Chinese battery suppliers are making their wares cheaper and faster. Two of the country’s largest battery-makers have announced plans to release EV batteries supporting 6C fast charging this year. CarNewsChina reports that BYD will launch its Blade 2.0 battery in the second half of the year, and CATL will launch its Qilin 2.0 battery by… Read more…
FLO secures $136 million for North American EV charging network expansion
FLO, a Canada-headquartered EV charging network and infrastructure supplier, has secured $136 million in long-term capital, principally from a Series E equity financing led by Export Development Canada. Other participants were Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec; Investissement Québec, as an agent of the Québec government; Business Development Bank of Canada; Energy Impact Partners;… Read more…
Here’s How The Tesla Cybertruck’s Rear Bumper Holds Up In A Crash
The Cybertruck owner fixed a crack on the plastic rear bumper (the only damage from the crash) himself. Read more…
Charging At Electrify America Is Improving
EA is pouring money into making its fast chargers more reliable, and it’s working. Read more…
Tesla patents auto sanitization system for its robotaxi cars
Tesla has applied for a patent on an automated sanitization system for its upcoming robotaxi self-driving electric cars. Read more…
Kia’s new EV3 secures over 10,000 reservations: Is this the affordable EV game changer?
Kia’s new low-cost electric SUV has already secured over 10,000 reservations in its home market. Kia sees the EV3 as a potential “game changer” with climbing demand for affordable electric options. Read more…
Watch Three Expensive Gas SUVs Get Beat By A Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
The drivers in the tuned SUVs had plenty of time to admire the electric crossover’s taillight design. Read more…
Here’s How The Tesla Robotaxi Might Clean Itself
A patent filing reveals cutting-edge self-cleaning techniques Tesla intends to use on its robotaxi fleet. Read more…
Eaton introduces 48 V DC-DC converter for off-highway vehicles in harsh environments
Power management company Eaton has introduced a higher-capacity version of its 48 V DC-DC converter. The new converter has up to 40 A of output current capacity and is intended for installation in on- and off-highway vehicles. It is hardened for use in harsh environments, features an air-cooled design utilizing natural convection, and can operate… Read more…
Wildcat Discovery Technologies is building a US plant for LFP cathode and next-gen battery materials
Q&A with Wildcat President and CEO Mark Gresser. EV battery technology is advancing rapidly—it seems like every few days we read about a scientific breakthrough that will enable safer, cheaper, smaller and more energy-dense batteries. However, the road from the lab to the auto dealership is a long one—it typically takes several years of testing… Read more…
Audi A6 E-Tron to be detailed this summer
The A6 E-Tron is an all-electric version of the long-running Audi A6 sedan Will be based on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture used by the Audi Q6 E-Tron and Porsche Macan Electric Previewed by a 2021 concept Audi will unveil the A6 E-Tron, an all-electric version of the stalwart sedan, later this summer. This will be the second Audi… Read more…
Audi E-Tron GT recalled for brake hose tear
Most Audi E-Tron models are being recalled for a brake hose tear risk The same recall was issued for most Porsche Taycan models The recall affects the 2022-2024 E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT Audi is recalling 9,653 E-Tron GT models to replace front brake hoses that could tear and leak fluid. The recall encompasses both standard E-Tron GT and sporty… Read more…
Skoda reveals more Elroq details in latest teaser
Today Skoda revealed more about its upcoming all-electric Elroq, scheduled to make its grand debut in the autumn of 2024. Designed for both urban commutes and suburban adventures, the Elroq will be the first Skoda model to sport the brand’s new Modern Solid design language. While exact dimensions are yet to be revealed, Skoda promises a spacious and comfortable interior… Read more…
Elli launches new charging rate ‘Elli Drive Plus’
The VW brand Elli has introduced a new charging rate called ‘Elli Drive Plus’ – just in time for the start of the holiday season, says the company. The new tariff will be designed to make “seamless travelling with an EV throughout Europe” easier – with discounts at Ionity stations, for example. Read more…
Why ‘Zonal Architectures’ Are The Next Big Thing In EV Design
It’s the new buzzword in town for software-defined cars. Let us demystify it for you. Read more…
Ford CEO: If We Don’t Make Profitable EVs, ‘We Will Shrink’
Ford’s CEO also says Americans must “get back in love” with small cars. Can they? Plus, Tesla deliveries are set to fall yet again. Read more…
Here’s What The Tesla Cybertruck’s Battery Passport Reveals
Battery capacity, chemistry, the 4680 cell number and even energy density. Read more…
ZF presents 48-volt drive system for e-bikes
The ZF Group has officially presents its announced new 48-volt drive system for e-bikes at a trade show in Germany. The ‘ZF Bike Eco System’ includes all drive components such as motor, batteries, control units, app and a connection to the cloud. Read more…
DHL Express electrifies ground handling equipment at Brussels Airport
DHL Express will electrify a third of its loaders and tractors at Brussels Airport this summer. That is a total of 24 vehicles. The airport will set up the necessary charging infrastructure to keep time-critical shipments moving. Read more…
Connecticut makes a U-Turn on EV regulations
Connecticut is now the second US state to withdraw from the California electric vehicle mandate programme. The latter would have required all new cars from 2035 to be zero-emission or at least have a plug. Read more…
