President Tinubu, in response to the inauguration of a $200 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa State, expressed his government’s ambition to position Nigeria as the manufacturing hub for solar panels and electric vehicle (EV)…
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NADDC Visits Dangote Sinotruk, Majority of Nigerian Cars Damaged, Lights Stolen, LAMATA Partners with LASWA
The National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) recently led a delegation, including key stakeholders, on a courtesy visit to Dangote Sinotruk West Africa Limited. This visit aimed to strengthen ties and explore opportunities within…
Amazon’s Zoox Robotaxi Under Investigation by NHTSA After Crashes
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Monday that it’s looking into Amazon.com’s self-driving Zoox vehicles after two crashes happened where the cars unexpectedly stopped, causing two motorcyclists to get injured. These…
Ferrari’s Shwartzman Shines in Berlin FE Rookie Test
In Germany, at the Tempelhof Airport circuit, the DS Penske driver did something impressive. He finished a lap in just 1 minute and 1.937 seconds. This was the only lap under 1 minute and 2…
Indy 500 Seat Secured by Ilott with Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team
The British racer, Ilott, lost his full-time racing seat with Juncos Hollinger Racing at the end of last season, even though he did very well during his time with the team. But he got a…
Newgarden Competing for $440K Prize at Indy 500
BorgWarner, the company that sponsors the trophy for the Indy 500, has been increasing the prize money by $20,000 each year since 1995. This means that any driver who wins the race two years in…
Japan’s Costly Ferrari Crash: Lessons in High-Speed Driving
In December 2011, an expressway in Japan witnessed one of the most expensive car crashes in history, involving eight Ferraris, a Lamborghini, and three Mercedes-Benzes. Occurring on a rainy Sunday, the convoy of ultra-expensive sports…
US Military Embraces Drones with Replicator Initiative
Inspired by the impactful use of drones in Ukraine, the U.S. military has initiated the Replicator initiative, aiming to deploy thousands of autonomous systems to counter adversaries’ military advancements. This short-term plan focuses on fielding…
Tesla Supercharger Layoffs Prompt Industry Shift
Tesla’s decision to terminate its Supercharger team, led by Rebecca Tinucci, sparked industry-wide shock and prompted energy companies to seize the opportunity to acquire Supercharger sites and hire former employees. The layoffs, initiated by Elon…
Tesla Reverses Decision, Recalling Dismissed Supercharger Team Members
Tesla’s abrupt dismissal of its global Supercharger team less than a month ago has taken a surprising turn, with reports indicating that the electric vehicle (EV) giant is now recalling some of the laid-off staff,…
US Government Considers Quadrupling Tariffs On Chinese EVs
Amidst ongoing trade tensions, reports suggest that the US Government is contemplating a substantial increase in tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs). The Wall Street Journal indicates that this week, the Biden administration may announce…
Hospital’s Controversial Decision: EVs Barred from Parking Amid Fire Safety Concerns
In a concerning turn of events, a UK electric vehicle (EV) owner, Paul Freeman-Powell, found himself denied access to a hospital carpark while accompanying his son to a medical appointment at Alder Hey Hospital in…
Milestone Victory: Porsche Triumphs In IMSA With 600th Win
In a heart-pounding spectacle at the Laguna Seca Raceway, the Porsche 963, piloted by Nick Tandy and Mathieu Jaminet, clinched a thrilling victory, marking a significant milestone for Porsche in the IMSA series. This triumph…
Honda Focuses on Advancing Hybrid Technology with Increased R&D Budget
Honda Motor Co. announced on Friday that it would spend more money on research and development this year to improve its hybrid and electric vehicles. They want to make better cars and compete with other…
Supreme Court: Seized Car Cases Don’t Need Quick Resolutions
The highest court in the United States, the Supreme Court, made a decision about seized property. This happened because of a case involving two cars taken by the police in Alabama. Even though the owners…
Sharp Rise in Car Gun Thefts Seen in Last 10 Years
Over the last ten years, the number of guns stolen from cars in the United States has gone up three times, making them the biggest source of stolen guns in the country. This information comes…
Jake Dennis Secures Pole Position at Berlin E-Prix After Impressive Comeback
Jake Dennis and his Andretti team had a big improvement from yesterday. Yesterday, they started at the back of the grid and couldn’t finish the race. Dennis was very fast in the first part of…
Porsche Triumphs as Da Costa Clinches Victory in Berlin E-Prix
In Germany, da Costa won his second race this season, but his victory in Misano was canceled because of a rule problem. He led most of the race. Cassidy, who won the first race at…
Wehrlein Criticizes Contact with Dennis in Berlin Formula E Race
In the latest race at Tempelhof Airport circuit, Porsche driver Wehrlein ended up in fourth place, just ahead of Dennis. They both fought hard throughout the 41 laps. Wehrlein wasn’t happy with Dennis’ actions during…
Will Power’s Success at Indy GP Sparks Hope for Future Victory
In the race, Power started in third place. He pushed hard to take the lead, especially during the restart on lap 68 out of 85. But the decisive moment came when he couldn’t quite pass…
Porsche Wins Over Cadillac with Tandy’s Last-Minute Pass in IMSA Laguna Seca
Nick Tandy, driving the Porsche Penske Motorsport 963, clinched a dramatic victory by overtaking Cadillac’s Jack Aitken in the final twelve minutes of the 2-hour and 40-minute race. This win marked a significant milestone as…
Challenges And Triumph: Ferrari’s Performance At The 6 Hours Of Spa
The 6 Hours of Spa, a significant event in the FIA WEC Calendar, witnessed a commendable performance from Ferrari – AF Corse team’s 499Ps, securing third and fourth positions. The race encountered a red flag…
Pirelli Preserving Heritage With New P Zero Corsa System For Ferrari Classics
Pirelli and Ferrari, partners for over 70 years, unite to preserve timeless classics with safety and efficiency. The new P Zero Corsa System for the Ferrari Enzo, which caters to both vintage and modern models,…
Daimler Trucks Going Green: Electric Delivery Trucks Hit the Road
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), based in Portland, Oregon, is expanding its use of electric trucks to transport components to its manufacturing plants and parts distribution centers (PDCs) across North America. These locations include North…
Ship Gets Charged Up: China Launches Monster Battery-Powered Freighter
Shipping is a dirty business, but China is making waves with a new electric ship. The China Ocean Shipping Group (Cosco) developed the Greenwater 01, an all-electric container ship that runs on a massive battery.…