Press Releases
20 March 2024
SMW Manufacturing, an Amsted business unit, is at the forefront of cold-formed and net-formed metal manufacturing, and the company will display several of its capabilities at the 2024 World of Asphalt Show & Conference March 25-27 in Nashville. The SMW Manufacturing metal forming processes on display will benefit companies in road rehabilitation, mining and jobsite tools markets. Through the company's advanced cold-forming and net-forming processes, it can manufacture compon
Read more...20 March 2024
Wind River®, a global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems, today announced that it will be demonstrating the use of Wind River Linux with the NVIDIA Jetson™ platform for advanced generative AI at-the-edge applications at NVIDIA GTC, a global AI conference running March 18–21 at the San Jose Convention Center. In the demonstration, the combination of the Yocto Project–based Wind River Linux and NVIDIA Jetson Orin™ provide
Read more...19 March 2024
DFDS has placed orders for a total of 225 electric trucks with Volvo. From left to right: Roger Alm, President Volvo Trucks, Niklas Anderson, Executive Vice President, Logistic Division at DFDS. DFDS, one of the largest shipping and logistics companies in Northern Europe, is seeing a growing demand for transport solutions with lower environmental impact. The company has now placed another order for 100 electric trucks from Volvo. Previously, DFDS has purchased a total of 125
Read more...OMNIVISION, a leading global developer of semiconductor solutions, including advanced digital imaging, analog and touch and display technology, today announced that its OX08D10 8-megapixel CMOS image sensor with TheiaCel™ technology is now compatible with the NVIDIA Omniverse™ development platform. OMNIVISION is demonstrating the solution at booth 636 during NVIDIA GTC, taking place through March 21 at the San Jose Convention Center. NVIDIA Omniverse is a platform of app
Read more...15 March 2024
VinFast Auto announces its participation in the Vancouver International Auto Show (VIAS) 2024. In its first appearance at VIAS, VinFast will showcase a diverse range of its electric vehicles, further marking its position in the green mobility sector and signifying its commitment to bringing its comprehensive EV ecosystem closer to global consumers. VinFast will showcase four EV models at VIAS 2024: the VF 6, VF 7, VF 8, and VF 9. These models cater to diverse customer segments and o
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TurnOnGreen, Inc.announced today a strategic partnership with Endliss Power Inc (“EPI”), a cutting-edge e-commerce and renewable energy company based in San Francisco, California. The collaboration marks a milestone for the Company as it seeks to expand its networked electric vehicle (“EV”) charging infrastructure across North America, leveraging EPI’s expertise in administering and executing power purchase agreements with commercial clients. Under this
Read more...14 March 2024
Leviton, a leading provider in residential electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and wireless smart home technology, today announced the launch of a plug-in version of the EV Series Smart Home. Originally launched in January 2023 with hardwired versions only, EV Series Smart Home stations are compatible with the My Leviton App, allowing users to take control of their entire smart home including lighting, load centers, and EV Charging. "As the EV charging industry continues t
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Fastco Canada, Canada’s leading manufacturer and wholesale distributor of wheels, tires, and accessories, today announced the launch of its newest Fast EV wheel designed for electric vehicles. Crafted with cutting-edge technology and designed to enhance range and performance, the EV06 is set to optimize the driving experience for electric vehicle enthusiasts. Originally designed by Fastco Canada for Project Arrow, the first, original, full-build zero-emission concept vehicle l
Read more...Hyzon a U.S. based leading hydrogen fuel cell technology developer and global supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), today launched its single stack 200kW fuel cell system and powertrain in a vehicle at a ceremony attended by government officials, heavy-duty fleet operators and company employees and executives. The vehicle – Hyzon's 200kW Prime Mover, the Australian term for a heavy-duty commercial truck designed to tow a semi-trailer &nd
Read more...itselectric, a Brooklyn-based electric vehicle (EV) charging network, today announced that its first generation charger, the "Brooklyn-718", is the first-ever EV charger with a detachable cable to be certified under UL Standards. This leap in EV charging technology for the North American market can now meet the immediate needs for curbside charging in cities across the United States. Detachable cable EV chargers are the norm in the EU and UK, where drivers stow the chargin
Read more...Group 1 Automotive, Inc. a Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 202 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced the acquisition of Modern Classic Motors in Hilton Head, South Carolina. The acquisition includes three franchises: Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter and Honda in Beaufort County, one of the fastest-growing counties in South Carolina. The acquisition expands Group 1's relationship with Mercedes-Benz to 17 franchises in the U.S. and U.K. and with Honda to 13 franc
Read more...Wallbox a global leader in electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions, and COIL, a leading EV charging installation service and Wallbox subsidiary, announced today that, in conjunction with partners Clean and Prosperous Institute and Adopt a Charger, they have secured proposed awards of $25.6 million from the Washington Department of Commerce’s Electric Vehicle Charging Program. The awards, announced as part of the Department’s first round of the program, will
Read more...The documented unreliability of America's networks of electric vehicle (EV) chargers remains a hindrance to mass EV adoption. Tackling this challenge head on, Qmerit, North America's leading installer of home and business EV chargers, is introducing a unique suite of EV charging warranty support and maintenance services. Qmerit's services encompass on-demand repairs; warranty support; comprehensive coverage in which Qmerit assumes responsibility for all equipment parts;
Read more...Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, the nation’s largest bus and transportation services dealer, has signed a national distribution agreement with The Shyft Group, who through its family of brands, engineers, assembles, services and upfits vehicles in various segments, including government services, delivery and service markets, and recreational vehicles. For Model 1, the agreement adds an expansive commercial product offering, which supports vehicle upfitting and second-stage manufacturing, a
Read more...7 March 2024
EnergyHub announces that they are collaborating with Toyota Motor North America (Toyota) to improve the electric vehicle (EV) ownership experience. A direct integration with EnergyHub’s platform enables Toyota and Lexus drivers to take advantage of certain utility programs designed to reduce the cost of charging for EV customers, while helping utilities ensure grid reliability and accelerate decarbonization. Shifting EV charging load away from times of peak electricity demand
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