Not much would have been missing, and Ferdinand Porsche would have become a plumber. But as a young journeyman, Ferdinand was enthusiastic about the then new wonder world of electricity. The inventor secretly built a small power plant of steam engine and dynamo-and let the whole house shine in the light bulb light. These were… Continue reading German FAZ: Like a car tinkerer, a engine empire Schuf009899
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Kempower approves Formula Space’s forensic anti-theft solution for use with its EV charging cables
Kempower, a Finnish manufacturer of DC fast charging systems, has approved Formula Space’s CableGuard anti-theft solution for use with its EV charging stations after conducting eight weeks of in-house testing. According to Kempower, it is the first to validate a third-party solution that uses DNA traceability to deter cable theft. CableGuard includes a cut-resistant sleeve… Continue reading Kempower approves Formula Space’s forensic anti-theft solution for use with its EV charging cables
Bluedot powers Vay’s remote fleet EV charging experience
Automotive-grade remote driving technology provider Vay has chosen Bluedot Technologies to provide support for its EV charging management across public infrastructure. Bluedot will help the company provide a seamless charging experience on the go and shared depot chargers across the US, vehicle-level energy analytics and real-time charging data and usage reporting. Designed for rental, corporate,… Continue reading Bluedot powers Vay’s remote fleet EV charging experience
myenergi offers OVO Energy customers cheaper EV charging
UK smart home energy technology manufacturer myenergi has formed a new partnership with utility company OVO Energy. OVO Energy will offer myenergi’s range of zappi EV chargers to its customers at a discounted rate. OVO’s Charge Anytime tariff is available as an add-on for new or existing OVO customers to provide access to cheaper charging.… Continue reading myenergi offers OVO Energy customers cheaper EV charging
@Toyota: Toyota Joins TOKYO H2 Project Aiming to Make Tokyo a Global Leader in Hydrogen
Sep. 03, 2025 Toyota City, Japan, September 3, 2025―Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today that it has joined “TOKYO H2,” a new project launched by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on September 3 aiming to make Tokyo a global leader in hydrogen. As part of this public-private initiative, the Crown has been introduced into the fuel… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Joins TOKYO H2 Project Aiming to Make Tokyo a Global Leader in Hydrogen
@Toyota: Toyota Joins TOKYO H2 Project Aiming to Make Tokyo a Global Leader in Hydrogen
Sep. 03, 2025 Toyota City, Japan, September 3, 2025―Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today that it has joined “TOKYO H2,” a new project launched by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on September 3 aiming to make Tokyo a global leader in hydrogen. As part of this public-private initiative, the Crown has been introduced into the fuel… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Joins TOKYO H2 Project Aiming to Make Tokyo a Global Leader in Hydrogen
Q3 2025 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index Shows Steady Confidence Amid Economic Headwinds
The Q3 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index reveals steady confidence among dealers, and the market outlook index rose slightly. Dealer profitability declined, while the cost index held at the highest score in the survey. Optimism for electric vehicles is at a record low, reflecting growing concern among dealers over expiring tax credits. ATLANTA, Sept. 3,… Continue reading Q3 2025 Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index Shows Steady Confidence Amid Economic Headwinds
BYD Seal 06 DM-i
BYD will offer the Seal 6 in three trims: Boost, Comfort Lite and Comfort. The Boost has a smaller, 10.1kWh battery and just 181bhp. That gives it just 31 miles of electric range and the resulting 60g/km of CO2 output means it doesn’t qualify for particularly cheap company car tax. I drove the Comfort Lite, which… Continue reading BYD Seal 06 DM-i
Volkswagen ID Polo GTI: 233bhp hot hatch to arrive in 2027
The Volkswagen ID Polo GTI will arrive in 2027 as the German brand’s first proper attempt at an electric hot hatch, packing 223bhp. Previewed by last year’s ID GTI concept, the sporty EV was confirmed on Wednesday as Volkswagen announced that the production version of the ID 2all concept will be named the ID Polo.… Continue reading Volkswagen ID Polo GTI: 233bhp hot hatch to arrive in 2027
Volkswagen confirms ID Polo name for new £22k EV
The £22k production version of the Volkswagen ID 2all concept will be named the ID Polo, as the German brand starts using familiar model names on its electric models. “Names like Polo or Golf are deeply ingrained,” said Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schäfer. “They stand for quality, accessible technology and heritage. We want to carry those qualities into the… Continue reading Volkswagen confirms ID Polo name for new £22k EV