News aggregator on electric cars and electric vehicles (cars, motorcycles, boats, planes).

News aggregator on electric cars and electric vehicles (cars, motorcycles, boats, planes).

Ineos postpones electric off-road vehicle indefinitely

By electrive.com 07/05/2024 - 11:05 07/05/2024 Electrive

The British manufacturer Ineos is postponing the launch of its announced electric off-road vehicle Fusilier until further notice. After two combustion models, it would have been the off-road brand’s first electric vehicle. Contract manufacturer Magna is also affected by this decision. Read more…

BREAKING: Nio CFO Steven Feng resigns

By cnevpost 07/05/2024 - 10:09 07/07/2024 CnEVPost

Nio promotes Qu Yu, Senior Vice President of Finance, as new CFO. Read more…

BYD Denza Z9GT’s interior revealed – there’s even a fridge on board

By arenaevcom 07/05/2024 - 10:08 07/05/2024 ArenaEV

BYD’s premium brand, Denza, is about to release its new flagship sedan, the Z9GT. Set for an official launch at the end of this year, the Z9GT promises a blend of technology, comfort, and performance. The company took to social media and revealed Z9GT’s cabin. It features three screens in the front – a horizontal center screen, an instrument screen,… Read more…

BYD selects Ayvens as European sales partner

By electrive.com 07/05/2024 - 10:07 07/05/2024 Electrive

The French mobility brand Ayvens from ALD Automotive and Leaseplan will become BYD’s sales partner in Europe. Both parties will initially focus on France and the Benelux countries. Further expansion into additional European markets will follow. Read more…

Porsche considers acquiring a stake in Varta battery subsidiary V4Drive

By electrive.com 07/05/2024 - 10:06 07/05/2024 Electrive

Porsche is considering acquiring a majority stake in the electric car battery business of ailing battery manufacturer Varta. According to media reports, both sides are currently negotiating about V4Drive, Varta’s subsidiary for electric car batteries. Read more…

Multiple state-owned firms in Shanghai buy Tesla Model Y to show support for foreign automakers

By cnevpost 07/05/2024 - 09:35 07/07/2024 CnEVPost

Multiple state-owned enterprises in Shanghai have purchased Tesla Model Ys as part of the city’s efforts to optimize business environment and demonstrate equal treatment for domestic and foreign companies. Read more…

Hyundai to halve slow charging time in future EVs

By electrive.com 07/05/2024 - 09:08 07/05/2024 Electrive

Hyundai plans to reduce the slow charging time of its EVs by half compared to current levels. Thus, future Hyundai EVs could charge significantly faster through home and office chargers. Read more…

Tesla gets preliminary approval for expansion of Grünheide plant

By electrive.com 07/05/2024 - 09:08 07/05/2024 Electrive

Tesla is allowed to grow its German Gigafactory in Grünheide outside of Berlin. The state authorities have approved the carmaker’s application. The expansion involves construction work on the existing site – not to be confused with an externally planned freight station, which recently caused unrest. Read more…

Porsche recalls 17,278 imported Taycan EVs in China due to brake system defect

By cnevpost 07/05/2024 - 08:36 07/05/2024 CnEVPost

Due to design reasons, these vehicles may experience brake fluid leakage, which can lead to reduced braking effectiveness and longer braking distances. Read more…

Vector and AST offer plug-and-play DC meters charging solution

By E-Mobility Engineering 07/05/2024 - 05:36 07/05/2024 E-Mobility Engineering

Software and charging controller manufacturer Vector and sensor specialist AST International are offering a joint solution for the development of DC charging stations, which ensures the compatibility of the communication protocols of the Vector vSECC (Supply Equipment Communication Controller) and the AST DC Meter. Read more…

BYD Denza reveals Z9GT interior details, formal launch due at year-end

By cnevpost 07/05/2024 - 03:37 07/05/2024 CnEVPost

The Z9GT, Denza’s luxury flagship sedan model, made its debut at the Beijing auto show at the end of April, and its official launch is set to be at the end of this year. Read more…

China EV price competition ‘eases…for now,’ says Morgan Stanley

By cnevpost 07/05/2024 - 03:08 07/05/2024 CnEVPost

BYD’s blended price rose 1 percent month-on-month in June, while those of Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto remained stable. Read more…

Tesla Shanghai plant received EU inspectors, which could lead to lower duty, report says

By cnevpost 07/05/2024 - 02:12 07/05/2024 CnEVPost

Such an inspection could lead to Tesla receiving a lower duty than the average of 21 percent, as only individually verified producers receive their own duty, Politico said. Read more…

This VinFast VF8 Ownership Review Is Surprisingly Positive

By insideevs.com 07/04/2024 - 20:35 07/04/2024 Insideevs (en)

Despite some noticeable glitches, Out Of Spec host Francie has enjoyed using the VF8 for six months. Read more…

Mini John Cooper Works E Prototype charges into the electric era

By arenaevcom 07/04/2024 - 20:07 07/04/2024 ArenaEV

The Goodwood Festival of Speed will witness the introduction of Mini’s JCW E Prototype, the first-ever all-electric model in the high-performance John Cooper Works lineup. The prototype is set to take the famed hill climb, giving spectators a preview of the electric future that awaits JCW enthusiasts. The prototype pays tribute to the 1964 Monte Carlo Rally-winning Mini Cooper S… Read more…

Save up to $2,899 during EcoFlow Prime Day power station sale, Best Buy July 4th EV deals, Jackery roam kit at new low, more

By electrek.co 07/04/2024 - 20:05 07/04/2024 Electrek

Happy Independence Day y’all! To celebrate America’s birthday, we’ve got some amazing Green Deals for you at some of the lowest prices we’ve seen – some old, some new, all of them here to give you back major savings! Leading the pack is EcoFlow’s Early Prime Day sale that is taking up to $2,899 off the company’s lineup of power stations, bundle packages, accessories, and more – with extra savings opportunities. Next up is Best Buy’s 4th of July EV sale taking up to $900 off e-scooters and e-bikes, with the Segway Ninebot Max G2 Electric Kick Scooter down at $900. Then, there’s the Jackery Solar Generator 1000 Plus Roam Kit with mountable solar panels that just hit a new $979 low. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, including Aventon’s 4th of July sale that is giving away a free extra battery for doubled mileage along with your purchase of a select e-bike. Read more…

Tesla is not expected to invest into India soon as Musk ghosts officials

By electrek.co 07/04/2024 - 20:05 07/04/2024 Electrek

Tesla is not expected to invest in India anytime soon as a new report states that Elon Musk’s team is ghosting Indian officials about the project. Read more…

Testing the Kia EV9 – the South Korean luxury SUV

By electrive.com 07/04/2024 - 19:38 07/04/2024 Electrive

Five metres long, weighing 2.6 tonnes: the Kia EV9 probably fulfils the most common SUV clichés. And it costs over 80,000 euros – for a Kia! Over more than 1,000 test kilometres, we sought an answer to the question of whether a car like the EV9 is really necessary – and whether a Kia is really worth that much money.