Amid a shifting strategy, Ford (F) reported first-quarter earnings Wednesday, beating analyst expectations. However, due to fierce pricing pressure, Ford’s EV revenue fell 84% in Q1 2024. Read more…
Production Kia EV3 Compact EV Reveals Its Silhouette In First Teaser
The EV3 will be about the size of the Kia Niro and should be priced from around $30,000. Read more…
ORNL researchers work to enhance EV charging reliability
As driver uncertainty about access to EV charging remains a barrier to broader EV adoption, researchers at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are developing algorithms and multilayered communication and control systems designed to make EV chargers operate more reliably, even during electrical grid voltage drops or disturbances. Researchers have identified two key causes of… Read more…
Synop’s new Fleet Driver Mobile App streamlines charging access for fleet EVs
EV fleet solution provider Synop has launched a new app designed to further streamline EV charge management for its customers. The new Fleet Driver Mobile App will provide Managed Access Charging functionality to EV fleets. Synop’s fleet customers typically give their drivers RFID cards that grant them access to on-site chargers. However, these cards are… Read more…
Teslas Have Cheapest 10-Year Maintenance Costs: Consumer Reports
Tesla beats out Toyota on estimated maintenance and repair costs, according to a new study. Read more…
Modern EV Batteries Rarely Fail: Study
The stats were worrying initially, but things improved significantly after 2015. Read more…
Elon Musk Is Bored Of The Car Industry. That’s A Problem For Tesla
It is entirely possible that Tesla could kick off a new autonomy arms race for the 2020s. But it has to get there first. Read more…
We’re At This Year’s Beijing Auto Show. What Do You Want To Know?
There are hundreds of exhibitors this year, with tons of Chinese and foreign brands fighting hard in a highly competitive EV market. Read more…
MKBHD Says Toyota BZ4X Is A Good Electric Car But It Has One Big Flaw
The tech reviewer spent over a week with a Toyota bZ4X and he really liked it except for its limited range, especially in winter. Read more…
The Mini Aceman unveiled – an electric crossover with 400km+ range
The new Mini Aceman is the brand’s first electric crossover model. It’s a small but mighty EV that promises to combine Mini’s signature go-kart handling, an immersive digital experience, and ample space in a compact package. With up to 406 km of driving range, it does look like an ideal EV for both navigating city streets and venturing beyond urban… Read more…
Daimler/Traton/Volvo JV opens heavy-duty EV charging hubs in France and Sweden
Milence, an EV charging joint venture of Daimler Truck, the TRATON Group and Volvo, has expanded its operations to the French and Swedish markets. In late 2023, Milence opened its first charging hub in Venlo, the Netherlands. Now the company has opened a charging hub in Heudebouville, 40 km south of the city of Rouen…. Read more…
ZAPBATT introduces battery operating system for Toshiba’s lithium titanium oxide technology
Battery manufacturer ZAPBATT has developed its Battery Operating System (bOS) in a strategic partnership with Toshiba, initially focused on Toshiba’s battery SCiB lithium titanium oxide (LTO) chemistry for integration across several applications, including EVs. ZAPBATT’s bOS is a battery management system, which enables the adoption of optimal battery chemistries without significant investment in battery infrastructure… Read more…
I went to China to witness the secrets of micromobility factories. Here’s what’s coming
I’ve spent many years covering just about every awesome light electric vehicle that has come out of China, from e-bikes and e-scooters to more obscure rides like electric three-wheelers and more. After over a decade in the digital trenches, I’ve felt mighty overdue for a firsthand look at where these fun and functional personal electric vehicles come from. So I made the trip to China and snuck my way behind the scenes at a number of factories to check out some of the biggest and most important players in the industry. Read more…
Tesla gives update on Cybertruck, 1,000 in a week
Tesla has released a rare update on Cybertruck production – confirming the production of 1,000 Cybertruck in a week. Read more…
EPA announces $1B in grants for electric school buses and heavy-duty vehicles
Today, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced nearly $1 billion in grants to replace gas heavy-duty vehicles and school buses with electric vehicles. Read more…
BYD teases bold Ocean-M electric car powered by its new EV platform
Another fully electric BYD vehicle is set to debut this week. Ahead of its official reveal, BYD is teasing the upcoming Ocean-M electric car, which will be based on its new EV platform. Read more…
Fisker Burned Through Nearly $1 Billion In 2023
The California-based EV maker delivered fewer than 200 Ocean crossovers after it cut prices by up to $24,000 last month. Read more…
Tesla Is Losing Market Share. This Is How Much It’s Down
In Q1 2024, Tesla’s growth pace continued to cool off while new competitors step up. Read more…
Why The Base 2024 Lucid Air Is The One To Get
The $250,000, Sapphire edition is face-meltingly quick and fun. But the entry-level Pure is what we’d recommend. Read more…
Polestar 4 is now available in the US, starting at $54,900
Following the official announcement of the Polestar 4 in the US back in March, the performance SUV is now available for purchase and deliveries have begun. The vehicle is offered in two main options – Long range Single motor and Long range Dual motor, each one available with optional Pilot Pack, Pro Pack or Plus Pack. There’s also a Performance… Read more…
