By Nick Carey Sept 9 (Reuters) – Delivery fleet operators face regulatory pressure in California and other states to buy electric vehicles, but a surge in package deliveries thanks to coronavirus lockdowns has major firms itching to switch to electric right now. And they want far more than just battery-powered versions of diesel- or gas-guzzling… Continue reading FOCUS-Pandemic e-commerce surge spurs race for ‘Tesla-like’ electric delivery vans
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Geely launches electric vehicle manufacturing platform
By Reuters Staff 2 Min Read Slideshow ( 3 images ) BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group on Wednesday launched its first electric vehicle-focused platform to enable automakers to more efficiently roll out models for different purposes or markets. As the global auto industry pursues electric and intelligent vehicles, the likes of Volkswagen… Continue reading Geely launches electric vehicle manufacturing platform
Inmotive Introduces World’s Most Efficient Two-Speed Transmission for Electric Vehicles
– Delivers extensive cost savings and extends EV range by up to 15% – Expertly designed for the next generation of electric vehicles – Features scalable design for wide range of vehicle applications TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Inmotive, a Canadian-based automotive supplier, has launched its patented IngearTM two-speed transmission. Invented and designed for… Continue reading Inmotive Introduces World’s Most Efficient Two-Speed Transmission for Electric Vehicles
@Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Wörth plant to start series production of the eActros in 2021
Production of the Mercedes-Benz eActros will take place at Wörth Vehicles with electric drive will be incorporated flexibly into the existing production set-up New range of tasks will be generated in the manufacturing process The eActros: locally CO2-neutral heavy-duty truck for sustainable transport CO2-neutral from 2022: entire Wörth plant shifting to green production Stuttgart / Wörth… Continue reading @Daimler: Mercedes-Benz Wörth plant to start series production of the eActros in 2021
BorgWarner Provides Compact Turbocharger to Equip Volkswagen Nivus
SÃO PAULO, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner has expanded the supply of its compact B01 turbocharger by equipping the newly launched Volkswagen Nivus crossover. With an EA211 1.0-liter 200 TSI engine, the vehicle features first-of-its-kind turbo technology for the Brazilian market, offering a desired combination of better performance, improved energy efficiency and reduced fuel consumption.… Continue reading BorgWarner Provides Compact Turbocharger to Equip Volkswagen Nivus
@BMW: New production site for e-drive components: BMW Group Plant Leipzig to start battery module production in 2021000576
Leipzig. The BMW Group is further expanding its Germany- based production capacities for electric drives. From 2021, the Leipzig plant will also produce battery modules for the high-voltage batteries of the BMW Group’s electrified vehicles. By 2022, the company is investing more than 100 million euros in the site to prepare for the steadily increasing… Continue reading @BMW: New production site for e-drive components: BMW Group Plant Leipzig to start battery module production in 2021000576
Geely develops new electric car technology to sell to rivals
Chinese owner of Volvo says ‘transformative architecture’ offers higher driving ranges of up to 700km Go to Source
Lion Electric to Deliver 10 All-Electric Trucks to Amazon
Marc Bedard, CEO and founder of Lion, said, “This vehicle delivery for Amazon represents a very significant milestone for Lion. Amazon is a leader in adopting decarbonizing technologies that can improve sustainability among their trucking fleet. Our all-electric trucks will be a valuable addition to Amazon’s trucking operations as they work to deliver on their… Continue reading Lion Electric to Deliver 10 All-Electric Trucks to Amazon
@Daimler: Profusion of exciting innovations from Mercedes-Benz Buses
Locally emission-free and loaded with revolutionary technology: the new eCitaro G articulated bus Powerful and long-lasting: the new solid-state batteries in the eCitaro G and eCitaro Versatile, economical and safe: the new Intouro inter-city bus Comfortable and extremely safe: the Sprinter City 75 minibus with new seating With a profusion of exciting innovations Mercedes-Benz is… Continue reading @Daimler: Profusion of exciting innovations from Mercedes-Benz Buses
@BMW: BMW model revision measures as of autumn 2020.000574
Munich. Increased efficiency through consistent electrification, optimised emissions and innovations in the areas of driver assistance and digital services are the focus of the model revision measures for numerous BMW model series that will take effect in autumn 2020. From November 2020, all models of the premium brand will meet the requirements of the currently… Continue reading @BMW: BMW model revision measures as of autumn 2020.000574