The EV Safety Conundrum

Aravind Subramanian, Consultant, Avalon Consulting & Subhabrata Sengupta, Executive Director, Avalon Consulting Most of us are now aware of multiple incidents where we have seen Electric Vehicles catching fire and the vehicle engulfed in smoke and flames. About half a dozen such incidents have occurred from across India of brands like Pure EV, OLA Electric,… Continue reading The EV Safety Conundrum

Sona Comstar bags Rs 913 crore order for traction motors from 2W OEM

The deal for the OEM’s premier electric two-wheeler, according to Sona Comstar management, was reached following year-long technical discussions with the customer. Gurugram-headquartered Sona Comstar has received its first order of this size from a reputed Indian two-wheeler OEM for traction motor components valued at Rs 913 crore. This brings the company’s total orderbook to about… Continue reading Sona Comstar bags Rs 913 crore order for traction motors from 2W OEM

@Nissan: Nissan starts European production of all-new, fully electric Townstar000840

2022/09/12 As green energy enthusiasts around the globe celebrate World EV Day, Nissan announces production of its 100% electric Townstar The vehicle features a new electric powertrain optimised with intelligent energy management and battery thermal cooling, delivering a top-of-the-class range of up to 300km Boasting more than 20 technology features, the all-new Townstar EV leads… Continue reading @Nissan: Nissan starts European production of all-new, fully electric Townstar000840

Magna Enters Micromobility Market: Investing in Yulu and Creating Battery-Swapping Business

$77 million investment opens door to fast-growing micromobility market Battery-swapping service unlocks new business model for Magna Opportunity to advance sustainable urban mobility in India AURORA, Ontario, Sept. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mobility technology company Magna is expanding into the fast-growing micromobility market by investing $77 million in Yulu, India’s largest electrified shared mobility… Continue reading Magna Enters Micromobility Market: Investing in Yulu and Creating Battery-Swapping Business

@BMW: Charging without an app and card: BMW Group introduces Plug & Charge function and is the first manufacturer to integrate multiple charging contracts in the car.002248

Innovative offer combines convenient charging with unique flexibility. The vehicle independently authenticates itself at charging stations using digitally stored registration data. Available from mid-2023. Munich. With pioneering innovations in the field of digital vehicle functions, the BMW Group is once again helping to make electric mobility more convenient and attractive. From mid-2023, a Plug&Charge function… Continue reading @BMW: Charging without an app and card: BMW Group introduces Plug & Charge function and is the first manufacturer to integrate multiple charging contracts in the car.002248

Global Automotive Switch Market Report (2022 to 2027) – Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecasts

DUBLIN, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “Automotive Switch Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2022-2027” report has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global automotive switch market reached a value of US$ 26.05 Billion in 2021. Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to reach a value of US$ 36.56… Continue reading Global Automotive Switch Market Report (2022 to 2027) – Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecasts

Outlook on the Automotive Lithium-Ion Battery Global Market to 2028 – Featuring Hitachi, Panasonic and Toshiba Among Others

DUBLIN, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The “Automotive Lithium-Ion Battery Market: Global Industry Analysis, Trends, Market Size, and Forecasts up to 2028” report has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The report on the global automotive lithium-ion battery market provides qualitative and quantitative analysis for the period from 2022 to 2028. The report predicts the global… Continue reading Outlook on the Automotive Lithium-Ion Battery Global Market to 2028 – Featuring Hitachi, Panasonic and Toshiba Among Others

Housebuilders ‘lobbied against plan for electric car chargers in new homes in England’

Housebuilders ‘lobbied against plan for electric car chargers in new homes in England’ Exclusive: ‘Blatant efforts’ by companies criticised by campaign group Transport & Environment Automotive industry leaders say charging at home is more attractive to drivers of electric cars. Photograph: Andrew Matthews/PA Automotive industry leaders say charging at home is more attractive to drivers… Continue reading Housebuilders ‘lobbied against plan for electric car chargers in new homes in England’

Soaring energy costs could threaten future of electric cars, experts warn

Soaring energy costs could threaten future of electric cars, experts warn Industry bosses in Germany say high costs are having an impact on vehicle production and sales Recent rises in the price of electricity have made buying electric cars less attractive. Photograph: David Hecker/AFP/Getty Images Recent rises in the price of electricity have made buying… Continue reading Soaring energy costs could threaten future of electric cars, experts warn

The 6 best Android phones in 2022

When it comes to smartphones, you really only have two options: Android or iOS. There used to be more operating systems, and there are some niche ones if you look hard enough, but the majority of the market is dominated by Apple and Google. Google’s Android OS is clearly the platform of choice — at… Continue reading The 6 best Android phones in 2022