Industry

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  Danish dockworkers go on strike against Tesla in solidarity with Swedish mechanics

  Tesla is embroiled in a growing battle with unions in Europe after the wave of strikes impacting the company in Sweden spread to Denmark.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 5, 2023, 3:43 p.m.
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  Sixt drops Tesla from rental fleet due to steep depreciation, but keeps BYD EVs

  The rental company says demand for electric cars is still lower than for internal combustion vehicles, which have more stable residuals and are cheaper for Sixt to buy, repair and insure.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 5, 2023, 2:04 p.m.
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  New trucks in Norway will only be allowed to run on electric or biogas power as of 2030

  Norway wants to largely end the era of internal combustion engines for trucks, following the 2025 target for new passenger cars. From 2030, all new trucks must either be zero-emission vehicles or run on biogas. This has now been approved by the Norwegian Parliament.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 5, 2023, 12:59 p.m.
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  Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles develops its own platform for electric vans

  Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' own electric platform will convert all its vans to battery-electric drive from 2028. The first member of the new "Space" electric family will be the large Crafter van.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 4, 2023, 4:31 p.m.
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  Ford recalls 45,000 cars because doors could fly open while driving

  The 2015 Ford Fiesta, 2016 Fusion, and 2016 Lincoln MKZ could experience a problem where doors unexpectedly open while driving. Ford recalled 45,173 vehicles sold in the U.S. to resolve an underlying issue.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 4, 2023, 1:36 p.m.
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  Nio signs battery swapping deal with Geely to boost growth of EV network

  Nio, a week after collaborating with Changan, has now partnered with Geely, the Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, to expand their battery-swapping networks.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2023, 2:36 p.m.
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  Mercedes and BMW to open fast-charging network in China

  Mercedes-Benz and BMW have announced plans to jointly create a vast fast-charging network across China. This collaboration involves Mercedes-Benz Group China and BMW Brilliance Automotive forming a 50:50 joint venture, with rollout beginning next year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2023, 12:57 p.m.
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  GM Defense Secures Contract to Build High-Performance SUVs for U.S. Government

  The U.S. Department of State has recently awarded GM Defense a significant contract to develop a new generation of armored Heavy-Duty Sport Utility Vehicles. These vehicles are destined for the Diplomatic Security Service, enhancing the safety of American dignitaries.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2023, 12:05 p.m.
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  SEAT to triple its renewable energy generation capacity by installing 39,000 new solar panels

  The company will install solar panels at three different facilities. The expansion will generate 29 million kWh per year, enough energy to fully charge 500,000 Cupra Born EVs.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 30, 2023, 12:40 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz moves EQS SUV production from USA to Germany

  The luxury electric SUV, which currently represents 7% of the annual capacity at the Vance, Alabama factory, will soon be produced in Bremen, Germany.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 29, 2023, 8:49 p.m.
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  Toyota to sell $4.7 billion stake in Denso to fund EV development

  Toyota and two of its affiliates are looking to free up cash by selling about 700 billion yen ($4.7 billion at current exchange rates) in shares of auto parts supplier Denso. Despite the deal, the automaker is expected to remain the company's largest shareholder.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 29, 2023, 12:10 p.m.
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  Volkswagen and DHL to Pilot Electric Vehicle Fleet in South Africa

  Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and DHL Express have initiated a six-month pilot test in South Africa, using four Volkswagen ID.Buzz Cargo vehicles for specialized last-mile delivery services.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 28, 2023, 10:06 p.m.
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  For the first time, BYD transported a large batch of lithium batteries from China to Germany by aircraft

  BYD FinDreams Battery, a subsidiary of BYD Group Fudi Battery Co., Ltd., recently achieved a significant milestone by completing its first large-scale export of LFP Blade battery packs through air transportation. This event marks a critical development in the global distribution of large power lithium battery packs.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 28, 2023, 1:29 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz opens first European charging hub with capacity of up to 300 kW

  Mercedes-Benz today inaugurated its first German charging station in Mannheim, Germany. By the end of the decade, the company plans to have more than 2,000 of its own charging stations with over 10,000 fast charging points worldwide.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 28, 2023, 11:36 a.m.
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  Stellantis Launches Advanced Recycling Center at Turin's Mirafiori Plant

  Stellantis recently launched the "Sustainera Circular Economy Hub" at its Mirafiori plant in Turin. This state-of-the-art facility, which represents an investment of 40 million euros, covers an area of 73,000 square meters and is focused on the circular economy.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 27, 2023, 2:16 p.m.
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  Škoda starts rollout of new corporate identity to more than 4,000 dealerships

  Škoda Auto has launched the global rollout of its new corporate identity (CI) across its extensive network of over 4,000 dealerships. The first showrooms featuring the new design are in Vietnam, and in Europe.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 27, 2023, 1:20 p.m.
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  Renault Trucks Launches Heavy Duty Electric Truck Production at Bourg-en-Bresse

  Renault Trucks has initiated the series production of its heavy-duty electric trucks, the Renault Trucks E-Tech T and C, at its Bourg-en-Bresse plant.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 27, 2023, 9:53 a.m.
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  BYD Surpasses 6 Million Electrified Vehicles: A Milestone in Rapid Production Growth

  BYD has reached a significant milestone with the production of its 6 millionth New Energy Vehicle (the term used for plug-in electric vehicles in China). The marker vehicle, the Fang Cheng Bao 5 SUV, was produced just three months after the company's 5 millionth NEV.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 24, 2023, 12:10 p.m.
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  Nissan to build next-gen Qashqai and Juke EVs at UK plant

  Nissan will build the next-generation versions of the popular Nissan Qashqai and Juke, as well as the upcoming new Leaf, at its Sunderland plant. All three models produced at the site will be fully electric.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 24, 2023, 11:48 a.m.
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  Volvo FH Electric named International Truck of the Year 2024

  This is the first time that a zero-tailpipe-emission truck has won the coveted title in the award’s 47-year history.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 23, 2023, 3:50 p.m.