BYD’s Indonesia entry will attract more global EV makers to the country

BYD Auto, the popular Chinese manufacturer of electric vehicles, launched three of its passenger EV models—the SEAL sedan, Atto 3 SUV, and the Dolphin hatchback—in Indonesia on Thursday. The entry of BYD into the archipelago is expected to attract more EV makers to launch their products in the country. “We expect more EV makers to… Continue reading BYD’s Indonesia entry will attract more global EV makers to the country

@Hyundai: Hyundai Motor and Kia Establish R&D Structure to Enhance Future Mobility Capabilities

Former EVP and Head of Total Vehicle Development Division Heui Won Yang is promoted to President, leading Hyundai Motor and Kia’s reorganized R&D Division Newly established AVP (Advanced Vehicle Platform) Division to drive Hyundai Motor and Kia’s software-defined vehicle (SDV) development in close collaboration with new R&D Division New structure will be key in leading… Continue reading @Hyundai: Hyundai Motor and Kia Establish R&D Structure to Enhance Future Mobility Capabilities

Indonesian state firm Pertamina’s shipping arm weighs IPO next year

Pertamina International Shipping (PIS), a unit of Indonesian state energy firm Pertamina, is considering an initial public offering (IPO) next year to help finance its expansion plan, a company official said on Thursday. The details of the potential IPO are currently being discussed, corporate secretary Aryomekka Firdaus said. “The targets in our long term plans would require… Continue reading Indonesian state firm Pertamina’s shipping arm weighs IPO next year

Hyundai Ioniq 5, Royal Enfield Himalayan the big winners at Autocar Awards 2024

Hyundai’s all-electric Ioniq 5 has bagged the Car of the Year, while the Royal Enfield Himalayan was adjudged as the Bike of the Year at the 2024 Autocar Awards ceremony held in Mumbai last night. To win the title, the electric Ioniq 5 had to face some fierce competition from the likes of the Exter, Maruti Fronx, Hyundai Verna, Citroen C3… Continue reading Hyundai Ioniq 5, Royal Enfield Himalayan the big winners at Autocar Awards 2024

U.S. News Unveils the 2024 Best Cars for the Money Awards

Honda and Kia dominate in this year’s awards, which include an inaugural recognition for the best plug-in hybrid SUV. WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2024 Best Cars for the Money awards. Covering 11 automotive categories – including the inaugural… Continue reading U.S. News Unveils the 2024 Best Cars for the Money Awards

@Hyundai: Kia America Prepping Super Bowl Campaign for All-Electric EV9 Flagship SUV

Kia America will return to the Super Bowl next month with a 60-second spot which builds on the fast-growing brand’s long history of award-winning creative campaigns and reinforces Kia’s position as a sustainable mobility leader. The spot set to air in Super Bowl LVIII marks Kia’s 15th appearance in the most watched annual television event.… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia America Prepping Super Bowl Campaign for All-Electric EV9 Flagship SUV

Beijing Hyundai sold Chongqing plant late last year to city government

SEOUL (Reuters) — Beijing Hyundai Motor sold its Chongqing plant late last year for 1.62 billion yuan ($225 million) as part of efforts to optimize China operations, Hyundai Motor said in a statement on Wednesday. The buyer was Yufu Industrial Complex Construction, Yonhap news agency reported late on Tuesday. Reuters was unable to reach Yufu… Continue reading Beijing Hyundai sold Chongqing plant late last year to city government

Best used electric cars 2024

Electric cars have entered the automotive mainstream and now millions of car buyers are wondering if an electric car could work for them. There are more and more electric cars available these days, but new models are expensive – so why not consider buying a cheaper used electric car instead?  Our road testers have thoroughly… Continue reading Best used electric cars 2024

AMSilk and 21st.BIO announce partnership to accelerate the production of advanced materials made from spider silk-based proteins

New protein production strain delivers unprecedented yield with greater efficiency and lower costs NEURIED, Germany and COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — AMSilk, a global leader in advanced materials made from spider silk-based proteins, and 21st.BIO, a leader in bioproduction, today announced that they have joined forces to accelerate the upscaling of AMSilk’s silk… Continue reading AMSilk and 21st.BIO announce partnership to accelerate the production of advanced materials made from spider silk-based proteins