Kia will establish its first manufacturing facility dedicated to producing electric Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs) Kia’s foray into the PBV sector is a pivotal step outlined in the company’s Plan S strategy, with the ultimate aim to become a global leader in sustainable mobility solutions Construction of new facility to begin in the first half… Continue reading @Hyundai: Kia to establish its first electric PBV plant in Korea, as it accelerates electrified mobility
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Veoneer to supply Cameras to BMW Group’s Next Generation Vision System for Automated Driving
STOCKHOLM, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The automotive technology company Veoneer has signed an agreement to equip BMW Group vehicles with camera heads for their next generation vision system for Automated Driving. The camera heads support the cooperation between BMW Group, Qualcomm Technologies, and Arriver™ which was announced in March this year. The high definition 8… Continue reading Veoneer to supply Cameras to BMW Group’s Next Generation Vision System for Automated Driving
‘Indian Citroen will lead the way on EV introduction’
Citroen will lead the way in electric vehicles (EVs) for India next year, said Carlos Tavares, CEO Stellantis, at a virtual roundtable in Chennai on Tuesday. “Citroen will introduce the smart car programme, it has been created under the Citroen umbrella and the EV versions are part of this programe. Specifically the Indian Citroen will… Continue reading ‘Indian Citroen will lead the way on EV introduction’
@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz and Sila achieve breakthrough with high silicon automotive battery
Mercedes-Benz to incorporate Sila’s silicon anode chemistry for the first time in batteries for the electric G-Class Very high energy density of more than 800 Wh/l on cell level underlines Mercedes-Benz’ claim to be leading in electric mobility Next level cell chemistry to power the first Mercedes-Benz vehicles from mid-decade Stuttgart/Alameda. Mercedes-Benz takes another major… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz and Sila achieve breakthrough with high silicon automotive battery
Argo AI launches driverless autonomous vehicle testing in Miami, Austin
Argo AI, the autonomous vehicle technology company backed by Ford and Volkswagen, is launching driverless testing operations in Miami and Austin, a significant milestone for the startup that illustrates its progress toward commercialization. Argo’s announcement Tuesday follows a period of consolidation within the industry that has left just a handful of large, capital-rich companies in… Continue reading Argo AI launches driverless autonomous vehicle testing in Miami, Austin
German Manager Magazin: Ford, Volvo & Co.: Automakers call for binding targets for charging infrastructure001789
Big automakers and companies in other industries have them EU asked in an open letter to set national targets for charging infrastructure electric cars to set. A proposal by the EU Commission envisages that from 2035, only zero-emission new vehicles may be registered across the EU. “EU policymakers must also set binding national targets for… Continue reading German Manager Magazin: Ford, Volvo & Co.: Automakers call for binding targets for charging infrastructure001789
Oxbotica technology in NEVS vehicles
The British start-up Oxbotica is cooperating with the electric car manufacturer NEVS. Autonomous e-driving is clearly the future and so it is not surprising that the British start-up Oxbotica is looking for an e-car manufacturer as a cooperation partner. Oxbotica is a spinoff from Oxford University in the UK and has been working on the… Continue reading Oxbotica technology in NEVS vehicles
BorgWarner Recognized by Great Place to Work® on Certification Nation Day, a National Celebration of Outstanding Workplaces
Certification highlights BorgWarner’s progressive and inclusive work environment Marks third year in a row the company has received the designation Great Place to Work Certification™ is an esteemed “employer-of-choice” recognition that companies aspire to achieve AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Great Place to Work® has designated May 17, 2022 as Certification Nation… Continue reading BorgWarner Recognized by Great Place to Work® on Certification Nation Day, a National Celebration of Outstanding Workplaces
Argo AI Begins Driverless Vehicle Operations in Miami & Austin
“Argo is first to go driverless in two major American cities, safely operating amongst heavy traffic, pedestrians and bicyclists in the busiest of neighborhoods,” said Bryan Salesky, Founder and CEO, Argo AI. “From day one, we set out to tackle the hardest miles to drive — in multiple cities — because that’s where the density… Continue reading Argo AI Begins Driverless Vehicle Operations in Miami & Austin
@Hyundai: Hyundai Mobis e-CCPM: Preparing for the Era of Purpose-Based Mobility
The era of ‘Purpose Built Vehicle (PBV)’ is approaching. But how is PBV different from current internal combustion engines? Most of today’s cars focus on driving and moving. The cabin is also designed to consider driving efficiency and the comfort of passengers. PBV, on the other hand, focuses on purpose – after securing as much… Continue reading @Hyundai: Hyundai Mobis e-CCPM: Preparing for the Era of Purpose-Based Mobility