Tag: Mobility

Several cab services in Bengaluru switch to e-mode to cut operational costs

Another e-cab service, ‘eee-Taxi’ is also available for the public in Bengaluru. BENGALURU: With fuel prices soaring, an increasing number of cab operators in the city are shifting to electric vehicles to cushion operational costs. With the setting up of charging stations and entry of EV models, more operators are expected to shift to battery-run… Continue reading Several cab services in Bengaluru switch to e-mode to cut operational costs

Car and motorcycle companies are now making electric bikes

E-bikes may be more expensive than bicycles, but are cheaper than cars or motorcycles. And improved motor and battery technology is bringing prices down. The transportation industry has seen the future, and the future is 1895. That was the year Ogden Bolton Jr. of Canton, Ohio, was awarded U.S. Patent 552,271 for an “electrical bicycle.”… Continue reading Car and motorcycle companies are now making electric bikes

Trumpf to showcase new solutions at virtual in-house trade show

German technology company Trumpf will host ‘Intech’, its in-house trade show in a virtual format on March 22 and 23, 2021. The event will feature innovative products and technologies designed to make sheet-metal fabrication and laser technology more versatile. The event will bring virtual guided tours, live presentations and opportunities for customers and interested parties… Continue reading Trumpf to showcase new solutions at virtual in-house trade show

Bajaj Auto equips entry level Platina 110 with ABS

In a move aimed at safer mobility for motorcycle riders, who are amongst the most vulnerable to road crashes, Bajaj Auto has launched the new Platina 110 commuter motorcycle which, importantly, comes equipped with a segment-first ABS (Anti-lock Braking System). The new Platina 110-ABS is priced at Rs 65,920 (ex-showroom Delhi). As is known ABS braking… Continue reading Bajaj Auto equips entry level Platina 110 with ABS

Is Car Ownership Threatening the Future of Cities? New Zipcar Impact Report Sounds the Alarm

Second annual report looks at COVID-19 impacts on mobility and the critical role car-sharing services play in driving a more sustainable and equitable future for urban living An overwhelming 4 out of 5 American city residents say it’s now essential to have access to a car, with 41% having either purchased a vehicle in the last six months or considering it in part due to the pandemic.1 These newly… Continue reading Is Car Ownership Threatening the Future of Cities? New Zipcar Impact Report Sounds the Alarm

FIA Foundation unveils Strategy 2030 for safe and sustainable mobility worldwide

As the international community embarks on a critical decade for sustainable development and the Climate, the FIA Foundation has finalised its plans to contribute to the global effort to meet the Sustainable Development Goals. At a meeting on March 3, the charity’s Board of Trustees signed off on the fine details of an initial five… Continue reading FIA Foundation unveils Strategy 2030 for safe and sustainable mobility worldwide

@FCA: Stellantis announces conditional distribution of Faurecia shares and cash

Stellantis announces conditional distribution of Faurecia shares and cashAmsterdam, March 4, 2021 – Stellantis N.V. (NYSE / MTA / Euronext Paris: STLA) (“Stellantis”) announced today a conditional distribution by Stellantis to the holders of its common shares of up to 54,297,006 ordinary shares of Faurecia S.E. (“Faurecia”) and up to €308 million in cash, being… Continue reading @FCA: Stellantis announces conditional distribution of Faurecia shares and cash

Uber: Uber Senior Vice President to Participate in Fireside Chat at Truist Technology, Internet, and Services Summit

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced that Andrew Macdonald, Senior Vice President and head of its Mobility segment, will participate in a fireside chat at the Truist Technology, Internet, and Services Summit on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Mr. Macdonald is scheduled to appear at 10:30 am ET (7:30 am PT). A live… Continue reading Uber: Uber Senior Vice President to Participate in Fireside Chat at Truist Technology, Internet, and Services Summit

@VW Group: World premiere of the Cross Turismo: the all-rounder among electric sports cars002549

03/04/2021 Porsche has presented the Taycan Cross Turismo to the public today with a virtual world premiere. The sports car manufacturer is expanding the product portfolio of its first all-electric sports car range with the addition of this versatile off-road version, thereby continuing the systematic pursuit of its path towards sustainable mobility. Like the Taycan… Continue reading @VW Group: World premiere of the Cross Turismo: the all-rounder among electric sports cars002549