It’s a turbulent time for Tesla, the EV giant once hailed as a disruptor, now struggling to maintain its dominance. The company hit a speed bump in the first quarter of 2024, when revenues saw a 9% drop – its worst performance since 2012. But there’s a flicker of hope: CEO Elon Musk’s hinted at a new affordable EV model… Read more…
World premiere of the Mini Aceman: Mini launches first all-electric model
Mini already offers the Cooper and Countryman with electric drives, but both models are also available with combustion engines. With the Aceman, the British BMW brand has unveiled its first all-electric model series. We have the data from the premiere in Beijing! Read more…
Mitie fleet hits 5,000 electric vehicle milestone
The British energy service provider Mitie has added the 5,000th electric vehicle to its fleet. Two thirds of the Mitie fleet are now purely electric, and the conversion of the fleet is due to be completed by the end of 2025. Read more…
Fisker could file for bankruptcy protection by mid-May
The struggling electric car manufacturer Fisker is facing bankruptcy within 30 days. The company warns of this in a notification to the US Securities and Exchange Commission. A necessary investor is still not in sight. Read more…
Mercedes presents the electric G-Class
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the electric G-Class in the run-up to Auto China – as has become apparent, the model will not be sold as the EQG but as the “G 580 with EQ Technology”. However, nothing has changed in terms of technology compared to the EQG concept. There are four electric motors close to the wheels. Read more…
Volkswagen ID. Code Concept Has A GTI Robot Vacuum Cleaner That Picks Up Your Mess
VW’s latest show car gives us a glimpse into the future of its electric SUVs, AI-generated co-pilot included. Read more…
Future Electric Mercedes Cars Will Be Named ‘With EQ Technology’
Say goodbye, eventually, to the “EQE” and “EQS” naming scheme. Mercedes is sticking with the iconic names you know and love for future EVs. Read more…
The Volvo EX30 Is Already A Sales Hit
The Swedish-based automaker also delivered one million electrified vehicles globally through March 2024. Read more…
Li Auto to plug into Huawei’s charging network
The Li Auto App’s charging map will soon have access to nearly 200 Huawei supercharging stations, the company said. Read more…
BMW gives the i4 a facelift and a new all-wheel-drive model
BMW presents a slightly revised version of the 4 Series Gran Coupé and its electric version, the i4, at Auto China in Beijing. There are fresh design accents and an additional drive variant in the case of the i4. Read more…
Volkswagen study ID. Code gives outlook on China SUV
Volkswagen has high hopes for the upcoming electric vehicle offensive in China from 2026, when the vehicles from the Xpeng cooperation and those based on the China Main Platform will debut. The German carmaker thus designed its own concept, the ID. Code, to introduce the new design language for EVs for China. Read more…
Factorial Energy and LG Chem forge solid-state battery alliance
The solid-state battery developer Factorial Energy and LG Chem have announced that they are working together on new battery materials. Building on this, both sides also want to hold talks on the licensing of solid-state battery technologies and material supplies at a later date. The aim is to lead the way in the commercialisation of solid-state batteries. Read more…
BETA hits its latest eVTOL milestone, transitioning mid-air with a pilot onboard [Video]
Electric aircraft developer BETA Technologies has shared video footage of its ALIA eVTOL transitioning from vertical takeoff to forward propulsion in its latest test video. This is a key milestone as the company seeks certification for the aircraft ahead of several use cases. Read more…
All-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology possesses uncompromising off-road capabilities
The all-new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology (combined energy consumption: 30.3-27.7 kWh/100 km | combined CO₂ emissions: 0 g/km | CO₂ class: A | UK figures may vary)1 is fully in keeping with the tradition of the model series established in 1979. Like the conventionally powered models, it is based on a ladder-frame concept, a selectable LOW RANGE off-road gear reduction system, independent front suspension and a rigid axle at the rear. Read more…
Mercedes reinvents an icon – electric G-Wagen arrives with power and panache
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, better known as the G-Wagen, is renowned for its uncompromising luxury and off-road prowess. Now, Mercedes is shaking up this automotive legend with the all-electric G 580 with EQ Technology. This electric powerhouse boasts jaw-dropping performance figures, off-road wizardry, and a surprising new name to reflect its unique technological character. Gone is the roaring internal combustion engine,… Read more…
Hyundai Mobis starts building battery plant for VW in Spain
Hyundai Mobis has started construction of a plant in Spain for the production of battery systems for the Volkswagen Group. The plant in Navarra is scheduled to go into operation in 2026 and will supply up to 360,000 battery systems per year for the Volkswagen Group’s future small electric cars, which will be manufactured at the factory in Pamplona, 14 kilometres away. Read more…
China’s NEV retail at 420,000 in Apr 1-21, down 2% from same period last month
China’s retail penetration of NEVs was 49.3 percent in April 1-21 and 38.56 percent year-to-date. Read more…
Tesla revamps the Model 3 Performance
Tesla has unveiled the new Model 3 Performance. Since the switch to the revised ‘Highland’, there has been no Performance version of the Tesla Model 3 – until now. And the most powerful Model 3 now differs noticeably from the basic versions. Read more…
2024 Beijing auto show: Here’s what you can expect from Nio
The 2024 ET7 will be officially launched and the updated ES7 will make its debut at the Beijing auto show, with deliveries of both models set to begin on April 30. Read more…
Bosch chooses DELO adhesives for mild-hybrid system
With 48 V batteries able to reduce vehicle carbon emissions by up to 15%, Bosch offers manufacturers a powerful solution with its mild-hybrid battery. An adhesive from DELO plays a substantial role in its integration. Read more…
