Will Turntide"s Reluctance Motor Disrupt EVs?
The company's motor offers outstanding efficiency in HVAC systems for buildings; will e-cars be next? Image: Turntide Technologies Turntide Technologies, a startup backed by Bill Gates and Amazon, originally pitched its new ve.....»»
Ford gives dealers 2 months to accept new rules or stop selling EVs
From 2024, Ford EVs will only be sold at Model e-certified dealerships. Enlarge / Ford Motor Company President and CEO Jim Farley at the launch event for the Ford F-150 Lightning at the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, Michig.....»»
Some Google Chrome ad blockers could stop working next year
Google Chrome update may disrupt browsing experience from January 2023......»»
Honda secures battery materials supply for EV ramp-up
Honda Motor has picked up the pace for electrification to fulfill a goal of making zero-emission vehicles only by 2040. On September 6, it announced a strategic partnership with trading company Hanwa to guarantee stable procurement of critical batter.....»»
Foxconn first electric SUV sees significant pre-orders
An electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) jointly developed by Hon Hai Precision (Foxconn) and Yulon Motor has seen strong market acceptance with over 10,000 consumers having placed pre-orders in two days, according to industry sources......»»
Foxconn first EV SUV sees significant pre-orders
An electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) jointly developed by Hon Hai Precision (Foxconn) and Yulon Motor has seen strong market acceptance with over 10,000 consumers having placed pre-orders in two days, according to industry sources......»»
Toyota recalls 84,000 Tundra, Lexus NX vehicles over improper electronic parking brake operation
Toyota Motor North America issued a recall involving about 84,000 2022 Toyota Tundra full-sized pickups and 2022 Lexus NX crossovers over concerns that their parking brakes may not operate as intended. The issue will be fixed with software......»»
Machine learning using climatic pattern data may help predict harmful algal blooms earlier
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) are phytoplankton colonies that may harm aquatic ecosystem and human health. The fish die-offs, shellfish closures and reluctance among consumers to eat seafood often caused by these blooms costs the U.S. an average of $4......»»
Researchers find link between health outcomes and sugarcane smoke exposure
A new study from a Florida State University team estimates that sugarcane fires in South Florida emit harmful particulate matter in quantities comparable to motor vehicles and is a factor in mortality rates across the region......»»
Honda, Mazda plan to relocate supply chain makers from China
Honda Motor and Mazda Motor, considering impacts of COVID lockdowns in China and geopolitical risks, reportedly have plans to move some of their supply chain makers and car assembly plants from China to elsewhere.....»»
LGES and Honda to spend US$4.4 billion building battery plant in US
The US will soon welcome another battery project. LG Energy Solution (LGES) and Honda Motor announced on August 29 that they will build a lithium-ion battery plant together in America. The duo aims to start mass production by the end of 2025......»»
Suzuki to establish R&D subsidiary in India
On the 40th anniversary of the establishment of Maruti Suzuki, the largest passenger vehicle brand in India, its largest shareholder Suzuki Motor re-affirmed EV investments in India and announced a plan to incorporate a new R&D subsidiary......»»
Nissan Motor Co. will ax the Rogue Sport crossover
Sales of the Rogue Sport crossover will halt early next year as Nissan focuses on higher-volume models......»»
Researchers reveal structure and function of a molecular motor
Molecular motors are complex devices composed of many different parts that consume energy to perform various cellular activities. In short, molecular machines transform energy into useful work. Understanding the mechanistical aspects underlying these.....»»
Ford Bronco Raptor: A capable rock climber — and daily driver
Even in a class of one, the new Ford Bronco Raptor is beating out the notion of competition, early reviews say.Ford Motor Co.'s newest model under the Bronco nameplate is meant to cater to one demographic: the most extreme off-road racing enthusiasts.....»»
Second Hyundai supplier accused of child labor violations in Alabama
The U.S. Department of Labor on Monday accused a Korean-owned auto parts maker and supplier to Hyundai Motor Co of violating federal child labor laws at an Alabama factory, federal court filings reviewed by Reuters show......»»
Denso delivers on aircraft promise
Denso has created an electric motor that can be integrated into the Lilium Jet, an all-electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft......»»
Lucid Air Sapphire sedan with 1,200 hp launches at $249,000
The Lucid Air Sapphire debuts a performance subbrand with a three-motor, 1,200-hp drivetrain. Billed as the most powerful sedan in the world, the Lucid Sapphire is a logical competitor to the Tesla Model S Plaid......»»
Lucid Air Sapphire sedan with 1,200 hp launches at $249k
Lucid Air Sapphire debuts the new performance subbrand with a three-motor, 1,200-horsepower drivetrain. Billed as the most powerful sedan in the world, the Lucid Sapphire is a logical competitor to the Tesla Model S Plaid......»»
Toyota"s Jack Hollis expects "one more year" of historically tight inventories
Jack Hollis, head of sales for Toyota Motor North America, says dealership inventory levels won't be able to grow at all until perhaps the third quarter of 2023, and are unlikely to ever return to their pre-pandemic levels......»»
New insights into Huntington"s disease
Huntington's chorea is a hereditary disease that leads to cognitive and motor impairments and death. Scientists at the University of Bremen have worked with international partners to elucidate the mechanism by which the mutated huntingtin protein can.....»»