New LEVC electric car architecture to bring major range expansion

The London Electric Vehicle Company says it “is transforming from a high-end taxi manufacturer to a leading provider of pure electric global mobility solutions”. The Geely-owned firm, which has roots in the century-old London Taxi Company, has detailed an all-new flexible electric platform called SOA, or Space Oriented Architecture, for this purpose.  LEVC has already… Continue reading New LEVC electric car architecture to bring major range expansion

German Handelsblatt: Truck manufacturer: Daimler Truck almost triples profit and significantly increases sales006882

Daimler trucks The truck manufacturer made significantly more profit in the first quarter than in the same period last year. However, the number of vehicles sold fell. (Photo: Bloomberg) Business is booming at Daimler Truck. The world’s largest manufacturer of heavy articulated lorries and buses almost tripled its profit in the first quarter of 2023.… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Truck manufacturer: Daimler Truck almost triples profit and significantly increases sales006882

German Handelsblatt: Truck manufacturer: Daimler Truck almost triples profit and significantly increases sales006881

Daimler trucks The truck manufacturer made significantly more profit in the first quarter than in the same period last year. However, the number of vehicles sold fell. (Photo: Bloomberg) Business is booming at Daimler Truck. The world’s largest manufacturer of heavy articulated lorries and buses almost tripled its profit in the first quarter of 2023.… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Truck manufacturer: Daimler Truck almost triples profit and significantly increases sales006881

Cleantechnica: Tesla Model Y Steals the Show in Europe! Best Selling Car on the Continent!002744

The Tesla Model Y was the the best selling model in Europe in Q1!! All powertrains included!!! Some 322,000 plugin vehicles were registered in March in Europe — which is +29% year over year (YoY). In fact, March was the second best month ever for plugin vehicle (PEV) registrations, only trailing December when the market… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Model Y Steals the Show in Europe! Best Selling Car on the Continent!002744

Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden

Last year, Volvo Trucks showcased its fuel cell electric trucks for the first time. These zero exhaust emission trucks use hydrogen to produce their own electricity onboard, making them suitable for longer transport assignments. Now, the trucks have been tested on public roads for the first time. To make it extra challenging, the tests have… Continue reading Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden

Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden

Last year, Volvo Trucks showcased its fuel cell electric trucks for the first time. These zero exhaust emission trucks use hydrogen to produce their own electricity onboard, making them suitable for longer transport assignments. Now, the trucks have been tested on public roads for the first time. To make it extra challenging, the tests have… Continue reading Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads in Sweden

Premiere: Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Emitting only water vapor, hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks will be an important part of Volvo Trucks’ zero exhaust emission product portfolio. Now, the vehicles have passed an important milestone – namely, being test-driven on public roads. Last year, Volvo Trucks showcased its fuel cell electric trucks for the first… Continue reading Premiere: Volvo Trucks tests hydrogen-powered electric trucks on public roads

Brijesh Marwah, Director, Vehicle Sales India and Indonesia, Volvo Trucks, passes away

Brijesh Marwah New Delhi: Brijesh Marwah, Director, Vehicle Sales India and Indonesia, Volvo Trucks, has passed away due to cardiac arrest. Prior to joining Volvo trucks, Marwah was Assistant Manager – Regulations & Certification, Marketing, Volvo Trucks from 2001 to 2006 and was later moved to the position of Assistant Manager – Sales & Application… Continue reading Brijesh Marwah, Director, Vehicle Sales India and Indonesia, Volvo Trucks, passes away

Geely-Proton: READ MORE000079

– Landmark anniversary marks official start of journey into NEV segment – Proton X90 officially launched by Prime Minister YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim   Kuala Lumpur, 7 May 2023 – National carmaker PROTON celebrated its 40th anniversary of incorporation today during a ceremony held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in Kuala Lumpur.… Continue reading Geely-Proton: READ MORE000079

Autoliv showcases integrated vehicle cockpit at Auto Shanghai     

Automotive safety systems major Autoliv presented a number of new safety solutions at the Shanghai Automobile Industry Exhibition 2023 held last month. They include an integrated cockpit, a zero-gravity seat, and the Star steering wheel and are designed to provide safety, comfort, and an improved driving experience. According to Autoliv, its stall saw over 35,000… Continue reading Autoliv showcases integrated vehicle cockpit at Auto Shanghai