ABB and Amazon Web Services to build EV fleet management platform
ABB and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced a collaboration to jointly develop a cloud-based digital solution for the real-time fleet management of EVs. The solution will help operators maintain business continuity as they switch to electric, will roll out in the second half of 2021. The new platform will offer a tailored user experience in a single-view platform.
Volvo partners with Aurora to the deployment of autonomous trucks
Volvo Autonomous Solutions has entered into a partnership with Aurora to jointly develop on-highway autonomous trucks. This agreement is a long-term partnership spanning several years. The initial focus is on hub-to-hub applications for customers in North America. Automation is aimed at creating tangible benefits for both customers and society in terms of productivity, safety, sustainability, and energy efficiency.
Xiaomi to invest $10bn in electric vehicle
Xiaomi announced that it is getting into the electric car business. It said that it will invest an estimated $10 billion over the next 10 years, starting with an initial investment of $1.5 billion.