Volkswagen, the renowned German automaker, is seemingly recalibrating its approach to electric vehicle production. In a move that has the industry’s attention, the company is reportedly bringing an end to the ID.3 electric vehicle production at its iconic Dresden Transparent Factory. The Dresden Transparent Factory, standing as a testament to architectural prowess with its clear glass walls, has seen the birth of several Volkswagen marvels over the years. But like all things, change is the only constant. Reliable sources, as cited by Automobilwoche, suggest that this decision falls under… More…

The Biden administration’s commitment to electric vehicles and their associated charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly palpable. Beyond the focus on deploying new chargers, the White House recently unveiled plans to invest €93 million in replacing those pesky EV chargers that are, well, just plain unreliable. The White House excitedly beckoned applications for this funding, all under the guise of the newly christened program – the Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator. Mark your calendars, applicants; the deadline is a looming November… More…

After a very insightful report from Recurrent Auto on the effects of fast charging on battery longevity, the firm has published another research looking into climate effects on battery health. The study uses data from 12,500 Tesla Model Y vehicles in the US and assigns a range score for each vehicle from 2020, which tracks battery retention in different states across the country. A clear correlation between better battery longevity in colder states is observed, with the northern Model Ys getting an average longevity score of 95, while the southernmost parts of the country get 92… More…

Electric vehicles are not just the rides of tomorrow; they could well be the undisputed kings of the road in less than a decade. According to a report by the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), the quiet hum of EVs, notable for their low decibels and distinct torque, might dominate our streets, holding a global market share of anywhere between 62-86% by 2030. Now, take a moment to digest that. If you rewind to 2020, only 5% of cars sold were electric. This figure almost tripled to 14% in 2022. So, what sparked this dramatic surge? China and Northern Europe have emerged as frontrunners in… More…

The word in the auto world is that Stellantis is gearing up to drop a cool €1 billion in its Spanish facilities located in Vigo and Zaragoza. The goal? To jumpstart the production of electric vehicles, specifically small cars. These electric gems will be constructed on the STLA Small platform, a new introduction to the company’s lineup of electric vehicle platforms. To add a twist to the tale, Madrid, despite being one of the iconic cities in Spain, will be left out of this electric party. Madrid’s facility, the smallest of Stellantis’s three plants in the country, hasn’t made the cut for… More…