital expenditures (Capex) and working capital, supporting EKA Mobility’s continued expansion and innovation in the EV sector. New Delhi: EKA (Pinnacle Mobility Solutions) announces Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (“Mitsui”), a global trading and investment company with a rich history of contributing to industrial innovation, has executed… Continue reading Mitsui boosts investment in EKA Mobility to drive EV innovation and expansion

Japan’s Mitsui makes second investment in Pune-based EV startup EKA

EKA (Pinnacle Mobility Solutions), a rapidly growing electric vehicle startup based in Pune, India, has announced that Japanese business group Mitsui & Co has executed a second tranche investment as part of an initially announced phased investment plan. This strategic infusion of capital will support EKA Mobility’s continued expansion and innovation in the electric vehicle… Continue reading Japan’s Mitsui makes second investment in Pune-based EV startup EKA

Magna Awarded Reconfigurable Seating Business With Chinese OEM

Innovative system offers two rows of seats on long rails with a fully rotating front row Flexible layout for more in-cabin space Award showcases local R&D, complete technology development, and production readiness AURORA, Ontario, June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For more than 65 years, Magna has helped redefine the very concept of consumer experience… Continue reading Magna Awarded Reconfigurable Seating Business With Chinese OEM

Fisker failed because it wasn’t ready to be a car company

Two years ago, an employee at Fisker Inc. told me that the most pressing concern inside the EV startup was not whether its Ocean SUV would get built. Fisker was outsourcing the manufacturing of its first EV to highly respected automotive supplier Magna, after all. The startup’s November 2022 start-of-production target was aggressive, but not… Continue reading Fisker failed because it wasn’t ready to be a car company

Fisker files for bankruptcy protection in wave of EV startups, moment of déjà vu for its founder

Henrik Fisker stands with the Fisker Ocean electric vehicle after its unveiling at the Manhattan Beach Pier ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show and AutoMobilityLA in Manhattan Beach, California. on Nov. 16, 2021. Patrick T. Fallon | AFP | Getty Images Fisker on Monday became the latest all-electric vehicle startup to file for Chapter… Continue reading Fisker files for bankruptcy protection in wave of EV startups, moment of déjà vu for its founder

Automotive Airbag Sensor Market size is set to grow by USD 227 million from 2024-2028, production shift to low-cost countries boost the market, Technavio

NEW YORK, June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The global automotive airbag sensor market size is estimated to grow by USD 227 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 6.22%  during the forecast period. Production shift to low-cost countries is driving market growth, with a trend towards advancements in sensor… Continue reading Automotive Airbag Sensor Market size is set to grow by USD 227 million from 2024-2028, production shift to low-cost countries boost the market, Technavio

EV Maker Fisker Files for Bankruptcy

Fisker filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection late on Monday, ending months of speculation over the future of the company. Now the EV maker is looking to sell its assets and restructure its debt after pausing production of its sole car model back in March. To anyone familiar with the Ocean all-electric SUV, news of… Continue reading EV Maker Fisker Files for Bankruptcy

Magna Awarded Reconfigurable Seating Business With Chinese OEM

Innovative system offers two rows of seats on long rails with a fully rotating front row Flexible layout for more in-cabin space Award showcases local R&D, complete technology development, and production readiness AURORA, Ontario, June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For more than 65 years, Magna has helped redefine the very concept of consumer experience… Continue reading Magna Awarded Reconfigurable Seating Business With Chinese OEM

EV Maker Fisker Files for Bankruptcy After Its Glitchy SUV Flops

(Bloomberg) — Fisker Inc. filed for bankruptcy on Monday, months after the electric-vehicle startup stopped production of its only model, the oft-malfunctioning Ocean SUV. Most Read from Bloomberg The company listed between $500 million and $1 billion of assets, and between $100 million and $500 million of liabilities, in its petition filed in Delaware. The… Continue reading EV Maker Fisker Files for Bankruptcy After Its Glitchy SUV Flops

Magna Awarded Reconfigurable Seating Business With Chinese OEM

Magna International Inc. Innovative system offers two rows of seats on long rails with a fully rotating front row Flexible layout for more in-cabin space Award showcases local R&D, complete technology development, and production readiness AURORA, Ontario, June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For more than 65 years, Magna has helped redefine the very concept… Continue reading Magna Awarded Reconfigurable Seating Business With Chinese OEM