As the president of Toyota’s new BEV factory, which launched in May, Takero Kato has a big weight on his shoulders. In a recent interview, Kato explained how the brand’s first electric sedan, a collaboration with BYD, will help with its next-gen EVs. Read more…
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Kia shows its EV3 and EV4 concepts at LA Auto Show
Kia introduced its EV3 small SUV and EV4 sedan concepts, which are expected to become the next additions to the company’s EV lineup, to the US at the LA Auto Show today. Read more…
Archer Aviation expands UAE presence with purchase plan up to 100 eVTOLs valued at $500M
One month to the day after announcing a partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to launch its initial eVTOL operations in the Middle East, advanced air mobility developer Archer Aviation is celebrating another potential deal worth up to $500 million. Here’s the latest. Read more…
Amazon launches online vehicle sales, starting with Hyundai next year
You will soon be able to buy your next car on Amazon. Amazon is launching online vehicle sales, starting with Hyundai next year.. Read more…
Toyota signs deal to buy recycled battery components from Redwood Materials
Today Toyota and leading recycling specialist Redwood Materials announced a new expansion that brings the messy and complicated global supply chain of battery components one step closer to a circular battery ecosystem, all on American soil. Read more…
Volkswagen’s EV woes worsen with another shift cut over slowing demand
In what’s beginning to sound like a broken record, Volkswagen is cutting EV production over slowing demand for its electric models. Volkswagen’s EV woes worsen as the automaker struggles to keep up with Tesla.. Read more…
Lucid unveils Gravity SUV with 440 mile range, starting under $80k… oh, and it has a frunk seat
As this article goes live onto the interwebs, American EV automaker Lucid Motors is pulling the cloak off its second model and first-ever SUV – the Gravity. Today’s unveiling at AutoMobility LA is years in the making and represents the next chapter for Lucid, who looks to garner a larger audience of American consumers with its encore EV. Lots to unfold here, including some video footage you can peep below, so let’s dig in. Read more…
$3.5 billion of new federal funding for US battery manufacturing announced
As part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Biden administration announced that a new round of federal funds to support the US battery manufacturing industry is becoming available. This $3.5 billion package is the second part of a large $6 billion-plus program that awarded funds to its first applicants last year. Read more…
First flying electric ferry completes passenger test flights, starts serial production
The Swedish electric boatmaker Candela has just announced the successful completion of test flights for the Candela P-12. The flying electric ferry is now headed for serial production ahead of its upcoming commercial rollout. Read more…
Paris wants to punish big SUVs by charging them more for parking
Fresh on the heels of its ban on rental e-scooters, Paris is now targeting “auto-besity” by enforcing substantially higher parking fees for SUVs, and that includes large electric and hybrid ones too. Read more…
Overair looks to bring eVTOL operations to Texas, working with City of Arlington and DFW Airport
Less than a month after announcing three separate partnerships to establish electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) operations in South Korea, zero-emission aviation developer Overair is turning its sights back on its native US. Today, Overair has shared news of two separate memorandums to research, develop, and implement eVTOL operations in North Texas. Read more…
The perfect European runabout: This new Twingo is so ’90s, and all electric
After referring to its upcoming tiny city EV as the “Legend,” French automaker Renault has officially unveiled what is now the all-electric Twingo and released some photos. And from the looks of it, this sweet little teal number, set to be released in 2026, takes a heap of inspiration from its original ’90s hatchback. Read more…
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N makes North American debut ahead of 2023 LA Auto Show and it’s a beaut
Nearly 18-months after the initial announcement of a new “N” performance line of EVs beginning with the IONIQ 5, Hyundai has brought its souped up model stateside to kickoff 2023’s AutoMobility LA event in California. Here’s the latest. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 15, 2023
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
Even the Vatican is going all-electric after VW scores deal to replace entire fleet with EVs
The Vatican City State, home to the Pope, will replace its entire fleet of vehicles with EVs by 2030. Volkswagen will deliver fully electric cars, including the ID.3 and ID.4, to the Vatican State to support its transition to EVs.. Read more…
Domino’s to use this flashy new delivery electric bike with a built-in pizza oven
Your next Domino’s pizza delivery could be a lot cooler… and hotter! The company is rolling out an impressive-looking new delivery e-bike with a built-in pizza oven. The bike is known as the dxb and it could turn pizza delivery on its head. Read more…
Tesla releases update with new way to activate Autopilot/FSD and separate backseat audio
Tesla has started to release a new software update that introduces a simpler way to activate Autopilot and/or Full Self-Driving Beta and also enables separate backseat audio via Bluetooth headphones. Read more…
Which EVs charge the fastest? Hyundai, Kia, and Porsche lead in new charging test
Charging speed can be a big part of buying an electric vehicle. Are you wondering which EVs charge the fastest? A new Edmunds EV charging test shows Hyundai, Kia, and Porsche electric cars top the list. Check out the full list below. Read more…
Michigan is about to pass a 100% clean electricity by 2040 law
Michigan will become the 12th state to pass landmark legislation that sets a 100% clean electricity deadline for utilities.. Read more…
Ford Raptor R proves no match for the Hummer EV (even with help) in a drag race [video]
In a battle of the beasts, the Ford Raptor R went head to head against the all-electric GMC Hummer EV to see who was fastest. Who do you think came out on top?. Read more…