Author: Wesley Dunn

The UK is poised to witness a significant reduction in electric car prices in 2024, according to an analysis by online vehicle marketplace Auto Trader. The anticipated price war is attributed to the entry of Chinese electric car manufacturers into the UK market, with brands like BYD and GWM expected to play a substantial role in transforming the electric vehicle (EV) sector. Market Transformation: Auto Trader predicts a fierce price war in the electric car market, driven by the market entry of Chinese manufacturers. Chinese electric cars are anticipated to capture a significant share, approximately one-sixth, of the UK’s new…

A team of scientists at Harvard University has made a significant breakthrough in battery technology that could revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry. The researchers from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have developed a groundbreaking “solid-state” battery that boasts swift charging capabilities, lasting at least 6,000 cycles, and is considered a potential game-changer for the electric transportation sector. The recent Arctic weather in the United States highlighted challenges faced by some EV owners, such as fast-draining batteries, slow charging, and concerns about performance in sub-zero temperatures. Despite these issues, new research from a Norwegian breakdown service indicates…

Tech giant Apple is currently embroiled in a legal battle in the United Kingdom, as it seeks to dismiss a significant lawsuit valued at approximately $1 billion. The case, filed by over 1,500 app developers and estimated to be worth up to £785 million ($998 million), alleges that Apple imposed unfair commissions, reaching up to 30%, on third-party developers for app and content purchases through its App Store. The legal challenge is being led by Sean Ennis, a competition law professor and former economist at the OECD, and has been presented before the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) in London. Ennis…