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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. Building on the success of Ford’s Innovate Mobility Challenge Series (IMCS) 1.0 in January.

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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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Foxconn unveils three EVs developed in-house

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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. He expressed that the Model E electric car was the best birthday present for him, which is why he insisted on driving it himself.

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IEEE President’s Note: A Promise Is a Promise

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A self-taught accountant without formal education, he lived in the impoverished countryside of southern Taiwan. After a vacation home to Taiwan with my grandmother, they returned to Japan by boat, during which time he became very ill. World War II was raging, and medical supplies were limited.

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Honda sees full-year benefit emerging 19% this fiscal yr next working source of revenue slipped 3.7% closing yr

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billion and its personal forecast of ¥870 billion. The corporate is aiming to stabilize its “semiconductors supply chain and improve operations of our factories to sell as much as 4.35 In April, Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe stated the corporate will collaborate with Taiwan Semiconductor Production Co. Gross sales rose 16 % to ¥16.9

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Utility solar dethrones coal as the cheapest power source in Asia

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Solar is cheapest and falling The significant drop in solar power costs, by 23% in 2023, signals the end of supply chain disruptions and inflationary pressures. However, there will be less of an impact on markets with limited uptake of Chinese turbines such as Japan and South Korea, which focus more on domestic supply chains.

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