Bridgestone and Tight End University Partner to Support Boys & Girls Clubs of America

“We are incredibly proud of the $20 million milestone because it demonstrates the profound impact we can make when we work together to build a better future for the next generation,” said Marko Ibrahim, President, BSRO. “Through customer, employee and partner donations, the Bridgestone Driving Great Futures program has helped address critical transportation and technology… Continue reading Bridgestone and Tight End University Partner to Support Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Tata Motors inks pact with BluSmart Electric for 10,000 XPRES T EVs

Anmol Singh Jaggi (L), CoFounder, BluSmart Electric Mobility and Shailesh Chandra (R), Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles at the signing. Tata Motors has signed an agreement with BluSmart Electric Mobility for delivering 10,000 XPRES T EVs to the company. This makes it the biggest ever EV fleet order in India, the company claimed. These… Continue reading Tata Motors inks pact with BluSmart Electric for 10,000 XPRES T EVs

Segway Unveils New AI-Powered Scooter at Micromobility Europe

The S90L, to be introduced at MME 2022 for the first time, is an e-scooter that integrates a full spectrum of AI technologies optimized for shared use. As regulators and fleet operators demand increased safety and sustainability in shared vehicles, manufacturers have traditionally relied on third-party solutions for features such as lane detection and parking… Continue reading Segway Unveils New AI-Powered Scooter at Micromobility Europe

‘No longer sure bets’: Tech giants are dropping bad news daily

The group said it based its wealth calculations on the most up-to-date and comprehensive data sources available, and used the 2021 Billionaires List compiled by the US business magazine . From Seattle to Silicon Valley to Austin, a grim new reality is setting in across the tech landscape: a heady, decades-long era of rapid sales… Continue reading ‘No longer sure bets’: Tech giants are dropping bad news daily

2022 Tesla prices: How much does your favorite model cost?

Electrek is brought to you by Autonomy, the cheapest, fastest, easiest way to get a Tesla Model 3. If you have a credit card, you can reserve a Tesla now. Learn more and get $500 off for a limited time (See Terms).   In 2022, Tesla continues to reign as the #1 name in EVs around the globe by… Continue reading 2022 Tesla prices: How much does your favorite model cost?

Under the skin: The crash test robots making your car safer

Testing cars to destruction forms a vital part of development and global new car assessment programmes such as Euro NCAP have evolved benchmark crash tests to make sure all cars are up to scratch. The tests are carried out in controlled conditions to ensure consistent like-for-like comparisons, but there are also instances where testing in… Continue reading Under the skin: The crash test robots making your car safer

@FCA: Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant recognized by Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) for Turkey Creek Cleanup on World Environment Day

Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant recognized by Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) for Turkey Creek Cleanup on World Environment Day June 5, 2022 , Windsor, Ontario – Members of the Stellantis and Unifor Local 444 Windsor Assembly Plant Joint Workplace Committee including Plant Manager Dave Bellaire (far right) unveil a new Conservation Certification sign on behalf of the… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant recognized by Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) for Turkey Creek Cleanup on World Environment Day

Unlikely players team up to lead South Korea’s air taxi industry

The United States is perhaps one of the best countries to start an urban air mobility company. You only have to look at how fast well-funded startups like Joby Aviation, Wisk Aero and Lillium are building and testing electric vertical takeoff and landing, or eVTOL, aircraft. However, South Korea, which lacks the venture capital, entrepreneurial… Continue reading Unlikely players team up to lead South Korea’s air taxi industry

From Tesla to Peloton, companies slow hiring as economy sputters

Lyft Inc said in May it will slow down hiring and assess budget cuts in some departments. Elon Musk spooked investors on Friday with a warning on the economy and plans to cut Tesla’s workforce, joining a growing list of companies that have dialed back hiring amid decades-high inflation and fallout from the Ukraine crisis.… Continue reading From Tesla to Peloton, companies slow hiring as economy sputters

Kolors Raises $26M in Funding

Kolors, a Houston, TX-based technology and data-driven intercity bus network company, raised $26 million in funding. This included a $20 million Series A financing round led by UP.Partners with participation from Toyota Ventures, Maniv Mobility, K5 Global, Mazapil, alongside existing investors Tuesday Capital, Garret Camp’s Expa, Chris Sacca’s Lowercase, Moving Capital, MVG, Brainstorm Ventures, Bling Capital and Amplifica. The funding will further accelerate expansion… Continue reading Kolors Raises $26M in Funding