Honda will use Google’s embedded Android Automotive in its cars starting in 2022

Google nabbed another big automaker in its quest to become the default operating system for cars. Honda will soon begin rolling out vehicles with Google’s embedded Android Automotive OS, which includes Google’s voice-activated Assistant, Google Maps, and other automotive-approved Android apps as the default infotainment. The first Honda vehicles with embedded Android will start rolling… Continue reading Honda will use Google’s embedded Android Automotive in its cars starting in 2022

@Geely: Tue 21 Sep 2021 Lotus reveals pioneering blueprint for next generation electric sports cars Just weeks after Lotus confirmed it will be launching a new …

World premiere for innovative new lightweight EV structure Developed through Project LEVA research programme, rear structure is 37% lighter than on Lotus Emira V6 Will be integrated into Lotus electric sports car architecture Versatile architecture supports multiple layouts, wheelbase lengths, battery sizes and configurations  Technology on display at Cenex LCV event on 22/23 September (Hethel,… Continue reading @Geely: Tue 21 Sep 2021 Lotus reveals pioneering blueprint for next generation electric sports cars Just weeks after Lotus confirmed it will be launching a new …

@Geely: Mon 20 Sep 2021Lotus confirms full specification and price of all-new Emira V6 First EditionLotus has confirmed the price and full specification of th…

Packed with desirable technology, infotainment and comfort features, UK cars will cost £75,995 Supercharged 3.5-litre 400hp V6 with six-speed manual transmission as standard, optional six-speed auto with paddleshift Four option packs included in the spec, plus unique First Edition badging Choice of six vibrant exterior colours, with more to follow next year Updated Emira V6… Continue reading @Geely: Mon 20 Sep 2021Lotus confirms full specification and price of all-new Emira V6 First EditionLotus has confirmed the price and full specification of th…

CATL plans sodium-ion battery production line

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd’s booth is seen during a high-tech expo in Shanghai in June. [Photo provided to China Daily] Chinese battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd will put a sodium-ion battery line into production next year, a top executive disclosed on Thursday. Meng Xiangfeng, assistant to the chairman of CATL, said in… Continue reading CATL plans sodium-ion battery production line

Autos & Transportation · 2:33 PM UTCVolvo Cars gears up for $20 bln IPO in coming weeks, sources sayChina’s Geely Holding (GEELY.UL) is in advanced di…

A Pure Electric sign is seen above a Volvo vehicle displayed during a media day for the Auto Shanghai show in Shanghai, China April 20, 2021. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo STOCKHOLM, Sept 15 (Reuters) – China’s Geely Holding (GEELY.UL) is in advanced discussions with banks to list its Volvo Cars unit in the coming weeks, three… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 2:33 PM UTCVolvo Cars gears up for $20 bln IPO in coming weeks, sources sayChina’s Geely Holding (GEELY.UL) is in advanced di…

Volvo Capital Market Day re-scheduled to spring 2022

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Sept. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The previously announced Volvo Group Capital Market Day set to take place on November 11, 2021 will be re-scheduled to spring 2022. The new date of the Capital Market Day will be announced well in advance along with information regarding whether attendance at the event will be virtual… Continue reading Volvo Capital Market Day re-scheduled to spring 2022

Self-driving startup DeepRoute.ai nets over $300m Series B from Alibaba, others …

Self-driving technology developer DeepRoute.ai announced on Tuesday the completion of a Series B funding round at over $300 million, as the startup continues its commitment to advancing urban logistics and popularising robotaxis. The oversubscribed round was led by Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group, with participation from Asia-based growth capital investor Jeneration Capital and a fund… Continue reading Self-driving startup DeepRoute.ai nets over $300m Series B from Alibaba, others …

@Geely: Kandi Technologies Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

–Revenue of approx. $30 million, +54% y/y––Net Income of approx. $41 million ($0.54 per fully diluted share), +900% y/y––Working Capital of approx. $300 million, cash1 totaled $202.4 million — JINHUA, CHINA, Aug. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kandi Technologies Group, Inc. (the “Company,” “we” or “Kandi”) (NASDAQ GS: KNDI), today announced financial results for the… Continue reading @Geely: Kandi Technologies Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results