72 Bolt EV and EUV models missed software to signal a bad battery Those models need to return to dealerships for the software Affected owners should park outside, not charge above 90% A small subset of Chevrolet Bolt EVs previously recalled for potential battery fires have once again been recalled for the same. While this isn’t a new issue… Read more…
Rimac Marks 15th Anniversary With Limited-Edition Copper Nevera
The 1.813-hp all-electric hypercar gains a special edition that helps it stand out. Not that it needed help for that. Read more…
VW introduces new ID.7 variant with bigger battery in the UK
Volkswagen is adding the ‘Pro S’ variant to its lineup of ID.7 models in the UK, introducing a bigger battery and faster charging. Read more…
Electrify America to charge batteries to 85% only
VW subsidiary Electrify America has kicked off a pilot at ten locations in the US. There, EVs can only charge their batteries up to 85 per cent SoC. The goal is to free up the stations more quickly and serve more customers. Read more…
Automakers’ share of China NEV market in Jun: BYD tops with 32.7%, Tesla 3rd with 6.9%
In the first half of 2024, BYD was No. 1 in China’s NEV market with a 33.8 percent share, while Tesla was No. 3 with a 6.8 percent share. Read more…
Canada funds 180 electric buses in Ontario
The Canadian government has allocated 76 million Canadian dollars (51.5 million euros)for the York Region in Ontario to buy 180 electric buses. The money will also be invested in infrastructure at the depot and on route. Read more…
Indian Armed Forces to add 113 electric buses to their fleet
The Indian Army will add 113 electric buses to its fleet, supporting the nation’s green initiatives. It will use the buses to transport troops in the plains and semi-hilly areas and is conducting trials for the procurement. Read more…
3D-printed solid-state batteries: SK On cooperates with US developer Sakuu
The South Korean battery cell manufacturer SK On is cooperating with Sakuu, a Californian developer of 3D-printed solid-state batteries. The agreement focuses on the industrialisation of Sakuu’s Kavian platform for the production of electrodes in a dry process. Read more…
MY2025 BYD Dolphin offers extended range at no extra cost
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has launched its MY2025 Dolphin model and it’s comes with a nice range bonus. Prices remain unchanged, so the MY2025 Dolphin’s base “Life” model, still starts at an attractive €12,800 (RMB 99,800). However it now features a 45 kWh battery pack, providing 420 km of range according to the China light-duty vehicle test cycle (CLTC).… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz Trucks puts technical centre into operation in Gaggenau
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has opened a new development centre for electric motors at its Gaggenau plant. The ‘Technikum’
technical centre will work on process development and prototype construction of electric motors specifically for commercial vehicles. Read more…
BYD plans to build EVs in Turkey from 2026
BYD has signed an agreement with the Turkish government to build a production facility for electric cars and plug-in hybrids. The plant will be able to produce 150,000 vehicles per year and start operation at the end of 2026. After Hungary, it is the second factory in Europe. Read more…
Volt to build Southeast Asia’s largest EV charging hub
Volt, the EV charging company of Singapore-based Keppel’s infrastructure division, will deploy a new charging hub in the country. The company expects it to be the largest in not only Singapore but the whole of Southeast Asia. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Jul 7: Nio 5,300, Tesla 6,500, BYD 58,800, Xiaomi 3,700
Xpeng was at 1,800 units, Zeekr 3,800, Aito 7,900. Read more…
SAIC-GM-Wuling launches Binguo EV in Thailand, prices start at $11,510
The Binguo EV is now available in four variants in China with a starting price of RMB 56,800 ($7,810). Read more…
China battery prices face downward pressure as lithium prices continue to fall, says TrendForce
TrendForce expects battery cell prices to continue to face downward pressure at the beginning of the third quarter, with hopes for price stabilization resting on restocking demand under the peak season at the end of the third quarter. Read more…
Xiaomi EV’s 3rd model to be EREV, set to hit market in 2026, report says
Xiaomi will use a new business model for its third model, replacing automotive-grade parts that aren’t safety-related with consumer-grade hardware, according to local media. Read more…
Zeekr teases family-focused electric SUV
Zeekr, the Chinese EV manufacturer that’s part of Geely’s extensive family of auto brands, is set to expand its lineup with the introduction of a new mid-to-large-size SUV codenamed CX1e. The company just teased the upcoming model with camouflaged images. The CX1e will be Zeekr’s first SUV designed specifically for the family market, a segment that has seen significant growth… Read more…
BYD to build $1 billion EV plant in Turkey, production to start by end of 2026
BYD’s Turkish plant has a planned annual capacity of 150,000 vehicles, and the signing was witnessed by the Turkish president. Read more…
Hyundai finds its ‘sweet spot’ with EVs in the US as it braces for new competition
Hyundai believes it has found the “sweet spot” with three long-range, fast-charging, and affordable EVs available in the US. With rivals launching new electric models this year, Hyundai expects stronger competition in the second half of the year. Read more…
Elon goes to war, Model Y refresh, EV lease deals, and 1300 hp electric NASCAR
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, we ask: What does war look like to someone who “narrowly avoided” military conscription in South Africa Apparently it involves lots and lots of robots, and a cameo appearance from Bill Gates. Read more…
