UL's specialized laboratory for thermoplastic materials in Krefeld, Germany, has been approved as an external laboratory for emissions testing according to PV 3942 for the purpose of validating complete components of Volkswagen. The PV 3942 test analyzes the emissions of organic compounds that are emitted from parts, components and semi-finished products inside vehicles. The Krefeld Materials Laboratory is already approved by the Volkswagen Group for climatic, surface, mechanica

MiddleGround Capital announced that it has acquired majority ownership of Dura Automotive Systems from Bardin Hill Investment Partners. This is MiddleGround’s sixth platform acquisition made from its first fund, which closed in August 2019. Dura is a global designer and manufacturer of highly engineered automotive systems. It operates through its mechatronics, lightweight structures and exterior trim segments, making products such as shift-by-wire actuators, advanced driver-as

Ams, a leading worldwide supplier of high performance sensor solutions, and Ibeo Automotive Systems GmbH, the German specialist and the global technology leader for automotive LiDAR sensor technology and the associated software, confirm, that ams Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser (VCSEL) technology is a core component of Ibeo’s newly-developed solid-state LiDAR solution, ibeoNEXT. Ibeo´s industry leading LiDAR system will be used in Level-3 automated driving on production veh

Mercedes-Benz and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL)<300750.SZ> have entered the next stage of their strategic partnership and will create cutting-edge battery technology in support of the high-volume electrification of the Mercedes-Benz model portfolio. The Stuttgart-based luxury car maker is accelerating its "Electric First" strategy with advanced, CO2-neutrally produced battery cells, modules and systems supplied by CATL, a technology leader in lithium-ion

On August 9 HAAH Automotive Holdings engineering team members will begin the next phase in the testing of the VANTAS VX, the first VANTAS model to be sold in North America, Executive Vice President for Sales Bob Pradzinski announced today.  The teams will leave HAAH's California headquarters and follow a route that will take them to at least six states.  The vehicles will undergo hot weather, high altitude performance, dynamic vehicle ride and handling, and ergonomic t

CCC Information Services Inc. (CCC) announces today that Audi of America has entered into a multi-year agreement with CCC. Through the agreement, Audi will use CCC® Promote as its sole parts promotion solution, supporting Audi dealers across the United States. CCC Promote enables Audi to offer promotional pricing on parts to collision repairers as estimates are being written within the CCC ONE® platform. CCC ONE is in use by 25,000 repairers and processes more than 24 million repair e

Alternet Systems, Inc. collectively responded to the inquiries for more information on the company's maiden ReVolt Electric Motorcycle. Over two years ago, ALYI piloted an electric motorcycle that in its first rendition was a BMW R71 clone retrofitted with an electric motor. The BMW R71 is a breathtaking iconic image popularized through decades of frequent Hollywood screen appearances in addition to the real engineering breakthroughs that maintain the bike's relevance.

Senmiao Technology Limited, a provider of automobile transaction and related services targeting the online ride-hailing industry in China, today announced that it has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Sichuan Hongyu Enterprise Management Co., Ltd. ("Hongyu Auto") to facilitate the purchase of electric vehicles ("EVs") and cross-promote their brands, products and services for a term of three years, with a goal to further expand its automobile transaction and rel

GLM Co., Ltd., an electric vehicle (EV) developer and marketer in Kyoto , Japan, has announced the next phase of the development of a “Next Generation 800V Converter Compatible SiC (Silicon Carbide) System” featuring a ROHM SiC electrical module, which GLM announced with ROHM at the start of its development in February 2020, and is expected to be mass-produced within 24 next months. This product incorporates SiC as an electrical element. SiC has significant advantages ov

BYD Auto Co., Ltd., China's leading new energy car maker, today unveils its highly anticipated premium sedan, Han EV, through a traveling exhibition held in Stuttgart, Germany. While many German consumers are unaware of China's car brands , the Han EV's impressive looks have garnered much attention, garnering praise for its brilliant design, exceptional driving experience, and powerful presence. The Han EV is going to be the new window for European consumers to

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited and Trailer Dynamics GmbH (Trailer Dynamics) have signed a battery supply contract for a new way of electrifying long-distance trucks. Under the agreement, CATL will develop, manufacture and deliver batteries for the Newton eTrailer, which will be launched in 2023 to promote sustainable road transport development in Europe. CATL provides Trailer Dynamics with a stable supply of batteries to meet the requirements in Europe with regard to gr

BYD Auto Co., Ltd., China's leading new energy car maker , has unveiled its highly anticipated premium sedan, the Han EV at a traveling exhibition in Stuttgart , Germany. Although many German consumers are not familiar with Chinese car brands, the impressive looks of the Han EV have garnered a lot of attention, earning praise for its brilliant design, exceptional driving experience, and powerful presence. The Han EV will serve as a new showcase where European consumers

Kyoto, Japan-based developer and marketer of electric vehicles (EVs) has announced the next phase of development of a "system of Next generation SiC compatible 800V inverter "equipped with a ROHM SiC power module, which GLM announced with ROHM at the start of its development in February 2020, aimed at mass production in the next 24 months. This product incorporates SiC for an energy element. SiC offers many outstanding advantages over IGBT exchange technologies, being the

American Axle & Manufacturing's Electric Drive technology powers the all-electric Baojun E300 Plus from SAIC-GM-Wuling. The new 4-seat minicar went on sale recently in China. The E300 Plus is powered by a 40 kW Electric Drive Unit manufactured at Liuzhou AAM Automotive Driveline System Co., Ltd. in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in the state-level economic development zone of East Liuzhou, in the Guangxi Province. "This is AAM's third El

Soon, all electric, hybrid, fuel cell and battery-powered vehicles operating on public roads are required to emit a running noise like vehicles with an internal combustion engine. ECCO is introducing the Electric Vehicle Alert System® (EVAS) to help manufacturers comply with federal regulations in style. With a system that exceeds standards and offers a library of custom tones, EVAS keeps pedestrians safe while allowing automakers to develop an audible brand. The National Highwa