In January, Fisker will unveil a BEV that you will not be able to buy. Henrik Fisker, in a series of tweets, revealed a few more details about what to expect from Fisker Automotive in the near term as the company works on a premium and relatively affordable BEV. First of all, next week Fisker… Continue reading Production-Intent Electric SUV From Fisker To Debut In January
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Waymo tests ‘rider only’ service and looks beyond robo-taxis
DETROIT (Reuters) – Waymo Chief Executive John Krafcik said the self-driving vehicle company is now offering limited “rider-only” trips in Phoenix, Arizona, as it looks beyond the robo-taxis business to generate future revenue. FILE PHOTO: A Jaguar I-PACE self-driving car is pictured during its unveiling by Waymo in the Manhattan borough of New York City,… Continue reading Waymo tests ‘rider only’ service and looks beyond robo-taxis
VW’s electric bet in China brings global muscle to zero-emissions race
FRANKFURT/ZWICKAU (Reuters) – Volkswagen AG (VOWG_p.DE) is ramping up production of electric cars to around 1 million vehicles by end of 2022, according to manufacturing plans seen by Reuters, enabling the German carmaker to leapfrog Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) and making China the key battleground. A future charging facility for autonomous vehicles using Stable robotics and… Continue reading VW’s electric bet in China brings global muscle to zero-emissions race
Porsche pilots online vehicle sales in the US and Germany
Porsche will begin selling its vehicles online in the U.S. for the first time, the company announced on Monday. To begin with, the company is proceeding with a pilot program that will be offered with 25 of its U.S.-based dealer partners, but the automaker says it could expand to cover the U.S. market more broadly… Continue reading Porsche pilots online vehicle sales in the US and Germany
All-electric Mini Cooper SE priced starting at $29,900 in the US
The new all-electric Mini Cooper SE, the first Mini designed from the ground up as an electric car, is going to retail in the U.S. starting at $29,900 (plus an $850 Destination and Handling fee) — before any tax incentives are applied. That puts final pricing as low as around $17,900 when you consider federal… Continue reading All-electric Mini Cooper SE priced starting at $29,900 in the US
BorgWarner Develops Innovative Torque-Vectoring Dual-Clutch System for Electric Vehicles
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 28, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner has developed an innovative torque vectoring system for electric vehicles which enables the use of just one electric motor instead of the traditional two that are typically found on electric vehicles. This solution is cost-effective and features a compact design, significantly reducing the vehicle space needed as well… Continue reading BorgWarner Develops Innovative Torque-Vectoring Dual-Clutch System for Electric Vehicles
BAIC makes capital statement with BEIJING brand launch
China’s BAIC Group, partner of Mercedes-Benz and Hyundai, has unveiled a new brand called BEIJING in an effort to sharpen the competitive edge of its own passenger vehicle business.BJEV spent 159 million yuan ($22.5 million) in research and development in the first half of the year.In five years’ time, the group will invest 20 billion yuan to develop two new product platforms: one for hybrid cars and the other for electric vehicles.
ABB to acquire Chinese EV charging provider Chargedot
The acquisition will strengthen ABB’s relationship with leading Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers and broaden the company’s e-mobility portfolio with hardware and software developed for local use ABB is to acquire a majority stake of 67 percent in Shanghai Chargedot New Energy Technology Co, a leading Chinese e-mobility solution provider. The transaction is expected to be… Continue reading ABB to acquire Chinese EV charging provider Chargedot
Great Wall’s recovery seen to be temporary as shares surge
HONG KONG (Nikkei Markets) — The tailwinds that led to Great Wall Motor‘s unexpectedly strong show, propelling its shares on Monday, are unlikely to last for long, say some analysts. The Chinese sports utility vehicle and sedan maker late on Friday said its profit soared more than 500% year-on-year in the third quarter following a… Continue reading Great Wall’s recovery seen to be temporary as shares surge
NIO Inc. Announces Management Change
SHANGHAI, China, Oct. 28, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NIO Inc. (“NIO” or the “Company”) (NIO), a pioneer in China’s premium electric vehicle market, today announced that Mr. Louis T. Hsieh has tendered his resignation as chief financial officer of the Company for personal reasons, effective October 30, 2019. The Company has commenced the search for… Continue reading NIO Inc. Announces Management Change