Author: Sophia Wang
Sophia Wang is a journalist for AutoTalk and is a newcomer to automotive journalism. She is a graduate of English and Media, Film & Television from the University of Auckland. She lives in Takapuna, North Shore with four flatmates and only one carpark. When she isn’t writing exciting automotive stories, she’s probably at the gym, telling everyone she’s going to the gym, watching reality TV, or catching up with friends.
System solutions and automotive and truck aftermarket services provider Dayco has strengthened its relationship with the Politecnico di Torino to develop hybrid electric systems for vehicle manufacturers. This hybrid electric vehicle research partnership’s objective is to research hybridisation systems and develop the technology innovations supporting vehicle manufacturers as …
Skoda has announced the name of its first electric SUV, Skoda Enyaq. The characteristic ‘Q’ of Skoda’s SUV family is added to the Irish name ‘Enya,’ meaning source of life. The Czech car manufacturer is taking a plunge into the new era of electromobility, which the ‘source of …
The Superbowl, the biggest NFL event of the year, promoted electric vehicles and sustainability in its commercials this year. Game of Thrones star and football fan Maisie Williams is in Audi’s latest commercial about the e-tron, and Porsche gave viewers a feature of the new Taycan, its electric …
Amazon has ordered 100,000 fully-electric delivery vehicles, the largest order ever, as part of a new sustainability commitment. The Climate Pledge, a commitment to meet the Paris Agreement 10 years early, commits to net zero carbon by 2040 and 100% renewable energy by 2030. Amazon invested $440 million …
Tritium has appointed electric vehicle sector veteran Mike Calise as the new president of the Americas. The electric vehicle charging leader is set to push EVs into the mainstream and is taking the next step in this growth phase by appointing Calise. “As we continue our expansion in …
The Mercedes-Benz EQC is Wheels Car of the Year 2020 at the Australian Motoring Awards in Melbourne. It is the first pure-electric series production vehicle from Mercedes-Benz. Its quality, safety, technology and refinement are what the automotive judges deemed impressive, along with its resolved electric drivetrain. This is …
Wellington’s CentrePort is the first New Zealand port to go 100% electric with its container transfer vehicles. French company Gaussin will supply seven electric tractor vehicles and accompanying trailers, expected to begin by July. Logistics general manager Mark Thompson says sustainability is a key principle of CentrePort’s regeneration …
An electric start-up company is partnering with Ford to build its first fully electric vehicle. Ford’s Lincoln luxury division, Lincoln Motor Company, with Rivian Automotive will build a battery-powered model, the body type of the vehicle to be revealed. Lincoln’s first fully electric vehicle will join the Aviator …
Kia Motors Corporation and Hyundai Motor Company will be investing €100 million (AUD $160 million) in a new partnership with UK-based electric vehicle start-up Arrival. Through the partnership, Hyundai and Kia plan to introduce competitively priced small and medium-sized electric vans and other products for logistic, on-demand ride-hailing …
Kia Motors Corporation and Hyundai Motor Company will be investing €100 million (AUD $160 million) in a new partnership with UK-based electric vehicle start-up Arrival. Through the partnership, Hyundai and Kia plan to introduce competitively priced small and medium-sized electric vans and other products for logistic, on-demand ride-hailing …
