Month: February 2021

German battery manufacturer AKASOL is has partnered with the Fraunhofer Research Institution to develop automated recycling processes for battery packs. “The rising demand for high-performance battery systems means that more raw materials, such as lithium, cobalt or nickel, are needed to manufacture these energy-storage technologies,” explains AKASOL Head of Product Management Dr. Björn Eberleh. “In
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American automakers Rivian and Lucid Motors have both recently revealed locations in expanding their retail presence in the United States. Both electric vehicle manufacturers have large aspirations to compete with Tesla, although either has yet to deliver a consumer EV so far. The announcements of retail and service spaces opening for for Rivian and Lucid,
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This is a Fully Charged exclusive! Not something that has ever happened before. We present the prototype Schaeffler Bio-Hybrid personal transport system. A pedal assist car? A four wheeled bike? So easy to move along and just enormous fun to drive/ride. Let’s hope they develop this into a fully fledged product. Schaeffler: https://goo.gl/ZeKxU6 We couldn’t
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One of the most significant innovations Tesla introduced with Model Y was the replacement of about 70 parts with two enormous aluminum castings. Now the company has taken this idea a step further by developing a battery pack that forms part of the structure of the vehicle, linking the front and rear underbody castings. The
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Ford is adding new customization options for its GT supercar. On Monday, the automaker unveiled the first 2021 Ford GT Studio Collection car. Announced last year, the Studio Collection option allows buyers to customize the exterior and graphics, with seven standard colors, and an “extended palette” offering a wider range of options, Ford spokesperson Jiyan
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On January 25th, hundreds of the Tesla owners in Hong Kong gathered at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal for a special customer event with Elon. Subscribe to our newsletter ‎to join our exciting local events: http://ts.la/d6C
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Elon Musk announced that Tesla will provide a zero down payment solar panel installation for as low as $50/mo with no contract terms. Let’s talk about it as I take your questions and comments during the LIVE stream! Get on our VIP list at https://eforelectric.com/vip OUR SPONSOR: ❤️ Reserve your all electric BYTON SUV at:
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Partnership with local governments and companies to promote new mobility services and renewable energy use YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan began a field test of new mobility services today as part of a partnership to promote future community building in Japan. The partnership agreement between three local governments and eight companies aims to develop new modes of
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Brazilian beverage maker Ambev has ordered 1,000 electric delivery trucks from manufacturer FNM (Fábrica Nacional de Mobilidades). The trucks, which FNM developed in collaboration with vehicle manufacturer Agrale, will use battery packs from California-based Octillion Power Systems and electric drivetrains from Danfoss Editron. Ambev expects to deploy the 1,000 electric delivery vehicles by the end
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A transformational step for Alstom: completion of the acquisition of Bombardier Transportation Alstom announces today the completion of the acquisition of Bombardier Transportation. Leveraging on its clear Alstom in Motion strategy and its strong operational fundamentals and financial trajectory, Alstom, integrating Bombardier Transportation, will strengthen its leadership in the growing sustainable mobility market by reaching a critical
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