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The electric car market – where platforms, markets and buzzwords collide
The electric car market has been a fascinating arena to watch for several years. Now, it is becoming like a good Netflix series. Read more…
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Self-driving electric car wars heat up amid tech alliances formed at CES
Major automakers deepen ties with key tech partners to boost their self-driving capabilities as they prepare to fight Tesla and (yes) Apple. Read more…
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Toyota will spend over $13 billion to develop batteries and supply systems
Toyota Motor Corp said it expected to spend more than $13.5 billion by 2030 to develop batteries and its battery supply system. Read more…
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India considering slashing import duties on electric cars after Tesla appeal
India is considering slashing import duties on electric cars to as low as 40%, days after Tesla appeals for a cut polarised the auto industry. Read more…
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South Korea’s Kia reviewing EV cooperation with firms after Apple report
South Korean automaker Kia Motors Corp is reviewing cooperation on self-driving electric cars with multiple foreign firms after Apple report. Read more…
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Nidec’s iPhone buzzer technology will drive the automotive industry
The miniature motors that make iPhones buzz on silent helped power Japan’s Nidec to become a 1.5-trillion-yen ($14 billion) company. Read more…
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Electric cars and 5G technology will battle for cobalt in coming years
The need for larger rechargeable batteries in cars and more energy storage for 5G technology will boost demand for cobalt over coming years. Read more…
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Electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio to lease batteries to lower starting price
Chinese EV maker Nio Inc has launched a battery leasing service that will allow drivers to buy an EV without owning the battery pack. Read more…
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Electric cars don’t pollute but are they environmentally friendly
One of the strongest arguments for the broad adoption of electric vehicles is, of course, that they do not pollute but are they environmentally friendly? Read more…
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Tata to make electric cars in clean vehicle push for India
Tata Group is making its biggest push yet towards clean vehicles with plans to make electric cars and batteries, and set up charging stations across India. Read more…
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