02/24/2021 Thirteen start-up companies from around the world will present their ideas for the mobility of the future tomorrow, Thursday, 25 February, at the ninth Startup Autobahn Expo Day. The event will take place online from 13:00 (CET). Porsche is providing support with experienced mentors on three projects. Using the Porsche Taycan as an example, the… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche sponsors three innovative start-up projects002505
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Huawei Plans to Make EVs After U.S. Sanctions, Reuters Says
(Bloomberg) — Huawei Technologies Co. is planning to manufacture electric cars under its own brand, Reuters reported, as it shifts away from a consumer electronics business battered by U.S. sanctions. The Chinese tech giant could roll out some models this year, Reuters said, citing people with knowledge of the matter. Huawei is in talks with… Continue reading Huawei Plans to Make EVs After U.S. Sanctions, Reuters Says
Kia shares rise after report says still scope for Apple partnership
By Reuters Staff 1 Min Read Slideshow ( 2 images ) SEOUL (Reuters) – Shares in automaker Kia Corp rose more than 4% on Friday after a South Korean online news site reported on the remaining potential for a partnership with Apple Inc. Apple and Kia signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) last year and… Continue reading Kia shares rise after report says still scope for Apple partnership
ChargeLab raises seed capital to be the software provider powering EV charging infrastructure
As money floods into the electric vehicle market a number of small companies are trying to stake their claim as the go-to provider of charging infrastructure. These companies are developing proprietary ecosystems that work for their own equipment but don’t interoperate. ChargeLab, which has raised $4.3 million in seed financing led by Construct Capital and… Continue reading ChargeLab raises seed capital to be the software provider powering EV charging infrastructure
Karma Automotive Launches GS-6 Series, Driving Consumer Passion For Electric Vehicles In “New Luxury” Segment
“Our brand promise at Karma has always been to provide high-end luxury vehicles and technologies that are driven by innovation and inspire our drivers’ ambitions with new and unique offerings,” said Dr. Lance Zhou, PhD, Karma’s CEO. “As we look to the future, we believe we will change the world of mobility by making luxury… Continue reading Karma Automotive Launches GS-6 Series, Driving Consumer Passion For Electric Vehicles In “New Luxury” Segment
@Nissan: All-new Nissan Qashqai Premiere Edition: Limited Edition version for first Qashqai customers000232
2021/02/18 A special launch version to showcase Nissan’s innovative and convenient technology An extended palette of two-tone colour options and even more convenience features PARIS, FRANCE – The order books open today on the all-new Nissan Qashqai, the third generation of the pioneering crossover, with first customers being offered a special launch version called the… Continue reading @Nissan: All-new Nissan Qashqai Premiere Edition: Limited Edition version for first Qashqai customers000232
Apple supplier Foxconn’s EV platform to make debut this year
NEW TAIPEI CITY, Taiwan — Key iPhone assembler Foxconn says the first electric vehicles built using the company’s open software and hardware platform will be released by the end of this year. “This year will mark a significant year for Foxconn’s EV efforts. There will be two to three EV models using our MIH platform’s… Continue reading Apple supplier Foxconn’s EV platform to make debut this year
German Handelsblatt: Revolution from above: Källenius is already planning the next revolution: Daimler is examining premature end to the combustion engine001354
Daimler boss Ola Källenius The next S-Class could drive exclusively electrically. (Photo: Thomas Kuhlenbeck) 2021 will be a fateful year for Daimler. The spin-off of the truck division is only an intermediate step towards an even more profound revolution: Mercedes could become combustion-free far earlier than previously planned. CEO Ola Källenius wants to speed up… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Revolution from above: Källenius is already planning the next revolution: Daimler is examining premature end to the combustion engine001354
Apple in talks to buy self-driving sensors, key step in car plan
Apple Inc. is in discussions with multiple suppliers of self-driving car sensors known as lidar, according to people familiar with the matter, a key milestone toward development of its first passenger vehicle. The Cupertino, California-based technology giant is in active talks with a number of potential suppliers for these laser-based sensors that allow a car’s… Continue reading Apple in talks to buy self-driving sensors, key step in car plan
Parkopedia Launches Dedicated Japan Business
– Parkopedia announces the launch of its Japanese subsidiary, ‘Parkopedia Japan Limited’ based in Tokyo – Tomohiko Ishibashi has been named as Representative Commercial Director of Japan – Data collection services have now been brought in-house to deliver a heightened level of quality and accuracy for Japanese drivers – The new Parkopedia Japan business website… Continue reading Parkopedia Launches Dedicated Japan Business