The U.S. Commerce Department is expected to propose a ban on the use of Chinese software in self-driving and connected cars in the coming weeks, people familiar with the matter said, Reuters reported. The Biden administration plans to issue a proposed rule that would prohibit the use of Chinese software on self-driving cars in the United States at the L3 level and above, as well as prohibit the testing of self-driving cars made by Chinese companies on U.S. roads. The U.S. government also plans to propose a ban on vehicles equipped with Chinese-developed modules with advanced wireless communication capabilities on U.S. roads, the sources added. […]
2024/8/5 – The automotive dent repair industry is undergoing a technological revolution with the introduction of a new innovation that promises to significantly improve repair efficiency and quality, benefiting both car owners and repair professionals. The new technology, known as the “Smart Thermoplastic Repair System,” utilizes advanced heating and cooling techniques to precisely repair dents on vehicle bodies. This system allows for localized heating of the dented area, making the metal more pliable and facilitating more precise and efficient repairs. Compared to traditional methods, this new technology not only reduces repair time but also lowers costs. Industry experts point out that the introduction of this technology represents a […]
Aug 5th – According to the latest data from Volvo Cars, the company experienced a 6% year-on-year increase in global sales for July 2024, reaching 57,447 vehicles. This growth was primarily driven by the strong surge in electric vehicle sales in the European market. Notably, Volvo’s sales in Europe saw a remarkable 40% increase, largely due to the rising consumer demand for electric vehicles and the introduction of several new electric models in the region. However, Volvo’s performance in the U.S. and Chinese markets was less favorable. Sales in the U.S. decreased by 11% year-on-year, while sales in China plummeted by 31%. These declines may be attributed to changes in […]
The dates for the 2023 Kyushu Auto Eco Expo are March 3rd to 5th. This event was held at the Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center (Baoan New Venue) and showcased the latest developments and innovations in the entire automotive industry chain. The expo was not only huge in scale, but also brought together auto industry brands from home and abroad, demonstrating the charm of Asia’s largest auto eco-expo. In addition, the Kyushu Auto Eco Expo 2025 will also be held at the Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center from February 28 to March 3, 2025, where more innovative technologies and products will be showcased, and is expected to […]
Some truck makers, including Volvo Trucks and MAN, are redesigning their internal combustion engines to use low-emission hydrogen fuel instead of polluting diesel to meet the energy transition challenges they currently face, a move that could give new life to internal combustion engine technology, Reuters reports. Reuters notes that the global truck manufacturing industry is currently facing the challenge of achieving zero emissions. For long-distance freight transportation, batteries are too heavy and take a long time to recharge. The use of hydrogen fuel cells can reduce the weight of trucks and extend their range, but the cost of switching to this technology is […]
Reuters reports that on August 1, the Canadian labor union Unifor called on the Canadian federal government to impose tariffs on all Chinese-made electric vehicles, electric vehicle batteries and other parts, in line with some of the tariff measures already proposed by the United States. On July 2 of this year, Canada launched a 30-day public consultation period to discuss tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles after the United States and the European Union announced high tariffs on them. Currently, Canada is in the final stages of a review of state subsidies granted to Chinese automakers, and this public consultation period is expected to end […]