May 24, 2022 , Kokomo, Indiana – Stellantis N.V. and Samsung SDI today announced that they have executed binding, definitive agreements to establish an electric-vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana. Targeted to start in 2025, the plant aims to have an initial annual production capacity of 23 gigawatt-hours (GWh), with an aim to increase to… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis and Samsung SDI to Invest Over $2.5 Billion in Joint Venture for Lithium-ion Battery Production Plant in US
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SparkCharge Raises $23M in Series A Funding
SparkCharge, a Somerville, Mass.-based mobile EV charging network, raised $23m in Series A funding. The round was co-led by Tale Venture Partners and Pendulum with participation from Revolution’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund, the Mark Cuban Companies, and Silicon Valley Bank, as well as Pusha-T and Summer Watson. SparkCharge has seen record-breaking growth over the… Continue reading SparkCharge Raises $23M in Series A Funding
Federal Council wants changes to the law for autonomous driving
The law for the operation of level 4 vehicles on German roads has to be changed again. The Bundestag had one bill for autonomous driving level 4 decided, but the Federal Council still wants to push through some changes. The Federal Council recently agreed in principle, but has requested changes as a condition for approval.… Continue reading Federal Council wants changes to the law for autonomous driving
Four-month-old Doppel is helping some of the biggest NFT projects spot scams
As NFTs have gained popularity, so, too, has NFT fraud. Copycats can quite easily upload images to an NFT marketplace, mint them and sell them to customers for profit without verifying that those images are their own intellectual property. The problem has become even more widespread as NFTs have popped up on chains like Solana,… Continue reading Four-month-old Doppel is helping some of the biggest NFT projects spot scams
Hesai Appoints Bob in den Bosch as SVP of Global Sales
Hesai Appoints Bob in den Bosch as Senior Vice President of Global Sales Mr. in den Bosch Brings Over Two Decades of Automotive, Industrial, and Semiconductor Experience PALO ALTO, Calif. , May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Hesai Technology (“Hesai”), a leading global developer of lidar for ADAS and autonomous driving, today announced that it has hired Bob… Continue reading Hesai Appoints Bob in den Bosch as SVP of Global Sales
May is National Bike Safety Month – Technology represents the next step that could help reduce cyclist injuries and fatalities
In March 2022, Audi of America announced that it was collaborating with Spoke, a mobility platform for safety, connectivity, and enriched rider experiences, along with other partners, to explore technical solutions for C-V2X with connected car-to-bicycle technologies to help reduce roadway accidents and fatalities involving motor vehicles and bicycles. The NHTSA reported 938 bicycle and other… Continue reading May is National Bike Safety Month – Technology represents the next step that could help reduce cyclist injuries and fatalities
AvantStay Appoints David Katcher as New Chief Operating Officer
In his new role at AvantStay, Katcher is responsible for the end-to-end owner and guest experience. Katcher and his team ensure all aspects of AvantStay’s operations—from onboarding a new home, to the overall guest experience from booking to check-out—work seamlessly and deliver on the brand’s overall standards and promise. As part of the executive team,… Continue reading AvantStay Appoints David Katcher as New Chief Operating Officer
Didi proceeds with NYSE delisting
Yahoo Finance Live anchors discuss China stocks as Didi proceeds to delist from the New York Stock Exchange. Video Transcript AKIKO FUJITA: Well, Chinese ride-hailing giant DiDi will officially delist from the New York Stock Exchange. Shareholders approved the decision at the extraordinary general meeting held in Beijing today. The company says it plans to… Continue reading Didi proceeds with NYSE delisting
Berylls Strategy Advisors Releases Market Analysis of Global Trucking Industry
Findings highlight supply-chain challenges, growing demand, and more DETROIT, May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Following several tumultuous years for the trucking industry, Berylls Strategy Advisors, a global management consulting firm focused on the automobility industry, has completed a Q1 2022 market analysis that reviews the challenges of 2021 while offering insights for the future. Looking… Continue reading Berylls Strategy Advisors Releases Market Analysis of Global Trucking Industry
Former CEO of Veolia Transportation and Transdev North America Joins BILITI Electric’s Board
Joseph has over 30 years of leadership experience with both public and private transportation organizations across the U.S., Canada, UK, Ireland, and South America. Currently, he is serving as the CEO of Mobitas Advisors, a leading Washington-based advisory firm working with growth-stage companies in the mobility, automotive and energy sectors. Mark is a board member… Continue reading Former CEO of Veolia Transportation and Transdev North America Joins BILITI Electric’s Board