Half of Uber’s riders say no to self-driving cars – highlighting trust issues
Uber reports that half its riders in areas where it offers autonomous rides say “no, thank you” to the offer.
It highlights trust issues with self-driving technologies.
GM sold more EVs and hybrids than gas cars for the first time in China
In a significant milestone, GM officially sold more EVs and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models in China than gas-powered cars for the first time. GM’s electrified models (EVs and PHEVs) accounted for 53% of sales in the third quarter as the company fights for a position in China’s intensifying auto market.
Boliden set to trial battery electric surface drill rig concept from Sandvik
Hard rock mining equipment manufacturer Sandvik is working with Swedish mining company Boliden AB to test and develop a new, battery electric surface drill rig concept at Boliden’s Kevitsa mine.