EXCLUSIVE India considers sharp import tax cuts on EVs after Tesla lobbying – sources
India is considering slashing import duties on electric cars to as low as 40%, two senior government officials told Reuters, days after Tesla Inc’s (TSLA.O) appeals for a cut polarised the country’s auto industry.
Billionaire-backed mining firm to seek electric vehicle metals in Greenland
Mineral exploration company KoBold Metals, backed by billionaires including Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates, has signed an agreement with London-listed Bluejay Mining (JAY.L) to search in Greenland for critical materials used in electric vehicles.
Wolfsburg, we have a problem: How Volkswagen stalled in China
In late December 2019, managers at Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) headquarters in Wolfsburg realised they might have a serious problem in China, the company’s biggest market and ticket to its electric future.
Renault to explore hybrid vehicles with Geely
BEIJING/SHANGHAI, Aug 9 (Reuters) – Renault (RENA.PA) and Geely said on Monday they would jointly develop petrol-electric hybrid vehicles for China and South Korean markets, as the French automaker revives plans for the world’s biggest car market after exiting a Chinese venture last year.
A flying taxi is a new technological achievement!
Technology is reaching new heights, and this generation has been the most fortunate in terms of technological advancement. This generation has seen a lot, from robotics to smart phones to virtual meetings, and now another technological triumph, the flying taxi, has been added to the list. When we think about the future, a flying car […]
Biden seeks to make half of new U.S. auto fleet electric by 2030
President Joe Biden took a step toward his goal of slashing greenhouse gas emissions on Thursday with an executive order aimed at making half of all new vehicles sold in 2030 electric, a move made with backing from the biggest U.S. automakers.
Outdoor grills maker Weber raises $250 mln in downsized IPO
Weber Inc (WEBR.N) on Thursday raised about $250 million in its initial public offering, which was less than half the amount it had planned to raise earlier.
Ford raises 2021 profit outlook, eyes shift to build-to-order
Ford Motor Co (F.N) on Wednesday boosted its 2021 profit forecast after reporting better-than-expected quarterly results, lifting the No. 2 U.S. automaker’s shares nearly 3%.
Hyundai Motor, LG’s battery unit to invest $1 bln in EV partnership
South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution said on Thursday they would set up a joint venture (JV) in Indonesia to establish a battery cell plant for electric vehicles (EV), investing $1.1 billion with each owning half the business.
Analysis: Tesla hikes electric car prices in U.S.; holds line in China
Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) showed signs of divergent strategies in the world’s two biggest automotive markets, raising prices to boost profit margins in the United States while keeping prices steady in China and hoping to grow sales there.
