By Nqobile Dludla JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) -Chinese automakers are pushing to unlock Africa’s underdeveloped potential, with a focus on electric and hybrid vehicles, as restrictions on exports to the United States and Europe send them on a global quest for new markets. Though home to over a billion people, low incomes and high import duties have… Continue reading Facing global headwinds, Chinese automakers make a play for Africa
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Xiaomi launches YU7, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y on price
By Qiaoyi Li, Che Pan and Brenda Goh BEIJING (Reuters) -Chinese EV and smartphone maker Xiaomi on Thursday priced its new electric YU7 SUV from 253,500 yuan ($35,364), almost 4% below Tesla’s Model Y, stepping up the challenge to the U.S. firm in the world’s largest auto market. The YU7’s base model costs 10,000 yuan… Continue reading Xiaomi launches YU7, undercutting Tesla’s Model Y on price
Amid global headwinds, Chinese automakers set sights on Africa
Chinese automakers target Africa’s untapped market, focusing on electric and hybrid vehicles. Chinese automakers are pushing to unlock Africa’s underdeveloped potential, with a focus on electric and hybrid vehicles, as restrictions on exports to the United States and Europe send them on a global quest for new markets. Though home to over a billion people,… Continue reading Amid global headwinds, Chinese automakers set sights on Africa
Toyota explores hydrogen infrastructure to power future of automotive in India
TKM executives noted that the initiative aligns well with India’s ambitions under the National Green Hydrogen Mission and the 2047 energy independence vision. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is taking a significant step towards becoming a clean energy enabler in India through a pilot hydrogen-based microgrid system, developed in partnership with electrolyser firm Ohmium. While the… Continue reading Toyota explores hydrogen infrastructure to power future of automotive in India
Successful Conclusion to National Forklift Safety Day 2025 Hosted at the National Press Club and Live Streamed Globally
WASHINGTON, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Industrial Truck Association (ITA) successfully hosted its twelfth annual National Forklift Safety Day (NFSD) on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. The event, held at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., was also streamed live, attracting hundreds of virtual attendees from across the country. This year’s NFSD featured a… Continue reading Successful Conclusion to National Forklift Safety Day 2025 Hosted at the National Press Club and Live Streamed Globally
Peugeot E-Traveller
The E-Traveller has been given a light refresh over its blunt-nosed predecessor to bring it into line with the rest of the French marque’s passenger car range. As such, the E-Traveller boasts plenty of Peugeot design hallmarks which have come to signify the brand, such as the new logo and LED three-claw light signature that… Continue reading Peugeot E-Traveller
I love race tracks – but dune-bashing is my top driving activity
Can you really love something that you’ve done only a handful of times? I certainly enjoyed getting married and, as my better half will (hopefully) be reassured to read, don’t plan to do it again. I’m confident that I’d have a blast parachuting, even bungee jumping, without necessarily feeling the need to sign up for… Continue reading I love race tracks – but dune-bashing is my top driving activity
Toyota Kirloskar, Ohmium to manufacture green hydrogen power solutions
MoU Exchange Signing between Mr. Sudeep Dalvi, Senior Vice President & Head State Affairs – Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Dr Chock Karuppiah, CSTO, Ohmium International Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has entered into a strategic collaboration with Ohmium, a manufacturer of Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolysers, to co-develop green hydrogen-based power solutions aimed at supporting India’s… Continue reading Toyota Kirloskar, Ohmium to manufacture green hydrogen power solutions
@Toyota: Empowering Change: Toyota Team Members Volunteering to Make a Difference in Their Communities
Toyota supports its team members as they volunteer their time assisting local communities and organizations. Across its offices, manufacturing plants and dealerships, team members are encouraged to get involved in causes they care about. From STEM education to fighting fires to youth sports initiatives, Toyota team members lend their time to help others. The company’s official… Continue reading @Toyota: Empowering Change: Toyota Team Members Volunteering to Make a Difference in Their Communities
EACON Mining Technology Raises Over US$55 Million.
BEIJING, June 25, 2025 /CNW/ — EACON Mining Technology Co Ltd secured over US$55M in Series D funding to accelerate global expansion, with a focus on strengthening operations in the Australian market. The round was led by CATL through its investment arm CATL Capital, the world’s largest EV battery manufacturer and a major supplier to Tesla,… Continue reading EACON Mining Technology Raises Over US$55 Million.