Tesla’s Musk hints of battery capacity jump ahead of industry event

Tesla’s Musk hints of battery capacity jump ahead of industry event

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SEOUL (Reuters) – Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) CEO Elon Musk has suggested the U.S. electric carmaker may be able to mass produce batteries with 50% more energy density in three to four years, which could even enable electric airplanes.

His comments came as speculation is growing about announcements at Tesla’s anticipated “Battery Day” event where it is expected to reveal how it has improved its battery performance.

“400 Wh/kg *with* high cycle life, produced in volume (not just a lab) is not far. Probably 3 to 4 years,” Musk tweeted on Monday in response to a Twitter thread by Sam Korus, an analyst at ARK Investment Management LLC, about why Musk keeps hinting at a Tesla electric plane.

Researchers have said the energy density of Panasonic’s (6752.T) “2170” batteries used in Tesla’s Model 3 is around 260 Wh/kg, meaning a 50% jump from the current energy density which is key to achieving a longer driving range.

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Teachers’ Day Special  “What I learnt from My Gurus” 

Teachers’ Day Special  “What I learnt from My Gurus” 

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Top Industry Gurus in the House.
Can you Miss it ?

We had started this Program Series WAF Gurus Live! during the Lockdown to empower and motivate the Industry folks round the world. It has already crossed 1 Million Views!

 Teachers’ Day Special : An Ode to our Gurus & Teachers by the Top Industry Gurus. World Premiere on #WAFTV, 10 AM, Sat, 5 Sept, 2020  https://worldautoforum.com/waf-tv/

Top Automotive & Mobility Gurus shall power to pay their ode to their Gurus! 
It shall go a long way in inspiring and awakening a whole New Generation, especially during these times, when we need to be there for each other the most. It’s the Time for Physical Distancing and being Socially closer than ever before!

China’s EV maker Nio launches battery leasing service

China’s EV maker Nio launches battery leasing service

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BEIJING/SHANGHAI (Reuters) – Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker Nio Inc has launched a battery leasing service that will allow drivers to buy an EV without owning the battery pack – one of the most expensive EV components – thereby lowering the starting price of its cars.

The service, called “battery as a service” (BaaS), entails drivers paying a monthly rental fee for use of the batteries.

The cheapest Nio car after subsidies is now an ES6 sport-utility vehicle (SUV) priced 273,600 yuan ($39,553) without ownership of the battery pack, versus 343,600 yuan including the pack.

“We believe with BaaS, more customers of gasoline cars will consider electric vehicles,” Nio’s chief executive William Li told reporters.

Nio operates 143 battery-swapping stations around China, where drivers can swap spent battery packs for fully charged replacements. Li said Nio was building a new battery-swapping station in China every week and planned to build 300 new stations next year.

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VW India introduces Power Lease and Secured Resale Value Programs

VW India introduces Power Lease and Secured Resale Value Programs

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VW India is known for pioneering and innovative offerings. They have recently launched two programs with Customer Convenience and Hassle Free Ownership in Mind! 

1. VW Power Lease

This program takes away the costs of servicing, depreciating value of the car. One can book the entire amount as expense. Time to just enjoy the immersive driving experience of the immaculate VW cars!

          A Few Interesting features like : 

         a.  Rental Holidays

         b. Zero Down Payment 

         c. Worry- free Maintenance

         d. Upto 30% Tax Benefit

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WAF Gurus Live Series Crosses 1 Million Views!

WAF Gurus Live Series Crosses 1 Million Views!

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By WAF Editorial Team

16 Programs, 4 Months, 87 Thought Leaders and 1 Million + Views! 

It is a Moment of great pride and honour for us at World Auto Forum.

In a about 4 Months ,we have exceeded 1 Million Views of our Popular Series WAF Gurus Live!

We began WGL March End 2020, while the entire world was under a lockdown! It was to empower, educate, motive and coach the Automotive and Mobility Industry members.

16 Programs, 4 Months, 87 Thought Leaders and 1 Million + Views! 

A Series of focussed programs on myriad topics ranging from Dealer Health, Supply Chains, After Sales Service, Legal Compliances, Cyber Security, Solar Energy, Pre Owned Vehicles, Shared Mobility, EV and many more

Three Cheers to WAF Members, our WAF Gurus, who powered them and Our Annual Partners :

Annual Gold Partners : Gallops Motors, MotorUncle.com

Annual OEM Partner : VW India 

Annual Partners : Amplus Solar, Shell Lubricants, K2B Learning 

Annual Associate Partner : Jubilant MotorWorks

Media Partners : Auto Tech Review and The Patriot

This wouldn’t have been possible without our Stellar WAF Team –  Jerry Sir, Mohini and Kunal 

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Sugato Sen : A Strong Pillar at SIAM Superannuates

Sugato Sen : A Strong Pillar at SIAM Superannuates

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by WAF Editorial Team 

Sugato Sen, one of the most prominent personalities, an institution in himself, the pillar of SIAM superannuated last week. 

SIAM – Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers is the apex body of Auto Makers at India for last several decades.

 

Mr Sen has been serving as Deputy Director General at SIAM. He has been spearheading several activities &  initiatives for the Industry and the Society at Large. He has been the secretary of several working councils at SIAM which overlook most of the activities across International Business, Market & Economic Affairs.

“Sugato sir, as we have address him at the Industry, has limitless energy of a college student, a Big heart which beats for the Industry and the Society and to top it all, Industry Knowledge and Insights which can beat any Think Tank, hands down, across the World. We hope he keeps doing the great work in different ways”, commented Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum

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