How 3D-printing ‘microfactories’ can transform plastic waste into brand new products

A new era of 3D printing “microfactories” is helping to turn waste plastics into “highly competitive” products fit for use in the construction industry, according to Veena Sahajwalla, professor and founding director of UNSW Sustainable Materials Research and Technology (SMaRT) Centre. Speaking to CNBC’s Mandy Drury at Schneider Electric’s Sydney Innovation Summit on Monday in… Continue reading How 3D-printing ‘microfactories’ can transform plastic waste into brand new products

German FAZ: Bank of Japan sees risk for inflation008950

The price for rice in Japan’s supermarkets has almost doubled within one year. A five-kilo bag-the common lot size for the rice-loving Japanese-now costs an average of 4077 yen (25 euros). The prices for some vegetables and other foods have recently risen significantly, so that even the Japanese central bank is now warning of the… Continue reading German FAZ: Bank of Japan sees risk for inflation008950

German FAZ: Bank of Japan sees the risk of inflation008948

The price for rice in Japan’s supermarkets has almost doubled within one year. A five-kilo bag-the common lot size for the rice-loving Japanese-now costs an average of 4077 yen (25 euros). The prices for some vegetables and other foods have recently risen significantly, so that even the Japanese central bank is now warning of the… Continue reading German FAZ: Bank of Japan sees the risk of inflation008948

@Toyota: Toyota Automobile Museum to Hold the 35th Classic Car Festival

The Toyota Automobile Museum, a cultural facility of Toyota Motor Corporation, will host its 35th Classic Car Festival on Sunday, 20 April at Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park in Nagakute City, Aichi. The community-based event aims to promote and sustain automobile culture. The festival will feature a variety of events, including a public road parade… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Automobile Museum to Hold the 35th Classic Car Festival

@Toyota: Toyota Automobile Museum to Hold the 35th Classic Car Festival

The Toyota Automobile Museum, a cultural facility of Toyota Motor Corporation, will host its 35th Classic Car Festival on Sunday, 20 April at Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park in Nagakute City, Aichi. The community-based event aims to promote and sustain automobile culture. The festival will feature a variety of events, including a public road parade… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Automobile Museum to Hold the 35th Classic Car Festival

Japan’s auto lobby warns US tariffs could force production adjustments

In the event, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yoji Muto failed to win any assurance from Washington that Japan would be exempt from any of the tariffs. The chief of Japan’s auto lobby warned that the potential April 2 start of auto tariffs proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump could force automakers and suppliers… Continue reading Japan’s auto lobby warns US tariffs could force production adjustments

Hyundai Motor India to Implement Price Hike of Up to 3% from April 2025

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced a price increase of up to 3% across its model lineup, effective April 2025. The revision comes in response to rising input costs, higher commodity prices, and increased operational expenses. The extent of the price hike will vary depending on the model and variant.   Tarun Garg, Whole-time… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India to Implement Price Hike of Up to 3% from April 2025

Hikes Amid Slowdown: What’s Driving Rising Car Prices in India?

In what appears to be a challenging balancing act, major car brands in India are implementing price hikes just as the sector faces declining sales and economic headwinds. This wave of price increases, set to take effect from April 2025, comes at a particularly precarious time for the industry, with February retail data showing a… Continue reading Hikes Amid Slowdown: What’s Driving Rising Car Prices in India?

Honda Cars India Announces Price Hike Across Models Starting April 2025

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) has announced plans to implement a price increase across its entire model lineup beginning April 2025, adding to the growing list of automotive manufacturers in India that have recently revealed similar price revision strategies. The decision comes as automakers across the country grapple with escalating input costs and operational expenses… Continue reading Honda Cars India Announces Price Hike Across Models Starting April 2025

Honda Cars India Announces Price Hike Across Models Starting April 2025

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) has announced plans to implement a price increase across its entire model lineup beginning April 2025, adding to the growing list of automotive manufacturers in India that have recently revealed similar price revision strategies. The decision comes as automakers across the country grapple with escalating input costs and operational expenses… Continue reading Honda Cars India Announces Price Hike Across Models Starting April 2025