Autel Energy, a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging technologies, announced today that it will begin production later this month at its North Carolina facility with the MaxiCharger 180kw–240kw DC Fast EV charger.  Autel plans to produce up to 5,000 DC Fast chargers at the facility annually, employing 150 people initially and 400 within five years.  The 200,000 sq. ft. facility in Greensboro, NC, has undergone significant renovation and moderniza

Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: SWKS) today introduced the Si469xx family of automotive digital radio coprocessors for future in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems. With its combination of integration, flexibility and low cost, the Si469xx family of coprocessors is optimized to operate with Skyworks’ Si479xx Hybrid Software Defined Radio (SDR) Tuners to achieve a cost-effective digital radio receiver. The new Si469xx product family can demodulate and decode up to four digital radio ch

Governor Andy Beshear joined representatives of Toyota Boshoku America, Inc. and local leaders in Christian County today to announce the establishment of a new automotive parts manufacturing facility in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The global automotive supplier will invest $225 million and create 157 jobs in the company’s first ever “smart plant” location. The new Kentucky factory will produce seat frame mechanism parts such as seat tracks, seat recliners and

The global transition towards sustainable transportation has led to a significant rise in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). With impending regulations in Europe that restrict the sale of gasoline-powered vehicles in the near future, the demand for EVs is set to surge. In addition to the growing environmental consciousness and the pressing need to address global warming, the high vehicle usage in these regions emphasizes the importance of embracing EVs as a key solution. In this context

Midland Radio, the leader in two-way radio communication technology, today announced an exciting update to its collaboration with Jeep®, the leading manufacturer of off-road vehicles. Designed for enthusiasts looking to push boundaries, the off-road powerhouses are introducing two Jeep branded MicroMobile® products, including the MXT275J 15 Watt GMRS Two-Way Radio and MXT575J 50 Watt GMRS Two-Way Radio. Alongside the new radios, Midland is also introducing the MA75J Jeep MicroMobile M

Electric Era Technologies, a leader in revolutionizing the world’s EV fast charging infrastructure with its proprietary PowerNode™ EV high-speed charging stations, today announced an investment from Chevron Technology Ventures. The investment is aimed at accelerating the deployment of Electric Era’s reliable, premium charging stations to gas stations and convenience stores throughout the US, advancing the future of car refill to the locations that have historically formed th

Supercharging its seven-decade reputation as an innovator in Southern California, Gelson's has finalized a partnership with Rove, a developer and operator of full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging centers, to provide food and beverage services as part of this ground-breaking new concept. Rove will launch by building an initial six locations in Southern California beginning this year, with 20 charging centers planned by 2026. The deal represents a first-of-its-kind retail brand partne

Tundra 1794 Special Edition Premium Capability The third generation Tundra launched just a few short years ago and new for the 2024 model year is a new take on an iconic grade. The 1794 grade, which is named after the ranch that the San Antonio plant that assembles Tundra was built upon, gets even better with the 1794 Limited Edition, which focuses on an elevated premium leather interior experience and the addition of enhanced off-road capability. Tundra o

The Casa Auto Group is proud to announce the acquisition of the Borman Autoplex in Las Cruces, NM, including Ford, Honda, Hyundai, and Mazda dealerships. Located on Boutz Road near I-10 since 1986, the Autoplex is known for having over 20 acres of vehicle inventory, among the largest dealerships in the Southwest. The Casa Auto Group is family-owned and locally operated by CEO Ronnie Lowenfield, President Justin Lowenfield, and General Council Luke Lowenfield, whose family has been a pillar of

Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM; TSX-V: ELBM) (“Electra” or the “Company”), currently constructing North America’s only cobalt sulfate refinery, today provided an update on its battery materials recycling trial, confirming improved recoveries of high-value elements, higher metal content in saleable products produced, and reduced use of reagents. Combined, the improvements pave the way for higher-quality customer products and improved economics

Hyzon Motors Inc. (Hyzon or the company) (NASDAQ: HYZN), a high-power hydrogen fuel cell technology developer and global supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles, today announced a final resolution of the investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), subject to court approval. The investigation was previously reported by the company on its Current Report on Form 8-K on January 12, 2022, and updated in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year en

The Toyota Corolla Cross is adding even more style to the lineup with a Nightshade Special Edition for 2024. Available exclusively on the Corolla Cross Hybrid, and based on the SE grade, the Nightshade Edition brings a distinctive look to the already feature-packed entry SUV. Featuring 18-inch gloss black sport alloy wheels, black and red fabric trimmed interior with red accent stitching, and black accented head and tail lamps, it's a low-key cool Corolla Cross with unique style.

U.S.-based Ascend Elements is partnering with South Korea-based SK ecoplant and its e-waste recycling subsidiary, TES, to build a $65 million lithium-ion battery recycling facility in Hopkinsville, Ky. The 100,000-square-foot EV battery recycling facility will disassemble and shred approximately 24,000 metric tons of used EV batteries and gigafactory scrap per year – or approximately 56,000 EV batteries per year. Construction is scheduled to begin in November 2023 with completion in Jan

Sepion Technologies, a leading battery product company focused on advancing lithium-metal batteries (LMBs) for electric vehicles (EVs) and e-mobility applications, announces the opening of one of North America's largest separator coating facilities for LMBs. This cutting-edge, 100 percent renewable-energy-powered building spans 25,000 square feet, increasing Sepion's separator coating capacity by 1,000-fold and polymer synthesis scale by 100-fold. It also enables the product

In a move towards a sustainable future, Würth Industrial US has teamed up with energy solutions leader WattLogic to complete an innovative project featuring state-of-the-art Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations. This collaboration underscores Würth Industrial US's unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility while making meaningful strides in the fight against climate change. The project's inception was marked by goal-oriented strategization, with colla