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Great initiative of Herbert Diess and The Mobility House. Knowing Herbert he will make this a success - and other OEMs, including ourselves Aiways, will switch on the bidirectional capability of their vehicles and join the club. Even being a representative from China I hope that the European OEMs will not lose the plot and join in force in this zerozero initiative - zero emission and zero cost (I like both aspects). See Herbert explain the concept.

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3 things experts in the automotive industry are considering?      This week we are connecting at SEE Automotive conference in Belgrade, Serbia.      Here are 3 points that stuck with me:     1: The European automotive industry will not back down from the competition    2: Future cars will serve more as entertainment systems while vehicles will get you (autonomously) from A to B.    3: Almost every vehicle function should be accessible via the phone app - nobody wants to go to the car to turn on the volume at a picnic ;)    Were you there? Let’s chat and maybe create a new friendship out of it.      Let me know in the comments or DM me.     --  👋 Keen on more quality control insights? Follow me for the latest. Connect or DM – I'm ready to discuss your challenges. #qualitycontrol #manufacturinginsights #trilobitvision #computervision #trilobitvision 

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Pressurized gas (liquefied) electrolyte is a new variant that joins the series of liquid electrolyte, solid electrolyte, semi-solid electrolyte.   It is supposed to be better for charging at low temperatures, safer and less costly. I'm excited and even if it doesn't catch on, it shows that things will remain exciting and new technologies are constantly emerging in the cell and battery market, which is good and confirms my confidence.   #cell #battery #electrolyte   https://lnkd.in/e-X_3chY

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58.4% energy from renewable sources in Q1 2024 in Germany. We are on the right track. The basis for cheap and independent energy and that is the best prerequisite for economic success for industrialized countries with few raw materials. Now more innovation and courage, then we need have no worries. #renewable #energy #growth https://lnkd.in/dAX3mFWG

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MAHLE helps kickstart the market for #secondhand #electricvehicles. One of the main barriers in buying used #EVs is uncertainty about the #battery #stateofhealth and subsequent value of the car. Our pioneering battery diagnostic system delivers independent, reliable reports - within 15 minutes, making it the fastest static battery diagnostic on the market - works regardless of make and model - can also be used as a DC charger - requires no prior knowledge thanks to the automated process. #futuremobility #pioneeringspirit #usedEVs

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I am pleased to announce I will be speaking at DKT 2024, organised by the German Rubber Society. My subject will be about: “Future mobility and the tire business: sustainability, connectivity and new business and leadership models”. Synopsis: As a consequence of lower entry-barriers to the tire industry, low cost manufactures have taken over 20 points of market share from the top four players in the last twenty years. While these “challengers” and “new comers to the industry” invest to expand its manufacturing capacity to capture more share, top tire players are shifting gears to create and capture value in a different battle-field: new tire concepts and sustainable mobility solutions. For them, the new source of competitive advantage in the tire business will come from surfing the wave over the three mega-factors that are shaping the future mobility. They are: - The human impact on the environment. - The simultaneous disruption of new technologies. - Significant changes in society and consumers behavior. As a result, the present and the future of the tire business is about: - Sustainability, through the entire value-chain. - Connectivity, to capture and transform data into business insights, also through the entire value-chain. - New Business models, defining new digital eco-systems that will create new value propositions for individuals and society. - New Leadership models, to re-define the purpose and vision of tire companies and to transform organizations to become more agile and tech oriented. When and where?

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The imperative will be the imposition by terminally dim politicians, in cancelling production of ICE cars. If politicians continue to blindly force these measures through, we the ordinary populations will increasingly escalate ugly protests and create even more economic instability. Frightening. In the recent past, Euro carmakers have had a short 'golden age' in which they have managed to stay in business on very low volumes of EV's at huge GP/unit with low capital investment and lean direct costs. But the Chinese influx will force them to look at pricing and cost again to bring transaction prices right down. For instance Tesla is diving into this predicament now, even with their strikingly 'clean sheet' approach to cost control and design. In the short term, in my view is that the very many Chinese EV importers will be over-competing with each other in pumping out cheap EV's and not achieving individual brand volume/profitability.

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𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐀𝐈 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐄𝐊𝐑𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭   We are excited to share that our CTO Jan Zawadzki has been featured in our shareholder's DEKRA 2023/2024 annual report on the topic of AI in automotive.   💬 "𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲." One of the primary challenges is making AI-based applications like personal assistants and driver assistance functions perform reliably, not just in demos but in real-world operations. The automotive industry must ensure that AI-based components function as safely as intended and provide proof of this.   Our solution helps ensure that AI components function as intended while meeting legal and compliance demands. Through comprehensive risk assessments and the development of targeted tests, we effectively mitigate risks, supporting overall system safety and enabling automotive clients to integrate AI systems more efficiently into their vehicles before and after the start of production.   🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐄𝐊𝐑𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: https://lnkd.in/e-RZRiN3   #AI #EUAIAct #AutomotiveInnovation #trustworthyAI #safeAI #trustinAI #AItesting #AIcertification #CertifAI

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We continue to consolidate our social media communication around #SCALAR. SCALAR @ ZF is the place for you to find interesting updates and information on #OrchestratingRoadTransport. This will soon also include news and updates from DIS (Groupe ZF). Make sure you follow the SCALAR @ ZF showcase page and hit the notification 🔔 on the top righthand corner. #Telematics #Innovation #DigitalSolutions #SCALAR #ZF #FleetManagement #NextGenFMS

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The FY writes, global carmakers are stepping up their investment in hybrid electric technologies as consumers’ growing wariness over fully EVs forces the industry to rapidly shift gear. This view is being expressed by growing numbers of auto execs. José Muñoz, global president of Hyundai Motor Company (현대자동차), says his company which is now considering manufacturing hybrids at its new $7.6bn plant in Georgia given more drivers are baulking over buying fully EVs. “If you asked me six months ago, definitely a year ago, I would have told you… fully electric,” said Muñoz. “A lot of things have happened between then and now. Electric is still the future. But now we are seeing a longer transition.” Consumers’ increasing hesitation comes just as carmakers face a growing threat from Chinese manufacturers rolling out cheaper EV—both in their domestic market and, increasingly, in Europe. “We see an increase of competition coming from China brands and other technology worlds,” Nissan Motor Corporation’s CEO Makoto Uchida said. To remain competitive in China, Peugeot says it needs to stay “agile” to avoid getting sucked into the country’s price war, said CEO Linda Jackson. “We’re holding on but the Chinese market is the biggest automotive market in the world so it’s very difficult for a global manufacturer not to be present.” The majority of the industry still believes that developing profitable fully electric cars is the most important long-term goal. For example, Toyota Motor Corporation, the biggest champion of traditional hybrids in recent years, said it plans to lift spending on new technologies by more than 40% after traditional hybrid sales drove the group’s profits to a record last year. Our Take 1: We honestly don’t get it. Someone needs to explain to us why 1.2 billion Chinese driving around in clearly inferior EVs is somehow the death knell for Western civilization. So what? Would the West be under even greater threat if they were riding around on Chinese-made (zero-emission) bicycles that use no energy at all? Our Take 2: Our bet is Western and other nations that run on ICE vehicles that travel 400+ miles on a single tank (with 5 minutes needed to refuel) will handily outproduce, outcompete and outmaneuver a country that runs on stripped-down EVs that go maybe 250 miles (and take 30 minutes to charge to 85%) on a good day. Are we wrong? Our Take 3: Holding all other things constant, another country is neither a competitive nor a security threat to the West just because its citizens drive EVs. How could it be? Are inferior forms of transportation now the secret sauce to global dominance? Let China do the forced-EV thing if it wants. The rest of us can choose for ourselves. Our Take 4: To reiterate, we'd place our bets on nations whose workforces and citizens get around as efficiently and productively as possible. And as far as we can tell, that's not in EVs... at any price. #evs #china #mobility 🚘🔌🇨🇳 👀

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Book Title: EV Charging Installation Guide Author: Dr. Maxwell Shimba Product Description: As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the need for accessible and reliable charging infrastructure grows. "EV Charging Installation Guide" by Dr. Maxwell Shimba offers a comprehensive overview of the entire installation process for EV charging stations, covering both residential and commercial applications. This essential guide provides detailed insights into: - **Understanding EV Charging:** Learn about the different types of chargers, including Level 1, Level 2, and DC Fast Chargers, and discover the latest in Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology. - **Site Assessment:** Conduct thorough site evaluations for both home and commercial installations, ensuring optimal location selection and electrical capacity. - **Electrical Requirements:** Follow best practices for wiring and circuitry, and implement crucial safety measures such as ground fault and surge protection. - **Installation Process:** Step-by-step instructions for mounting, connecting, and activating EV chargers in various settings. - **Regulatory Compliance:** Navigate the permitting and inspection processes, and ensure adherence to UL, CSA, NEC, and NFPA standards. - **Maintenance and Troubleshooting:** Establish routine maintenance schedules and troubleshoot common issues to ensure ongoing reliability. - **Future Trends in EV Charging:** Stay ahead with insights into wireless charging, smart charging solutions, and the integration of renewable energy sources. Whether you are an electrician, a business owner, or an EV enthusiast, Dr. Shimba’s guide will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to install EV charging stations safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all relevant regulations. Empower the growth of the electric vehicle infrastructure and support sustainable transportation with this indispensable resource. https://lnkd.in/eYg6hunm

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https://lnkd.in/eDFdJiNZ The American auto industry made tremendous investments and progress over the last 20 years. The US auto makers enjoyed huge market shares and profits in China until few years ago. However, that has changed. The US, European and Japanese automakers except Tesla are having tough times in China. The Chinese auto makers have learnt rapidly from joint ventures with the Western auto makers and developed their own cars to compete in the world markets. Progress made by Chinese automakers for the BEVs is remarkable. Many foreign automakers are expected to leave China because their sales are going down and can't make BEVs in China. Will the Western automakers learn quickly from the imminent disappointing sales in China and focus on producing competitive BEVs or depend on high import duty to carry on business as usual? #automakers #China #americanautomakers #BEVs

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How far are EU OEMs in EV pace? Five years ago I was engaged to lead EU projects for deployment of EV charging infrastructure in Slovenia and Croatia. Diving into e-mobility, I got tempted to try it. Sold my few years old diesel Mazda and bought the VW ID.4 first edition. In more than 3 years I had several challenges: cooling system didn’t work properly, looooong updates of the software (in some cases it took several days and few phases), warning signals that car doesn’t work properly etc. and each time I had to call, wait on an appointment and leave the EV at car dealership for few days to diagnoze the problem and then few weeks to fix the problem. Not to mention that not every car dealer is trained for complete diagnostics and had to drive the car between various VW dealers. Recently, I had the chance to follow Tesla way of dealing with customers. A friend ordered Tesla model 3 via web, paid 250 EUR for the order and 15 minutes later received a call from the local Tesla to lead him trought the next steps, and installation of the Tesla app. WELCOME TO TESLA FAMILY! The vehicle was already in the app and he could select the time and date of delivery. Had all videos in the app how to use the car and all the information about the ordered car. The delivery was few days later and very professional. He even got 20.000 km of free charging at Tesla supecharger. After few days of using the car he noticed that some sensors for charging not work properly and opened a ticked in the app. Next day local Tesla called him that the new parts have been ordered and he just has to choose a date and time in the app for the replacement that will last 50 min. Increadible! How far are EU OEMs? Years behind in software for EVs and twice more for the customer care. If EU kills the competion from China they will fall asleep in the last century of internal combustion engines and we as customers will still beg for their support and attention. PS: got inspired from the post below

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cylib secures €55M in Series A funding, the largest round ever raised by a European battery recycling company! Just two years after our initial investment, founders Lilian Schwich, Paul Sabarny, Gideon Schwich, and team secured the historic funding as part of a first-of-its-kind consortium of investors across deep tech, automotive, and industry. Led by the venture arm of Porsche AG, Porsche Ventures, and World Fund, Cylib — the only company on the market that offers clients a way to recover every component in lithium-ion batteries, EV or micro-mobility batteries with a recycling efficiency of > 90% — will use the funds to scale up operations at its already-secured industrial facility in Germany and grow its 60-person team. Rick (Jingchun) Hao, Partner with our Deep Tech investment team, says: "Cylib is accelerating the transition to zero carbon emissions by recycling the used lithium-ion batteries and making new battery materials with lower carbon emissions. We believe that Cylib has the potential to unlock the supply of critical battery materials in Europe. We're looking forward to continuing to support Cylib in its growth journey." Handelsblatt has more on Cylib’s future plans and the landmark Series A that included participation from Bosch Ventures, DTCF | DeepTech & Climate Fonds, NRW.BANK Ventures, Vsquared Ventures, 10x Founders, and leading business angels. Additional media coverage in the comments ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eVhEpEsb #batteryrecycling #deeptech #sustainability #startup

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🚘 📊As ever this release of data from ACEA, complete with interactive tables makes for an informed read for those of you interested in the performance of the EU passenger car market. #eu #acea #cars #registrations #autoindustry.

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Lithium-ion battery industry to reach volume of $400+ billion by 2030 https://lnkd.in/eDVi8Uft #management #Humanresources #careers #consulting #bestadvice #strategy #managementconsulting

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