Europa Wire: New joint venture by IVECO and Nikola in Ulm, Germany to start production of Nikola Tre electric heavy-duty trucks by end of 2021000148

New joint venture by IVECO and Nikola in Ulm, Germany to start production of Nikola Tre electric heavy-duty trucks by end of 2021 The partnership between the global commercial vehicles manufacturer and the US-based group specializing in zero-emission Class 8 heavy-duty trucks and related energy solutions is about to begin its manufacturing journey in Ulm,… Continue reading Europa Wire: New joint venture by IVECO and Nikola in Ulm, Germany to start production of Nikola Tre electric heavy-duty trucks by end of 2021000148

@niche: Lightyear reaches $110 million (€93 million) funding milestone in 2021 YTD These funds are used for the further development and production of Lightyea…001240

Strategic investments were made by insurer DELA and investor Joop van Caldenborgh Additional funding solidifies resources for continued development and production of long-range solar car Helmond, the Netherlands, September 16, 2021 – Lightyear, the high-tech company developing the world’s first long-range solar car, is proud to announce that it has raised $110 million (€93 million)… Continue reading @niche: Lightyear reaches $110 million (€93 million) funding milestone in 2021 YTD These funds are used for the further development and production of Lightyea…001240

@niche: Sono Motors to Provide 100 Sion to We Drive Solar for V2G Project in the City of Utrecht001240

Sono Motors is on a mission to enable a revolutionary mobility system, where every electric vehicle is solar, shared, and independent from fossil-fuels. Today, an experienced specialist team is developing a forward-looking electric car that is suitable for daily use, the Sion. Both the Sion’s integrated solar technology and innovative mobility services will enable users… Continue reading @niche: Sono Motors to Provide 100 Sion to We Drive Solar for V2G Project in the City of Utrecht001240

@niche: Workhorse Withdraws Next-Gen Mail Truck Bid Protest001241

Workhorse Group is withdrawing its protest of a multibillion-dollar delivery truck contract that the U.S. Postal Service had awarded to Oshkosh Corp. after reconsidering the background of the bid as well as other business opportunities. “Since I joined the company six weeks ago, we have been conducting a deep and intensive overview of all aspects… Continue reading @niche: Workhorse Withdraws Next-Gen Mail Truck Bid Protest001241

Disrupted · 12:25 AM UTCGM tells Bolt EV owners park away from vehicles in decksGeneral Motors Co on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electri…

A close-up view of the Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle logo is seen at Stewart Chevrolet in Colma, California, U.S., October 3, 2017. REUTERS/Stephen Lam/File Photo WASHINGTON, Sept 15 (Reuters) – General Motors Co (GM.N)on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle owners parking in decks do so on the top floor or on an open… Continue reading Disrupted · 12:25 AM UTCGM tells Bolt EV owners park away from vehicles in decksGeneral Motors Co on Wednesday recommended that Chevrolet Bolt electri…

Autos & TransportationRivian aims to raise as much as $8 bln in IPO -sourcesSeptember 15, 2021

The logo for electric vehicle startup Rivian is seen on the hood of its new R1T all-electric truck in Mill Valley, California, U.S., January 25, 2020. REUTERS/Nathan Frandino/File Photo Sept 15 (Reuters) – Rivian, the Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O)-backed electric vehicle maker that registered last month for a stock market debut, is aiming to raise between… Continue reading Autos & TransportationRivian aims to raise as much as $8 bln in IPO -sourcesSeptember 15, 2021

Ford’s Truck of the Future Looks Pretty Familiar

Advertisements have always told us that by buying one new product, we can improve our lives. Increasingly, though, they’re promising something different. Now they suggest we can buy our way to maintaining the lifestyle we already have, armed with products made from new materials (steel straws, hemp T-shirts) or redesigned so they don’t belch offensive… Continue reading Ford’s Truck of the Future Looks Pretty Familiar

Bridgestone to roll out up to 3,500 EVBox public chargers in Europe

Tire manufacturer and retailer Bridgestone has formed a long-term partnership with the EVBox Group to deploy up to 3,500 EVBox AC and DC charging ports, powered by EVBox charging management software. The installations will take place across Bridgestone’s European retail and service network, which includes brands such as Speedy and First Stop. Bridgestone’s retail network… Continue reading Bridgestone to roll out up to 3,500 EVBox public chargers in Europe