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Tokyo University Of Science Researchers Offer Insights into Solid-Electrolyte Interphases in Next-Gen Aqueous Potassium-Ion Batteries

Tokyo University Of Science Researchers Offer Insights into Solid-Electrolyte Interphases in Next-Gen Aqueous Potassium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have become immensely popular as the go-to power source for a wide variety of electronic devices and vehicles over the past two decades. Although it is hard to overstate the transformative effects that LIBs have had on modern societies, this technology has a fair share of disadvantages that ... Continue reading

AAA to Provide Roadside Services Using Apple Satellites

AAA to Provide Roadside Services Using Apple Satellites

AAA to Enhance Roadside Services Using Apple Satellites Roadside Assistance will now be available to iPhone users stranded in remote locations AAA announces that users of the newly unveiled iPhone 15 lineup, as well as iPhone 14 users, can now access AAA service via satellite. As one of North America’s largest a ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY September 18, 2023

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY September 18, 2023

Recalled - BMW, Lincoln, Ford, Alfa Romeo, Dodge, Nissan, Volkswagen, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, RV's, Motorcycles. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number For Each Recall to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use the VIN Look-up ... Continue reading

Official Announcement by Ampace: Introducing the BP System and "Kun-Era" Battery, Paving the Way for a New Era in Global Energy Transformation from Fuel to Electricity

Official Announcement by Ampace: Introducing the BP System and "Kun-Era" Battery, Paving the Way for a New Era in Global Energy Transformation from Fuel to Electricity

CHONGQING, China, Sept. 16, 2023 -- On September 15, Xiamen Ampace Technology Limited (hereinafter referred to as "Ampace"), a company renowned for its commitment to pioneering lithium battery research and innovation, marked its inaugural presence at the 21st China International Motorcycle Trade Exhibition (CIMAMotor 2 ... Continue reading

This Week in Transportation News: 11 Stories You Need to See

This Week in Transportation News: 11 Stories You Need to See

A roundup of the week's most newsworthy auto and transport industry press releases including BMW, Ford, and Honda's new company focused on EV grid services. ... Continue reading

Automotive Aftermarket Expected to Grow 8.1% in 2023

Automotive Aftermarket Expected to Grow 8.1% in 2023

By AAPEX Las Vegas—The automotive aftermarket grew 9.7% in 2022, outperforming expectations (previously forecast at 8.5%). With high inflation persisting, the industry is expected to grow an additional 8.1% in 2023, according to new analysis reports by MEMA and Auto Care Association, co-owners of AAPEX. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Opens World-Class Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory in Michigan

Hyundai Opens World-Class Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory in Michigan

Hyundai Motor North America (HMNA) and Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc., (HATCI) today celebrated the opening of their $51.4 million Safety Test and Investigation Laboratory (STIL) at a ribbon cutting ceremony in Superior Township, Mich. ... Continue reading

Mid-Week Auto News Now

Mid-Week Auto News Now

Welcome to From the Newsroom, a roundup of news from Cox Automotive and perspectives from its analysts and experts on topics dominating the automotive industry. After two quarters of sentiment from both franchised and independent dealers tracking in the same positive direction, independents were less enthusiastic this ... Continue reading

Nutson's Weeky Auto News Wrap-up September 3-9, 2023

Nutson's Weeky Auto News Wrap-up September 3-9, 2023

Here are Larry's picks among the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories, presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets for Nutsons Auto News Weekly Wrap-up September 3-9, 2023 ... Continue reading

Automotive News Decoded September 7, 2023

Automotive News Decoded September 7, 2023

US Light Vehicle market solid, but not spectacular in August GlobalData has cut the 2023 US market forecast slightly to 15.3 million units ... Continue reading

Automotive Software Market to grow by USD 12.75 billion from 2022 to 2027, The growing demand for differentiated in-car experiences drives the market - Technavio

Automotive Software Market to grow by USD 12.75 billion from 2022 to 2027, The growing demand for differentiated in-car experiences drives the market - Technavio

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 -- The Automotive Software Market report has been added to Technavio's offering. With ISO 9001:2015 certification, Technavio has proudly partnered with more than 100 Fortune 500 companies for over 16 years. ... Continue reading

Landmark moment as Scania's battery assembly starts operations

Landmark moment as Scania's battery assembly starts operations

SÖDERTÄLJE, Sweden, Sept. 5, 2023 -- Today marks a historic moment for Scania as its battery assembly at the Swedish headquarters in Södertälje is inaugurated. ... Continue reading

Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up August 27-September 2, 2023

Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up August 27-September 2, 2023

Here are Larry's picks among the past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets.</i> for Nutson's Auto News Weekly Wrap-up August 27- September 2, 2023 /> <meta name= ... Continue reading

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY August 21, 2023

OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL SUMMARY August 21, 2023

The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading

Dodge Direct Connection and Jay Leno's Garage Team Up to Offer New Line of Co-branded Premium Car Care Products

Dodge Direct Connection and Jay Leno's Garage Team Up to Offer New Line of Co-branded Premium Car Care Products

BERKLEY, Mich., Aug. 19, 2023 -- Continue Reading Iconic television host and comedian Jay Leno and Dodge Brand CEO Tim Kuniskis teamed up today to announce a new line of co-branded car care products from Direct Connection, the Dodge brand’s performance products line, and Jay Leno’s Garage. ... Continue reading

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