A visit to the Guangzhou motor show recently threw up an important question: does China’s accelerated development point to the future of automotive globally or merely its own? China is leading on battery tech but its gung- ho, bitterly fought and highly cash-intensive battle to appeal to local customers in other areas is widening the gulf… Continue reading How Chinese brands’ influence over Europe could shrink
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SparkCharge’s Mobile Battery-Powered Trailer delivers 320 kW DC charging for Zipcar’s EVs
EV fleet charging network SparkCharge has partnered with the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and car-sharing network Zipcar to create a DC fast charging hub that uses a mobile, battery-equipped charging solution. Located at Zipcar’s maintenance facility in East Boston, the pilot facility supports a rotating fleet of Zipcar EVs. SparkCharge’s Mobile Battery-Powered Trailer delivers… Continue reading SparkCharge’s Mobile Battery-Powered Trailer delivers 320 kW DC charging for Zipcar’s EVs
XCharge to deploy EV charging stations at Soriana Supermarkets in Mexico
EV charging provider XCharge will collaborate with FAZT Charging to deploy EV charging stations at multiple locations across Mexico. FAZT is a fast EV charging specialist backed by FactorEnergia, a Spanish energy company that’s been operating in Mexico since 2017. Supermarket chain Soriana operates more than 780 stores across the country. The companies plan to… Continue reading XCharge to deploy EV charging stations at Soriana Supermarkets in Mexico
Vingroup to invest $3 billion in Telangana across urban development, EVs and energy
Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana for a $3 billion phased investment to develop a large-scale, multi-sector ecosystem in the state. The agreement was formalised during the Telangana Rising Global Summit and marks one of Vingroup’s largest overseas expansion commitments. Under the MoU, both parties will… Continue reading Vingroup to invest $3 billion in Telangana across urban development, EVs and energy
South Bengaluru emerging as Karnataka’s green capital
Till Oct this year, the region recorded 23,090 EV registrations, accounting for about 24.3 per centof the city’s total. As Karnataka accelerates its renewable energy transition, south Bengaluru is steadily emerging as the state’s clean-energy hub, driven by a sharp rise in both solar adoption and electric vehicle (EV) registrations. Unlike other regions of the… Continue reading South Bengaluru emerging as Karnataka’s green capital
Carmakers, rental and leasing firms urge EU to avoid mandatory EV fleet targets
Incentives were also needed for the second-hand EV market, given many leased cars are often resold after two or three years. Carmakers BMW and Toyota and auto rental and leasing firms from across Europe urged the European Commission on Monday not to set mandatory targets for electric vehicle purchases for corporate fleets, arguing it would… Continue reading Carmakers, rental and leasing firms urge EU to avoid mandatory EV fleet targets
@VW Group: Continuity as a principle: The philosophy of Ferdinand Porsche011040
The Porsche story was electric from the very beginning. Around the turn of the twentieth century, Ferdinand Porsche built his first electric and hybrid vehicles. Today – 150 years after the birth of the company founder on September 3, 1875 – this story is more alive than ever: with a trio of efficient combustion engines,… Continue reading @VW Group: Continuity as a principle: The philosophy of Ferdinand Porsche011040
Ford Announces Next Phase of European Strategy: New Strategic Partnership, Product Offensive, and Call for Policy Alignment
Ford outlines next phase in path to building a sustainably profitable business in Europe anchored by two pillars – defending leadership with Ford Pro commercial vehicles and services, and a new lineup of electrified passenger vehicles A new strategic partnership with Renault Group combines industrial scale with Ford’s distinctive design to deliver affordable, innovative EVs… Continue reading Ford Announces Next Phase of European Strategy: New Strategic Partnership, Product Offensive, and Call for Policy Alignment
Ford Announces Next Phase of European Strategy: New Strategic Partnership, Product Offensive, and Call for Policy Alignment
Ford outlines next phase in path to building a sustainably profitable business in Europe anchored by two pillars – defending leadership with Ford Pro commercial vehicles and services, and a new lineup of electrified passenger vehicles A new strategic partnership with Renault Group combines industrial scale with Ford’s distinctive design to deliver affordable, innovative EVs… Continue reading Ford Announces Next Phase of European Strategy: New Strategic Partnership, Product Offensive, and Call for Policy Alignment
Vingroup Signs $3 Billion Investment Deal with Telangana
Vietnam’s largest private corporation Vingroup has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Telangana government for a proposed $3 billion investment to be rolled out in phases across multiple sectors in the state. The agreement, announced at the Telangana Rising Global Summit, will see both parties explore collaboration opportunities in smart urban development, electric mobility,… Continue reading Vingroup Signs $3 Billion Investment Deal with Telangana