Hella Gutmann Solutions will integrate its cloud-based vehicle diagnostics services into Ridecell’s Fleet IoT platform HELLA Ventures makes a minority investment in Ridecell Lippstadt/San Francisco, 11 March 2021. The internationally positioned automotive supplier HELLA has entered into a partnership with US and EU-based Fleet IoT (Internet of Things) platform company Ridecell. Hella Gutmann Solutions, a… Continue reading Digital Diagnostic Solutions for Intelligent Fleet Management: HELLA and Ridecell Enter into Partnership
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@BMW: BMW Group invests in innovative method for CO2-free steel production000964
Munich. The BMW Group is systematically implementing its sustainability goals. As announced today, the company is investing in an innovative method for CO2-free steel production developed by American startup Boston Metal, through its venture capital fund, BMW i Ventures. Over the coming years, Boston Metal plans to expand the new method for steel production on… Continue reading @BMW: BMW Group invests in innovative method for CO2-free steel production000964
Luminar, Volvo subsidiary partner to sell automated driving systems to automakers
Luminar Technologies has deepened ties with Volvo Cars to develop and eventually sell an automated driving system for highways to other automakers. The partnership, announced Thursday, is between Luminar and Volvo’s self-driving software subsidiary Zenseact. The two companies are combining their tech to create what Luminar founder and CEO Austin Russell described as a “holistic… Continue reading Luminar, Volvo subsidiary partner to sell automated driving systems to automakers
PIX is 3D printing self-driving cars inspired by slime mold
Autonomous vehicle manufacturer PIX Moving is combining metal 3D printing with mold-inspired generative design to advance automotive production. The company’s ‘C-ZONE 01’ end-to-end digital manufacturing factory makes use of wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM), a form of large-format DED 3D printing, to produce its PIXBOT and PIXLOOP autonomous vehicle chassis models. According to PIX, the… Continue reading PIX is 3D printing self-driving cars inspired by slime mold
Altimeter SPACs surge on reported $40 billion deal for Singapore ride-hailing company Grab
Tan Hooi Ling is a co-founder of Grab and the current COO. S3studio/Getty Images Altimeter Capital is in talks with ride-hailing company Grab to bring the company public in a $40 billion deal, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. If the deal goes through, it would mark the biggest SPAC deal on… Continue reading Altimeter SPACs surge on reported $40 billion deal for Singapore ride-hailing company Grab
Magna Drives Pickup Truck Electrification With Its New eBeam Technology
Magna’s eBeam technology provides ability to retain pickup truck capability while transitioning to electrificationFirst significant change to solid beam rear axle in trucks in more than 100 yearsPower ranges can exceed 220 kWAURORA, Ontario, March 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Magna continues to accelerate its powertrain electrification capabilities to help automakers achieve a zero-emission future.… Continue reading Magna Drives Pickup Truck Electrification With Its New eBeam Technology
Schaeffler becomes an anchor partner for STARTUP AUTOBAHN
2021-03-11 | Herzogenaurach/Stuttgart Schaeffler joins STARTUP AUTOBAHN and establishes a partner network to develop market-ready innovations more rapidly This network includes more than 30 partners and 30,000 startups Uwe Wagner: “STARTUP AUTOBAHN is perfect for Schaeffler and is an important milestone in our innovation strategy.” Schaeffler is a new “anchor partner” to the Stuttgart-based STARTUP… Continue reading Schaeffler becomes an anchor partner for STARTUP AUTOBAHN
GM partners with startup SolidEnergy Systems to pack more energy in its batteries
GM’s venture arm invested in battery startup SolidEnergy Systems five years ago. Now, GM is tapping the MIT spinout to help it pack more energy into its batteries, the latest in a string of moves by the automaker aimed at accelerating its shift to electric vehicles. GM president Mark Reuss, who announced the partnership Thursday… Continue reading GM partners with startup SolidEnergy Systems to pack more energy in its batteries
South Africa’s FlexClub adds $5M to seed round to scale its car subscription marketplace
The traditional process of buying, insuring and financing cars across emerging markets can be challenging, and it defeats the purpose of building an all-around car shopping experience. Today, FlexClub, a South African company, has been provided with $5 million to improve drivers’ experience in these markets. FlexClub was founded in 2019 by Marlon Gallardo, Rudolf… Continue reading South Africa’s FlexClub adds $5M to seed round to scale its car subscription marketplace
@VW Group: All-electric Volkswagen ID.4 EV prepares for cross-country drive002589
Mar 11, 2021 Nearly 6,000-mile trip begins in NYC on Saturday, March 13 VW ID.4 Pro S and 1st Edition models boast an EPA-estimated range of 250 miles on a single charge All-electric compact SUV deliveries begin this month Herndon, VA — Volkswagen of America is embarking on a drive across the U.S. this weekend… Continue reading @VW Group: All-electric Volkswagen ID.4 EV prepares for cross-country drive002589