CFOtech Asia - Technology news for CFOs & financial decision-makers
Asia

Electric vehicles (EVs) Stories - Page 7

Global Stories

Electric vehicles (EVs) stories

Polestar 5 to join Gran Turismo 7 with ultra-realistic driving
Gaming

Polestar 5 to join Gran Turismo 7 with ultra-realistic driving

The Polestar 5 joins Gran Turismo 7 via a free December 2025 update, offering ultra-realistic driving from a unique Polestar-Polyphony collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services
Smart Cities

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services

Australian IoT firm NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot to enhance smart grid monitoring across global electricity networks using AI and LoRaWAN technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025
HERE & Amap join forces on global AI navigation for SDVs
Cartech

HERE & Amap join forces on global AI navigation for SDVs

HERE Technologies and Amap have partnered to develop AI-driven navigation for software-defined vehicles, supporting Chinese carmakers expanding globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
Quantum security to become top priority for Asia Pacific firms
Robotics

Quantum security to become top priority for Asia Pacific firms

Over 90% of Asia Pacific firms will prioritise quantum security by 2026, driven by rising cyber threats and government-backed initiatives, says Forrester.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Oct 2025
Asia Pacific firms to prioritise post-quantum security by 2026
Digital Transformation

Asia Pacific firms to prioritise post-quantum security by 2026

Over 90% of Asia Pacific firms will focus on post-quantum security by 2026, driven by rising cyber threats and regional government initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Solera & Digidentity launch streamlined MVIS compliance tool
Cartech

Solera & Digidentity launch streamlined MVIS compliance tool

Solera Autodata and Digidentity will launch an MVIS-compliant tool in Nov 2025 to simplify access to hybrid and EV data for Aussie independent workshops.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
OpenADR Alliance sees record global growth as energy evolves
Internet of Things

OpenADR Alliance sees record global growth as energy evolves

The OpenADR Alliance reports record growth with nearly 60 new members as global energy sector adopts open standards for managing distributed resources.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
Understanding the US manufacturing slowdown
Cartech

Understanding the US manufacturing slowdown

The US manufacturing slowdown reflects structural shifts and post-boom normalisation, with rising AI investment reshaping the sector amid tariff pressures.

By Rohit Garewal • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Electric vehicles (EVs) stories

Karmo expands debt facility to AUD $150m as revenue soars 35%
Customer Experience

Karmo expands debt facility to AUD $150m as revenue soars 35%

Karmo boosts its debt facility to AUD $150m as revenue jumps 35%, aiming to add 5,000 vehicles to its already largest Australian car subscription fleet.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Lime launches new LimeBike & pricing in Sydney after milestone
Cartech

Lime launches new LimeBike & pricing in Sydney after milestone

Lime launches its next-generation LimeBike in Sydney with new pricing and safety features, marking the Southern Hemisphere debut amid one billion global rides.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost smart grid monitoring globally
Smart Cities

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost smart grid monitoring globally

NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot, enhancing its global IoT platform to boost smart grid monitoring for utilities amid rising digitalisation demands.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Cody Simpson named ambassador for Zeekr 7X all-electric SUV
Cartech

Cody Simpson named ambassador for Zeekr 7X all-electric SUV

Australian singer and environmental advocate Cody Simpson has been named ambassador for the Zeekr 7X all-electric luxury SUV in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025
Willow Place unveils Corby's first ultra-rapid EV charging hub
Cartech

Willow Place unveils Corby's first ultra-rapid EV charging hub

Willow Place Shopping Centre in Corby has launched its first ultra-rapid EV charging hub with six Kempower chargers, backed by GBP £900,000 investment.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025
Farizon SuperVan debuts as NordEast appoints Kevin Richards
Cartech

Farizon SuperVan debuts as NordEast appoints Kevin Richards

NordEast appoints Kevin Richards as Farizon Brand Manager to launch the electric SuperVan, aiming to boost New Zealand's commercial fleet electrification by 2028.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Nov 2025
Be.EV slashes ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh nationwide
Cartech

Be.EV slashes ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh nationwide

Be.EV cuts ultra-rapid EV charging to 39p/kWh, offering cheaper public charging for drivers lacking off-street parking across the UK.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Siemens unveils SICHARGE FLEX system for rapid fleet EV charging
Cartech

Siemens unveils SICHARGE FLEX system for rapid fleet EV charging

Siemens launches SICHARGE FLEX, a modular EV charging system delivering 480 kW to 1.68 MW, designed for rapid fleet charging and scalable deployment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Alberta's high-speed TransPod secures materials partner
Cartech

Alberta's high-speed TransPod secures materials partner

Alberta's TransPod high-speed rail project, backed by Algoma and Supreme Steel, aims to create 140,000 jobs and boost the economy by CAD $19.2bn.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 4th Oct 2025
Blue Connections IT attains third year of carbon neutrality
Cartech

Blue Connections IT attains third year of carbon neutrality

Blue Connections IT has secured carbon neutral certification for the third consecutive year for its FY24 operations, offsetting 1,040 tonnes of CO2e emissions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025