Less than a year ago, we reported on the news that Hertz was ordering a stunning 100,000 Tesla cars — one hundred thousand. It was such big news that many didn’t even believe it, thinking it was “fake news.” An extra fascinating element to it is that Mark Fields was the Hertz interim CEO at… Continue reading Cleantechnica: Tesla Cars Added at 15 More Hertz Locations in USA!002105
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The best Amazon Prime Day 2022 deals so far
All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. Some of our stories include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Amazon Prime Day is officially here and a number of our favorite gadgets are on sale. If… Continue reading The best Amazon Prime Day 2022 deals so far
Twitter sues Elon Musk for attempting to back out of $44 billion buyout deal
Twitter is suing Elon Musk to force the Tesla and SpaceX CEO to complete his $44 billion acquisition of the social media company. The New York Times reports Twitter filed a complaint on Tuesday with the Chancery Court in Delaware alleging the billionaire wrongfully broke his agreement to purchase the platform. In April, Musk announced… Continue reading Twitter sues Elon Musk for attempting to back out of $44 billion buyout deal
Rivian CEO tells staff the company is carrying out a ‘major’ cost-cutting effort
Electric vehicle maker Rivian is planning a “major” cost-cutting drive and will be “as thoughtful as possible as we consider any reductions,” CEO RJ Scaringe wrote in a memo to employees. Scaringe sent the note in response to reports that Rivian is planning up to 700 or so layoffs, primarily among non-engineering teams. “This is… Continue reading Rivian CEO tells staff the company is carrying out a ‘major’ cost-cutting effort
Ascend becomes first and only registrant of Trinohex® Ultra LIB electrolyte additive in China
In third-party testing, Trinohex Ultra has demonstrated superior cathode protection across cathode and electrolyte chemistries. This protection has shown a 30% reduction in harmful gas generation and longer-lasting performance, especially in extreme conditions. “Battery safety, performance, cost and material availability are the biggest obstacles to mass adoption of e-mobility and renewable energies,” said Mr. McNeece.… Continue reading Ascend becomes first and only registrant of Trinohex® Ultra LIB electrolyte additive in China
Ascend devient le premier et unique dépositaire de l’additif pour électrolyte Trinohex® Ultra LIB en Chine
« La Chine est à la pointe de la production de batteries lithium-ion et nous sommes impatients de contribuer à la production de batteries plus sûres, plus durables et plus performantes », a déclaré Dave McNeece, directeur commercial principal des spécialités durables d’Ascend. Dans le cadre d’essais indépendants, Trinohex Ultra a démontré une protection supérieure contre les cathodes et… Continue reading Ascend devient le premier et unique dépositaire de l’additif pour électrolyte Trinohex® Ultra LIB en Chine
Cummins Inc. Increases Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
COLUMBUS, Ind.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Board of Directors of Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today approved an increase in the company’s quarterly cash dividend on common stock of approximately 8 percent to 1.57 dollars per share from 1.45 dollars per share. The dividend is payable on September 1, 2022, to shareholders of record on August 19, 2022. About… Continue reading Cummins Inc. Increases Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
Now 22 customers suing Ford over 2021 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator fire issue
What began as three unhappy owners of 2021 Ford Expedition and 2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles has ballooned to 22 plaintiffs including one from the automaker’s home state of Michigan in a lawsuit filed this month against Ford Motor Co. The plaintiffs say the Dearborn automaker failed to disclose a defect causing spontaneous under-hood fires in at least… Continue reading Now 22 customers suing Ford over 2021 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator fire issue
Chevrolet Bolt EV to disappear from lineup as new technology rolls out
General Motors’ most affordable and accessible electric vehicle currently in the lineup — the Chevrolet Bolt — will eventually disappear to make way for more EVs on the automaker’s Ultium platform. GM has said the future Equinox EV, to be revealed in September, is expected to start at about $30,000, making it one of the most affordable EVs GM offers.… Continue reading Chevrolet Bolt EV to disappear from lineup as new technology rolls out
Bosch Engineering unveils new campus in Holzkirchen
A milestone of future engineering “We are delighted to have successfully completed construction,” says site manager Jens Hofmann. “We now have a new and attractive state-of-the-art workspace for around 500 associates.” An initial cohort of this workforce has already relocated.The building has various lab facilities in the basement. On the first floor, there is a… Continue reading Bosch Engineering unveils new campus in Holzkirchen