@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz to join ACC and build a European battery champion with global ambitions

Mercedes-Benz to become an equal shareholder in Automotive Cells Company (ACC) togetherwith Stellantis and TotalEnergies, with each partner holding a 33% equity stake. Mercedes-Benz to provide technology and production know-how to ACC. Mercedes-Benz and its partners to accelerate ACC’s development, with sustainable cutting edge cell technology, highly competitive costs and an objective of at least… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz to join ACC and build a European battery champion with global ambitions

Schaeffler develops solution for digitalization of tool manufacturing with DMG MORI

2021-09-24 | Herzogenaurach Joint development of an innovative, dynamically integrated system for more efficient and sustainable production Expansion of the long-standing partnership with DMG MORI Andreas Schick: “This innovative production system for tool manufacturing promises significant improvements in agility, efficiency, and response times within Schaeffler’s global production network” Schaeffler considers a holistic approach to digitalization… Continue reading Schaeffler develops solution for digitalization of tool manufacturing with DMG MORI

EVgo Boosts Fleet Services for its Charging Network

EVgo serves over 300,000 customer accounts including rideshare, autonomous, delivery, university, and other fleet clients. Photo: EVgo EVgo Inc. (NASDAQ: EVGO), a fleet electrification mover and owner-operator of the nation’s largest public fast charging network for electric vehicles (EVs), announced Sept. 23  the expansion of EVgo Fleet Charging Solutions with a new suite of services… Continue reading EVgo Boosts Fleet Services for its Charging Network

@VW Group: Porsche in China: uniting trends and tradition003885

In China, the smartphone plays a key role in daily life. Which Chinese app is particularly important for you? Dr. Jens Puttfarcken: My two most important apps are WeChat and Alipay. I use Alipay to pay for things and to gain access to buildings. But I can also use the app to book a bike… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche in China: uniting trends and tradition003885

@Honda: Participation in Japan Automotive Model-Based Engineering Center

Five Japanese automobile manufacturers (SUBARU CORPORATION, TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Honda Motor Co., Ltd., and Mazda Motor Corporation) and five parts manufacturers (AISIN CORPORATION, JATCO Ltd, DENSO CORPORATION, Panasonic Corporation, and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation) will be filling the role of executive member in the Japan Automotive Model-Based Engineering center (JAMBE), which went… Continue reading @Honda: Participation in Japan Automotive Model-Based Engineering Center

@Ford: Ford Motor Company Announces Details For Q3 2021 Earnings Conference Call

About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, that is committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.  The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Motor Company Announces Details For Q3 2021 Earnings Conference Call

@VW Group: Volkswagen Group China builds battery system factory in Anhui to strengthen BEV value chain003879

Volkswagen Group China is commencing construction of a battery system production factory in Hefei (Anhui province). VW Anhui Components Company is the first battery system plant to be wholly owned by the Group in China. Its initial annual capacity will be 150,000 to 180,000 high-voltage battery systems for Volkswagen Anhui’s all-electric vehicles based on the… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Group China builds battery system factory in Anhui to strengthen BEV value chain003879

Xos, Cox Automotive Mobility Partner to Reuse Battery Packs

Cox Automotive Mobility, Spiers New Technologies, and Xos share a common mission in supporting practices that enable the extension of an EV battery’s life cycle. Photo: Spiers New Technologies Xos, Inc. (NASDAQ: XOS), a manufacturer of fully electric Class 5 to Class 8 commercial vehicles, announced Sept. 23 a strategic collaboration with Cox Automotive Mobility… Continue reading Xos, Cox Automotive Mobility Partner to Reuse Battery Packs

@Honda: Honda and Google Collaborate on In-vehicle Connected Services

TOKYO, Japan, September 24, 2021 – Honda and Google today announced that the two companies have agreed to integrate Google’s in-vehicle connected service into an all-new model that will come to market in the second half of 2022 in North America. Honda and Google have been collaborating since 2015 with the broader automotive industry to… Continue reading @Honda: Honda and Google Collaborate on In-vehicle Connected Services

Hyundai and Motional expand their footprint in Las Vegas ahead of robotaxi launch

Motional, the autonomous vehicle company that is a joint venture between Hyundai and Aptiv, is growing its presence in Las Vegas as it gears up to launch a commercial robotaxi service in 2023. The company is tripling the size of its closed-course testing facility, doubling its operations center, and hiring over 100 new employees. The… Continue reading Hyundai and Motional expand their footprint in Las Vegas ahead of robotaxi launch