IONIQ 5 will be the first vehicle mated with Hyundai Motor Group s Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), an innovative system made exclusively for next-generation battery electric vehicles.The
Date Time
UK Export Finance appoints renewables specialist for north England
Based locally, Rachel Ashley will work directly with energy companies in the North of England to support them in securing finance for export contracts and connecting them to overseas renewable and clean tech projects through UK Export Finance’s (UKEF’s) growing network of international trade experts.
The North plays an important role in energy innovation in the UK, with the development of electric vehicles by Nissan in Sunderland, the H21 City Gate Project in Leeds, the Smart Grids Centre based in Newcastle and the Siemens offshore wind turbine factory in Hull.
General Motors is taking on the growing urban electric delivery market with electric delivery products backed up by software and services aimed at delivery and logistics fleet operators. As part of the initiative, a new purpose built electric delivery van will be generally available to market in 2022 in the US, but FedEx is slated to receive the first deliveries this year. related to Commercial vehicles, Electric drive, Megatrends, Vehicle manufacturers, General Motors,
Date Time
Summer safety advice from Building and Energy
Western Australia’s building and energy safety regulator is sharing top tips for a safe summer when using gas barbecues and camping appliances, pools, party lights, lithium-ion batteries, roof spaces and items attached to pillars.
Gas barbecues
“A barbecue is a great Australian tradition, but gas barbecues can be dangerous if they are not correctly used or maintained,” Building and Energy A/Executive Director Sandy Randall said.
“Unsafe barbecues can cause fires, injuries and damage to property, but simple checks can keep your barbecue working safely.”
Top 5 tips
Check that the gas cylinder and hose are in good condition and in date. The test date stamped on the gas cylinder should not have exceeded 10 years. Also ensure there is a rubber seal (an O-ring or bung) on the connector that attaches the hose and regulator to the cylinder (pictured below).