From racing, to high-performance cars, one name has been synonymous with success for the last 50 years – Motul 300V. This product was born out of Motul’s never-ending pursuit of perpetual movement. Today, Motul launches a new and improved version of its flagship product, with a new formulation pushing again the boundaries of performance. The new Motul 300V is revealed for the 24h of Le Mans, the most iconic racing event in the world.

Launched in 1971, Motul 300V was developed to help racing teams accomplish maximum performance and reliability out of their engines, the holy grail of motorsport. Its name is a tribute to the 300 racing victories achieved by the time of its launch – but Motul 300V has gone on to help countless more motorsport legends to victory.

Over the following decades, Motul has continuously perfected its flagship product and today, Motul 300V continues to propel the world’s top teams to podium glory. From Le Mans to high-performance cars, Drift Masters to Dakar rally, it has proved itself to be a game changing lubricant in the paddocks of top racing.

Fifty years after its first launch, Motul is proud to unveil the latest evolution of its benchmark lubricant: the new Motul 300V range.

The new Motul 300V brings many improvements:

• Improved performance: The new Motul 300V racing oil improves your engine performance by reducing internal friction. This new formulation ensures proven power and torque gains across the whole power band.
• Better reliability: Motul 300V protects your engine without compromising performance, by providing high shear stability for maximal oil film resistance, even in most extreme conditions.
• Improved compatibility: Motul 300V now fulfills modern engine requirements: compatible with exhaust gas after-treatment systems such as particulate filters, compatible with biofuels (especially Ethanol) and protects against LSPI (on downsized engines).
• More sustainable: Motul 300V features Organic base stocks using non-fossil renewable materials limiting the environmental impact and allows Motul to lower its carbon footprint by 25% during manufacturing process.

The range is split in 3 major series:

Power
POWER series features the lightest viscosity grades, available from 0W-8 to 5W-30, brings the maximum power and can cope with engines subject to low oil fuel dilution.

Competition
COMPETITION series features our mid viscosity grades, available from 0W-40 to 15W-50, brings the best compromise between power and reliability, and can cope with engines subject to mid oil fuel dilution.

Le Mans
New generation of 300V Le Mans series offers the maximum engine reliability possible and is now available in 10W-60 and 20W-60 viscosities. It is perfect for extreme motorsport applications such as endurance racing and drifting. Adding to the uniqueness of these products is the fact that they are the only engine oils worldwide bearing the prestigious 24 hours of Le Mans name.

A launch at 24 Hours of Le Mans 2021:

The brand new Motul 300V is launched during the 24h of Le Mans, the most gruelling endurance race of the year and probably the most iconic of all.

Besides powering most of the LMP2 teams on the grid, including 2020 category winners United Autosports, Motul is proud to be the official lubricant partner of Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus, which had the opportunity to test the new Motul 300V and share their excitement about the new product.

Jim Glickenhaus, the Founder of Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus said: “The new Motul 300V makes a gigantic difference. In challenging racing conditions, the engine often gets stretched to its limits, therefore we need a reliable lubricant which will make the engine able to continue the race. The new Motul 300V is exactly that. We have full confidence in this lubricant.”

About Motul

Motul is a world-class French company specialised in the formulation, production and distribution of high-tech engine lubricants (two-wheelers, cars and other vehicles) as well as lubricants for industry via its Motul Tech activity.

Unanimously recognised for more than 150 years for the quality of its products, innovation capacity and involvement in the field of competition, Motul is also recognised as a specialist in synthetic lubricants. As early as 1971, Motul was the first lubricant manufacturer to pioneer the formulation of a 100% synthetic lubricant, issued from the aeronautical industry, making use of esters technology: 300V lubricant. 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the Motul 300V.

Motul is a partner to many manufacturers and racing teams in order to further their technological development in motorsports. It has invested in many international competitions as an official supplier for teams in: Road racing, Trials, Enduro, Endurance, Superbike, Supercross, Rallycross, World GT1, 24 Hours of Le Mans (cars and motorcycles), 24 Hours of Spa, Le Mans Series, Andros Trophy, Paris-Dakar, 8 Hours of Suzuka, Bol d’Or, Daytona 200-mile motorcycle race.

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HONG KONG, Aug 18, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited (the "Company", Stock Code: 476, together with its subsidiaries, collectively "Ev Dynamics" or the "Group"), a provider of new energy vehicles and technology integrated solutions, is pleased to sponsor The Hong Kong Polytechnic University ("Poly U") to carry out its ammonia-powered vehicle research project and development of ammonia fuel cells to power electric minibuses and other public transportation.

The research project has been jointly initiated by the Department of Electrical Engineering and Department of Applied Physics of Poly U. Its aim is to develop an ammonia-powered fuel battery that has higher energy storage efficiency than lithium batteries, is safer than hydrogen batteries, and can achieve zero carbon emissions to drive light electric vehicles.

Mr. Cheung Ngan, Chairman of Ev Dynamics, said, "As a member of the new energy vehicle industry, we actively support the research of green and new energy vehicles. We are pleased to see that the Hong Kong academic sector is taking the initiative to conduct research on ammonia-powered vehicles, and is the reason why we have decided to give full support to Poly U on the project. We believe the results of such research will not only provide reference for the application of ammonia in new energy vehicles, but will also help to popularize clean energy and further promote the sustainable development of society, economy and the environment."

Mr. Miguel Valldecabres Polop, CEO of Ev Dynamics, said, "Ammonia does not release carbon dioxide when ignited, and the process of manufacturing, storing and transporting ammonia is relatively simple and safe. Therefore, ammonia is set to represent a new direction for the development of new energy vehicles. In addition to actively manufacturing and selling electric vehicles, we also continue to develop new technologies on our own as well as support Poly U and other institutions in their research on new energy vehicles. We hope to promote the development of new energy vehicles and promulgate the idea of adopting a more environmentally friendly lifestyle in modern day society."

About Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited (Stock Code: 476)
Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited is a pioneer and a prominent player in China's new energy commercial vehicles market, as well as a whole-vehicle manufacturer of specialty passenger vehicles and new energy passenger vehicles. It is an integrated driving and logistics solutions provider with a solid technological foundation in diverse areas including new energy platform power systems and their key components. The Group has a production base in Chongqing and it has developed its sales network in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Asia Pacific and South America.

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HONG KONG, Aug 17, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – Quantron, strategic partner of Ev Dynamics, delivers 30 electric vans to IKEA Austria.

Quantron AG, handed over the first set of 100% emission-free vans to IKEA Austria, this week. The international furniture company IKEA has set itself the goal of becoming climate-positive by 2030. The e-mobility specialist Quantron supports IKEA in this mission and supplies the IKEA logistics center near Vienna with 30 environmentally friendly e-vehicles. The Germany based Quantron AG is strategic partner of Ev Dynamics.

Quantron's first all-electric Q-Light was already used for extensive testing at the logistics center in June. With a range of at least 170 km, a drive power of 100 kW and a maximum charging power of 70 kW, the e-transporters are ideally equipped for routes between IKEA locations and customers' delivery addresses. Initially, the vehicles will be used for deliveries to all 23 of Vienna's municipal districts and within a 30 km radius of the logistics center.

Andreas Haller, founder and CEO of Quantron AG: "We are pleased to be able to support IKEA with our knowledge and expertise in this important step towards emission-free delivery. Quantron is proud to help companies like IKEA with our many years of e-mobility experience and our international network to make the switch to emission-free freight transport."

Miguel Valldecabres Polop, CEO of Ev Dynamics, said: "Ev Dynamics and Quantron entered into a share swap agreement on 29 July 2021. Ev Dynamics is proud as investor and strategic partner for the win of this new business opportunity for Quantron AG."

About Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited (Stock Code: 476)
Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited is a pioneer and a prominent player in China's new energy commercial vehicles market, as well as a whole-vehicle manufacturer of specialty passenger vehicles and new energy passenger vehicles. It is an integrated driving and logistics solutions provider with a solid technological foundation in diverse areas including new energy platform power systems and their key components. The Group has a production base in Chongqing and it has developed its sales network in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Asia Pacific and South America.

About Quantron AG
Quantron AG is a provider of clean battery and hydrogen-powered e-mobility systems for commercial vehicles such as trucks, buses and vans. In addition to new electric vehicles, the wide range of services offered by the innovative solutions include the electrification of used and existing vehicles, the creation of individual overall concepts including the appropriate charging infrastructure as well as rental, financing and leasing services and driver training. Quantron AG also sells batteries and integrated customised electrification concepts to manufacturers of commercial vehicles, machinery and intralogistics vehicles. The German company from Augsburg in Bavaria is a pioneer and innovation driver for e-mobility in passenger, transport and freight traffic.

You can find more information at www.quantron.net

Visit the Quantron AG on its social media channels on LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/company/quantron-ag ) and YouTube ( https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDQ-CKkS8XMHcJ9Ze-6UVNA )

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HONG KONG, Aug 16, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – According to the "Notice Regarding the Memorandum of Understanding for Capital and Business Alliance with Shanghai LingKang Consulting Co., Ltd." dated 21 June 2021, Quantum Solutions Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as the "Company") signed a Memorandum of understanding with Shanghai LingKang Consulting Co., Ltd (hereinafter referred to as "Lingkang") in relation a business alliance including capital investment in the electric vehicle (hereinafter referred to as "EV") sector. In addition, according to "Notice Regarding the Start of New Business and Capital and Business Alliance with FOMM Corporation" dated 12 July 2021, the Company announced that subject to approval by the board of directors of FOMM Corporation (hereinafter referred to as "FOMM"), a Japanese company, the Company would forge a business alliance including capital investment with FOMM in the EV business. The Company considers that embarking on business in the EV sector is within the business direction of 5G communications and AI.

The Company is still discussing with Lingkang and FOMM the details of the respective capital and business alliances. The Company has not at this stage yet confirmed whether to cooperate with Lingkang or FOMM in any such alliance. However, it is the Company's intention to develop and focus on the EV sector as the core business in China. The reasons shift include: (1) Development of EV is a significant global trend. Take-up of EVs is expected to gradually replace the oil era of the past century plus and become mainstream in the next 30 to 50 years; (2) Japan's EV industry has been developing at a slow pace lagging behind that of China, the United States and Europe for nearly two-to-three years. However, the Company believes that Japan's EV industry will catch up with those countries in the next few years; (3) There is currently no influential listed electric vehicle company in Japan's capital market in stark contrast to the US' and China's capital markets. Tesla from the US and BYD from China have market capitalisations of more than US$100 million and US$150 billion respectively. In addition, there are many other listed EV companies in the US and China, and their market capitalisations have already reached very high levels. In the future, as the awareness of the EV market increases, the EV business is expected to become an important highlight in the Japanese capital market; (4) From the perspective of rapid emergence EVs and autonomous driving, the trend of intelligent EV Internet and the overall development of the EV industry, the demand for EVs is expected to be very high; (5) While FOMM is a Japanese electric vehicle brand, the current Japanese electric vehicle market is not mature. Therefore, at this stage of development, it is more practical to quickly enter a mature market to grow the Company within a short period. Therefore, the short-term development strategy is to enter the Chinese electric vehicle market.

Generally regarded as "The World's Factory" with the world's most compete industrial supply chain to produce automobiles, more than 50% of global auto parts manufacturing is related to China. In addition, most of the world's major auto parts companies have invested in China. Therefore, considering the stable auto parts supply and obvious cost reduction through elimination of import transportation fees and tariffs, it is beneficial to set up production facilities in China. In addition, apart from the advantages stated above, the Chinese government has implemented favourable policies for the EV business, and China is the largest market in the world. When mass production starts in China, the EVs can be exported to other countries. From the perspective of revenue generation, setting up production facilities in China offers considerable benefits.

In summary, the Company plans to focus on EV development and its production in China. The Company's EV business will be developed in the general direction outlined below.

(1) Short-term strategy
Through mass production in China, the Company aims to reduce the selling price to less than 60% of current prices.

(2) Mid-term strategy
Focusing on "Japanese branded, made in China" small electric vehicles for small towns and rural areas of China.

(3) Long-term strategy
Many large Internet companies in China have announced plans to enter the EV market. The EV market in China is expected to be completely Internet-enabled within a few years. Therefore, the Company will actively look for cooperation opportunities with Internet companies to leverage the Internetisation of EVs.

Quantum Solutions Co.,Ltd. Company Summary
Company name: Quantum Solutions Co.,Ltd. (Second section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange Stock code: 2338)
Address: 102-0073. Kudan VIGAS Bldg. 3F, 1-10-9 Kudan Kita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Representative: SHAO YUN, Chairman of the board
Capital: 2,559 million yen
Businesses: Content development and distribution Software development
Company URL: https://www.quantum-s.co.jp/

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HONG KONG, Aug 4, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – The automotive industry is at a crossroads. Traditional automakers, or original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), are in the midst of a tsunami that not all of them will survive. What will be the reason for their demise? Besides the transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) car to electric vehicle (EV), the car industry is undergoing an unprecedented structural transformation.

New technologies – autonomous, connected, electrified, sharing (ACES) – are being introduced that will make drivers obsolete; while new competitors have entered the industry with Midas-like resources and accustomed to constant business model upheaval. Don't underestimate the enormous effect both are having on consumer behaviour and their demand for cars.

Frankly, for the OEMs, it costs too much to design and build cars in the traditional way. The market evolution from internal combustion engine (ICE) car to electric vehicles (EV) is only serving to exacerbate the cost differential.

It's clear that new thinking is needed if traditional car brands wish to survive this tsunami. Be plugged-in to consumer tastes and able to optimize for product-market fit. But also implementing flexible manufacturing technologies knowing that tastes will be fickle.

Product life cycles will be shorter in the future than ever before. Forget the industry rule-of-thumb that a product can last 6-8 years with a minor facelift in the middle. Apple unveils a significantly upgraded smartphone virtually every year, along with even more frequent improvements to the operating system – and that has trained consumers to have completely different expectations.

What is the solution then? OEMs need to be ready to make partnerships and adopt engineering services outsourcing (ESO) for more critical functions to category specialists than ever before. It's simply not possible for a single automaker to excel in every required capability from R&D to design, autonomous driving software, EV platform and battery development, manufacturing and component value chain.

The EV market is nearing its inflection point. ICE-to-EV price parity is expected to be reached sometime within the next few years. Indeed, more and more countries and cities – including China, UK, and EU – have pledged to phase out new ICE cars by 2030 or 2035, at the latest.

Last year, even as the pandemic raged on, more than 3.2 million EVs were sold worldwide, an increase of over 40% year-on-year. For the first time, EVs made up more than 4% of all new vehicle sales. Customers are ready to accept EVs as cars. Improving charging infrastructure has lessened range anxiety. The fact that there are more models to choose from – whether micro-urban cars to high performance and luxury models – has also increased their appeal to buyers.

But for all the consumer excitement, the EV profitability formula is muddied by a continuing pricing differential between EV and ICE cars. While the complexity of an EV is significantly lower than that of an ICE car, the higher cost of battery cells means that profit margins are razor thin at best or, more likely, negative for the next few years still until the price of batteries come down further.

This puts even more pressure on OEMs to be operationally smarter. The trick is to throw away so-called tried-and-true legacy ways of making cars, and adopt new, optimized ways that make better economic sense within the new paradigm.

A recent McKinsey study suggested some possible options for OEMs to consider; these include stripping out costly equipment to create much lower-cost minimum viable products, fitting smaller battery packs to optimize range for urban distances rather than chasing Tesla's ultra-long range offerings, and, most importantly, aggressively outsourcing capital expenditures, even ones that would have been considered core in the past.

The latter, for example, is the strategy being pursued by the Volkswagen Group, which has partnered with Ideenion Design and other ESOs on engineering, design and prototyping.

The pressure is on to implement change. EV disruption has already arrived, but much more is coming.

So far, we've only talked about EVs in the context of ACES, but connectivity is already here in terms of sat-nav and cloud applications, whether for entertainment or diagnostics. Tesla's cars can automatically update their software over 4G/5G networks like your mobile phone or laptop, eventually all cars will.

Apple's market cap is some $2.4 trillion, and has some $200 billion in cash stashed away. By comparison, that's enough cash to buy Ford Motor Co nearly 4 times over, or about two-thirds of Toyota. That's a lot of horsepower for the OEMs to try and outrun.

What does this mean for the future of the car industry? Some people believe that, with the advent of self-driving, we'll be able to share cars and no longer need to own them ourselves. I don't believe that will be the case.

Cars have become an extension of our persona; along with our clothes and accessories, they are how we project our self-image to the world. Certainly there will be a market for autonomous ride-sharing services, but it may not be significantly more than that of public transport today.

It's much more likely that cars become like our smartphones. Personalised, always connected. But, also like our smartphones, the new Big Tech-derived car makers will move them on a much faster product cycle.

Eventually the business model will extend beyond just selling you a new car every couple years. What will that be? I don't have a crystal ball, so I couldn't tell you. But it will be as different as my old Nokia handset was to the latest iPhone in my pocket.

And that's a good warning to the OEMs, if they don't want to become the next Nokia.


Source: Unicorn Financial


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