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Rheinmetall and its joint venture in China to deliver millions of transmission housings for a world-leading maker of electric vehicles

Posted on 23, May 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) DÜSSELDORF, 23-May-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Rheinmetall AG (ETR: RHM), a German integrated technology group active in the automotive and defence industries, has announced a major order for the supply of millions of transmission housings for a world-leading maker … Read the full press release →

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Vattenfall to provide charging infrastructure for the electric vehicle fleet of Instabox, an international last-mile delivery company

Posted on 23, March 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 23-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Vattenfall, a Swedish Government-owned multinational power company, has announced that the company will be providing charging infrastructure for the electric vehicle fleet of Instabox, an international last-mile delivery company as part of a … Read the full press release →

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Vattenfall’s InCharge part of a pilot test in Gothenburg, Sweden for wireless charging of electric vehicles

Posted on 3, March 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 3-Mar-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Vattenfall, a Swedish Government-owned multinational power company, has announced that its automated charging and payment solution InCharge is part of a pilot test that involves fully electric Volvo XC40 Recharge taxis in Gothenburg, … Read the full press release →

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EQT Infrastructure V fund buys InstaVolt from Zouk Capital and will support its acceleration plan to reach 10,000 rapid electric vehicle chargers by 2032

Posted on 22, February 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 22-Feb-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — EQT, a purpose-driven global investment organization, has announced that its EQT Infrastructure V fund has acquired InstaVolt from Zouk Capital, an infrastructure and private equity fund, and will invest further to support the … Read the full press release →

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ABB to increase its stake to 80 percent in Chargedot, an electric vehicle charging provider based in China

Posted on 31, January 2022 by

(PRESS RELEASE) ZÜRICH, 31-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — ABB (SWX: ABBN), a Swedish–Swiss multinational company leader in robotics, power, heavy electrical equipment, and automation, has announced it will increase its holdings in Chargedot (Chargedot Shanghai New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.), an … Read the full press release →

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Continental Engineering Services and startup Volterio, world’s first fully automatic charging solution, to work on the development of an intelligent charging robot for electric vehicles

Posted on 26, January 2022 by

Innovative technology for automatic charging is simple and convenient First near-production charging robot systems planned for 2022 Charging robots initially for use in private garages – later also in public areas (PRESS RELEASE) FRANKFURT, 26-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Continental (ETR: … Read the full press release →

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First-ever Battery-Powered Electric Vehicle (BEV) by Bentley expected by 2025 as part of £2.5 billion sustainability investment

Posted on 26, January 2022 by

Major sustainable investment in UK economy secures Bentley’s future at Crewe plant First Battery-powered Electric Vehicles (BEV) due in three years’ time BEVs key to Bentley’s ground-breaking Beyond100 plans Beyond100 strategy is redefining company as benchmark luxury automotive manufacturer New … Read the full press release →

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ŠKODA AUTO to use wool combined with recycled polyester for the seat covers of all of its ŠKODA ENYAQ iV electric vehicles

Posted on 25, January 2022 by

ŠKODA AUTO consistently focuses on sustainability along the entire value chain Car manufacturer works with suppliers and the scientific community on innovative materials which are then used in series production Video reveals how the seat covers for the ENYAQ iV … Read the full press release →

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Vehicle digitalization: smart solutions by Continental part of the BMW iX electric vehicle

Posted on 24, January 2022 by

High-performance computer bundles functions in the cockpit Head-Up-Display provides intuitive driving information Transceivers with ultra-wideband radio technology provide an essential building block for keyless access to the vehicle via smartphone Panorama glass roof with intelligent functions creates a unique feeling … Read the full press release →

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Stagecoach and renewable energy company SSE to trial a new community electric vehicle charging hub

Posted on 8, November 2021 by

Trial scheme would maximise efficiency of EV charging infrastructure by making it available to fleet users and local community during the day when buses are out of depots (PRESS RELEASE) PERTH, Scotland, UK, 8-Nov-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Stagecoach (LON: SGC), … Read the full press release →

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Electric mobility: TotalEnergies to equip its motorway and expressway service stations with high-power charge points for electric vehicles

Posted on 28, October 2021 by

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 28-Oct-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — TotalEnergies (EPA: TTE), one of the seven “supermajor” oil companies, has announced it will invest €200 million to add high-power charge points for electric vehicles to its more than 150 motorway and expressway … Read the full press release →

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Continental’s strong position in the segment of tires for all-electric vehicles has been underscored by Porsche Taycan approval

Posted on 24, September 2021 by

Porsche Taycan available with Continental summer, winter and all-season tires Original equipment approvals for PremiumContact 6, WinterContact TS 860 S and ProContact RX tires Continental Supplies Tires for Six of the Ten Most Successful Manufacturers of Electric Vehicles (PRESS RELEASE) … Read the full press release →

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IVECO and Nikola to deliver up to 25 Nikola Tre battery-electric vehicles (BEV) to Hamburg Port Authority in 2022

Posted on 16, September 2021 by

On the occasion of the Nikola Iveco Europe joint-venture manufacturing facility opening in Ulm, Germany, the parties announced an accord to collaborate on the testing and subsequent implementation of heavy-duty electric vehicles and charging infrastructure at the Port of Hamburg … Read the full press release →

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TotalEnergies acquires Bluecharge, the largest electric vehicle charging network in Singapore

Posted on 28, July 2021 by

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS/ SINGAPORE, 28-Jul-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — TotalEnergies announces the acquisition of ‘Blue Charge’ from Bolloré Group. Upon the approval of the relevant authorities, TotalEnergies will manage and operate Singapore’s largest electric vehicle (EV) charging network, with more than … Read the full press release →

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Hydro and Northvolt joint venture Hydrovolt starts building Norway’s first recycling plant for electric vehicle batteries

Posted on 29, January 2021 by

(PRESS RELEASE) OSLO, 29-Jan-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Norwegian aluminium and renewable energy company Hydro announces that Hydrovolt, its joint venture with Northvolt, has started constructing the battery recycling plant in Norway. The world’s most technologically advanced plant will have the … Read the full press release →

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Thomas Ulbrich, Volkswagen: We need significantly more charging points in Germany and Europe if electric vehicles are to establish themselves quickly

Posted on 30, December 2020 by

Over 1,200 charging points already in operation at German sites Some 750 new charging points to be installed in 2021, including the first High Power Charging stations with up to 300 kW power Thomas Ulbrich: “We need significantly more charging … Read the full press release →

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Cebr’s study for FairFuel UK: forcing people to use electric vehicles would make car ownership unaffordable for the poorest

Posted on 23, November 2020 by

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 23-Nov-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — The Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR), one of the UK’s leading economics consultancies, has released its commentary on UK Gov’s green agenda which has started to emerge in a series of … Read the full press release →

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Total, Groupe PSA tie up to launch battery manufacturing plant for electric vehicles in Europe

Posted on 31, January 2020 by

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS, 31-Jan-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Total, through its affiliate Saft, intends to establish a joint venture with Groupe PSA/Opel called the Automotive Cell Company (AAC). The joint venture will develop an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing facility in Europe. … Read the full press release →

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20,000 new charging points for electric vehicles to be provided by Total in Netherlands

Posted on 22, January 2020 by

(PRESS RELEASE) AMSTERDAM, 22-Jan-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — Total has entered into an agreement in which the oil and gas company will install and operate 20,000 new public charging points in the three provinces of The Netherlands, namely North-Holland, Flevoland, and … Read the full press release →

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Breakthrough Results with High-Power Laser Technology will Transform Electric Vehicles

Posted on 30, December 2019 by

(PRESS RELEASE) TAMPERE, Finland, 30-Dec-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — The northern lights are shining extra-bright in Tampere Finland this month as a major step forward in amplifying the power of lasers was achieved. For the first time a laser using similar … Read the full press release →

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400,000 electric vehicles to be equipped with NORMA Group thermal management line systems by 2025

Posted on 24, September 2019 by

(PRESS RELEASE) MAINTAL, 24-Sep-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — NORMA Group develops line systems for thermal management of battery units for a leading battery manufacturer. The systems will be used in up to 400,000 electric vehicles of a major international automobile manufacturer … Read the full press release →

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Koenigsegg to accelerate growth in the hyper car market with EUR 150 million funding from NEVS (National Electric Vehicle Sweden)

Posted on 30, January 2019 by

(PRESS RELEASE) TROLLHÄTTAN, Sweden, 30-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — NEVS (National Electric Vehicle Sweden) has just announced it purchased 20 percent minority stake in Koenigsegg’s parent company for EUR 150 million. The high-performance sports cars maker Koenigsegg will use the new capital to accelerate … Read the full press release →

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ENGIE and Arval launch new green transport offer that aims to simplify access to electric vehicles

Posted on 17, December 2018 by

La Défense, France, 17-Dec-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — ENGIE, the global energy company and major player in charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, and Arval, the global specialist in corporate vehicle fleet leasing, have announced the launch of a new green transport offer … Read the full press release →

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TomTom to provide Live Traffic information, Online Routing and Electric Vehicle Services for BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles

Posted on 3, October 2018 by

PARIS, 03-Oct-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — TomTom (TOM2) today announced that it has been chosen by the BMW Group to provide drivers with Live TomTom Traffic information, Online Routing and Electric Vehicle (EV) Services for BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles. The deal … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen world premieres modular electric drive matrix (MEB): a technology platform developed specifically for electric vehicles

Posted on 19, September 2018 by

Brand announces attractive electric vehicles at affordable prices World premiere of the modular electric drive matrix (MEB) in Dresden: newly developed technology platform will be the key to the “electric car for all” Brand Board Member for E-Mobility Thomas Ulbrich: … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen Group China, Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Corp. and SEAT to establish new R&D center on developing electric vehicles, connectivity and autonomous driving technologies

Posted on 10, July 2018 by

Volkswagen Group China, the car company JAC and SEAT will together set up a new R&D center for developing electric vehicles, connectivity and autonomous driving technologies by 2021; launch of a competitive BEV platform in planning SEAT to become a … Read the full press release →

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Wärtsilä and Hyundai Motor Group partner to utilize second-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries

Posted on 29, June 2018 by

Seoul, South Korea and Helsinki, Finland, 29-Jun-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — The technology group Wärtsilä and Hyundai Motor Group have signed a technology and commercial partnership designed to utilize second-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries towards the growing energy storage market. The … Read the full press release →

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U.K. home delivery business Milk & More orders 200 electric vehicles from Deutsche Post subsidiary StreetScooter

Posted on 28, May 2018 by

Milk deliveries are set to become quieter and more environmentally friendly BONN/LONDON, 28-May-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — What do the British milkman and the German mail carrier have in common? Answer: Both are an institution in their respective countries, and both … Read the full press release →

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Vattenfall partners with Volvo Cars with the aim to make electric vehicle (EV) charging easier at home

Posted on 7, May 2018 by

STOCKHOLM,  07-May-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — Vattenfall aims to become a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure operator in collaboration with partners. Vattenfall today announces a major new partnership with leading car manufacturer Volvo Cars with the aim to make EV … Read the full press release →

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Daimler and BYD Automotive Industry Co. launch the new DENZA 500 battery electric vehicle

Posted on 27, March 2018 by

Daimler and its Chinese partner BYD continuously invest in DENZA product development for China’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) market New DENZA electric vehicle brings a refreshed exterior design and extended range of around 500 kilometers Locally sourced and produced, DENZA … Read the full press release →

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TomTom electric vehicle (EV) service now available in North America

Posted on 16, March 2018 by

Detroit, MI, 16-Mar-2018 — /EuropaWire/ — TomTom (TOM2) today announced that its electric vehicle (EV) service, designed to help drivers make informed decisions about when and where to charge their vehicles, is now available in North America. The TomTom EV Service is a … Read the full press release →

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Renault Trucks to launch range of electric vehicles in 2019

Posted on 2, February 2018 by

Renault Trucks, part of Volvo Group, has announced that it will launch a range of electric vehicles in 2019. This range capitalizes on the experience gleaned from ten years of testing electric trucks in real-life conditions with its customers. These … Read the full press release →

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LeasePlan Poland to deliver 150 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles for the car-sharing programme of the city of Wroclaw in Poland

Posted on 24, October 2017 by

WROCLAW, 24-Oct-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — On October 17, LeasePlan Poland announced it will deliver 150 Nissan Leaf electric vehicles to the car-sharing programme of the city of Wroclaw, Poland, by the end of 2017. The cars will be available for public … Read the full press release →

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Transport for London (TfL): £4.5 million allocated to London boroughs for electric vehicle charging infrastructure

Posted on 7, August 2017 by

LONDON, 07-Aug-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Transport for London (TfL), London Councils and the Greater London Authority (GLA) today announced that almost £4.5 million has been allocated to London boroughs to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure on London’s streets. A total of … Read the full press release →

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ENGIE announces the acquisition of EV-Box, world’s leading electric vehicle charging services providers

Posted on 17, March 2017 by

ENGIE announces the acquisition of EV-Box. The Netherlands-based company is one of the world’s leading electric vehicle charging services providers with over 40,000 charging stations in service. La Défense, France, 17-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Electric mobility: a global fast-growing clean energy … Read the full press release →

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Chinese government grants NEVS’ application for electric vehicle production at its manufacturing plant in Tianjin

Posted on 26, January 2017 by

Trollhättan, Sweden, 26-Jan-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The Chinese government has today approved NEVS’ application to start production of electric vehicles in its manufacturing plant in Tianjin. – I am very grateful for the approval we now have received for the electric … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen AG and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile sign MoU for joint development of all-electric vehicles in China

Posted on 8, September 2016 by

Memorandum of understanding on long-term partnership for joint development of innovative battery-powered electric vehicles in China Discussions on the establishment of a new joint venture company have started Zero-emission mobility solutions crucial for the sustainable development of China’s environment and … Read the full press release →

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Technical University of Munich: Electric car designed and built by the TUfast Eco Team listed as the “Most efficient electric vehicle” by Guinness World Records

Posted on 21, July 2016 by

MUNICH, 21-Jul-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Successful world record attempt: Last Saturday, the electric car designated the “eLi14”, designed and built by the TUfast Eco Team, proved that it is the most economical electric car on the planet. And as a result … Read the full press release →

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Volkswagen AG works on an automated direct-current charging system – so-called automated e-filling station “e-smartConnect” – for the next generation of electric vehicles

Posted on 15, July 2015 by

Automated direct-current charging with robot assistance Intelligent combination with automated parking (Valet Parking) High-capacity traction batteries enable a range of 500 km Wolfsburg, 15-7-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Volkswagen AG is once again underscoring the leading role it plays in electric and automated … Read the full press release →

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Fraunhofer researchers developed prototype software to show grid operators how many electric vehicles can be connected to their local grid

Posted on 3, April 2015 by

MUNICH, 3-4-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The success of electric vehicle networks depends on economical vehicles – and efficient power grids. Existing power lines were not designed for the loads generated by electric vehicles. Fraunhofer researchers have developed prototype software to … Read the full press release →

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