Tag Archives: Vehicles

Uber is partnering with the self-driving car company, Cruise, to bring driverless rides through the popular e-hailing app. The 2 companies had announced their multi year partnership on Thursday 22 August, with plans to to launch some time next year.

Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber’s CEO shared, “As the largest mobility and delivery platform, we believe Uber can play an important role in helping to safely and reliably introduce autonomous technology to consumers and cities around the world. We’re thrilled to partner with Cruise and look forward to launching next year.”

This partnership speaks towards Uber’s long time journey looking at different self-driving vehicle companies, such as when they teamed up with Waymo and Aurora earlier this year. Now, with Cruise, Uber plans…

September 9, 2023, marked the celebration of World EV Day, a global event that brought together companies, policymakers, individuals, and environmental enthusiasts to rally behind a common mission: combating climate change by promoting cleaner air, reducing emissions, and fostering a more sustainable future. This day resonated with people from all walks of life, spanning from ordinary citizens to corporate giants and climate activists, shining a spotlight on the worldwide electric mobility movement.

Transport Sector’s Alarming Environmental Impact

According to the UN Environment Programme, the transport sector has emerged as the fastest-growing contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, poised to account for more than 30% of total emissions in the future. It also stands as a…

The UK government has proclaimed its commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050. This action plan has been met with mixed reactions from the nation: will it be the key to saving our environmental future, or is it just another overly ambitious plan doomed from the start?

Regardless of personal opinions, investment in green technology is at full speed ahead around the globe. Now, a new company launched by motor makers Renault and Geely which will be committed to the development of low-carbon technology is set to have its headquarters in the UK. 

The company will invest in low-emission petrol, diesel and hybrid engines. Not only will this meet the ever-increasing global demand for electric vehicles, but could it also help to prop up a government promise of a net zero…