Are EV tyres different from conventional tyres?

ICE vehicles and traditional vehicle tyres might look similar but they are different in terms of components. EV tyres are also the latest generation polymers, traction resin, and other raw materials. The instant acceleration of the EVs can handle more torque and which means an improved tread pattern and rubber compounds. Usually, EV tyres are designed with lesser rolling resistance an amount of around 30%. … Continue reading Are EV tyres different from conventional tyres?

Switch Mobility Ltd electric double-decker bus

Switch EiV, India’s first electric double-decker air-conditioned bus are designed, developed, and manufactured in India. Why Switch EiV? It is equipped with the latest technology, ultra-modern design, the highest safety, and best-in-class comfort features. The double-decker bus is designed to set a new standard in the intra-city segment. The features include- a standard floor, an air-conditioned, electric double-decker with a wider door on the rear … Continue reading Switch Mobility Ltd electric double-decker bus

What’s new with ADS-TEC Energy?

ChargePost debuted by ADS-Tec Energy is a compact battery-based EV charging system to enable ultra-fast charging without any need for extending the existing grid. What is ChargePost? It is an all-in-one design that is integrated with battery, electronics, cooling system, and charger in a compact container. ADS-TEC Energy requires only 21.5 square feet of ground space. The uncooled CCS1/CCS2 connector in the integrated charging cable … Continue reading What’s new with ADS-TEC Energy?

New technology for Audi e-Tron

According to Audi Board Member for Technology Oliver Hoffmann, “In the new Q8 e-Tron, we have once again been able to significantly increase both battery capacity and charging power. In this way, we achieve an optimized balance between energy density and charging capability and thus ensure greater efficiency.”  The usable amount of energy for e-Tron 55 increases from 86 to 106 kWh. Audi uses a … Continue reading New technology for Audi e-Tron

How are profit-skimming plans unsettling the wind energy industry?

Presently, it is challenging to complete new projects, particularly in light of the EU Commission’s ambitions to siphon off.  “We will concentrate on the markets where the demand is,” emphasized Siemens Gamesa CEO Eickholt in view of the current situation in Europe.  Although nothing has been finalised, he believes that the market leader for offshore wind turbines is pursuing a new internationalisation approach (offshore). According … Continue reading How are profit-skimming plans unsettling the wind energy industry?

What is the situation with wind turbine manufacturers Siemens Gamesa and Vestas?

Due to their severe losses, Siemens Gamesa and Vestas had to lower their projections and are laying off thousands of employees. Siemens Gamesas CEO Jochen Eickholt, therefore, requested financial support from Brussels. “I would advise EU politicians to introduce similar support measures for the ailing wind power industry as the US does.” Under US President Joe Biden, the North American government is presently investing 260 billion … Continue reading What is the situation with wind turbine manufacturers Siemens Gamesa and Vestas?

Meet the new head of GM, Genesis, Borbet, Valmet Automotive

Jaclyn McQuaid has been President and Managing Director of GM Europe since November 1. As the manufacturer announced in a press release, she succeeds Mahmoud Samara, who is leaving the company for family reasons. McQuaid has been with GM for 22 years, where his responsibilities included global vehicle programs. Most recently, she was chief engineer for full-size trucks. Delf Schmidt is the new Managing Director … Continue reading Meet the new head of GM, Genesis, Borbet, Valmet Automotive