Toyota starts building Lexus plant for electric vehicles in Shanghai

Toyota starts building Lexus plant for electric vehicles in Shanghai

Toyota has started building its first wholly-owned plant in Shanghai with the aim of making electric vehicles for its premium Lexus brand Toyota has started building its first wholly-owned plant in Shanghai with the aim of making electric vehicles for its premium Lexus brand. The facility will have an expected production capacity of 100,000 vehicles annually, according to a June 27 post published by the Shanghai Economic and Information Technology Committee. Toyota is aiming to complete the init...
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I never thought I’d praise a kickstand power bank – until I tried this one

I never thought I’d praise a kickstand power bank – until I tried this one

ZDNET’s key takeaways The best kickstand on a power bank that I’ve come across — it actually does the job! Clear, easy-to-read display showing battery capacity A solid, well-made power bank, exactly what I’d expect from ESR. $54.99 at Amazon It’s hard to stand out in the power bank market. After all, they’re little cubes of power. Apple’s rollout of MagSafe magnetic wireless charging added something new, but beyond that, manufacturers have struggled to think up...
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Dangote’s investment of N720 billion on CNG trucks to save Nigerians N1.7 trillion – Peoples Gazette Nigeria

Dangote’s investment of N720 billion on CNG trucks to save Nigerians N1.7 trillion – Peoples Gazette Nigeria

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has invested over N720 billion to implement its landmark initiative of deploying 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks for the nationwide distribution of petroleum products, which is expected to save Nigerians over N1.7 trillion annually. This bold step will see the privately-owned refinery absorb over N1.07 trillion annually in fuel distribution costs. The initiative is also poised to significantly benefit over 42 million Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise...
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Crash And Court Costly Night For Driver | Mirage News

Crash And Court Costly Night For Driver | Mirage News

It was pricey night for one dangerous driver who dented his pride and joy and landed himself in court. Police in Papakura observed a vehicle travelling at speed on Clevedon Road just before 11pm. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says officers signalled for the vehicle to stop. “The driver has initially pulled over on Broadway, however, as officers began talking to him about his speed, he has accelerated away along Elliot Street.” Inspector Hoyes s...
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Five Key Charts to Watch in Global Commodity Markets This Week

Five Key Charts to Watch in Global Commodity Markets This Week

44m85]7iftg6u6(9h4c5{2cm_media_dl_1.png Vortexa Article content (Bloomberg) — The situation in the Middle East remains delicate, even as oil — and gas — continue to flow. But for US refiners, reliance on supply from the region is not as great as it once was. Grid-scale battery installations in the US are projected to reverse their rapid rise. And look what’s happening with the spread between corn and wheat as intense heat batters Europe. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subs...
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Dangote’s N720bn CNG drive to save Nigerians N1.7trn, lift 42 million MSMEs

Dangote’s N720bn CNG drive to save Nigerians N1.7trn, lift 42 million MSMEs

…Presidency, IPMAN, experts hail bold move Dangote Petroleum Refinery has invested over N720 billion to implement its landmark initiative of deploying 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks for the nationwide distribution of petroleum products, which is expected to save Nigerians over N1.7 trillion annually. …Presidency, IPMAN, experts hail bold movePresidential Endorsement and Industry Praise This bold step will see the privately-owned refinery absorb over N1.07 trillion annually...
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Two Feared De@d As Tipper Rams Into Traders In Taraba

Two Feared De@d As Tipper Rams Into Traders In Taraba

Tragedy unfolded on Friday in the Mile Six area of Jalingo, Taraba State, when a tipper truck loaded with sand lost control and rammed into a crowd of traders and bystanders. At least two fatalities were feared, with several others sustaining injuries. Eyewitnesses said the incident occurred after one of the truck’s tyres reportedly burst while it was speeding, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The tipper veered off the road and rammed into people by the roadside, triggering p...
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Anker just issued a recall on these six power banks – how to see if yours is affected

Anker just issued a recall on these six power banks – how to see if yours is affected

Anker has announced a recall on six of its power banks “out of an abundance of caution” due to potential issues with the battery cells in these products. Here’s how to see if your battery is affected and get a gift card for something new. Power banks are generally considered safe, but it’s not particularly uncommon, unfortunately, for the lithium-ion battery cells to be defective. That’s why it’s generally a good idea to purchase from reputable names, such as Anker, but even big bran...
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Police nab two Yola residents for stealing a 100Ah Mikano generator battery from church

Police nab two Yola residents for stealing a 100Ah Mikano generator battery from church

Police nab two Yola residents for stealing a 100Ah Mikano generator battery from church Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have arrested two young men for allegedly stealing a Mikanogenerator battery from a church in Yola. The suspects, identified as Dad Yusuf and Gibson Husseini, both residents of Upper Luggere in the Jimeta area of Yola North Local Government, were apprehended by officers attached to the State Intelligence Department (SID). According to police reports, the suspects...
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Traders feared dead as truck crashes into market in Taraba

Traders feared dead as truck crashes into market in Taraba

Many traders were feared dead in an accident at the Mile 6 market in Taraba State on Saturday. Eyewitnesses told journalists on Sunday the accident occurred when a tipper truck carrying sand lost control and rammed into the market. “The vehicle was travelling at high speed when one of its front tyres suddenly burst, causing the driver to lose control. READ ALSO: Police kills five suspected kidnappers, rescues 4 hostages in Taraba The driver who was unable to regain control, swerved into the bu...
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