South Korean Government to Provide Huge Amount of Financial Support for Small to Midsize Companies Specializing in Semiconductor, Bio-Health, and Future Cars Industries

Process of selecting 250 companies in the fields of system semiconductor, bio-health, and future cars will start on the 23rd. This is a support project that will start this year for the first time by Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) in order to provide personalized support for small to midsize companies that are in… Continue reading South Korean Government to Provide Huge Amount of Financial Support for Small to Midsize Companies Specializing in Semiconductor, Bio-Health, and Future Cars Industries

Cruise Origin – The EV Robo-Taxi Of The Future: Video Recap

Cruise Automation, backed by the General Motors and Honda, recently unveiled a prototype of a production autonomous vehicle, the Cruise Origin. It’s an all-electric, driverless vehicle (no steering wheel or pedals), which can take up to six passengers (or a lot of cargo in the van version) and be used in a ride-hailing service. A… Continue reading Cruise Origin – The EV Robo-Taxi Of The Future: Video Recap

Old PHEV Batteries Get Second Life At EV Bus Charging Station

In the Bergedorf quarter of Hamburg, a container with a total capacity of 500 kWh has been connected to the depot charging network at the Verkehrsbetriebe Hamburg-Holstein (VHH) depot. There, MAN Truck & Bus and VHH want to work together to test how used batteries behave after initial use in vehicles and as a stationary… Continue reading Old PHEV Batteries Get Second Life At EV Bus Charging Station

How Benteler aims to cut EV entry costs with ‘skateboard’ – Automotive News Europe

The Benteler/Bosch platform is a so-called “skateboard,” in which the battery cells are laid flat between the front and rear wheels, with drive and suspension modules at either end. Benteler Automotive specializes in chassis and structural elements, as well as exhaust systems and e-mobility modules. The skateboard design required a new way of thinking about… Continue reading How Benteler aims to cut EV entry costs with ‘skateboard’ – Automotive News Europe

Kids can’t take Uber and Lyft rides alone. A startup thinks it found the perfect solution — and has backing from the US’s largest school-bus company

Uber and Lyft don’t allow unaccompanied minors under 18 years old, though the stipulation isn’t stopping some. To fill the gap, startups like Kango offer scheduled rides with trained caregivers in what they call “childcare as a service.” The startup’s backed by one of the world’s largest school-bus operators, founder Sara Schaer said in an… Continue reading Kids can’t take Uber and Lyft rides alone. A startup thinks it found the perfect solution — and has backing from the US’s largest school-bus company

Bosch to strengthen strategic collaboration with fuel-cell expert Ceres Power by increasing its stake

About Energy and Building Technology The Energy and Building Technology business sector accounted for 4.6 billion euros, or roughly 9 percent, of total Bosch Group sales in 2014. It offers a wide range of products, solutions, and services for heating, hot water, ventilation, air conditioning, security, and building management, power generation, and energy storage. Bosch… Continue reading Bosch to strengthen strategic collaboration with fuel-cell expert Ceres Power by increasing its stake

GM Cruise unveils self-driving electric car for ride sharing

Cruise, GM’s self-driving startup, has unveiled the Cruise Origin, a new autonomous electric vehicle that will power an all-electric, completely autonomous ride-sharing service. The vehicle is a result of a partnership between GM’s startup and Honda. For a few years now, GM has connected self-driving and electrification together. At first, it started with Cruise using… Continue reading GM Cruise unveils self-driving electric car for ride sharing

Hyundai Kona Electric Is autoTrader.ca’s Best Affordable Green Car

Hyundai and Kia are currently selling some of the best and most compelling electric vehicles on the market. They are not the most luxurious or the fastest, but they are honest and,  most importantly, they provide excellent range. The Hyundai Kona Electric is one of the most popular, and its popularity stems from its mix… Continue reading Hyundai Kona Electric Is autoTrader.ca’s Best Affordable Green Car

Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market

Brussels, 22 January 2020 – Forecasting the first downturn in EU car sales in seven years this year, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) today outlined the major challenges faced by the EU auto industry, as it embarks on the transition to carbon-neutral transport. “One of the biggest drivers of change for our sector is… Continue reading Press Releases – Auto industry sets out plan for carbon neutrality under EU Green Deal, amid shrinking market

Zomato Buys Uber’s Food Delivery Business in India

Zomato, an Indian food app provider, acquired Uber’s food delivery business in India. The an all-stock transaction gives Uber 9.99% ownership in Zomato. The acquisition strengthens Zomato’s position in the food delivery business category. Uber Eats in India will discontinue operations and direct restaurants, delivery partners, and users of the Uber Eats apps to the… Continue reading Zomato Buys Uber’s Food Delivery Business in India