“We don’t have the three or four extra billion dollars in our plan right now that it would take to do it,” said Mr. DeJoy, an appointee of former President Donald J. Trump whose decisions — particularly about mail handling during the 2020 election — have made him a political lightning rod. “But we’re happy… Continue reading Workhorse Stock Plunges After Losing USPS Contract
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E.V.s Force Carmakers to Reinvent the Wheel, and Brakes, and Mirrors …
There are other issues as well. “You have a juxtaposed target: On the one hand you have to manage and withstand the weight of a battery-powered car with stronger brakes, stronger axles, strong suspension,” Mr. Dahncke added. “At the same time, you need to optimize everything for aerodynamics.” These “ground up” procedures involve collaboration between… Continue reading E.V.s Force Carmakers to Reinvent the Wheel, and Brakes, and Mirrors …
G.M. Will Sell Only Zero-Emission Vehicles by 2035
G.M.’s move appears to follow a pattern by Ms. Barra of responding quickly to changes in the White House. It was Ms. Barra who, in the early days of the Trump administration, met with the new president in the Oval Office and asked him to roll back the tough Obama tailpipe pollution rules. Four years… Continue reading G.M. Will Sell Only Zero-Emission Vehicles by 2035
Ballard Fuel Cells to Power CP Hydrogen Locomotive Program
VANCOUVER, BC and CALGARY, AB, March 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Ballard Power Systems (NASDAQ: BLDP) (TSX: BLDP) and Canadian Pacific (TSX: CP;NYSE: CP), announced today that CP will employ Ballard fuel cell modules for CP’s pioneering Hydrogen Locomotive Program. The modules will provide a total of 1.2 megawatts of electricity to power the locomotive. “With this… Continue reading Ballard Fuel Cells to Power CP Hydrogen Locomotive Program
@McLaren: All-new McLaren Artura will be as compelling to own as it is to drive000092
9 Mar 2021 Comprehensive warranty package of 5-year vehicle, 6-year hybrid battery and 10-year body cover, plus a 3-year service plan as standard1 CO2 emissions of 129 g/km* and fuel economy of 50+mpg* represent ground-breaking efficiency for a supercar, benefiting purchase price and cost of ownership Electric power-only driving range of 30km/19 miles* for zero-emissions motoring… Continue reading @McLaren: All-new McLaren Artura will be as compelling to own as it is to drive000092
Jeep teases battery-electric Wrangler concept Magneto
Jeep on Tuesday shared a teaser of an electric Wrangler concept it plans to show at the end of the month during its annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah, a spokeswoman confirmed. The Stellantis NV brand quietly announced on its website last month plans to introduce an electric concept of its flagship SUV during… Continue reading Jeep teases battery-electric Wrangler concept Magneto
@VW Group: NEWSROOM: Volkswagen shows off a new way to recycle and reuse EV batteries002576
Mar 9, 2021 Transforming the world to run on electric vehicles will take millions of batteries, and even though the EV revolution has just kicked off, there’s growing questions about how to handle batteries at the end of their useful lives, and where all the materials needed to build new batteries will come from. Earlier… Continue reading @VW Group: NEWSROOM: Volkswagen shows off a new way to recycle and reuse EV batteries002576
@VW Group: Reimold: “A fascinating car at the right time”002576
Mr. Reimold, will combustion engines still be made in 2050? Abrecht Reimold: Based on everything I’ve seen thus far, the answer is a clear yes. Here at Porsche we adopted a clear and sustainable product strategy years ago. It’s based on the three pillars of fuel-efficient combustion engines, low-emission hybrid models and all-electric vehicles. Low-emission technologies… Continue reading @VW Group: Reimold: “A fascinating car at the right time”002576
Nissan and Mitsubishi to roll out electric minicar for under $18,000
TOKYO — Nissan Motor and Mitsubishi Motors plan to launch an electric minicar as early as next year that will cost consumers less than 2 million yen ($18,400) with subsidies, close to the price of a conventional gasoline car. The alliance partners are jointly developing a so-called kei car with a common platform and battery… Continue reading Nissan and Mitsubishi to roll out electric minicar for under $18,000
BMW Group and Daimler Mobility intend to sell PARK NOW to EasyPark Group
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The proposed acquisition of PARK NOW Group enables EasyPark Group to take the next strategic step in becoming a cutting-edge global digital mobility player through combining state-of-the art technology and coverage. Both shareholders, BMW Group and Daimler Mobility AG, have evolved PARK NOW Group into a global provider of digital parking services. The intended sale of PARK NOW Group to EasyPark Group will expand the coverage of state-of-the-art digital parking and mobility services – offering both on- and off-street parking, parking guidance (Find & Park), electrical vehicle charge functions and seamless in-car integration. Munich/Stuttgart/Stockholm – As announced at today’s signing, BMW Group and Daimler Mobility AG have agreed to sell their joint venture PARK NOW Group to EasyPark Group, subject to prior approval by the relevant authorities. PARK NOW is the parking operation of the carmakers’ YOUR NOW Joint Ventures along with servic..