Tag: Mobility

German Manager Magazin: VW orders 2,200 robots for battery assembly and bodywork in car plants in Emden, Hanover and USA000228

The automaker Volkswagencontinues the conversion of several plants for the production of Electric cars continues and invests in the necessary automation. The world’s largest car manufacturer has now ordered around 2,200 specialized robots that are to be used in the redesigned factories in Emden, Hanover and Chattanooga (USA). There you take on the battery assembly… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: VW orders 2,200 robots for battery assembly and bodywork in car plants in Emden, Hanover and USA000228

ABB to deploy its new bi-directional charging technology for V2G kiosks in France

Swiss electronics giant ABB will supply its brand-new 11 kW bi-directional charging technology, specially designed for V2G, as part of a contract with France’s DREEV, a joint venture between Électricité de France (EDF) and intelligent charging specialist Nuvve. ABB’s solution, integrated with DREEV software, will enable EV drivers to export surplus power back to the… Continue reading ABB to deploy its new bi-directional charging technology for V2G kiosks in France

@Toyota: Launch of a preparatory committee for “Japan Hydrogen Association (JH2A)”

Toyota Motor Corporation works to develop and manufacture innovative, safe and high-quality products and services that create happiness by providing mobility for all. We believe that true achievement comes from supporting our customers, partners, employees, and the communities in which we operate. Since our founding over 80 years ago in 1937, we have applied our… Continue reading @Toyota: Launch of a preparatory committee for “Japan Hydrogen Association (JH2A)”

Third quarter 2020 results

Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 14 October 2020 7:00 AM CEST TOMTOM’S CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, HAROLD GODDIJN“Market conditions continue to improve and we are pleased that our Automotive business shows robust sequential operational revenue growth.Deal activity was strong despite COVID-19. We are especially excited to announce a multi-year expansion and extension of our Uber contract, supplying both maps and… Continue reading Third quarter 2020 results

@Groupe PSA: PR PEUGEOT Cycles partners with Fnac and Darty to sell a premium cycling line for riders of all ages000444

As part of their partnership with PEUGEOT Cycles, Fnac and Darty are expanding their urban mobility offerings with two new electric bicycles from the iconic French brand: the “Legend” eLC01 city bicycle with a neo-retro design and the versatile eT01 trekking bicycle. Ensuring that even the youngest riders can get in on the action, the… Continue reading @Groupe PSA: PR PEUGEOT Cycles partners with Fnac and Darty to sell a premium cycling line for riders of all ages000444

Car-sharing startup Getaround raises $140 million as business recovers from pandemic low

By Tina Bellon 2 Min Read FILE PHOTO: Cars drive underneath the Mulholland Bridge on the 405 freeway in Los Angeles, California July 12, 2011. REUTERS/Jason Redmond/File Photo (Reuters) – Car-sharing company Getaround Inc on Wednesday said it has raised $140 million in additional venture capital funding at a time when its business is seeing… Continue reading Car-sharing startup Getaround raises $140 million as business recovers from pandemic low

@BMW: BMW Charging and MINI Charging: expanded charging options for Gen5 market launch000641

Munich. BMW Charging and MINI Charging are extending and supplementing their customer offering to coincide with the market launch of BMW’s fifth-generation electrification kit. Innovative charging solutions and digital services for easy and convenient home, workplace and public charging will be available to meet every customer need.   “Electromobility’s success in the market will hinge… Continue reading @BMW: BMW Charging and MINI Charging: expanded charging options for Gen5 market launch000641

@VW Group: Volkswagen unveils 2022 Taos compact SUV

Oct 13, 2020 [embedded content] Taos slots under Tiguan in the Volkswagen lineup and is the second proof point of Volkswagen’s doubling-up strategy for SUVs 1.5-liter EA211 turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 158hp and 184 lb-ft of torque pairs with either 8-speed automatic and FWD or 7-speed DSG® dual- clutch automatic transmission and 4Motion® all-wheel drive… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen unveils 2022 Taos compact SUV

Arrival to build its first US EV microfactory in South Carolina

Arrival is expected to begin operations in the second quarter of 2021, with the start of production in Q4 2021. Arrival, a global electric vehicle company based in London, England, has announced plans to set up its first U.S. Microfactory in York County, South Carolina. The $46 million (Rs 340 crore) investment into the region… Continue reading Arrival to build its first US EV microfactory in South Carolina