EV and PHEV sales surged 18% worldwide in January
While sales in major markets have declined since December, their sales have improved significantly compared to twelve months ago go through Brad Anderson February 13, 2025, 09:20 Sales in Europe, the United States, Canada and China reportedly increased in January. The RHO motion reports strong demand for EVs in the United States despite the political shift under Trump. Last year, 17 million electric vehicles and PHEVs were delivered worldwide, setting a new record. By 2025, we're only six weeks, but it's clear that we're doing a strong race for electric cars and PHEVS this year. In the record 2024 record 2024, global electric vehicle sales soared 26%, starting January, with all major markets showing significant year-on-year growth as all major markets grew significantly. Read: EV and PHEV sales are 26% globally in 2024, but the party ends in Europe According to Rho Motion, approximately 1.3 million electric and plug-in hybrids were sold worldwide last month. This is an 18% increase…
AIT Worldwide Logistics receives key ISO certification
AIT Worldwide Logistics, a global leader in supply chain solutions, has achieved a major milestone by receiving multiple ISO certifications for more than a dozen locations in five Asian countries. These include ISO 9001:2015 for quality management, ISO 14001:2015 for environmental sustainability, ISO 45001:2018 for workplace safety and ISO 14064-3 for verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reporting. . Also Read: AIT Worldwide Logistics boosts operations with LEED-certified center in suburban Chicago Raising standards across Asia "This is a landmark achievement for AIT-Asia," said Wilson Lee, Senior Vice President of AIT Asia Pacific. "These certifications underscore our strong commitment to operational excellence, sustainable practices, and delivering exceptional value to our customers. I am incredibly proud of our team's efforts to integrate these standards into our operations in the region." The certifications highlight AIT's initiatives to ensure consistent service quality, reduce environmental impact through alternative fuel and electric vehicle projects, and prioritize employee safety. ISO 14064-3, in particular, reflects AIT's commitment…
Major import markets for petroleum lubricants worldwide
In the global petroleum lubricants and greases market, certain countries stand out as key players in terms of import value. According to the IndexBox market intelligence platform, the following are the top ten global petroleum lubricants and greases import markets (by import value) in 2023: See also: Crude oil and refined petroleum product import markets 1. China – $641.3 million China becomes the largest import market for petroleum lubricants and greases, with imports of $641.3 million in 2023. China's strong manufacturing and growing automotive industry are driving demand for lubricants and greases. 2. Germany – $378.5 million Germany ranks second in terms of import value, with imports of petroleum lubricants and greases valued at $378.5 million in 2023. The country’s highly industrialized economy and advanced manufacturing are key factors behind its large import volume. 3. Canada – $287.8 million Canada is another major import market for petroleum lubricants and greases, with imports of $287.8 million in 2023. The country’s diversified…
New Aston Martin Vanquish unveiled worldwide with 835 hp
The Aston Martin Vanquish will go into production later this year, with production limited to just 1,000 units per year to ensure its exclusivity. Aston Martin has revived the Vanquish name, positioning it as the top model in its range. The 2025 Vanquish features a bespoke chassis, a lightweight carbon fibre body and a luxurious interior. At a time when many automakers are downsizing engines and embracing electrification, Aston Martin has made a bold statement. It has equipped the Vanquish with a newly developed V12 engine. The manufacturer has announced that production will be strictly limited to 1,000 units per year, further enhancing the exclusivity of the Vanquish. New Aston Martin Vanquish: design The 2025 Vanquish blends classic Aston Martin styling with modern elegance. A wide grille, sharp matrix LED headlights and a bold splitter dominate the front. The sculpted sides highlight the sleek carbon fiber bodywork, flush door handles and 21-inch forged alloy wheels shod with high-performance Pirelli P…
All-new Range Rover Sport SV: Two models debut worldwide
Land Rover has unveiled the new Range Rover Sport SV Second Edition, which comes in four different design themes (Liguria Black Gloss, Marl Grey Gloss, Blue Nebula Matte and Sunrise Bronze Satin). According to the manufacturer, each theme has been carefully selected to provide the vehicle with an upright and powerful character. The eye-catching exterior paint options are coordinated with new carbon fiber trims, brake calipers and unique SV performance seats. The new SUV also features unique branding on the center console, front splitter, pedals and puddle lights. It has several wheel design options such as 22-inch diamond-turned alloy wheels and 23-inch forged black alloy wheels. Apart from this, customers can choose a roof that matches the body color and choose between satin forged or twill carbon fiber kits. Let’s take a closer look at each theme of the new Range Rover Sport SV Second Edition. Also read: Range Rover, Defender and other models help Jaguar Land Rover India's sales…