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Vehicles

New technology makes wireless charging of electric vehicles and ferries attractive

March 7, 2023

Via: Tech Xplore

Researchers at Chalmers have developed an induction technology that enables battery charging without the help of a human or robotic arm. The technology is also so complete that it can soon be presented to industry. A new type of semiconductor […]


Impact & Regulations

Senate Sets Up $52 Billion Semiconductor Vote

July 26, 2022

Via: Transport Topics

A $52 billion boost to the U.S. domestic semiconductor industry moved one step closer to reality July 26 when the Senate advanced legislation providing grants, incentives and tax breaks to the sector and set it up for final passage this […]


Impact & Regulations

Congress Kicks Off Final Negotiations on Supply Chain, Semiconductor Bill

May 12, 2022

Via: Transport Topics

Congressional policymakers formally kicked off negotiations on comprehensive legislation meant to facilitate domestic production of semiconductors and improve the movement of freight at ports. Lawmakers engaged in the negotiations met May 12 to finalize the freight-centric legislation. At issue are […]


Vehicles

Tesla Shares Are Roaring Back

October 18, 2021

Via: Transport Topics

Tesla Inc. shares are staging a comeback as investors expect the Elon Musk-led electric carmaker to navigate the crippling semiconductor shortage better than rivals that have been severely disrupted. The stock gained as much as 3.8% to $875.26 on Oct. […]


Shipping

Biden to Launch Task Force on Bottlenecks in Supply Chains

June 8, 2021

Via: Transport Topics

The Biden administration has completed a 100-day review of supply chains and will form a task force to address the bottlenecks in the semiconductor, construction, transportation and agriculture sectors. Administration officials said their goal is to increase domestic manufacturing, limit […]