Volkswagen says EV orders are down 50% in Europe

  • October 26, 2023
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After releasing its results for the first nine months of the year, Volkswagen’s CFO said EV orders are down 50% in Europe. VW’s order intake fell short, attributed to a slowdown in the overall market. The Volkswagen Group announced Thursday that EV deliveries increased by 45% YOY, reaching 531,500 in the first nine months of […]

Volvo expects EV momentum to continue with three new electric models rolling out

  • October 26, 2023
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Despite recent warnings from other automakers, Volvo expects EV momentum to ramp up with three new electric models launching. Volvo Cars released its third-quarter earnings Thursday, showing vehicle sales, revenue, and profit growth. Volvo’s retail sales have increased for 13 straight quarters despite many key auto markets slowing down. The growth comes amid Volvo’s rapid […]

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New training tackles breast cancer ‘chemo-brain’

  • October 26, 2023
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A form of computerised attention and memory training can improve impaired attention and memory issues in women treated for breast cancer, researchers at the University of Reading have found. ‘Chemo-brain’ refers to cognitive problems like forgetfulness, difficulty concentrating and lapses in everyday attention, all common side effects of breast cancer treatments including chemotherapy. The findings, […]

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Schneider Electric appointed to NHS London Procurement Partnership’s Dynamic Purchasing System – Digital Health Technology News

  • October 26, 2023
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Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has been included in two lots of the NHS London Procurement Partnership (NHS LPP) Dynamic Purchasing System. NHS LPP is one of four national procurement hubs serving the health community in London and beyond. Owned collectively by its members, NHS LPP established […]

QuantumScape (QS) Q3 2023: prototype solid-state test cells exceed performance targets

  • October 26, 2023
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Following the close of Q3 2023, solid-state battery developer QuantumScape has updated the public to its progress the last three months, which includes some encouraging results. In addition to catching a peep at mockups of its production-intent QSE-5 cell design, QuantumScape’s prototype has done better than expected with one automotive OEM in particular. Are solid-state […]

Volvo to boost production of its small and speedy EX30 SUV due to high demand

  • October 26, 2023
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Volvo EX30 (Source: Volvo) Volvo Cars is going to expand production capacity for its electric EX30 SUV, as it’s anticipated to be one of its best-selling models. The EX30 is going to be built in Volvo’s Ghent plant in Belgium from 2025. That expands production capacity beyond its plant in Zhangjiakou, China, where production of […]

Hyundai stands by EV plans despite delays from Ford and GM

  • October 26, 2023
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After achieving a record Q3 profit, Hyundai says it’s standing by its upcoming EV plans. The move comes despite several prominent automakers, including Ford and GM, recently delaying electric vehicle goals. Hyundai Motor, including Kia and Genesis brands, announced Q3 earnings results Thursday, showing strong profit growth. The South Korean automaker posted a record Q3 […]