DENSO to Issue Sustainability Bonds for the First Time

KARIYA, Japan, Sept. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — DENSO Corporation announces that it has issued DENSO Group’s first sustainability bonds denominated in USD to further promote sustainability management. Sustainability bonds are bonds issued to finance activities that contribute to both environmental and social sustainability. Since its founding, DENSO has practiced sustainability management, which aims to pursue… Continue reading DENSO to Issue Sustainability Bonds for the First Time

Charging infrastructure: The roadblock that could stop electric vehicles in their tracks

The Government of India (GoI) launched the National Mission on Transformative Mobility and Battery Storage to promote clean, connected, shared and holistic mobility initiatives in March 2019. Electric mobility has gained traction in India in recent years with a concerted focus towards incentives on vehicle and charging infrastructure, demand creation, and an enabling policy and… Continue reading Charging infrastructure: The roadblock that could stop electric vehicles in their tracks

Elon Musk: Software will shape future of the car industry; Chinese automakers are most competitive with Tesla

In new comments, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that software will shape the future of the automotive industry and added that he believes Chinese automakers are most competitive with Tesla on that front. Musk made a pre-recorded appearance at the 2021 World New Energy Vehicle Congress in Hainan, China. For those used to hearing Musk… Continue reading Elon Musk: Software will shape future of the car industry; Chinese automakers are most competitive with Tesla

Tesla to work with global regulators on data security -Musk

Tesla CEO Elon Musk gestures as he visits the construction site of Tesla’s Gigafactory in Gruenheide near Berlin, Germany, August 13, 2021. Patrick Pleul/Pool via Reuters/File Photo SHANGHAI, Sept 17 (Reuters) – Electric vehicle maker Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) will work with global regulators to ensure data security, Chief Executive Elon Musk told an industry event… Continue reading Tesla to work with global regulators on data security -Musk

Jan 18, 2019, 11:04 ETDeepBlue Technology Hits The Urban Roadway With The Debut Of The “Smart Panda Bus”On January 18th, DeepBlue Technology’s Smart P…

The Smart Panda Bus leverages the latest AI technologies all in one product. Some features are: AutoPilot, Finger Vein Recognition, Voice Interaction, Precise Advertising Push, Vehicle Monitoring Robot, Intelligent Unmanned Retail System, Abnormal Behavior Monitoring System and Intelligent Escape Emergency Handling System, which has never been implemented in a public commuter transport until now. On the… Continue reading Jan 18, 2019, 11:04 ETDeepBlue Technology Hits The Urban Roadway With The Debut Of The “Smart Panda Bus”On January 18th, DeepBlue Technology’s Smart P…

@GM: GM Defense Awarded $36.4 Million Development Contract to Build Heavy-Duty Surburbans for U.S. Government Agencies

GM Defense Awarded $36.4 Million Development Contract to Build Heavy-Duty Surburbans for U.S. Government Agencies 2021-09-15 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of State has awarded GM Defense LLC, a subsidiary of General Motors, a contract to develop and validate next generation Large Support Utility Commercial Vehicles (SUV) for future fleet production in support of… Continue reading @GM: GM Defense Awarded $36.4 Million Development Contract to Build Heavy-Duty Surburbans for U.S. Government Agencies

Wallbox unveils new Hypernova public charger with up to 350 kW of power

Charging solution provider Wallbox unveiled what it calls its fastest and most sophisticated public charging station yet, at the recent IAA MOBILITY 2021 trade show in Munich. Hypernova can deliver up to 350 kW of power, matching the top speed of any passenger-vehicle charger on the market today. Currently, there are only a few cars… Continue reading Wallbox unveils new Hypernova public charger with up to 350 kW of power

Japan lays groundwork for ‘level 4’ autonomous driving

TOKYO — Japan’s transportation ministry plans to introduce stricter safety requirements for autonomous vehicles, paving the way for buses and other public transportation that can operate without human drivers in aging, rural communities.  Japan is looking to level 4 automation, which does not require human control and may operate without a wheel or pedals, to provide a mobility solution to remote… Continue reading Japan lays groundwork for ‘level 4’ autonomous driving

@Ford: Ford Begins Pre-Production of All-Electric F-150 Lightning Truck, Boosts Investment, Adds Jobs in Michigan

One year after Ford confirmed construction of the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, Mich., the first Ford F-150 Lightning pre-production units begin leaving the factory; the all-electric F-150 Lightning goes on sale next spring With 150,000 reservations for F-150 Lightning to date, Ford is investing an additional $250 million and adding 450 more direct… Continue reading @Ford: Ford Begins Pre-Production of All-Electric F-150 Lightning Truck, Boosts Investment, Adds Jobs in Michigan

TVS acquires Swiss e-bike maker EGO Movement

L-R: Sir Ralf Speth, Sudarshan Venu, Daniel Meyer and Ms. Marie TVS Motor Co has acquired a majority stake in European e-bike brand, EGO Movement, thereby marking its foray into the personal e-mobility business. The all-cash deal was conducted through its Singapore Subsidiary TVS Motor (Singapore) and is in line with TVS’ strategy to expand… Continue reading TVS acquires Swiss e-bike maker EGO Movement