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Foxconn unveils crossover and pickup truck prototype EVs; MODEL C EV to be delivered in Taiwan next year

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At the same time, Hon Hai showcased the production vehicle MODEL C, to be delivered in Taiwan next year, while showcasing key components of the EV supply chain, such as electric power steering (EPS) system, solid-state battery, silicon carbide power module and semiconductors. As a personalized urban car, the compact 4.3-meter

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Ford launches Hsuehshan Tunnel Transformer Challenge in Taiwan; Mobility Challenge Series 2.0

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in 2014 ( earlier post ), Ford has launched the Hsuehshan Tunnel Transformer Challenge in Taiwan, which asks developers to submit traffic-busting solutions for the main highway artery between Taipei and popular tourist destination Yilan. The most common route for cars and buses is Freeway 5, which can get highly congested during peak times.

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Foxconn unveils three EVs developed in-house

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Terry Gou, Founder of Hon Hai, made a surprise appearance by driving out in a Model E electric car. He believes that with the strong capabilities in electronic manufacturing, including semiconductors, modules, precision machinery and operation, Taiwan can play a key role in the development of electric vehicles. The Model C, which is 4.64

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Tesla owner uses Model 3 as weapon to thwart abduction attempt in broad daylight

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How far would a person go to rescue a friend? As shown by a Tesla Model 3 owner from Taiwan, the lengths that a person would go to is immense, especially if a friend is in danger of being abducted in broad daylight. Tempers flared, and as per police reports, the four men in the Toyota proceeded to beat up the Tesla owner.

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Fisker and Foxconn sign framework agreements for Project PEAR; new FP28 platform

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has signed framework agreements with Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) supporting joint development and manufacturing related to Project PEAR (Personal Electric Automotive Revolution), a program to develop a new breakthrough electric vehicle. Fisker Inc. Earlier post.). —Foxconn Technology Group Chairman, Young-way Liu.

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Gogoro battery-swapping electric scooters continue international expansion

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Based in Taiwan, Gogoro has regularly expanded into new countries by partnering with local energy companies. While it’s nice to see electric cars hitting the road in the West, there are hundreds of millions of polluting two and four-stroke scooters and motorcycles in Asia that have a much larger impact on air quality and carbon emissions.

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Foxconn tied up with Thailand’s PTT for making electric vehicles

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Taiwan’s Foxconn has announced a partnership with Thailand’s government, a state-run energy group PTT PCL to manufacture electric cars in Thailand. Foxconn had tied up with Chinese electric-car maker Byton and automakers Zhejiang Geely Holding Group and Italian company Stellantis.