Image: Getty Images/Jung Getty Google Maps will soon show drivers in the US, Europe and Canada the most fuel-efficient route based on the vehicle’s type — whether its electric or runs on petrol, diesel or hybrid. The new Google Maps fuel-efficient routes could offer drivers some relief as they ponder how much they’re adding to… Continue reading Want to save money and fuel? Google Maps brings ‘eco-friendly’ driving to more routes
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StoreDot ships EV battery cells for testing to global OEMs
StoreDot’s extreme fast charging EV battery technology claimed to provide 100 miles / 160km of range in just 5 minutes consistently and without compromising battery health. StoreDot, the pioneer of extreme fast-charging batteries for electric vehicles, has commenced shipping its production-ready battery cell samples to global EV OEMs and strategic partners. StoreDot’s EV OEM investors… Continue reading StoreDot ships EV battery cells for testing to global OEMs
BYD India to launch all-electric Atto 3 SUV on October 11
Electric vehicle company BYD (Build Your Dreams) India, which currently retails the e6 MPV, is to launch its second offering for India, the Atto 3 electric SUV, on October 11, 2022. The Atto 3 will join the Rs 25 lakh-35 lakh EV SUV segment in India, which includes models like the MG ZS EV and the… Continue reading BYD India to launch all-electric Atto 3 SUV on October 11
US STOCKS-Wall St steadies as growth stocks climb
(For a Reuters live blog on U.S., UK and European stock markets, click or type LIVE/ in a news window.) * Energy stocks follow drop in oil * Apple to unveil new iPhone models * Nio slides after bigger Q2 loss * Indexes up: Dow 0.17%, S&P 0.21%, Nasdaq 0.34% (Updates with market open prices)… Continue reading US STOCKS-Wall St steadies as growth stocks climb
Honda to set up China venture with Dongfeng, Guangzhou Auto to procure EV batteries
TOKYO (Reuters) -Honda Motor Co said on Wednesday its Chinese unit will establish a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Group and Guangzhou Automobile Group Co at the end of the month to procure batteries for fully electric vehicles. The automaker’s Chinese division has also agreed to strengthen its existing partnership with CATL, the world’s largest… Continue reading Honda to set up China venture with Dongfeng, Guangzhou Auto to procure EV batteries
The Automotive Microcontrollers Market Is Expected To Grow At An 8% Rate, Driven By Rising Demand For Electric Vehicles
The Business Research Company’s automotive microcontrollers market research report expands on key drivers, trends, and growth opportunities in the market. LONDON, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Rising demand for electric vehicles (EV) is driving the growth of the automotive microcontrollers market during the forecast period. The use of different types of microcontrollers to handle different operations… Continue reading The Automotive Microcontrollers Market Is Expected To Grow At An 8% Rate, Driven By Rising Demand For Electric Vehicles
DEKRA takes over vehicle inspection in Costa Rica
Expert organization wins tender for nationwide inspection activities Global number one to start at the end of September Extensive experience and global reputation tipped the scales Fifth country in the Americas where DEKRA inspects vehicles STUTTGART, Germany, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The international expert organization DEKRA is becoming active in another market for periodic vehicle… Continue reading DEKRA takes over vehicle inspection in Costa Rica
Tesla Model Y earns five-star rating from European safety agency
Tesla extended its five-star rating streak in Europe with the Model Y, the company announced. The electric crossover SUV earned top marks during safety tests conducted by the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP), receiving the highest overall score among any vehicle tested under the agency’s more stringent test protocol. The testing measures four… Continue reading Tesla Model Y earns five-star rating from European safety agency
@Nissan: Nissan approves first bi-directional charger for use with Nissan LEAF in the U.S.000839
September 7, 2022 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As a pioneer in the electric vehicle space, Nissan continuously looks for ways to deliver new, meaningful technologies to EV owners. Today, working with Fermata Energy, a vehicle-to-grid services provider, Nissan has approved the first ever bi-directional charger for use with the Nissan LEAF in the U.S. With Nissan’s… Continue reading @Nissan: Nissan approves first bi-directional charger for use with Nissan LEAF in the U.S.000839
Werner Enterprises Signs Letter of Intent Planning to Secure 500 X15H Engines from Cummins
OMAHA, Neb.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Werner Enterprises (Nasdaq: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, and Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI), a global power solutions provider, announced today Werner signed a letter of intent to purchase 500 Cummins’ 15-liter hydrogen internal combustion engines upon availability. The two companies announced earlier this year, Werner Enterprises plans to validate and integrate… Continue reading Werner Enterprises Signs Letter of Intent Planning to Secure 500 X15H Engines from Cummins