“The production of BLDC (brushless direct current motor) and PMSM traction motors will add to our existing portfolio of motors as we strive to offer our customers high-performance and cost-effective electric drivetrain solutions with a high level of localisation,” Aditya Auto Products and Engineering (India) CEO Mihir Jayaraman said. Electric mobility startup Entuple E-Mobility and…
The News Approximately 20 percent of adolescents had symptoms of major depressive disorder in 2021 — the first full calendar year of the pandemic — but less than half who needed treatment received it, according to a new study. The research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, found that treatment was most lacking for minority adolescents, particularly…
The long-awaited V4 Tesla Supercharging dispensers are finally arriving in North America after the initial batch was deployed in several European countries. According to Tesla Motors Club forum, Tesla is installing its first eight V4 stalls at a site in Wilsonville, Oregon. The station is expected to enter service this month. Another set of V4…
In September, the overall wholesale vehicle shipments (local retail sales and exports) of Tesla Made-in-China (MIC) cars decreased for the first time this year. According to the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA)’s initial data, the overall volume of Tesla MIC Model 3/Model Y cars last month amounted to 74,073 units, which is nearly 11 percent…
Aston Martin’s high-performance electrification strategy has been awarded £9million of government funding through the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC), further supplementing the research and development of Aston Martin’s innovative modular battery electric vehicle (BEV) platform. Awarded following a competitive process, the government grant will support the development of Aston Martin’s luxury BEV platform and enable…
Mercedes-Maybach already makes some out-of-this-world vehicles. But now, together with a startup called Space Perspective, the high-end luxury automaker is actually heading off-planet (sort of). The partnership starts on the ground. The Maybach EQS SUV will act as the official transport vehicle for the Space Perspective program when it kicks off, whisking six passengers per…
The European Union’s decision last week to formally open an investigation into whether EV makers in China have received government subsidies is a sign that a trade war may be brewing between the two entities. But how much does the Chinese state actually support domestic electric car manufacturers? Quite a lot, the New York Times reports. Focusing…
The Rivian R1T is quite different from the majority of internal combustion pickups out there, not only because it has an all-electric powertrain but also because it has a hybrid construction that mates a unibody shell to a skateboard platform that’s similar to a traditional ladder frame chassis. This has its benefits: more load-sharing points…
Since 1988, UK-based bicycle brand Orange Bikes has been all about high-performance bicycles, with a focus on technology. A visit to the brand’s official website (linked in the sources below) will show you a wide selection of models tailored for both road, mountain, and hybrid use. Like all bicycle brands worth their salt, Orange has…
Vietnamese automaker VinFast is actively exploring options to establish its manufacturing base in India. Among these alternatives, the company has initiated discussions regarding the Ford India factory in Chennai. With talks still in their early stages, it’s the latest intriguing development that holds the promise of something significant for the Indian automotive landscape. Now, let’s…
