Compact SUVs: the Baby Lexus arrives and a flurry of electric models (also Tesla)

CROSSOVER The luxury brand of the Toyota Group could offer an exclusive B-suv based on the Toyota Yaris Cross The BX as it may be called is intended for the European and Asian markets, not the USA. by Corrado Canali The luxury brand of the Toyota Group could offer an exclusive B-suv based on the… Continue reading Compact SUVs: the Baby Lexus arrives and a flurry of electric models (also Tesla)

@Daimler: 26. May 2020Rolls-Royce and Daimler Truck AG plan cooperation on stationary fuel-cell systems

May 26, 2020 – Daimler Truck AG and Rolls-Royce plc plan to cooperate on stationary fuel-cell generators as CO2-neutral emergency power generators for safety-critical facilities such as data centers. They are to offer emission-free alternatives to diesel engines, which are currently used as emergency power generators or to cover peak loads. The companies have signed… Continue reading @Daimler: 26. May 2020Rolls-Royce and Daimler Truck AG plan cooperation on stationary fuel-cell systems

Volvo Limits Speed To 180 Km/h: Side Effect Is Positive For EVs

Volvo recently announced that all new models are now limited to a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph) to reduce serious injuries and fatalities in accidents. Some might perceive it as a quite controversial move. Directly, it’s not related to electric cars, but it’s quite interesting and actually it might bring a significant positive… Continue reading Volvo Limits Speed To 180 Km/h: Side Effect Is Positive For EVs

China’s Geely to explore deeper cooperation with Daimler: chairman

A building of the Geely Auto Research Institute is seen in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, China August 4, 2017. REUTERS/Aly Song BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s Geely will explore the possibility of deeper cooperation with German luxury automaker Daimler AG (DAIGn.DE), its Chairman Li Shufu said on Friday. Geely built a 9.69% stake in Stuttgart-based Daimler in… Continue reading China’s Geely to explore deeper cooperation with Daimler: chairman

@Geely: Kandi Technologies Appoints New Chief Financial Offer

JINHUA, CHINA, May 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Kandi Technologies Group (the “Company”, “we” or “Kandi”) (NASDAQ GS: KNDI), is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jehn Ming Lim as Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective on May 15, 2020.  Ms. Zhu Xiaoying had completed her responsibilities as the Company’s interim CFO.Mr. Lim brings over… Continue reading @Geely: Kandi Technologies Appoints New Chief Financial Offer

Cobe designs “chamber of secrets” to develop Lynk & Co subscription car – Dezeen

Danish architecture studio Cobe has revealed its Uni3 design centre for Chinese car manufacturer Geely in Gothenburg, which will include a hidden laboratory for electric car brand Lynk & Co. Designed with a eye on corporate espionage, Cobe describes the development centre for Geely as a “chamber of secrets”. Set to be built on the… Continue reading Cobe designs “chamber of secrets” to develop Lynk & Co subscription car – Dezeen

@Geely: LEVC TX – Purpose built for protection

As restrictions on movement ease across the country, LEVC’s TX electric taxi is playing a vital role in keeping passengers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Keeping socially distant remains a major challenge for those returning to their jobs, with Government actively discouraging workers from using public transport. TX taxis can provide a crucial transport service,… Continue reading @Geely: LEVC TX – Purpose built for protection

Coronavirus: Bridgend Ford return to work marks 40 years

Ford’s engine plant in Bridgend is restarting production after a nearly two-month shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Its 1,200 strong workforce has been on furlough since 25 March but this final return to work – with the factory due to close for good in September – also marks its 40th anniversary. When the plant… Continue reading Coronavirus: Bridgend Ford return to work marks 40 years