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

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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

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7 Jul 2023 PROTON FORMS PARTNERSHIPS WITH E-BIDDING COMPANIES – Collaborations will help refine the disposal process of trade-in cars- Customers to gain enhanced convenience and a trustworthy transaction process   Subang Jaya, 7 July 2023 –  National carmaker PROTON has formalised strategic partnerships with three renowned E-Bidding Companies (EBC) to refine the disposal process… Continue reading Geely-Proton: READ MORE000083

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

India approves draft notification mandating air-conditioned trucks; OEMs applaud move

The Indian government has approved a draft notification that would require all trucks belonging to categories N2 and N3 to have air conditioning systems in their cabins. The initiative, which Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced on Twitter yesterday, aims to increase truck drivers’ safety and comfort.  Trucks are classified into three categories… Continue reading India approves draft notification mandating air-conditioned trucks; OEMs applaud move

India approves draft notification mandating air-conditioned trucks; OEMs applaud move

The Indian government has approved a draft notification that would require all trucks belonging to categories N2 and N3 to have air conditioning systems in their cabins. The initiative, which Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced on Twitter yesterday, aims to increase truck drivers’ safety and comfort.  Trucks are classified into three categories… Continue reading India approves draft notification mandating air-conditioned trucks; OEMs applaud move

India approves draft notification mandating air-conditioned trucks; OEMs applaud move

The Indian government has approved a draft notification that would require all trucks belonging to categories N2 and N3 to have air conditioning systems in their cabins. The initiative, which Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced on Twitter yesterday, aims to increase truck drivers’ safety and comfort.  Trucks are classified into three categories… Continue reading India approves draft notification mandating air-conditioned trucks; OEMs applaud move

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Biggest-ever stand hosts full Lotus road car range – Eletre, Emira and Evija Debut of the Emira with new 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine A hub of activity on all four days, including live Q&A with Jenson Button, The Smoking Tire podcast recording and expert presentations of the Lotus Eletre’s driver-focused tech Daily ‘Lotus Moment’ – unique… Continue reading @Geely: Fri 07 Jul 2023Lotus at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023: Eletre, Emira and Evija on show and in action 1 | 2 | 0 Lotus lands at next …