September 28, 2020
Into Its Products Within Five Six Years
FotonPMI.Dispelling notions that PEMSPL is a Chinese company, he said,
"As an enterprise, it is promoter funded, with no direct or indirect investments
from any Chinese company or in fact any overseas company.â€end-of electric
buses, electric vehicles, batteries.â€Although PEMSPL and Foton India had formed
a joint venture (JV), he said PEMSPL as a majority shareholder ensured a
completely Indian manufacturing unit to be established to manufacture new energy
commercial vehicles, with technology support from Foton.
Chinese, as we all
know, is the cheaper technology but a stable one as well.On battery, he said the
promoters of PEMSPL have set up a subsidiary that will invest into manufacturing
of lithium batteries for EVs."We will be coming up with a battery manufacturing
unit at Dharuhera.. We are starting small with an investment of Rs 10-15 crore.
In so far as technology is concerned, we are working on that front as well but
yes that will take some time.. I look at a horizon of five-six years and we
would be able to integrate our own technology.â€Garg also said PEMSPL complies
with the FAME-II scheme regulations in terms of local manufacturing of
components, for up to 50 per cent localisation, although critical components
like motor and batteries continue to be imported.. We chose to go with Foton
back in 2017 basis the fact we wanted to get products quicker, suitable for
India,†PEMSPL Director Aman Garg told PTI.
While admitting that the company
enjoys the "technological China
fat tire electric bike advantage riding with Fotonâ€, Garg said, "The scaling
up has to happen in India. PMI Electro had a technology tie-up with Foton under
which they gave us access to technology.He asserted that "everyone is dependent
on Chinese technology (for EV) because that is the only cheaper solution
available till nowâ€.Also, he said the buses that PEMSPL has supplied to state
transport units "have been manufactured by PMI Electro†not by the JV and "there
is no foreign investment involved in the manufacture of electric buses so far.
We don’t consider ourselves dependent on Foton because we want to localise the
manufacturing of the components.â€When asked if PEMSPL is working to develop its
technology to reduce dependency on the Chinese partner for future upgrades, he
said, "It has to be because there is no sustainable business (if there is
dependency).com)New Delhi: Electric bus maker PMI Electro Mobility Solutions Pvt
Ltd (PEMSPL), which has a technology partnership with China’s Beiqi Foton
Motors, is working to develop its own technology and integrate that into its
products within five-six years, according to a senior company official.India’s
nascent EV industry needs to import components and tech from China as it works
out cheaper, but some companies hope to become self reliant in the next five to
six years."When we went for technology selection, we had two options—either go
for the European technology or the Chinese technology.
We had already acquired
land in 2017 so we don’t count that as an investment now. Thus, no foreign
investments are made so far in investment of electric buses. That is what we are
sure of. The investment is not coming through PEMSPL but by its promoters,†Garg
added.The firm’s promoters are also investing around Rs 15 crore on a battery
assembling plant at Dharuhera in Haryana in order to localise more components
for its electric vehicles (EVs) in India and reduce dependency on Chinese
imports.PMI Electro Mobility Solutions is also starting a battery assembling plant
in Haryana to localise components.
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September 21, 2020
The Svelte Sloping Roofline
The grand tourer features a massive mesh grille that features upto 6,000 LED
bulbs! Its merged headlights ditch the traditional Bentley dual-headlamp setup
for a more streamlined arrangement. Interior highlights include five autonomous
driving modes, premium cabin inserts, personal assistant AI and more. Instead,
it is likely to serve as an inspiration for its future cars.
Despite its
aluminum and carbon-fibre bodywork, the grand tourer weighs a hefty 1,900kg.
However, the hood-mounted Flying B is retained in the grand tourer.Bentley may
not have disclosed the power figures for the EXP 100 GT yet but Bentley wants
everyone to know that the grand tourer39;s by four electric motors will develop
around 1,500 Nm of torque.At the rear, the EXP 100 GT shies away from Bentley’s
current ‘double-B’ taillight design for a slimmer, more complex style. The EXP
100 GT looks futuristic, sleek and stunning from every angle on the outside.The
interiors of the EXP 100 GT are luxurious and feature-packed, as Bentley car is
expected to be.(Source: ZigWheels.Will be powered by a quad electric motor
making 1,500Nm of torque, and will boast a range of up to 700km.8m long and 2.
Cabin inserts are made of a mix of leather, reclaimed wood with copper inlays,
wool, and aluminum to give the EXP 100 GT a ultra-luxurious feel.5 seconds,
slipping through the air onto a top speed of around 300kmph.com)end-ofTags:
bentley, bentley exp 100 gt, grand tourer, gt.Will be the inspiration for
Bentley’s vision for future mobility. Its power also comes with efficiency, with
a claimed driving range of up to 700km on a single charge. It controls five
distinct autonomous driving modes. Some of its exterior and interior styling
ideas could be used before the 2035 theoretical production date of the concept.
This mountain of torque should propel the mid drive electric bike
manufacturers EXP 100 GT from 0 to 100kmph in a mere 2.At the moment,
Bentley has no plans to bring in a production version of the EXP 100 GT.Bentley
EXP 100 GT will be powered by a quad electric motor making 1,500Nm of torque,
and will boast a range of up to 700km. Another highlight at the rear is the
svelte sloping roofline that extends into the rear windshield.Bentley celebrated
its 100th birthday in style by unveiling the EXP100 GT Concept. The Bentley EXP
100 GT measures in at 5. Aside from that, the EXP 100 GT gets silver and copper
inserts around the window surrounds, windshield, and sections of the ‘Active
Aero’ wheels.
"Enhance" draws input from the outside, "Cocoon" envelops driver
and passenger in purified air and opaque glass, "Re-Live" replays highlights of
past journeys, and "Customize" combines all four, but is interchangeable based
on passenger input.4m wide. Some highlights include Bentley39;s personal
assistant AI which can be controlled via an illuminated crystal on the centre
console.Exterior highlights include LED mesh grille, merged headlights,
silver-copper inserts and more. The battery-powered Bentley EXP 100 GT
concept car looks straight out of a sci-fi flick. The all-electric vehicle was
unveiled at Bentley’s headquarters in Crewe, and it showcases Bentley’s vision
for future mobility in the form of an ultra-posh all-electric grand tourer for
the year 2035.Unlikely to hit production anytime soon. Bentley claims the
battery pack (of unknown capacity) can be recharged up to 80 per cent in just 15
minutes through a fast-charger.
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August 11, 2020
We-Wanted-A-Sound
If that approaches you at 10 kilometers an hour you can also barely hear it, so
we wanted a sound which also oozes refinement for the electric car,†Hermann
said. It has to be futuristic,†he said, adding that SUVs will have a deeper
sound to reflect their bigger size. "We want the car to be as quiet as possible
from the wholesale
Electric folding bike interior, but there are rules for sound decibel levels
for the exterior,†said Jochen Hermann, head of electric drive development at
Mercedes-Benz. At higher speeds in sports mode, a more intense acoustic feedback
is needed to make customers experience the potential of the vehicle,â€
Pfadenhauer told the magazine. Mercedes-AMG, a performance brand which takes
pride in the loud exhaust notes from its eight and 12 cylinder combustion
engines, is taking an unorthodox approach to making its future electric cars
heard.VW’s electric cars will have speakers designed to draw the attention of
pedestrians, Welsch said, standing next to a lime- green electric dune buggy
being shown in Geneva."Sound is definitely something that will shape the car’s
identity,†Bahne said. Carmakers are dreaming up futuristic electric car engine
sounds to ensure that pedestrians can hear vehicles that lack audible cues like
high-revving, howling combustion engines, senior executives at the Geneva car
show said."Performance models need to have a more assertive sound, with more
bass. end-of bmw, mercedes-bMercedes-Benz, Audi, Mini, and VW prepare to launch
battery-driven vehicles. VW has already picked the sound for the Volkswagen ID
compact vehicle due to hit showrooms in 2020, but it is still tweaking tones for
derivatives like the dune buggy, he said. It gives you feedback about the
potency and capability of the car,†he said.
It has to be futuristic and it
cannot sound like anything we had in the past. It cannot be too intrusive or
annoying. "Take the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 12-cylinder model. As BMW,
Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Mini, and VW prepare to launch battery-driven vehicles,
carmakers are searching for a new way to market the potency of their
zero-emissions vehicles. AMG is working with the American rock band Linkin Park
to find a potent artificial sound for its electric cars, Mercedes-AMG CEO Tobias
Moers said. "We picked an acoustic signal for the EQC about a year ago and made
a choice between three different sounds,†he said, adding that the sound had to
be as refined as the Stuttgart-based carmaker's combustion vehicles. It cannot
be a high pitched din, like a sewing machine.For its new EQC model, German rival
Mercedes-Benz developed an artificial humming noise loud enough to warn
pedestrians that the vehicle is approaching, but not disturb its passengers.
VW’s electric cars will have speakers designed to draw the attention of
pedestrians. We cannot simply add the sound of a combustion engine,†Frank
Welsch, responsible for technical development at Volkswagen, told Reuters. It
has to be invented.The challenge is most acute for sports car manufacturers,
Michael Pfadenhauer, head of acoustics at Porsche, told the company’s in-house
Christophorus magazine.BMW Group is also working on the sound of a new electric
Mini, according to Esther Bahne, Vice President Strategy and Innovation at BMW’s
Mini."At low speeds and revs, it needs to enable comfortable driving."There is
no e-sound."The electric vehicle sound is its identity.
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July 28, 2020
Hyundai Mobility Vision Concept
If you like technology and its role in human lives, this concept vehicle is the
one you were perhaps looking for. One of those conditions is when the car is
being driven on single lane highways. The clever touches inside the car such as
its futuristic drive selector and under-carpet storage in the boot, it can teach
a few tricks to the fossil fuel-powered cars. Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is
an annually organised event where various companies showcase their new
technologies. Nissan LeafNissan was the first carmaker to bring an electric car
to the mass market.3. While autonomous cars may reduce crashes and accidents,
they also eliminate a crucial part of a car - its driver. There is also the
Ioniq foldable scooter from Hyundai from the event. Fast forward to 2017, the
company has revealed its first production vehicle, the FF91, and it boasts of an
ultra long range and it is very rapid as well.The FF91 is claimed to have two
motors at the rear. The Yui interface in the Concept-i alerts you when you are
not fully attentive on the road or if there is a potential hazard. Nowadays
autonomous cars have become the centre of attraction at CES and various
automakers have showcased their products related to self-driving cars. Instead
of side rear view mirrors, the FF91 uses cameras and merges their feed with a
rear camera to give a blind-spot free view of the rear. The name EQ stands for China
electric fat bicycle manufacturers,Electric Intelligence' and the vehicle
itself looks like a sporty SUV coupe (crossover).
They have been replaced by
touch sensitive surfaces. The one showcased at the 2017 CES is nothing like
those sold till now. Here are the top 5 car showcases of CES 2017.Hyundai says
the car provides a seamless transition from home to car.The Concept EQ has two
electric motors onboard and their output can be increased up to 300kW. After
all, as Hyundai puts it, "The Mobility Vision Concept suggests how the car would
shed the image of a conventional vehicle, integrating itself with the living
space when docked, before becoming a mobile living space when customers need to
move around. The showcased tech are either production-ready, like smartwatches,
or in various phases of development, like autonomous cars. Giving the world's
most popular car, in terms of sales, self-driving capabilities just shows the
faith Nissan has in this car. Just like the Hulk-bashing armour was modeled to
fit on the regular Iron Man armour, the Mobility Vision Concept will make us
rethink the way our houses are designed. It is expected to cost a lot too (a
six-figure price in dollars, anyone?)Why it matters - Until the Tesla Model S
and Model X came to the market, people did not hold electric cars in high
regard. It is going to have a bigger impact than ever because Nissan's partner
Renault will also be able to use this car to develop new zero-emissions
vehicles. Toyota Concept-iDo you think cars are capable of building a
relationship with you? If not, then this one is not for you. Its maker claims
the car will rocket from 0-100kmph in just 2. This is what technology was always
intended for and Toyota has reintroduced us to this truth.4 seconds. If it ever
goes into production, the Mobility Vision Concept may be the thing our houses
are modeled around."Why it matters - Until the Mobility Vision Concept came out,
could you envision your car to be a part of your home? Vehicles have acted as
mobile homes for long but never as a part of a fixed structure. This means you
will get a massage in the car when tired and will listen to your favourite music
during peak time traffic while sitting in this car. There is also a motor
mounted up front. If this is the first car from a new brand by Mercedes-Benz, we
can't wait to see what comes next. You may argue that this feat is not as
special today as it was few years ago, but it is a hatchback we are talking
about and a full electric one at that.Why it matters - With the Concept EQ,
Mercedes claims to have made no sacrifices in the areas of comfort, performance
and driving dynamics. At 2017 CES, the German carmaker has showcased the Concept
EQ electric car, which is the first car under the EQ brand. one for each wheel,
which have a total output of 1050 horses. The only way you can enter this car is
either via an app or if the car's facial-recognition software recognises your
face. Mercedes Concept EQTalk about announcing a new brand and Mercedes-Benz has
done exactly that. The interior utilises touch surfaces to activate
functions.com end-of Tags: consumer electronics show. It is like the time when
Iron Man got the armour to bash The Hulk in Avengers: Age of Ultron. Consumer
Electronics Show (CES) is an annually organised event where various companies
showcase their new technologies.1. It does not treat your car like an Internet
of Things tech but as a physical connection with your home. Stay tuned!Source:
Zigwheels.These are just five of the many great showcases from the 2017 CES. A
large screen acts as the instrument panel for the driver. We will be bringing to
you a round-up of all the cool vehicle tech from CES 2017 and more soon, only on
ZigWheels. There are no physical buttons inside the FF91, even for power windows
and seat controls. The concept is capable of autonomous driving but emphasises
more on assisting the driver. Other technologies featured on this car like
cameras in place of rear view mirrors and facial recognition to enable your
entry in the car are features that should find their way to cars powered by dino
juice soon. AGE CORRESPONDENT Published: Jan 10, 2017, 3:47 pm IST Updated: Jan
10, 2017, 3:48 pm IST At CES and various automakers have showcased their
products related to self-driving cars. With all the talk of technology, the
interior of the Concept EQ still feels special.The Leaf showcased at CES has
Nissan's ProPILOT technology on board. The Leaf was that car and it has sold
more than 2,50,000 units worldwide since launch. This example was brought about
also because of one more aspect. Formed in 2014, the company showcased the
FFZERO1 concept in 2016. If the FF91 is able to deliver anywhere close to 570km
range, it will alleviate the range anxiety issue associated with electric
vehicles. Faraday Future FF91Some time ago, a little known startup called
Faraday Future had announced its plans to reveal a 'Tesla fighter'.4. Well, it
isn't a Mercedes in name only. Also, if Mercedes has plans to build a supercar
after the AMG GT's run gets over (which they have hinted at), it co
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