Nikola Corporation, a leader in zero-emissions transportation, announced on February 19, 2025, that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware’s U.S. Bankruptcy Court. The company aims to conduct an auction and sale of its assets under Section 363…
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Isuzu Motors Limited announced plans to establish a new production facility in Greenville County, South Carolina, to enhance its North American operations. Set to begin operations in 2027, this facility aims to advance the electrification of commercial vehicles in the…
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Dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports ratified a six-year contract on Tuesday, avoiding a potential strike that threatened to disrupt the U.S. economy. This agreement, reached between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the U.S. Maritime Alliance, was approved…
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Teledyne FLIR Defense, a subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies, has been awarded a $15 million contract to supply Black Hornet 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems to the German Army. The agreement, facilitated by European Logistic Partners GmbH, spans two years and includes…
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On February 24, 2025, Mercedes-Benz commenced road tests of a groundbreaking lithium-metal solid-state battery, developed in collaboration with Factorial Energy. The tests mark the first deployment of this advanced battery technology in a vehicle, promising to revolutionize electric mobility with…
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Toyota Motor Corp. is poised to begin battery shipments from its newly expanded $14 billion facility in Liberty, North Carolina, starting April. The plant marks Toyota’s first U.S.-based in-house battery manufacturing site, aimed at supporting the production of hybrid, plug-in…
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The Italian Institute of Technology (IIT) has unveiled an enhanced version of its hydraulic quadruped robot, HyQReal, equipped with dual-arm telepresence capabilities. This advancement, revealed in February 2025, is designed to perform complex tasks in dangerous environments, safeguarding human operators…
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On January 28, 2025, Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 aircraft successfully completed its first supersonic flight in Mojave, California. This milestone marks the first time an independently developed jet has broken the sound barrier, setting the stage for the future of supersonic…
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K2 Space, a satellite manufacturing company based in Torrance, California, has announced a successful $110 million Series B funding round to enhance the mass production of its cutting-edge satellite platform. This funding, led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and Altimeter Capital,…
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Samsara launched its first Super Bowl commercial on February 9, 2025, showcasing its AI-driven dashcams designed to enhance road safety. The 30-second advertisement highlights real-life driving challenges and underscores the role of technology in protecting drivers. The commercial dramatizes common…
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