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Growing EV adoption reshaping oil and gas companies - Global Data
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (402+ words) Just Auto's Editor since 2000. Past positions include head of automotive forecasting at the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), forecast analyst at IHS Markit and senior economist at the UK's Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Global battery electric vehicle (BEV)…...
Horse Powertrain supplies range-extender for Scania electric timber truck pilot
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (207+ words) Horse Powertrain, a Renault-Geely JV that specialises in powertrains, and Scania have launched a real-world pilot to test range-extended hybrid technology in heavy-duty timber transport. The vehicle, operated by SCA in northern Sweden, combines Scania's electric drivetrain with a high-efficiency…...
SAIC MG announces "semi-solid-state battery' for fitment this year
3+ week, 5+ day ago (244+ words) SAIC's MG brand has announced a new "Solid Core Battery' and says it is the first brand globally to achieve mass production of "semi-solid-state batteries'. It claims they offer improved range, faster charging, enhanced low-temperature performance and greater safety. At…...
LGES strengthens partnership with Mercedes-Benz
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (383+ words) South Korean battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution (LGES) revealed in a regulatory filing that it has signed a new deal to supply KRW 2 trillion (US$ 1. 36 billion) worth of electric vehicle (EV). .. South Korean battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution (LGES) revealed…...
Freelander brand makes debut with Concept 97
2+ week, 3+ day ago (264+ words) Much anticipated product of the JV between Jaguar Land Rover and Chery. The new Freelander brand " a product of Jaguar Land Rover's JV with Chery " has made its global debut with a show car, Concept 97. Freelander " which features its brand…...
GM launches new Electra L7 in China
7+ mon, 2+ day ago (362+ words) US automaker looks to regain lost ground in China's fast-expanding NEV market. US carmaker General Motors has launched its all-new L7 extended-range plug-in hybrid sedan in China, under its new Electra premium new energy vehicle (NEV) sub-brand. The new model went…...
Vin Fast launches VF MPV7 family MPV
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (212+ words) Deliveries to customers to begin in February. Vin Fast said that the VF MPV7 was designed based on the "golden ratio" of MPVs, with wheels pushed toward the corners to maximize cabin space. It comes with electric adjustable and foldable side…...
Chery to expand its vehicle production capacity in Europe
5+ day, 14+ hour ago (239+ words) The Chinese automaker is in talks with potential vehicle manufacturing partners in the region. Chery Automobile plans to expand its vehicle production in Europe through a new partnership with an existing vehicle manufacturer, according to a Reuters report citing top…...
Renault plans up to 20% cut in global engineering jobs " report
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (314+ words) Renault is preparing to reduce up to 20% of its global engineering workforce over the next two years, as part of a broader effort to streamline operations and lower costs. The French car maker employs more than 11, 000 engineers worldwide, according to…...
Kia launches production of Telluride HEV in the US
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (193+ words) The South Korean automaker also celebrated the rollout of 5 millionth vehicle at its Georgia plant. Kia Corporation celebrated the launch of production of its first hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) at its plant in West Point, in the US state of…...