Audi’s new Skysphere concept is two cars in one

Audi invited us out to LA for a first look at their new Skysphere concept, which they will be showing at Pebble Beach this week. The car, while only a concept so far, gives us a glimpse into the future of Audi design and engineering, and we’re seriously here for it. When we first heard… Continue reading Audi’s new Skysphere concept is two cars in one

NVIDIA Makes RTX Technology Accessible to More Professionals

With its powerful real-time ray tracing and AI acceleration capabilities, NVIDIA RTX technology has transformed design and visualization workflows for the most complex tasks, like designing airplanes and automobiles, visual effects in movies and large-scale architectural design. The new NVIDIA RTX A2000 — our most compact, power-efficient GPU for a wide range of standard and… Continue reading NVIDIA Makes RTX Technology Accessible to More Professionals

Best ever second quarter for used car market as nation emerges from lockdown

UK used car transactions rose 108.6% on weak Q2 2020 to 2,167,504 units. April saw growth of 307.4%, followed by the best May and June since records began.1 Popularity of used plug-in vehicles soared as transactions increased 351.4% in Q2, although equal to only 1.3% of the used car market. The UK’s used car market… Continue reading Best ever second quarter for used car market as nation emerges from lockdown

@VW Group: Audi skysphere concept – the future is wide open003649

The Audi skysphere concept shows how the brand is redefining luxury in the future – it’s no longer just about driving. The concept car was designed with the clear objective of offering its occupants captivating and world-class experiences. To give passengers the maximum amount of freedom, the Audi skysphere concept was designed for two different… Continue reading @VW Group: Audi skysphere concept – the future is wide open003649

Electric utility EDF launches V2G offering for Nissan fleet customers in the UK

Electric utility EDF, in partnership with Nissan, has launched a new commercial charging service using vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology in the UK. The V2G technology developed by DREEV, a joint venture between EDF and V2G technology specialist Nuvve, allows bidirectional energy flow in order to recharge an EV’s battery at times of low energy demand and… Continue reading Electric utility EDF launches V2G offering for Nissan fleet customers in the UK

@Toyota: 2022 Toyota Tundra: New Truck, New Approach

About ToyotaToyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands plus our 1,800 dealerships. Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs more than 47,000 in North America. The company… Continue reading @Toyota: 2022 Toyota Tundra: New Truck, New Approach

Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Misses Opportunity to Prioritize Walking and Biking as Essential

Infrastructure bill missing innovative spending necessary to deliver significant climate and community benefits. Tweet this While the long-negotiated bipartisan infrastructure package includes funding, programs and eligibilities for active transportation, the bill fails to fully fund two programs that are key to connecting and maintaining the nation’s active-transportation system: active-transportation connectivity grants and the Recreational Trails… Continue reading Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Misses Opportunity to Prioritize Walking and Biking as Essential

NASA Renews Support of Vertical Lift Research Centers of Excellence

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — NASA is continuing its support of university research into technologies for future helicopters and other vertical lift aircraft in partnership with the U.S. Army and Navy. With their unique ability to take off and land from any spot, as well as hover in place, vertical lift vehicles are increasingly… Continue reading NASA Renews Support of Vertical Lift Research Centers of Excellence

@Hyundai: Kia EV6 achieves product carbon footprint certification from the Carbon Trust

First Korean car in history to achieve product carbon footprint certification from the Carbon Trust EV6 footprint measured against internationally recognized PAS2050 Standards Certification validates CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) figures for lifecycle of EV6 Kia EV6 has achieved product carbon footprint certification and ‘Carbon Measured’ label from the global climate change and sustainability consultancy the… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia EV6 achieves product carbon footprint certification from the Carbon Trust

Automotive Lightweight Materials Market to Reach $126.76 Bn, Globally, by 2030 at 7.1% CAGR: Allied Market Research

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Allied Market Research published a report, titled, “Automotive Lightweight Materials Market by Vehicle Type (IC Engine Powered, Electric Powered, and Others), Material Type (Metals, Composites, Plastics, and Elastomer), and Component (Frame, Powertrain, Interior Systems & Components, and Exterior Systems & Components): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021–2030″ According to… Continue reading Automotive Lightweight Materials Market to Reach $126.76 Bn, Globally, by 2030 at 7.1% CAGR: Allied Market Research