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Northvolt Files for Bankruptcy After Failed Rescue Attempts
The move caps months of talks with owners, customers and creditors to find a way for Europe’s rare homegrown maker of EV batteries to continue operations.
Penske Truck Leasing Eyes Up to 80% of Power From Solar
The first facility with a rooftop solar installation, in Illinois, is now operational. Solar panels installed there are expected to generate roughly 80% of the building’s energy needs.
Uber Said to Be in Talks to Invest in US IPO of Pony AI
Uber Technologies plans to invest in Pony AI’s U.S. initial public offering, which is expected to be priced next week after being upsized by the autonomous driving firm.
November 21, 2024Tesla Slow to Make Its Chargers Accessible to Other EVs
Tesla promised to drop the wall on its so-called charging “walled garden” two years ago, making its Superchargers accessible to all EVs.
Hexagon Doubles Natural Gas System Output With Plant Move
Hexagon Agility opened an assembly and installation plant in Rialto, Calif., on Nov. 21, a move designed to double the natural gas fuel system supplier’s production capacity, it said.
Commercial Ops Debut Coming Fast for VNL Autonomous Truck
The start of commercial operations for factory-built autonomous Class 8 tractors by Volvo Autonomous Solutions and Aurora Innovation is due in a matter of days.
Jaguar Rebrand Promo Shows Logo, but Where’s the Car?
NEW YORK — A promotional video for a rebrand of British luxury car brand Jaguar is being criticized online for showing models in brightly colored outfits — and no car.
November 20, 2024GM Opens Lab to Prevent Software Bugs in New Vehicles
WARREN, Mich. — General Motors Co. has developed a software-testing lab inside its Global Technical Center to prevent bugs from entering new vehicles and affecting customers.
Exxon Signs Deal to Supply Lithium to Battery Maker LG Chem
Exxon has signed a preliminary agreement to provide battery metal lithium to an LG Chem plant in the U.S., strengthening the oil major’s role in the domestic critical minerals supply chain.
Stellantis Delays Electric Ram Truck Debuts to Early 2025
Stellantis NV will delay the arrival of its two electric pickup trucks to the first half of 2025 from the end of this year, CEO Carlos Tavares said Nov. 19.