The little Audi plant that"s teaching VW Group about EVs
Lessons learned at Audi Brussels will be shared as other VW Group plants globally make the move from ICE to EV......»»
Ford in talks to make EVs in way back to India, minister says
Ford has yet to decide on what it will manufacture in India, said Tamil Nadu Industries Minister T.R.B. Rajaa, but he hinted that it could be electric vehicles......»»
New Texas port aims to streamline VW Group of America logistics
VW Group of America said the facility in Freeport, Texas, will import up to 140,000 vehicles annually from VW, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini and Porsche......»»
First-ever artificial cell nuclei created in living egg from purified DNA injection
A research group is the first in the world to succeed in constructing artificial cell nuclei by injecting purified DNA solution instead of sperm into living mouse eggs. Their findings are published in the journal Genes to Cells......»»
Arctic plant study suggests the rate of climate change threatens to exceed the adaptive capacity of species
A research group at the Finnish Museum of Natural History is investigating the adaptive potential of plant species amid a warming climate. Their recent study investigates the Siberian primrose, a plant species that occurs on the coasts of the Bothnia.....»»
Q&A: Using a new approach to shine a light on hidden plant microbes
Despite there being more microbes on Earth than stars in our galaxy, only a tiny fraction have been discovered. An approach called metagenomics—a type of DNA sequencing—may help scientists learn more about these elusive organisms, according to Pe.....»»
Car dealers renew their opposition to EV mandates
An EV mandate would make gasoline cars too expensive, say the dealers. A group of more than 5,000 car dealers have made public their worries about a lack of demand for electric ve.....»»
Can music help plants grow? Study suggests sound may boost plant-promoting fungus
Playing a monotonous sound stimulates the activity of a fungus that promotes plant growth, according to a study released on Wednesday, raising the possibility that playing music could benefit crops and gardens......»»
Carl Moyer, founder of Karl Chevrolet, dies at age 83
Longtime Iowa Chevrolet dealer Carl Moyer died Sept. 28. He grew his business from a one-car showroom into Karl Auto Group......»»
Research highlights global plant diversity "darkspots" where scientific efforts are urgently needed
An ambitious project led by scientists from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, along with global partners, seeks to shed light on the planet's "plant diversity darkspots"—regions teeming with biodiversity but where geographic and taxonomic data remain.....»»
Car dealers renew their opposition to EV mandates
An EV mandate would make gasoline cars too expensive, say the dealers. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) A group of more than 5,000 car dealers have made public their worries about a lack of demand for elect.....»»
Researchers develop first banana plant resistant to TR4 and black sigatoka
Researchers have developed a banana plant that is resistant to both fusarium tropical race 4 (TR4) and black sigatoka, two of the most destructive diseases for bananas......»»
Pollination shifts in Caribbean after Hurricane Maria demonstrate ecological resilience
Most flowering plants depend on animals for pollination. In warm wet tropical regions, more than 90% of plant species are pollinated by animals. In Dominica, a Caribbean island country, researchers have identified a mutualistic relationship between t.....»»
Farmer sentiment reaches lowest levels since 2016 as income expectations weaken
In September, the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer recorded its lowest readings since March 2016. Declining income expectations pushed farmer sentiment down as the barometer fell 12 points to 88, and the Index of Future Expectations.....»»
Kia goes commercial with EV fleet gambit in new markets, including Japan
Kia enters the finicky Japan market for the first time in decades with plans to sell its Platform Beyond Vehicle commercial EVs to fleet customers. The Korean carmaker pushes PBVs that stretch its carefully curated, consumer-oriented brand image......»»
Ex-VW Winterkorn"s diesel scam trial suspended due to ailing health
The criminal charges against Winterkorn include fraud, market manipulation and unlawful false testimony before a parliamentary committee......»»
Judge rebuffs citizen lawsuit against Gotion plant but leaves door open
Despite a complaint that “reads like a novel or a thesis,” the Illinois judge couldn't rule out the possibility that claims against the controversial Chinese-owned battery factory in Manteno could be proved......»»
I’m a Chevy Bolt owner, and I can’t believe Superchargers work this well
It might not last, but road trips in the slowest-charging EV are quite nice now. Enlarge / Nothing but respect for the clairvoyant landscape architect who designed this Wawa parking lot, knowing the discount EVs would one day arr.....»»
Study suggests simple steps that may improve team ethics
Instead of ending a group meeting asking if anyone has any questions, a professor at UT Arlington suggests asking participants if they can think of anything that might go wrong with the plan discussed......»»
Study elucidates a mechanism for phosphorus cycling in subtropical forests
Phosphorus (P) is an important nutrient element in plant photosynthesis. However, the adsorption of mineral P via leaching and erosion leads to a decrease in P availability and consequently P deficiency......»»
For the first time since 1882, UK will have no coal-fired power plants
A combination of government policy and economics spells the end of UK's coal use. Enlarge / The Ratcliffe-on-Soar plant is set to shut down for good today. (credit: Ashley Cooper) On Monday, the UK will see the closure o.....»»