Focus on Transport
When transmission lines fell, 16 electric vehicles fed power into the grid. It showed electric vehicles can provide the backup Australia needs
Electric vehicles can stabilize the grid by discharging power, but smarter charging is needed to avoid straining it.
Mobileye slashes annual forecasts on uncertain demand; shares fall
Israeli self-driving company Mobileye revenue reconsidered as carmakers around the world cut production and reduce demand for chips.
Japan’s Nissan, Honda to jointly research software, start talks with Mitsubishi
Japanese automakers Nissan Motor and Honda Motor agreed to conduct joint research into technologies for a next-gen software platform
China woes hit BMW as profit margin falls
Earnings fall in BMW Q2 results as Chinese sales slump, but strong demand for EVs could be a positive sign for the future.
Weak yen helps Toyota compensate for Japan issues and EV woes
Toyota profits see modest rise despite certification issues in Japan and concerns over China gaining market share for EVs.
Big truckmakers bet on hydrogen to extend combustion engine life
With electric batteries not up to the task of long-haul freight, hydrogen trucks offer a chance for low-emission deliveries.
Tumbling lithium prices push Albemarle to fresh round of cost cuts
Albemarle, the world's top lithium producer, plans cost cuts amid tumbling lithium prices and a Q2 loss, citing weak EV demand.
Trump says he is against everyone having an electric car
Trump opposes universal electric car use despite Elon Musk's endorsement, stating his stance at a Chicago conference.
Tesla was in Full Self-Driving mode when it hit and killed Seattle motorcylist: police
The incident has raised concerns over the technology's safety.
BorgWarner’s second-quarter profit beats on auto parts demand
BorgWarner beat Wall Street expectations for Q2 profit and raised its annual earnings forecast on Wednesday
