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The blows stalling the EV industry appear to be coming thick and fast at present - Apple has reportedly cancelled its plans to build electric vehicles a decade after the iPhone maker was rumoured to be working on the project . According to Bloomberg News , the company has never publicly acknowledged the project , which involves around two thousand people .
The Japanese ALI Technologies Hoverbike start-up that IDN had reported on last year has filed bankruptcy . The company had hoped to " reimagine urban transport " with a futuristic single occupant machine that could fly for around 40 minutes at up to 100 km / h ( 62 mph ) on a single charge . The bike had gone on sale in 2021 at around $ 680,000 , having been acquired by U . S . investor Pono Capital and listed on the NASDAQ index in New York . However , nearly all of the investors withdrew their backing after the listing . A partnership with another U . S . firm at the end of 2023 saw operations in Japan cease amid hopes of being able to enter the U . S . market at a price point of around $ 200,000 . The business had hoped that a move to California would make it easier to achieve certification and overcome regulatory hurdles than had proven to be the case in Japan . However , in a February filing , U . S . parent company Aerwins Technologies said it had discontinued non-core operations .
Omnia Racing - 2024 brand additions
Naples based international distributor Omnia Racing has added four new brands to its range for 2024 - Tappezzeria Italia , SP Electronics , Isotta and CNC Racing . Described as bringing " a touch of comfort and style ", Tappezzeria Italia seats are " custom designed to enhance the riding experience . Designed and manufactured in Italy , its handcrafted seats are made from the finest materials , ensuring durability and style . " With a focus on ergonomics , the construction of Tappezzeria Italia ' s products offers an unparallelled level of comfort for riders on long journeys ". " Revolutionising riding with its advanced technology ", the range of high-performance electronic components from SP Electronics ranges from quick shifters to advanced traction control systems . " Its products are designed to improve the performance , safety and the enjoyment of riding . SP Electronics ' dedication to innovation makes them a perfect fit for Omnia Racing ' s catalogue ". Also seen here , Isotta windshields and accessories " stand out for their design and craftsmanship . Each product is a blend of protection , functionality and aesthetics , crafted to meet the highest standards of quality and design . " Isotta ' s accessories not only enhance the rider ' s comfort , but also add a touch of elegance to the motorcycle , making them a favourite among discerning riders ". The CNC Racing range of precisionengineered performance components " push the boundaries of performance and design . From levers and mirrors to engine covers and more , CNC Racing crafts its products using the latest manufacturing technologies and highest quality materials . " CNC Racing ' s commitment to excellence and innovation makes its addition to the Omnia Racing catalogue especially exciting for riders looking to customise their motorcycles with high- strength , lightweight advanced design parts and accessories that have been optimised for performance ". www . omniaracing . net
SBS obtains ISO 50001 Energy Management certification
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Brembo ' s FY 2023 revenues grew to € 3,849.2m (+ 6.1 %); EBITDA € 665.8m (+ 6.5 %); net profit + 4.2 % at € 305m . Executive Chairman Matteo Tiraboschi : " Brembo closed 2023 confirming the company ' s uptrend , with improving margins and , for the first time , net profit at over € 300m . These are the highest results ever in Brembo ' s history . Investments amounted to an unprecedented level of over € 430m . We have entered the new year announcing the opening of our first production site in Thailand , aimed at seizing growth opportunities in the Southeast Asia region ."
GM and Honda have begun commercial scale mass production at the automotive industry ' s first new hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturing joint venture ' s ( Fuel Cell System Manufacturing LLC / FCSM ) facility in Michigan , USA . The new co-developed fuel cell system " increases performance and doubles durability while significantly reducing manufacturing cost ". A 50 / 50 JV enterprise , the 70,000 sq ft facility has already created 80 jobs since it was first established in Michigan in January 2017 .
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SBS Friction has marked another stage on its path towards becoming the first fossil-free production factory in the motorcycle industry . Granted the prestigious ISO 50001 Certification for Energy Management after a comprehensive audit of the company ’ s energy management system was able to confirm that all aspects of the company ’ s operations comply with the standard ' s best practices . " This achievement is a |
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significant sign that SBS is turning energy into inspiration and becoming a solutions provider ," said SBS Technical Manager Jan Reinholdt Mohrdrieck . " Following a progressive sustainability plan , we aim to be at the forefront of innovation when it comes to optimising the way we work , the products we offer and the impact we make ." SBS says its energy management system comprises several energy-efficient
initiatives , including the installation of a new cooling system that can reuse the excess heat from the production ovens to heat the building , and the transition from gas to electricity utility usage in production . " The ISO 50001 Energy Management certification will be compatible and harmonised with our ISO14001 and ISO 9001 certifications , benefitting the workflows we have throughout our facility . This also backs up our industry-first introduction of the SBS ' Better Brakes ' transition . " This has given us an improved ability to monitor and manage our energy consumption , not only for the environmental benefit it delivers , but also for the benefit of the company ’ s operational cost structure ".
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