Back in July, British “axial-flux” electric motor startup YASA was acquired by Mercedes-Benz for an undisclosed amount. YASA’s electric motors generated considerable EV industry interest because of their efficiency, high power density, small size and low weight. Indeed, Rolls-Royce, best known in aviation for its jet engines, employed YASA engines in its all-electric airplane “Spirit […]
Rolls-Royce’s all-electric aircraft completes 15-minute maiden voyage
Rolls-Royce, best known in aviation for its jet engines, has taken an all-electric airplane on its maiden voyage. The “Spirit of Innovation” completed a 15 minute flight.
UK travel-led firms get £2bn boost as Covid rules eased for US and EU arrivals
British Airways, easyJet and Rolls-Royce among the day’s biggest stock market winnersCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageNearly £2bn was added to the value of UK airlines and tourism companies on Wednesday after ministers decide…