Aerospace Devices Inc. Introduces the SkyDock Pro, first Single and Dual 100-Watt USB-C Ports for Inflight Device Charging

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The new SkyDock Pro 100 Watt USB-C charging devices offer superior charging and power efficiency for charging personal electronics on the flight deck, main cabin, and galley. Our personal device charging technology started with our SmartDock USB A and SkyDock FJ USB A charging ports (installed on the… Continue reading Aerospace Devices Inc. Introduces the SkyDock Pro, first Single and Dual 100-Watt USB-C Ports for Inflight Device Charging

Audi wants to purify city air with filter-equipped EVs while they’re driving and charging

German automaker Audi shared that it has been working on a pilot project with supplier MANN + HUMMEL to develop a filter for the front end of EVs that can collect particulate matter while driving and charging. As Audi looks to make its production processes net-carbon-neutral, it also hopes to reduce emissions wherever possible, including… Continue reading Audi wants to purify city air with filter-equipped EVs while they’re driving and charging

Tesla is running into issues building battery cells at Gigafactory Berlin

Tesla is reportedly running into problems establishing battery cell production at Gigafactory Berlin, and it is moving battery manufacturing equipment to Texas. For over two years now, Tesla has been working to build its own battery cells with a new 4680 format. The plan is critical to the company’s long-term growth as it powers its… Continue reading Tesla is running into issues building battery cells at Gigafactory Berlin

Inside the only lithium producer in the U.S., which provides the critical mineral used in batteries by Tesla, EV makers

watch now SILVER PEAK, Nev. — On the edge of Western Nevada, hours from a major city and miles down private dirt roads, lies the United States’ only lithium-producing plant. The nearest town is Tonopah — population 2,179 — where a prospector discovered silver at the turn of the 20th century. The town’s mining roots… Continue reading Inside the only lithium producer in the U.S., which provides the critical mineral used in batteries by Tesla, EV makers

Sony and Honda plan to start U.S. deliveries of their electric vehicle in 2026

Yasuhide Mizuno, the chairman and CEO of Sony Honda Mobility Inc., speaks during a news conference in Tokyo, Japan, on Oct. 13, 2022. Kiyoshi Ota | Bloomberg | Getty Images The Sony-Honda joint venture focused on electric vehicles plans to begin deliveries to the United States and Japan in 2026. Sony Honda Mobility, as it’s… Continue reading Sony and Honda plan to start U.S. deliveries of their electric vehicle in 2026

Nikola founder Trevor Milton guilty of defrauding investors

Nikola Corp. founder Trevor Milton was convicted of fraud for misleading investors in the electric truck company, a stunning downfall for the door-to-door salesman turned billionaire who promised to revolutionize the auto industry.  Milton, 40, was found guilty Friday of one count of securities fraud and two counts of wire fraud by a federal jury… Continue reading Nikola founder Trevor Milton guilty of defrauding investors

Jeep maker settles with California air regulators over emissions test violations

The maker of Jeep, Ram and Dodge vehicles has agreed to settle violations of air-quality regulations in California for $5.6 million, the California Air Resources Board said Friday. It’s CARB’s second enforcement action in four years against FCA US LLC, which is the North American business of Stellantis NV. The violations affected more than 30,000… Continue reading Jeep maker settles with California air regulators over emissions test violations

Nikola Completes Acquisition of Romeo Power

Acquisition strengthens Nikola’s vision to pioneer solutions for a zero-emissions world PHOENIX, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA) (“Nikola”), a provider of zero-emissions transportation and energy infrastructure solutions, today announced the completion of its acquisition of Romeo Power, Inc. (“Romeo”). “We are pleased to complete the acquisition of Romeo and look forward… Continue reading Nikola Completes Acquisition of Romeo Power

Lordstown Motors Announces Timing of Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Webcast

LORDSTOWN, Ohio, Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Lordstown Motors Corp. (Nasdaq: RIDE), (“Lordstown Motors”), an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of electric vehicles focused on the commercial fleet market, today announced that it will release its third quarter 2022 financial results before market open on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. The company will then host a conference call… Continue reading Lordstown Motors Announces Timing of Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Webcast