Tesla and Hyundai rule the charts, while Polestar and Subaru are at the bottom. Read more…
The Corvette E-Ray Proves That Hybrids Will Replace Pure-ICE Cars
I’ve long believed that all remaining internal combustion cars will go hybrid. The Corvette E-Ray proves that’s a good thing. Read more…
Check Out This Plug-In Electric Car Adoption Map For All U.S. States In 2023
California, the District of Columbia (DC) and Hawaii have the highest share of plug-in electric cars. Read more…
ABB launches energy-efficient motor and inverter package for electric buses
Swedish-Swiss electrical equipment maker ABB has launched a motor and inverter package tailored to electric buses. The AMXE250 motor and HES580 three-level inverter were developed together to maximize efficiency, offering up to 12% less motor losses on typical drive cycles compared to previous two-level inverters, according to the company. Unlike two-level inverters, which switch between… Read more…
CATL introduces Shenxing PLUS extended-range battery
China-based battery manufacturer Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) has launched its Shenxing PLUS LFP battery, which the company claims is the first to reach specific energy of 205 Wh/kg, capable of achieving a range of more than 621 miles on a full charge. An EV equipped with the new battery system can deliver a range of… Read more…
The ‘One simple trick’ Paris used to reduce air pollution 40% ahead of Olympics
The ‘One simple trick’ trope has long become a running joke among journalists, usually signifying the beginning of a scam. But every once in a while, it’s exactly right. Such is the case with how Paris was able to transform its air quality and thus the quality of life in the city in the run-up to the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics. Read more…
Aspark’s next evolution of the OWL Hypercar becomes world’s fastest EV at 438.7 km/h [Video]
There’s a new “world’s fastest EV” in town, and it’s a familiar name if you follow Electrek. Japanese car manufacturing and engineering firm Aspark has developed an upgraded version of its ultrafast (and ultra-expensive) OWL hypercar with the help of Italy’s Manifattura Automobili Torino and took the EV to the track where it clocked in at a top speed of nearly 439 km/h.. Read more…
Here’s how the new EU tariffs will impact Chinese EV makers like BYD and NIO
After concluding that EVs imported from China have an unfair advantage due to government subsidies, the European Commission said it would impose additional tariffs by up to 38.1%. How will the new EU tariffs impact Chinese EV makers like BYD and NIO. Read more…
Elon Musk exposes himself through Apple/OpenAI temper tantrum
Elon Musk has thrown a temper tantrum over Apple’s integration of OpenAI, and the episode exposes the problem with his social media addiction. Read more…
Americans Are Convinced Toyota, Honda, Nissan Lead The Way On EVs: New Survey
Years of hybrid cars and “electrified” marketing terms have people convinced they’re ahead. Read more…
Tesla Resumes Hiring: AI And Robotics Engineers, Service Technician Jobs Open
After a brief hiring freeze last month, hundreds of positions are now open in the U.S. Read more…
The EU to impose additional tariffs on Chinese-made EVs if negotiations fall through
The Chinese EV exports in Europe are another step closer to higher tariffs. After Turkiye announced its hefty 40% tariff on Chinese car imports a couple of days ago, the European Commission came out with a preliminary decision as well. The European Commission started an investigation back in October last year to find out if Chinese EV makers are benefiting… Read more…
Hofer Powertrain and ETH Zurich research GaN inverters
Powertrain expert Hofer Powertrain has launched a research project in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH Zurich), focussing on developing a multi-stage gallium nitride inverter solution for electric mobility. Read more…
Tesla Is Building A Cybertruck-Only Tunnel Under Its Texas Gigafactory
Telsa reportedly plans to autonomously ship Cybertrucks underneath a nearby highway in its $1.2 million tunnel. Read more…
‘Tesla’s Future Relies On His Presence’: Musk’s $56B Pay Vote Down To The Wire
How the Tesla shareholder vote tomorrow will go seems to be anyone’s guess. Plus: more on the EU’s China tariffs, and GM’s Cruise is back. Read more…
Reading Buses orders 24 Enviro400EVs from Alexander Dennis
Last day to join the Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure
The Charged Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure is live today, Wednesday, June 12th, 2024. Join us here. This free-to-attend conference is broadcast June 10 – 12, 2024, and features live presentations, interactive Q&As, on-demand webinars, and whitepaper downloads. All live webcast sessions will also be recorded and available on demand after the event. The virtual… Read more…
Nio says its commitment to Europe remains unwavering despite protectionism
“In Europe, Nio’s commitment to the EV market remains unwavering, and we will continue to serve our users and explore new opportunities within Europe despite protectionism,” Nio said. Read more…
Vibracoustic presents decoupling system for thermal management applications
The German company Vibracoustic, which specialises in anti-vibration systems, has developed and tested a decoupling system for thermal management applications. The system supports and isolates the thermal units arranged next to each other in the future generation of electric cars. Read more…
Europe Hits Back: Chinese EV Imports Face Much Higher Tariffs
The EU penalized companies that didn’t “cooperate” with the investigation more than others, and even targeted Chinese EVs built by BMW and Tesla. Read more…
