LORDSTOWN, Ohio, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Lordstown Motors Corp. (Nasdaq: RIDE), (“Lordstown Motors” or “LMC”), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of electric vehicles focused on the commercial fleet market, today announced several key executive appointments that further strengthen the company’s senior leadership team. Daniel A. Ninivaggi was elected to serve as Executive Chairman of the… Continue reading @niche: News Lordstown Motors Announces Executive Appointments002008
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A robot pony maker backed by Chinese EV giant Xpeng raises $100M
China’s Tesla challenger Xpeng isn’t content with just making electric vehicles. It’s also betting on ridable robot unicorns for kids. Xpeng Robotics, a bionic robot maker affiliated with Xpeng, just raised an impressive $100 million in a Series A round led by IDG Capital, at a time when venture investments are slowing in China. Other… Continue reading A robot pony maker backed by Chinese EV giant Xpeng raises $100M
Chinese EV maker XPeng’s robotics arm bags over $100m in IDG-led Series AXPeng had raised $1.72b from an IPO on NYSE in August 2020.
XPeng Robotics, the smart robotics arm of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker XPeng, has entered into an agreement with a consortium of investors to raise over $100 million in its Series A funding round, the startup announced on Tuesday. The Series A round, which is led by IDG Capital with XPeng also participating, will enable… Continue reading Chinese EV maker XPeng’s robotics arm bags over $100m in IDG-led Series AXPeng had raised $1.72b from an IPO on NYSE in August 2020.
Cathay Innovation launches $1b third venture fund to deploy across multi-stages globally
Cathay Innovation, a venture capital fund affiliated with Cathay Capital, has launched its 1-billion-euro ($1 billion) third venture fund, according to a statement by the firm. Cathay Innovation Fund III has roped in several institutional investors as backers, including Sanofi, TotalEnergies, Valeo, BNP Paribas Cardif, Groupe SEB, Groupe ADP (Paris Aéroport) and others. This new… Continue reading Cathay Innovation launches $1b third venture fund to deploy across multi-stages globally
@VW Group: Porsche Talent Team’s Jule Niemeier into Wimbledon last 16005389
Semifinal What a wonderful gesture by the victor as after the final point, Ons Jabeur took the defeated Tatjana Maria by the hand and returned onto Centre Court to receive the acclaim of the crowd together. “I love her,” said the Tunisian in the on-court interview. “She’s an inspiration for so many players, for me… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche Talent Team’s Jule Niemeier into Wimbledon last 16005389
May Mobility Closes USD111M in Series C Funding
A concept rendering of a Toyota e-Palette prototype, a next generation mobility platform on which May Mobility is starting preliminary development to integrate the company’s autonomous driving kit. May Mobility, an Ann Arbor, MI-based autonomous vehicle (AV) technology company, raised USD111M in Series C funding. The round was led by SPARX Group Co., Ltd.’s Mirai Creation… Continue reading May Mobility Closes USD111M in Series C Funding
Rock Tech Lithium signs framework agreement with a globally operating car producer based in Germany
Additionally, the Framework Agreement supports the parties’ respective commitments to environmental responsibility and sustainability, including an agreement to create a roadmap to achieve CO2-neutral production of lithium hydroxide by the end of 2030 and requiring that any product supplied to the costumer be sourced from mining sites audited by the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurances… Continue reading Rock Tech Lithium signs framework agreement with a globally operating car producer based in Germany
Cleantechnica: Tesla Cars Added at 15 More Hertz Locations in USA!002105
Less than a year ago, we reported on the news that Hertz was ordering a stunning 100,000 Tesla cars — one hundred thousand. It was such big news that many didn’t even believe it, thinking it was “fake news.” An extra fascinating element to it is that Mark Fields was the Hertz interim CEO at… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Cars Added at 15 More Hertz Locations in USA!002105
Rental e-scooter trials to be extended until May 2024
Rental e-scooter trials in England will be extended by almost a further two years until at least the end of May 2024, a government minister has confirmed. There are currently 30 government-approved trials across England run which allow users to rent e-scooters, and they are currently the only way it is legal to ride an… Continue reading Rental e-scooter trials to be extended until May 2024
Ascend becomes first and only registrant of Trinohex® Ultra LIB electrolyte additive in China
In third-party testing, Trinohex Ultra has demonstrated superior cathode protection across cathode and electrolyte chemistries. This protection has shown a 30% reduction in harmful gas generation and longer-lasting performance, especially in extreme conditions. “Battery safety, performance, cost and material availability are the biggest obstacles to mass adoption of e-mobility and renewable energies,” said Mr. McNeece.… Continue reading Ascend becomes first and only registrant of Trinohex® Ultra LIB electrolyte additive in China