AUDI AG is systematically continuing its CO2 program in the supply chain and, as a result, already reducing the CO2 emissions of the parts used in Audi models in the production phase. As part of a pilot project, the company is procuring 20-inch wheels for the Audi e-tron GT that are made from low-CO2 emission… Continue reading @VW Group: Audi CO2 program: sustainable aluminum for Audi e-tron GT wheels002693
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@VW Group: Start of production for Audi Q4 e-tron002692
Audi goes “back to its roots”: In Zwickau in Saxony, the birthplace of this long-standing German company, production of the Audi Q4 e-tron has finally started. The fully electric compact model is the first electric SUV to be produced by Audi in Germany. The Q4 e-tron features a Volkswagen-made modular electric drive matrix (MEB), a… Continue reading @VW Group: Start of production for Audi Q4 e-tron002692
Swiss gas station chain launches national fast charging network
Migrol, a chain of gas stations associated with the Swiss grocery giant Migros, has announced plans to roll out a network of DC fast charging stations. Migrol currently operates more than 300 gas stations, many of them adjacent to convenience stores, car washes and/or auto repair shops. The chargers will be located along principal travel… Continue reading Swiss gas station chain launches national fast charging network
Ineos founder’s Land Rover rival faces launch delay due to Covid lockdowns
The Land Rover-rival being built by the billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe may be delayed by up to six months amid difficulties caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Ineos, the chemicals company founded by Ratcliffe, had planned to deliver the first of the new Grenadier vehicles in early 2022, but is now considering a new launch date… Continue reading Ineos founder’s Land Rover rival faces launch delay due to Covid lockdowns
BorgWarner to Accelerate Electrification Strategy, With Goal to Grow Electric Vehicle Revenues to Approximately 45% by 2030
Investing to Further Expand Electrification Portfolio Through Organic and Inorganic Growth While Seeking to Maintain Top-Quartile Margins Announces Commitment to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2035 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE:BWA) will unveil Project CHARGING FORWARD at its Investor Day today. The project represents an acceleration of its electrification strategy,… Continue reading BorgWarner to Accelerate Electrification Strategy, With Goal to Grow Electric Vehicle Revenues to Approximately 45% by 2030
QuantumScape’s share sale to fund solid-state battery production roils its market value
QuantumScape has issued a share offering to pay for an expanded pilot production line for its solid-state batteries just months after it became a publicly traded company via a reverse merger. QuantumScape said in a regulatory filing that the net proceeds from its sale of 13 million shares, — along with an additional 1.95 million… Continue reading QuantumScape’s share sale to fund solid-state battery production roils its market value
Renault Trucks to offer an electric range for each market segment from 2023
GÖTEBORG, Sweden, March 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Group’s subsidiary Renault Trucks is pursuing its investment in electric mobility. From 2023, an all-electric Renault Trucks offer will be available for each segment, namely distribution, construction and long distance. To support these developments and be able to offer a complete and competitive Renault Trucks range on… Continue reading Renault Trucks to offer an electric range for each market segment from 2023
Valmet Automotive builds battery factory in Germany
Valmet Automotive is building its first battery factory in Germany. At the location in Kirchardt/Baden-Württemberg pre-series production of complete battery systems for electrically powered vehicles is scheduled to start in the first half of 2022. The new battery factory, which will be the company’s third, will create around 160 jobs. Within the past three years,… Continue reading Valmet Automotive builds battery factory in Germany
Goodyear Teams Up With Electric Mobility Pioneer UFODRIVE
COLMAR-BERG, LUXEMBOURG, March 23, 2021 – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced a strategic relationship with UFODRIVE, an all-digital, all-electric car rental company, aimed at improving electric vehicle fleet performance. The companies will together pursue opportunities to integrate their complementary mobility solutions, including Goodyear’s intelligent tire monitoring system and proactive solutions suite and… Continue reading Goodyear Teams Up With Electric Mobility Pioneer UFODRIVE
Continental electronics-laden Jaguar i-Pace launched in India at Rs 1.05 crore
Jaguar Land Rover, which recently announced its intent to go all-electric by as early as 2025, today introduced the Jaguar i-Pace electric crossover in India. Launched at a price-tag of Rs 1.05 crore, ex-showroom, India, the i-Pace is only the second electric luxury SUV currently on sale in the country after the Mercedes-Benz EQC. The… Continue reading Continental electronics-laden Jaguar i-Pace launched in India at Rs 1.05 crore