GM EVs can now charge at over 17,800 Tesla Superchargers Most Superchargers will require an adapter Unlike Ford and Rivian, GM charges $225 for the adapter General Motors on Wednesday announced that it will begin shipping North American Charging Standard (NACS) adapters that will give its EV owners access to more than 17,800 Tesla Supercharger DC… Read more…
EV Tire Maintenance Tips: Keeping Your Tires In Top Condition For Optimal Performance
Maintaining your EV’s tires is one of the best ways to ensure the best range, the most comfortable ride, and the highest possible level of safety Read more…
Smart Freight Centre introduces heavy-duty shipping coalition
Non-profit organization Smart Freight Centre announced the launch of a shipper-carrier coalition to accelerate heavy-duty EV deployment. The goal is to support emissions free heavy-duty logistics operations shipping and the expansion of the necessary charging infrastructure. Read more…
Audi is looking for an investor for its plant in Brussels
According to Audi Board Member for Production Gerd Walker, the Ingolstadt-based car manufacturer no longer sees any use for its factory in Brussels, which is threatened with closure, and is therefore now looking for an investor. Audi is currently building the electric Q8 e-tron there, but its next generation will roll off the production line in Mexico. Read more…
Bo M electric scooter
A company that aims to make its e-scooter a serious, roadgoing magic carpet explains
its vision to Peter Donaldson
With a side profile reminiscent of a boomerang and a sleek, unadorned, metallic finish, the ‘M’ stand-up electric scooter from Bo has a distinctive appearance that hints at a fresh approach to an increasingly popular category of minimalist, powered two-wheeler. Read more…
CATL unveils mammoth 600 kWh battery and swap system for it
CATL is having a very busy week. Only a couple of days ago we reported on the company unveiling its latest battery technology designed for buses. The company now unveiled the Tectrans–T battery at the IAA show in Hanover, Germany. With a colossal 600 kWh capacity, this battery can enable some very decent autonomy for electrical trucks. CATL is offering… Read more…
New EV embodies Lotus’ sports car vision
Lotus has unveiled the study of a purely electric high-performance sports car. The Theory 1 is a three-seater racing car with a 736 kW all-wheel drive. Lotus wants the concept to be seen as the embodiment of its vision of future intelligent high-performance vehicles. Read more…
More electric cars than petrol cars in Norway for the first time
It is a milestone in the electrification of road transport: Norway is the first country in which more electric cars than petrol cars are registered. However, vehicles with diesel engines are still in the lead. Read more…
GM releases its approved NACS adapter, giving its drivers access to Tesla’s charging network
More than a year after legacy automakers announced a transition from the CCS charging port to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS), GM EV customers are finally able to purchase an approved adapter and gain access to hundreds of thousands of Tesla chargers. Read more…
How To Charge A General Motors EV On A Tesla Supercharger
Welcome to the world of Tesla Supercharging, Chevy and Cadillac drivers. Here’s how to do it. Read more…
Chevy Bolt Owners Need Dealer Service To Use Tesla Chargers
While newer GM owners only need to order their adapters, Bolt owners have to make an extra stop. Read more…
Nio starts deliveries of new ES8 in Europe
Nio began deliveries of the new ES8 — known locally as the EL8 — in Europe, after launching the electric SUV there three months ago. Read more…
In conversation: Neil Yates
Rory Jackson learns the success of a leading skateboard developer.
With effectively all automotive OEMs now shifting focus from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to e-mobility, an eye for emerging trends across the industry and its markets has become critically. Read more…
USA: New Jersey launches new income-based EV subsidy scheme
The US state of New Jersey has announced the income-based incentive programme ‘Charge Up+.’ It is an addition to the ‘Charge Up’ programme and US Federal tax credit, meaning low-income households can receive up to 4,000 dollars in rebates from the state. Read more…
ZF introduces hydrogen component at the IAA
ZF presented a hydrogen recirculation blower at the IAA Transportation. The product was developed to optimise the hydrogen content of fuel cell vehicles and thus improve consumption and performance. Read more…
Tesla patents wireless charging system
Tesla has patented a wireless EV charging system, indicating that the company is preparing to commercialize tech that’s been hinting at for years as a possible addition to its electric vehicles. A patent filing was spotted by Twitter (now known as X) user SETI Park. It was filed by Tesla Feb. 2 and published by the World Intellectual Property… Read more…
Tesla Superchargers Finally Open To General Motors’ EVs
The chargers are open, but that doesn’t mean you can charge today. Read more…
Rivian R1S, R1T Available As Certified Pre-Owned EVs For As Low As $62,000
The cars are inspected by Rivian and come with a factory warranty. Read more…
The Battery Show Europe show report
Peter Donaldson highlights some hot discoveries at Battery Show Europe.
In June, Stuttgart Messe played host to the Battery Show Europe, an event that highlighted advanced manufacturing and developments in easing the dismantling of battery packs at the end of their first life, as well as innovative battery architectures, vehicle designs and componentry. Read more…
bp pulse teams up with LAZ parking in the USA to build chargers
LAZ Parking, the largest privately owned parking operator in the United States, has entered into an agreement with BP Pulse to collaborate in the development, deployment, and operation of ultra-fast public charging hubs at LAZ-managed locations. Read more…
