Auto Industry News
Baidu's Electric Vehicle Arm Jidu Raises $400 Million In New Funding Round
There were no external investors participating in the round. The company did not provide any details on its valuation.
Brazil's WEG and Neoenergia Announce Partnership In Charging Stations For Electric Vehicles
Apr 28, 2022 11:55 PM
The company will provide equipment produced nationally with a power of 7.4 kilowatts, ideal for homes or residential buildings, and 22 kilowatts, which is more suitable for companies.
Europe's EV Drive Comes With Environmental, Social Risks, Stellantis CEO Says
Apr 28, 2022 11:45 PM
CEO Carlos Tavares has mapped out a 30 billion euro ($34 billion) electrification plan that helped Stellantis shares surge more than 60% in their first year.
Sony Seeks New Partners For Transformative EV Project: Report
Apr 28, 2022 11:40 PM
Sony Group will likely add new technology partners to its electric vehicle (EV) project to help it forge a mobility business to transform cars from transportation machines to entertainment spaces.
GM To Deliver Electric SUV Cadillac Lyriq To Customers In 'Few Months'
Apr 28, 2022 11:35 PM
Lyriq, an all-electric mid-size SUV, was unveiled by GM in August 2020 in a move to transform its traditional combustion engine lineup to an electric one.
GM's Electric Commercial Vehicle Unit Signs Deals With Walmart, FedEx
Apr 28, 2022 11:31 PM
BrightDrop has signed a new deal to supply EVs to retail giant Walmart Inc and expanded its supply agreement with delivery firm FedEx Corp.
Indian Electric Van Maker For Amazon Raises Funds
Apr 28, 2022 11:28 PM
Indian start-up EVage has raised $28 million from U.S.-based venture capital firm RedBlue Capital, the company said on Friday.
NHTSA Evaluating Potential Safety Concerns Related To Heating Issue Of Tesla Cars
Apr 28, 2022 11:24 PM
The report said the heating problems happened even after Tesla early last year replaced faulty sensors in heat pumps in some 2020-2021 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles to address the issue.
Hyundai, Kia Expect Auto Sales Jump In 2022 Amid Chip Shortage
Apr 28, 2022 11:22 PM
Hyundai and Kia sold 6.67 million vehicles in 2021, about 3.7% less than their combined target of 6.92 million vehicles, largely due to supply problems including the chip shortage, which drove down vehicle shipment.