In this month’s PowerTALK News, read about battery development, Volvo’s plans to launch hydrogen powered trucks, a report on global e-bike production, a forecast on 2024 Light Plant production, Yanmar’s acquisition of Claas India, a combine harvester, to expand its India market, and Malaysia’s expanding auto sales.

In This Issue

Alternative Power Report:

  • Fast Charging Gets Faster in LFP Batteries
  • Revolutionary Battery Made from Stone Could Transform Electric Cars
  • Is New Silicon EV Battery From CalTech Spinoff The Best Thing Ever?
  • China’s Restrictions on Antimony Could Force Shortfall

Global:

  • Volvo To Launch Hydrogen Powered Trucks
  • E-Bike Market Hits US$38.2 Billion

DataPoint: 2024 North America Light Plant Production
Europe: Electric Boats Popular at Cannes Yachting Festival
Brazil/South America:

  • Columbia Resumes Taxing Vehicles Imported from Brazil
  • Tata Negotiates for Production Plant in Brazil

Japan: Yanmar Acquires CLASS india, a Combine Manufacturer
South Korea: Hyundai Motor To Double Number of Hybrid Models
Malaysia: Jan-Jun 2024 Car Sales Gain Ground
China: Yuchai, Kim Long Motor Vietnam Sign Agreement
India: Rural Recovery Drives Surge in Auto Demand