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ABB is to acquire 67% of e-mobility solution provider, Shanghai Chargedot New Energy Technology.

Porsche is launching online car sales in the US for the first time.

Dana Incorporated has announced it is partnering with a major North American commercial-vehicle manufacturer to supply complete e-Powertrain systems for a medium-duty vehicle program beginning next year.

Dana, in collaboration with Lonestar Specialty Vehicles, has announced the launch of a fully electrified terminal tractor at the North American Commercial Vehicle show.

Maruti Suzuki in India has deferred plans to launch its first electric car Wagon R EV in India amid concerns over cost and a lack of charging infrastructure. The planned launch for the EV in 2020 has now been put back.

Greenland Technologies Holding, formerly known as Greenland Acquisition, says its operating subsidiary in China, Zhejiang Zhongchai Machinery has recently completed the move out of its leased facility and into a newly-constructed manufacturing facility in Shaoxing.

Volkswagen AG has announced the foundation of Volkswagen Autonomy GmbH (VWAT GmbH) with headquarters in Munich and Wolfsburg. The subsidiary will serve as a centre of excellence for Level 4+ autonomous driving (AD).

Cooper Tire has reported third-quarter net income of US$29m compared with US$54m last year.

Mahle is planning to relocate its research and development centre in Foetz in Luxembourg.

Toyota Research Institute's Platform 4 (P4) automated driving test vehicle will be available for public demonstration rides next summer in Tokyo.

News 28 Oct, 2019

Volta has partnered with the British engineering firm Prodrive for its all-electric, pedestrian-friendly 16-tonne HGV

General Motors workers in the US are returning to work today after the end of a six-week long strike. Last week UAW members at GM voted in favour of a new negotiated contract.

News 28 Oct, 2019

The Italian manufacturer has released a shadowy video to tease its new 819bhp, Aventador-based rival to the Ferrari FXX K

South Korea's Hyundai Wia Corporation has announced plans to invest KRW210bn (US$180m) to build a new engine plant near the Russian city of St Petersburg.

Goodyear has recorded third-quarter net income of $88m down from US$351m a year ago.

News 28 Oct, 2019

Ferrari has launched a revised version of its 488 one-make racer, with improved aerodynamics and a reworked chassis

News 28 Oct, 2019

Ferrari has unveiled an updated version of its 488 GT3 racer, with fresh aerodynamics, better ergonomics and improved reliability