Jaguar Land Rover Extends Production Halt After Cyberattack Jaguar Land Rover, a renowned name in the automotive industry, recently faced a significant setback due to a cyberattack. The company was forced to halt its production as a precautionary measure to assess and mitigate the impact of the breach. This incident sheds light on the increasing […]
How engineers turned a 1990 space-time idea into today’s fluid dynamics revolution
How Engineers Turned a 1990 Space-Time Idea into Today’s Fluid Dynamics Revolution Researchers at Rice University and Waseda University have advanced the field of computational fluid dynamics to new heights by building upon a groundbreaking concept from the 1990s. This innovative approach has revolutionized the way engineers understand and manipulate fluid flow, leading to significant […]
EV batteries get energy ‘medicines’: US ‘prescribes’ chemicals for long-lasting power
EV Batteries Get Energy ‘Medicines’: US ‘Prescribes’ Chemicals for Long-Lasting Power Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have used a machine learning model to identify new chemical compounds that could potentially revolutionize the longevity and efficiency of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This groundbreaking research aims to address one of the most significant challenges facing the widespread […]
Honda teams up with US startup on self-driving tech
Honda Teams Up with US Startup on Self-Driving Technology Honda, the renowned Japanese automaker, is making bold moves in the realm of self-driving technology by partnering with a US startup to bring innovative solutions to the market. This collaboration aims to introduce partial automation capabilities for vehicles on roads and highways, leveraging cutting-edge AI-based software […]
Consumer Resilience to Be Tested as Tariff-Fuelled Price Increases Brew
Consumer Resilience to Be Tested as Tariff-Fuelled Price Increases Brew US retailers remain bullish on the resilience of US consumers, a sentiment that could soon be put to the test as tariff-fuelled price hikes increasingly show up on shelves. In the ever-competitive retail landscape, consumer resilience has been a key factor that has buoyed many […]
Start-up to boost car parts production in China with 100 factory robots
Revolutionizing Automotive Manufacturing: Chinese Start-up AgiBot to Boost Car Parts Production with 100 Factory Robots Chinese robotics start-up AgiBot has secured a major deal with an automotive parts manufacturer to revolutionize the production process in China. By introducing 100 state-of-the-art robots into the factory floor, AgiBot aims to streamline operations, increase efficiency, and set new […]
New self-healing plastic outperforms steel in strength tests
New Self-Healing Plastic Outperforms Steel in Strength Tests Scientists in the US have designed a carbon-fiber plastic composite that not only heals itself but also surpasses steel in strength tests. This groundbreaking innovation is set to revolutionize industries that rely on durable materials, offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional steel components. The self-healing […]
New research by US engineers improves strength prediction in 3D printing
New Research by US Engineers Improves Strength Prediction in 3D Printing Additive manufacturing (AM) offers several benefits over traditional methods as it can produce durable parts with complex geometries at a faster rate and lower cost. However, one of the challenges in 3D printing has been accurately predicting the strength of the printed parts. This […]
Samsung strikes $16.5B semiconductor deal with Tesla
Samsung Strikes $16.5B Semiconductor Deal with Tesla Samsung has recently made headlines in the tech industry with its groundbreaking $16.5 billion semiconductor deal with Tesla. This monumental agreement entails Samsung securing a decade-long contract to manufacture cutting-edge semiconductors for the electric vehicle giant, Tesla. The deal not only signifies a significant financial win for Samsung […]
China’s new hybrid EV with CATL battery offers 621-mile range, reaches 0-100 in 3.1 secs
China’s Geely Unveils Zeekr 9X: A Game-Changer in the Electric Vehicle Market China’s Hangzhou-based automobile manufacturer Geely has unveiled core features of its flagship Zeekr 9X plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), setting a new benchmark in the electric vehicle market. The Zeekr 9X is equipped with a cutting-edge CATL battery that offers an impressive 621-mile […]