Focus on Manufacturing
China’s Hesai to halve lidar prices next year, sees wide adoption in electric cars
China’s Hesai to cut lidar prices by 50 per cent, boosting EV adoption; plans global expansion amid rising demand from automakers.
Vauxhall owner to shut Luton factory amid ‘stringent’ zero-emission targets
About 1,120 full-time employees work at the Luton factory, which currently makes light commercial vehicles.
Biden administration will loan $6.6 billion to Rivian to build Georgia factory that automaker paused
The Biden administration announced a $6.6B loan to Rivian to build its fuel-efficient vehicles and work toward profitability.
Japan PM Ishiba urges Biden to approve Nippon-US Steel deal, sources say
Japanese PM Ishiba urges Biden to approve Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel, highlighting its benefits to U.S.-Japan ties.
More chargers, less red tape: How to speed up electrifying Ontario’s MHDVs
Ontario must address high costs, regulatory hurdles and grid readiness to build chargers needed for electrifying road-freight vehicles.
Guyana’s pick of new US startup faces hurdles to tap vast gas reserves
Doubts grow over Guyana’s choice of Fulcrum LNG to develop its untapped natural gas resources.
Thyssenkrupp: expert opinion gives positive view for steel business
Thyssenkrupp's steel division secures financing for two years, with expert backing its ability to continue.
Green activists in S. Korea demand tough action on plastic waste at UN talks
Activists marched near Busan's INC-5 venue, urging action ahead of talks on a global plastic pollution agreement.
How big fossil-fuel-producing countries export emissions abroad
Fossil fuel exports were a hot topic at COP29 in Baku, with calls for accountability for pollution sent to poorer nations.
Northvolt crisis may be make or break for Europe’s EV battery ambitions
Northvolt’s bankruptcy highlights Europe’s struggle to build a battery industry amid Chinese dominance and slowing EV demand.
