On the evening of June 10, Archer company from California, USA, unveiled its new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) prototype at an event held in the city. Los Angeles. The innovative vehicle is called the electric Archer Maker, and to demonstrate what it can do, event participants were invited to participate in a flight simulator. As the problem of congestion becomes more and more difficult to solve, more and more companies are launching products and ideas that are created to take people to the sky and bypass the heavy traffic roads below. That is also what the Archer flying taxi is trying to achieve. The company’s new aircraft, the Maker, is a two-passenger eVTOL vehicle designed to serve as a test machine for new technologies. It has a distributed electric propulsion system that allows 12 electric motors to draw power from 6 individual battery packs. This design makes it possible for the Maker to maintain flight even if one or two of its motors fail. One of the main focus of the company is the noise generated by the propellers. No one wants a city filled with eVTOL vehicles hovering in the air and making louder noises than the cars below. To overcome that problem, Archer specially equips Maker with 12 sets of small propellers, which can rotate more slowly than conventional helicopter propellers. The new Archer Maker 2022 will be able to soar to about 610 meters above the ground, and according to the company, it will be 100 times quieter than a helicopter. In other words, Maker only makes as much noise as a home refrigerator. In terms of speed, the Maker will be able to reach a maximum speed of 240 km / h, and will use only 30% of the battery capacity for trips of 32-64 km. This will allow the battery to quickly charge before the next flight. The plane will be ready to take off after about 10 minutes of charging and has the potential to make 40 flights per day. In addition, it is also worth noting that the Maker has a very light weight of only about 1.5 tons, 300 kg lighter than a Tesla Model 3. Archer is expected to complete the first test flights of Maker. in the fourth quarter of 2021, and plans to start production in 2022. In an effort to reduce its carbon footprint, United Airlines has announced plans to purchase $1 billion worth of eVTOLs, and if all goes as planned, they are expected to begin flights trade from Los Angeles and Miami by 2024. The California-based company also plans to build a complete network of take-off and landing points for the eVTOLs. However, they won’t really create new spots because there really isn’t much extra space in megacities. Instead, Archer will use the roofs of the parking garages. Video: Launching Archer Maker – “flying taxi” with no noise.

“A key element in Kia’s transition has been the transition from internal combustion engines to electric motors,” said President and CEO, Kia North America. With our strategic investment in the United States to produce electric vehicles, we are not only taking great strides toward leading the electric vehicle market, but also increasing our economic contribution to the countries in which we do business.” Illustration. The manufacturers also plan to work with local governments and businesses to expand hydrogen infrastructure in the US. Currently, Hyundai Group has signed a memorandum of understanding with the US Department of Energy to cooperate on the expansion and innovation of fuel cell technology. This includes the installation of hydrogen pumping stations for NEXO. Automaker Hyundai is planning to introduce an electric fuel cell commercial truck. The plan is to use these vehicles to replace diesel trucks for logistics services between seaports and warehouses. Earlier, Hyundai announced plans to buy a controlling stake in robotics company Boston Dynamics and has formed a joint venture with Motional, an American autonomous vehicle company. The company has plans for commercial use of the robot on the streets by 2023. “This investment demonstrates our strong commitment to the US market, our dealers and customers. Hyundai will lead the future of the auto industry in the US and around the world. Our efforts are positive proof that Hyundai will continue to pursue excellence in its current and future product lines,” said Jose Munoz, CEO of Hyundai Group. . Hyundai currently operates a plant in Alabama.

The switch to electric vehicles will affect at least 178,000 jobs in the German auto industry. Photo: VNA Ifo’s research presents a number of potential challenges in the future as governments work to phase out diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles in favor of low-emissions, even zero-emission vehicles. waste. In a statement released alongside the report, Ifo said an estimated 75,000 workers in Germany’s car manufacturing sector will retire by the middle of the decade. But if by 2025, the production of cars powered by internal combustion engines falls to levels previously predicted under current emissions regulations, the switch to electric vehicles will affect little. 178,000 jobs in the German auto industry. This group, Ifo explained, would include workers manufacturing product groups directly or indirectly dependent on internal combustion engines, with 137,000 of these working directly in the auto industry. Ifo President Clemens Fuest described the transition to electric vehicles as a major challenge, especially for auto parts suppliers as midsize companies dominate the sector. . He assessed that it is important to maintain skilled jobs in the production of vehicles using internal combustion engines and electric vehicles without changing the industry structure. The report comes after the German federal government announced its ambition to have 7-10 million new registered electric vehicles in the country by the end of the decade. In January 2021, Germany’s road traffic regulator said sales of electric vehicles in Germany will be more than 194,000 units in 2020, a threefold increase from the previous year. Internationally, the European Commission has also expressed its desire to have at least 30 million zero-emissions cars on the road by 2030, as part of its “Smart and Sustainable Transport Strategy.” . According to the International Energy Agency, about 3 million new electric cars were registered last year, a record number and up 41% from 2019.

Russian submarine of the Lada class. (Source: Sputnik) According to the author, the Lada submarine’s hull is teardrop-shaped, aerodynamically, this helps to avoid turbulence and makes almost no noise. Hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells that generate electricity for the propellers also play an important role in enhancing the submarine’s noise-cancelling properties. Although there is a diesel generator, but like other diesel electric submarines, in the Lada class, electricity is also generated through a chemical reaction, which helps to reduce engine noise. Currently, Russia is building two types of diesel-electric submarines, class 636.3 (Varshavyanka) and class 677 (Lada). The Varshavyanka class was created on the basis of the 877 Paltus class of the former Soviet Union. The Black Sea Fleet has already received six of these ships, and by 2024, a batch of six submarines will be delivered to the Pacific Fleet. Earlier, General Director of Admiralteyskie Verf shipyard Alexander Buzakov said that the first two mass-produced diesel electric submarines of the fourth generation of the 677 Lada class will be equipped with Kalibr cruise missiles. The Kronstadt and Velikie Luki submarines, the second and third of the project 677, are scheduled to be delivered to the Russian Navy next year. The Saint Petersburg submarine – armed only with mines and mines, joined the Russian fleet in 2010. (according to The National Interest)

VinSmart stops producing phones and televisions On May 9, Vingroup officially announced that VinSmart would stop producing TVs and smartphones to focus resources on developing IoT products and Infotainment features for VinFast cars. Sharing the main reason why VinSmart made such a decision, Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice President and General Director of Vingroup said: “The production of smart phones or smart TVs has no longer brought breakthrough possibilities, Meanwhile, the development of smart cars, smart homes, smart cities brings many benefits and outstanding experiences. force for this spike “. VinSmart factories will continue to produce existing phones and TVs until the end of the product’s life cycle to supply the market. Then part of the factory will be used to outsource to partners, while the rest is expanded to adjust to produce new products. With products sold to the market, VinSmart said it will maintain the warranty and customer care as committed. Vsmart phones sold to the market are still upgraded and updated with software. After stopping production of smartphones, TVs, VinSmart will focus on developing information – entertainment – service (Infotainment) features; research, design and manufacture of electronic components, battery cell systems, complete electric batteries, electric motors for VinFast cars. At the same time, VinSmart still retains research on smart cities, smart homes and IoT devices. VinSmart’s smart home solution appeared at a major urban exhibition late last year and has been operated in two major urban areas, Vinhomes Smart City and Vinhomes Ocean Park. VinSmart retains its research on smart cities, smart homes and IoT devices. Its most prominent smartphone products are Vsmart Joy 3, Vsmart Live 4, phone with front camera hidden under the Vsmart Aris Pro screen. In the TV segment, VinSmart has two main lines of 4K resolution: high-end KE and mid-range KD, with sizes from 43 to 55 inches, priced from VND8.7 million.

Vsmart Live 4 “make in Vietnam” line of Vinsmart. On May 9, Vingroup officially announced that VinSmart would stop producing TVs and smartphones to focus resources on developing IoT products and Infotainment features for VinFast cars. Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice President and General Director of Vingroup, said: “The production of smart phones or smart TVs has no longer brought breakthrough capabilities, making a difference for users. The development of smart car, smart home, smart city brings many benefits and outstanding experience. Therefore, we are determined to put all resources into this spearhead. VinSmart factories will continue to produce existing phones and TVs until the end of the product’s life cycle to supply the market. Then part of the factory will be used to outsource to partners, while the rest is expanded to adjust to produce new products. With products sold to the market, VinSmart said it will maintain the warranty and customer care as committed. Vsmart phones sold to the market are still upgraded and updated with software. After stopping production of smartphones, TVs, VinSmart will focus on developing information – entertainment – service (Infotainment) features; research, design and manufacture of electronic components, battery cell systems, complete electric batteries, electric motors for VinFast cars. In addition, VinSmart still retains research on smart cities, smart homes and IoT devices. VinSmart’s smart home solution appeared at a major urban exhibition late last year and has been operated in two major urban areas, Vinhomes Smart City and Vinhomes Ocean Park.

VinSmart will play television and mobile phones Vingroup said VinSmart will focus its resources on developing electronic products and “Infotainment” features for VinFast cars. This is a strategic step to bring VinFast towards its goal of becoming one of the smartest and most convenient electric car manufacturers in the world. According to the new decision, VinSmart will stop the development of televisions and mobile phones, and switch to the development of smart features on vehicles and houses. In which, the focus is on developing information – entertainment – service (Infotainment) features for VinFast cars. With nearly 150 Infotainment features coming soon, VinFast cars will bring different utilities, creating a competitive advantage in the global auto market. In addition, VinSmart focuses on research, design and production of electronic components, electric battery cells, complete electric battery systems and electric motors of all kinds, in order to increase the localization rate. and ensure a high quality supply of VinFast. VinSmart will also continue to promote current research on Smart Cities – Smart Houses and related IoT devices to bring superior living experiences to users. To put all of their energy into a new direction, VinSmart factories will continue to produce existing phones and televisions until the end of the product’s life cycle to supply the market. Then part of the factory will be used to outsource to partners, while the rest is expanded to adjust to produce new products. Regarding products sold to the market, VinSmart commits to maintain the warranty, repair and care as committed until the day when customers no longer use the product. In particular, a part of the phone software design department continues to research to upgrade and update Vsmart phones that have been sold to the market. On May 6, Vingroup announced that it would gather vehicle development forces from overseas VinFast research institutes to its headquarters in Vietnam to ensure the research and development progress and class for new models. Previously, the Group also withdrew from retail, agriculture and aviation to focus on the core priority of cars.

“The production of smart phones or smart TVs has ceased to make a breakthrough and make a difference for users. Meanwhile, the development of smart cars, smart homes, smart cities bring to many outstanding benefits and experiences. Therefore, we are determined to put all resources into this spearhead “, Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice Chairman and General Director of Vingroup, said. Nearly 3 years in the smartphone market, reaping many successes, Vingroup decided to stop this segment to focus more on VinFast. However, VinSmart factories will continue to produce existing phones and TVs until the end of the product’s life cycle to supply the market. Part of the factory will then be used to outsource to partners, with the rest expanded to make new products. VinSmart will also maintain the warranty and customer care as committed with the products sold to the market. Vsmart phones sold to the market are still upgraded and updated with software. According to a representative of Vingroup, after stopping production of smartphones and TVs, VinSmart will focus on developing information – entertainment – service (Infotainment) features; research, design and manufacture of electronic components, battery cell systems, complete electric batteries, electric motors for VinFast cars. VinSmart will also retain research on smart cities, smart homes and IoT devices. VinSmart’s smart home solution appeared at a major urban exhibition late last year and has been operated in two major urban areas, Vinhomes Smart City and Vinhomes Ocean Park. VinSmart was born in June 2018, starting with the production of smartphones with the Vsmart brand. Nearly 3 years of development, Vsmart introduced to the market 19 phone models and 5 TV models.

VinSmart decided to stop producing phones and televisions to focus on VinFast car production. VinSmart Research and Production Joint Stock Company (VinSmart) will turn to developing smart features on vehicles and houses. In which, the focus is on developing information – entertainment – service (infotainment) features for VinFast cars. With nearly 150 infotainment features coming soon, VinFast cars will bring different conveniences, creating a competitive advantage in the global auto market. The second task, VinSmart focuses on the research, design and production of electronic components, electric battery cells, complete electric battery systems and electric motors of all kinds, in order to increase the domestic rate. and ensure a high quality supply of VinFast. In addition, VinSmart will also promote current research on smart cities – smart homes and related IoT (internet connection of things) devices to bring superior living experiences to users. To put all of their energy into a new direction, VinSmart factories will continue to produce existing phones and televisions until the end of the product’s life cycle to supply the market. After that, part of the factory will be used to outsource to partners, the rest is expanded to adjust to produce new products. Regarding products sold to the market, VinSmart commits to maintain the warranty, repair and care as committed until the day when customers no longer use the product. In particular, a part of the phone software design department continues to research to upgrade and update Vsmart phones that have been sold to the market. Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice Chairman and General Director of Vingroup, said: “The production of smart phones or smart TVs has no longer brought breakthrough capabilities, creating different values ​​for users. Meanwhile, the development of special smart cars, smart houses, even the creation of smart cities … will bring many benefits and outstanding experiences to mankind. Therefore, we are determined to put all resources into this spearhead “.

According to the new decision, VinSmart will stop the development of televisions and mobile phones, and switch to the development of smart features on vehicles and houses. In which, the focus is on developing information – entertainment – service (Infotainment) features for VinFast cars. With nearly 150 Infotainment features coming soon, VinFast cars will bring different utilities, creating a competitive advantage in the global auto market. The second task is to focus on the research, design and manufacture of electronic components, battery cells, complete electric battery systems and electric motors of all kinds, in order to increase localization rates. and ensure a high quality supply of VinFast. VinSmart is one of the two main enterprises in Vingroup’s production activities. Photo: Le Trong. In addition to focusing on VinFast, VinSmart will also continue to promote current research on Smart City – Smart Home and related IoT devices to bring superior living experiences to people. use. To put all of their energy into a new direction, VinSmart factories will continue to produce existing phones and televisions until the end of the product’s life cycle to supply the market. Then part of the factory will be used to outsource to partners, while the rest is expanded to adjust to produce new products. Regarding products sold to the market, VinSmart commits to maintain the warranty, repair and care as committed until the day when customers no longer use the product. In particular, a part of the phone software design department continues to research to upgrade and update Vsmart phones that have been sold to the market. “The production of smart phones or smart TVs no longer brings the ability to break through and create different values ​​for users. Meanwhile, the development of particularly smart cars, smart homes, even the creation of smart cities … will bring many benefits and outstanding experiences to mankind. Therefore, we are determined to dedicate all resources to this spearhead ”, said Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice President and General Director of Vingroup. On May 6, Vingroup announced that it would gather vehicle development forces from overseas VinFast research institutes to its headquarters in Vietnam to ensure the research and development progress and class for new models. Previously, the Group also withdrew from retail, agriculture and aviation to focus on the core priority of cars.

Illustration. https://kinhtexaydung.petrotimes.vn The Munich-based Ifo Institute said: The German Automotive Industry Association has presented some potential challenges ahead, as the government attempts to eliminate diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles instead. for vehicles with low and zero emissions. In a statement released with the report, the research agency said: “It is estimated that about 75,000 German auto manufacturing workers will retire by the middle of this decade. But if by 2025, production of cars powered by internal combustion engines decreases to a predictable level under current emissions regulations, the shift to electric motors will have little impact. 178,000 employees ”. Ifo explains: the group that will be unemployed includes “workers producing product groups directly or indirectly dependent on internal combustion engines, with 137,000 of them working directly in the automotive industry” . “The transition to electric automation is a huge challenge, especially for automotive suppliers where mid-sized companies dominate,” said Ifo Chairman Clemens Fuest. “It is important to maintain skilled jobs in the manufacturing of internal combustion engines and electric vehicles without altering the structure,” he said. A real major transformation seems to be ahead. The German federal government has set a target of 7 to 10 million electric cars registered in the country by the end of the decade. In January, the German road traffic authority Reuters said: Battery-powered car sales were more than 194,000 vehicles by 2020, which had tripled over the same period last year. The executive branch of the EU, the European Commission wants to have at least 30 million zero-emission cars on the road by 2030 as part of the “Smart and Sustainable Mobility Strategy”. About 3 million new electric cars were registered last year, a record number and up 41% from 2019, according to the International Energy Agency. Oliver Falck, Director of the Ifo Center for New Industries and Technologies, sought to emphasize systemic change that has been and is taking place. “The evolution in production figures has shown us that very different parts are needed for electric cars rather than the internal combustion engines,” he said, noting that “this shift has yet to be reflected in the similar level in number of employees ”. https://kinhtexaydung.petrotimes.vn

Mercedes-AMG’s new hybrid supercar has been around since March when the German automaker introduced its Project One hypercar and F1 racing car for the 2021 season. It can be seen that Mercedes is continuing to experiment to perfect the GT 73e. This is confirmed to be the most advanced variant of the next generation Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door and is expected to be officially launched later this year. The Mercedes-AMG GT 73e is developed on a new hybrid technology platform called E Performance. In addition to the GT 4-Door, the new generation C-Class will also have a high-performance variant combining a gasoline engine and an electric motor. The power of the 4-door coupe comes from a twin-turbocharged 4.0L V8 engine and an electric motor developed by AMG, providing a total capacity of 804 hp and maximum torque of 1,001 Nm. This parameter is higher than the 630 hp power of the current Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S version. This model is equipped with a high-performance battery pack, a 2-speed gearbox for an electric motor, a 9-speed AMG Speedshift MCT automatic transmission and shared driving technologies from F1 racing.

Loitering munition (LM) or suicide drones (suicide / kamikaze drones) are weapons systems that hover around to find a target and attack when the target is located. . LM has the advantages of tactical and tactical features, simplicity in production and operation, increasing survivability in combat as well as the ability to destroy targets. It also allows for more selective targeting and actual strike missions can be canceled, revolutionizing the way war is waged in volatile regions of the world. Lancet is equipped with an electric motor with a propeller in the tail and optoelectronic unit in the nose; Source: topwar.ru The LM can be as simple as a drone (UAV) and can even be built from commercial drones, with weapons attached, sent on a suicide mission. in the air for a long period of time before an attack, which simplifies reconnaissance and assault. It allows to promptly attack hidden targets in a short time without having to use expensive weapons (such as rockets, self-propelled guns using smart bullets …). Low cost creates another characteristic advantage that simplifies the organization of large-scale raids aimed at overwhelming enemy air defenses. LMs are made more complex in terms of flight and control capabilities, warhead size and design, body sensors … Some LMs may return and be recalled by the operator if they are not. used in the attack and has enough fuel left. LM first appeared in the 1980s, was used as the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD) against surface-to-air missiles (SAM), and was used by the military in several countries. Entering service in the 1990s. Starting in the 2000s, the LM has been developed and has a construction suitable for wearing in a backpack for additional missions, from long range attacks and fire support. power to short-range, tactical battlefield systems. Lancet – a formidable Russian mobile suicide weapon In fact, the British were the first to come to terms with the LM weapon, but today Russia, Israel and the US are leading the way. Not long ago, the Zala Aero company of Kalashnikov Group (Russia) presented the first suicide weapon “Lancet” (“Ланцет”) – an unmanned aerial vehicle capable of reconnaissance and attack. Assigned public target, capable of completely changing combat operations in the near future. The company’s new product Zala Aero was demonstrated for the first time at the Army-Technical Forum-2019. Each combination includes a control panel providing the ability to receive and process data, as well as transmit commands to the suicide weapon. The Lancet is fabricated in a longitudinal scheme with two X-shaped wing combinations used to reduce the size of the bearing plane while maintaining the required lift; at the same time, it is possible to increase the stiffness of the structure and increase the flight speed. As a rule, Israel’s most famous LM systems built according to the classic airplane scheme have one fundamental drawback: LMs maneuver well along one axis and not maneuver along the other – which reduces the effect of an attack on a moving target. The X-shaped wing map adheres to aerodynamic surfaces, which are characteristic of missiles, overcoming this weakness. Lancet is designed with the optoelectronic unit in the nose and the electric motor connected to the propeller propeller at the tail; Widely used plastic and synthetic materials. Unlike foreign models, Lancet uses two X-shaped wings combinations; Source: topwar.ru The optical device unit has a channel that transmits the signal to the operator console, does not lose video communication with the operator until it is in direct contact with the target. This UAV is also equipped with its own navigation system capable of identifying coordinates from a variety of sources and objects. Flight and targeting can be performed under the control of the operator and independently, or a combination of the two. Experts will track it from the ground through the Russian GLONASS satellite navigation system or its own command-control system. The “Lancet-1” and “Lancet-3” models agreed on the body frame and internal system components, catapulted, capable of reaching speeds of 80-130 km / h. According to the manufacturer, they do not need additional operating facilities on the ground but can locate, communicate, attack targets within a radius of 40 km. When the UAV flies to an altitude of 5 km, it can turn off the main engine but continue to hover, mimicking the behavior of the birds, doing the mission for an additional 3 km at lower altitudes. After that, the UAV restarted the engine and flew again to a height of 5 km. With those unique features, the UAV’s field of view is increased to 1,000 km, far exceeding its counterparts. Lancet-1 has a takeoff weight of 5 kg, is equipped with a 1 kg fragmentation warhead, Lancet-3 weighs 12 kg, carries a 3 kg warhead, and both uses a contact detonator. In terms of power, the warheads of these two LMs are equivalent to medium-sized artillery shells. If the previous generation of Lancet – “Kub” (“Куб”) attacks the target according to specific coordinates, like most foreign UAVs, Lancet does not need any satellite positioning and the accuracy of astonishing hit. What makes this special is that in the event of a loss of contact with the control center, Lancet will switch to automatic target and attack mode. So, even with interference by the enemy, Lancet can still complete the mission. LM can be launched into the air both from the ground and from aircraft carriers at sea, and ships. Lancet chief architect Alexander Zakharov calls these UAVs “aerators” (“воздушноe минированиe”) as the world’s first system designed to defend against UAVs, capable of “drafting” in the air. medium for tens of hours and capable of shooting down UAVs moving at speeds below 300 km / h. Lancet’s design gives it many features and advantages over foreign models; Source: topwar.ru According to the Chief Architect, this “gas” system is being tested, to test the accuracy and combatability of Lancet in real combat conditions against static and dynamic targets; at the moment, it has already killed 100% of its target. According to Zvezda TV, from 2020 until now, both the Russian and Syrian troops have used Lancet to conduct dozens of high-precision attacks on terrorist groups in northeastern Syria. The main feature the designers are working on to improve on is stealth, including “acoustical stealth”, and here thanks to the use of electric motors, the Lancet is unmatched. In addition, the electric motor is more reliable, lighter, more compact, and cheaper. It is believed that laser air defense systems that can burn materials will be highly effective in the fight against drones. Zala Aero has developed new methods of protecting Lancet against such threats – integrating anti-laser protection, but without disclosing details. In the past few years, in the field of reconnaissance and attack, UAVs have made great progress, and a major and important modernization of drones of the Russian armed forces is expected. waiting to take place in the near future. Promising LM models will allow Air Force – Space forces and other structures to acquire fundamentally new capabilities and increase their potential, which will be able to close the gap with major powers. other. However, it takes time, effort and money./.

Smartphone maker Huawei launches the first car model Huawei is best known for making smartphones, but the Chinese tech giant is planning to invest $ 1 billion in research into electric vehicle technology and self-driving cars. As part of that plan, at the ongoing Shanghai Auto Show, Huawei officially introduced its first self-made model, the Huawei Seres SF5. The SF5 stands out with its elongated headlamp, reverse claw, LED daytime running lights and a mesh grille with body color. Hidden door handles in the bodywork with a rounded overall style. Inside the interior compartment, the SF5 is equipped with a digital clock, two-spoke steering wheel, next to a dial selector. The materials used to decorate the cabin include wood and metal. Mood lighting, sunroof, heated front seats, cooling and massage mode are all other options on the car. Huawei can connect to smartphones and automatically deliver music and positioning information between the two sides. Also equipped with voice control technology and audio system with 11 speakers. Engineers also focused on noise and vibration reduction, demonstrated through the addition of double-layered front glass and a variety of damping materials. The interior noise is only 38 dB in idling mode, according to the company. SF5 is also equipped with mm-frequency radar, ultrasonic sensors, a series of cameras, adaptive cruise control, traffic congestion assistance, automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist and collision warning. front. The 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine acts as a generator. The vehicle is equipped with a battery pack that powers two electric motors with a capacity of 543 hp and 820 Nm of torque. SF5 is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km / h in 4.7 seconds. In pure electric mode, the car can run 180 km and with the help of a gas generator, the mileage is more than 1,000 km. Seres SF5 is currently on display at the Shanghai auto show and will be available in Huawei showrooms soon. Expected selling price is 33,356 USD (about 770 million VND) and delivery may start in May. See also some pictures of Huawei Seres SF5:

“We are the first manufacturer in the world to combine the internal combustion engine and the electric motor in a small UAV. In flight, internal combustion engines are not the main engine, they only provide energy. for generators, battery buffers and electric motors with electronic systems working, “said project leader Khamitov. Aero Company’s product. The electric motor increases uptime, making the aircraft quieter enough to perform unexpected secret missions. Meanwhile, similar products using other internal combustion engines can hardly do that. It is known that, before announcing the ZALA 421-16E5G, ZALA Aero Company also made a surprise with ZALA 421-16E5. This UAV is not only capable of operating 16 hours continuously in the air but is also designed to return to base in the event of a loss of contact with the control center. In the UAV’s electronics department there are cameras with high resolution cameras, night vision equipment and thermal imaging equipment. The images are stacked to facilitate terrain monitoring at any time of day. “The design of this UAV model uses unique technology to create a quality and reliable product. The engine management system is completely inside and controls every detail of the aircraft. In addition, the ZALA 421-16E5 can also be deployed from an electrically controlled launch system in special terrain areas. This is a feature that is being developed with attention in new UAV models today. Old drones can only take off at flat runways and are carefully prepared, “said Zala Aero design director Alexander Zakharov. In addition, Mr. Zakharov also ensured that the ZALA 421-16E5 protective and landing gear has a special design to make the process safe. What makes this UAV so special is its ability to return to the base in case something goes wrong with the control system. Zala Aero is a subsidiary of the Kalashnikov group mainly develops and manufactures air reconnaissance and reconnaissance weapons. The company’s main products include UAVs, helicopters and hot air balloons.

Lexus LF-Z Concept length x width x height is 4,880 x 1,960 x 1,600 mm respectively, wheelbase 2,950 mm, weight 2,100 kg. This helps the car have a low center of gravity while reducing vibration and noise in the cabin.

The interior of the Lexus LF-Z Concept is followed “Tazuna” language, which means reins in Japanese, is heavily aimed at the driver. This design is inspired by the relationship between humans and horses, communicating through a reins.

The car has an airy space, the cabin is minimalistic and has artificial intelligence (AI) acting as a virtual assistant of the driver. High-end sound system made by Mark Levinson.

AI technology will learn driver behavior, provide driver assistance through voice communication. Lexus believes it will help the driver control the car more efficiently, such as directions, traffic information …

Clock and touchscreen share one module. Functional controls are located around the steering wheel area for easy operator operation.

Lexus LF-Z Concept is equipped with 4-wheel drive system, trade name is DIRECT4, this system can control the electric motor independently, control front / rear wheels separately. Therefore, the car can customize front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or two-wheel drive depending on traffic situations.

In addition, torque distribution systems, throttle control or steering wheel control can help the car have better steering reflexes, narrower steering angles but for precise cornering.

Powering the Lexus LF-Z Electrified is a Lithium-ion battery, liquid-cooled, with a capacity of 90 Kw / h; produces a maximum capacity of 536 hp and maximum torque of 700 Nm. Acceleration from 0-100 km / h in 3 seconds, maximum speed 200 km / h. The vehicle is equipped with a charger with a charging speed of 150 kW and a travel distance of 600 km.

Lexus aims to introduce 20 new or upgraded models, of which 10 are hybrid, plug-in hybrid or fully electric by 2025.

VinFast VF e34 is the smallest model among 3 “rookie” that the Vietnamese automaker will sell in the US market. This SUV was introduced in Vietnam and received a deposit from the end of March, the car is priced at 690 million dong. VinFast VF e34 is an electric car model in segment C, was announced in January this year under the code name VF31. In the US, the model that VinFast VF e34 is closest to is the Tesla Model Y ($ 39,990-59,990).

The car has a pure SUV design. The appearance is not too angular, instead it is a combination of curves to create blocks. VinFast VF e34 has a wheelbase of 2,611 mm, length x width x height, respectively 4,300 x 1,793 x 1,613 mm, ground clearance 180 mm, unladen weight 1,490 kg.

VF e34 is equipped with an electric motor with a maximum capacity of 110 kW (147.5 hp), maximum torque of 242 Nm and front-wheel drive. The car uses a 42 kWh battery, which can travel 300 km after each full charge. In fast charging mode, VinFast Vf e34 can travel 180 km after 15 minutes of charging.

The interior of VinFast VF e34 has the distinctive design of 5-seater SUVs. Leather seats, integrated steering wheel function buttons. In-car entertainment system includes a 10-inch vertical touchscreen, compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 7-inch TFT LCD dial. The center console also has a number of controls and knobs.

Meanwhile, VinFast VF e35 is in the D-class SUV segment. This model has just been introduced on Youtube channel VinFast USA. VF e35 has a design that does not differ too much from the VF32 – the preview of this model. The car still bears the Vietnamese automaker’s DNA with daylight strip and long tail lights, forming a V-shape. The front light system is separated but the main light is not too far from daylight like VF e34.

Compared with the “junior” VF e34, this model has a more sturdy and aggressive appearance thanks to the cut-outs at the top. The rear lights have a familiar design, point-like on two sides and connected to each other.

The interior of the VF e35 looks quite modern with a large 15.4-inch central screen. The car does not have a clock behind the wheel. This information is integrated with the left part of the central screen. There is also information that VinFast will equip the HUD screen for the VF e35. The traditional gear lever is replaced with a set of shift knobs located in the central control area. In addition, the electric car model for the US market also has an interior backlight system, a large sunroof.

In the US, the VF e35 uses two electric motors located on two wheel axes, producing a total capacity of 402 hp and 640 Nm of torque. Comes with a 90 kWh battery pack, this model has a maximum range of more than 500 km. VinFast has not specifically announced the autonomous level of the VF e35. It is highly likely that this model can reach 2-3 autonomous levels.

The largest model among the 3 “rookie” of VinFast in the US is the VF e36. The teaser video introducing this model was also posted on VinFast USA’s Youtube channel. The VF e36 has not been shown yet, but chances are it won’t be much different from the VF33 preview released back in January.

This SUV has an overall length of 5,120 mm, the wheelbase reaches 3,150 mm. Although classified as an E-class SUV with the Ford Explorer, the size of the VF e36 is comparable to larger models such as the Ford Expedition, Chevrolet Traverse, Hyundai Palisade or Kia Telluride. This is considered an advantage of the VF e36 in the US market when there is no electric car in this segment.

The interior of the VF e36 has not been announced yet. But based on the image of VF33 it can be seen that it is quite simple. Some of the highlights of the car are the large center screen, gear shift buttons and interior backlighting system. There is also no dashboard behind the wheel, information will be displayed on the HUD screen.

VinFast VF e36 is equipped with 2 electric motors, each with a capacity of 201 horsepower, for a total capacity of 402 horsepower. The 106 kWh battery pack provides a range of up to 550 km – longer than one of the most powerful electric vehicles today, the Tesla Model S Long Range (525 km). In addition, the car has self-propelled level 3. The rival of the VF e36 in the US is the Tesla Model X, priced at $ 105,000, most likely the SUV from Vietnam will cost less than $ 100,000 to increase its competitiveness painting.