The release of the Polestar 3 SUV has been delayed until early 2024 due to software setbacks. Initially expected to debut later this year, the delay is attributed to Volvo-developed software issues. Image Source: Courtesy of Polestar Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar, has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a minimum of 60,000 EVs in 2023, …
Introducing an innovative and cutting-edge “personal air vehicle” (PAV) that is set to revolutionize the aviation industry. Thanks to a clever loophole in Federal Aviation Administration policy, everyday individuals can now experience the thrill of flight without the need for a pilot’s license. Developed by aviation company Rotor X, this futuristic PAV, known as Dragon, …
At Redwood Materials, the recycling startup for batteries and e-waste founded by former Tesla CTO JB Straubel, a groundbreaking announcement was made. The company has successfully closed a $1 billion funding round to expand its operations in the United States. This significant investment will enable Redwood Materials to further its mission of taking spent electric …
The United Kingdom’s air traffic control systems have caused significant disruptions to thousands of flights on one of the busiest travel days of the year. An image from Carl Court | Getty Images News | Getty Images. LONDON — A technical glitch, which has led to the disruption of hundreds of flights in the U.K., …
Volvo Group, a global company operating in the challenging sector of truck, bus, and construction and marine equipment manufacturing, aims to decarbonize its operations and achieve net zero emissions by 2040. Karin Svensson, the chief sustainability officer of the company, leads this effort. In an interview, Svensson discusses the electrification of transport, the complexities of …
Picture this: a Virgin Atlantic Airways Airbus A350-1000 aircraft gracefully taxis in front of the air traffic control tower at London Heathrow airport in the U.K. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images The U.K.’s air traffic control provider faced a technical glitch on Monday, causing disruptions to flights across the country. “We are currently encountering …
Members of the United Auto Workers union recently organized a rally and picket near a Stellantis plant in Detroit on August 23, 2023. This is just one example of workers across various industries taking a strong stance and demanding higher pay and improved quality of life. The COVID-19 pandemic, along with increased company profits, inflation, …
A person with an umbrella walks by a Boeing 737 Max fuselage parked outside the company’s production facility in Renton, Washington, January 10, 2020. Lindsey Wasson | Reuters Boeing has announced a new manufacturing flaw on its 737 Max aircraft, which will cause delays in deliveries. This setback comes as Boeing strives to increase their …
General Motors made a significant announcement on March 4, 2020, unveiling its new modular platform and battery system called Ultium at its Tech Center campus in Warren, Michigan. The event was captured in a photo by Steve Fecht for General Motors. In a positive development, General Motors’ Ultium Cells has agreed to raise worker pay …
Amid ongoing contract negotiations, United Auto Workers (UAW) members have granted union leaders the authority to call strikes against General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis if necessary. The union revealed that an average of 97% of its members at the automakers have approved the action, a level of support similar to the previous negotiations four …