British engineering company GKN said it was confident regarding the rest of 2014 after first-half profit at its car parts supply division helped offset a strong currency hit.
Mercedes-Benz unveils Vito with both front and rear-wheel drive options
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new Vito range, including the Vito panel van, the Vito Crew and the Vito Tourer family with three different lengths (4895mm, 5140mm, 5730mm), making it up to 140mm longer than its predecessor.
BMW introduces compact i DC Fast Chargers
| EL-51620 BMW i DC Fast Charger | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 400V–480V, 3 phase | |||||
| Input power | 24kW | |||||
| Input current/phase | 30A | |||||
| Rec. breaker | 40A | |||||
| Connector/Cable | SAE Combo 1 | |||||
| Mounting | Wall mount or optional pedestal. | |||||
| Weight | 125 lbs (57 kg) | |||||
| Cord length | 20 ft (6 meters) | |||||
| Dimensions | 31″ H x 19″ W x 12″ D (86 cm x 48 cm x 30 cm) |
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| Temperature rating | -40 °F to 185 °F | |||||
| Enclosure | Indoor/Outdoor rated, IP54 enclosure | |||||
| Price | $6,548 | |||||
BMW of North America launched its BMW i DC Fast Chargers, which can charge the BMW i3 all-electric vehicle’s battery up to 80% in 30 minutes, at the Plug-In 2014 conference.
Panasonic, Tesla reach agreement on U.S. battery plant
by Rohit T. K. in Bangalore
Panasonic Corp has reached a basic agreement with Tesla Motors Inc to initially supply the electric car maker’s proposed lithium-ion battery plant with machinery to make battery cells, the Nikkei said.
2015 Polaris Slingshot three-wheeler unveiled
Three-wheelers are fun! The latest company to join the three-wheeler party is Polaris with its Slingshot, featuring an aggressive front that looks very similar to the extreme KTM X-Bow.
