Tag: Volvo

Volvo Trucks launches new safety systems to keep cyclists and pedestrians safe

Aiming to increase the safety of cyclists and pedestrians, and also facilitate the drivers’ work, Volvo Trucks is now introducing a range of new safety systems for its vehicles. Among the features that have been developed to increase the safety of pedestrians and cyclists while at the same time facilitating the work of the driver,… Continue reading Volvo Trucks launches new safety systems to keep cyclists and pedestrians safe

Clean Technica: Tesla Life In Australia’s “Good Old Days” vs. Today002786

Aline repeated this phrase “the good old days” many times as we enjoyed a coffee together in Brisbane, Queensland. I was intrigued by what she meant by “the good old days” and had to know more. Aline bought her Tesla Model X in 2017, and back then, she says, they felt like movie stars. It… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Life In Australia’s “Good Old Days” vs. Today002786

Cleantechnica: Study: Electricity Moves Heavy Loads Cheaper Even When Diesel Prices Are Low 002785

At the Tesla Semi unveiling in 2017, Elon Musk announced that the all-electric truck would have a range of up to 500 miles on a single charge and be able to carry up to 81,000 lb. He also revealed that the Semi would be equipped with active safety features, a spacious interior designed for maximum… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Study: Electricity Moves Heavy Loads Cheaper Even When Diesel Prices Are Low 002785

Impact of the Metaverse on the Automotive Industry: 2023 Thematic Intelligence Report – Technologies like AR and VR will be Pivotal for Vehicle Safety Training and Testing

DUBLIN, May 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ —  The “Impact of the Metaverse on the Automotive Industry – Thematic Intelligence” report has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.  By 2030, the metaverse will be a $626.5 billion opportunity Although the impact of the metaverse on the automotive industry is minor so far, this technology promises to make digital media… Continue reading Impact of the Metaverse on the Automotive Industry: 2023 Thematic Intelligence Report – Technologies like AR and VR will be Pivotal for Vehicle Safety Training and Testing

Under the skin: How flywheels can speed up EV fast-charger roll-out

The flywheel as a form of energy storage is making a comeback and could be the thing to save us from long queues at EV rapid chargers on busy routes. Flywheels have been around since the year dot. Their most common use is for smoothing out the power source in a reciprocating engine. They do… Continue reading Under the skin: How flywheels can speed up EV fast-charger roll-out

Polestar luxury EV brand opens 1st standalone dealership in metro Detroit

Luxury electric vehicle brand Polestar just opened its first standalone dealership in metro Detroit as it prepares for rising sales when the Swedish-Chinese brand delivers a rush of new vehicles in 2024-26. Polestar Detroit opened April 1 on Woodward Avenue in Royal Oak, with new and used EVs in the showroom and vehicles available for… Continue reading Polestar luxury EV brand opens 1st standalone dealership in metro Detroit

Clean Technica: 40% Of New Cars Sold In Netherlands Now Plugin Cars!002778

After a good first quarter, April increased plugin registrations by 53% YoY, to 11,919 units, with the Dutch plugin vehicle (PEV) market reaching 40% last month. That’s mostly thanks to pure electrics (28% of new vehicle sales), which jumped 73% year over year (YoY). The overall market is also rising, to 29,669 units, although at… Continue reading Clean Technica: 40% Of New Cars Sold In Netherlands Now Plugin Cars!002778

Bentley appoints Volvo’s Robin Page as new design boss

Bentley has named Robin Page as its new head of design as Tobias Sühlmann prepares to leave the marque to pursue other opportunities. Page was most recently the head of global design and user experience (UX) at Volvo, where he was responsible for shaping the Swedish brand’s electric cars. He was head of interior design… Continue reading Bentley appoints Volvo’s Robin Page as new design boss