That includes the Tesla Model 3. Read more…
Fisker prices slashed by up to $24,000, Tesla freezes them as trades
Fisker has slashed prices on its Ocean electric SUV as it looks to relieve a glut of unsold vehicles. In a move that it calls “strategically positioning Ocean to be a more affordable and compelling EV choice,” the company on Wednesday announced significant price cuts on the 2023-model-year vehicles that represent the majority of the current Ocean… Read more…
Will the remains of EV startup Arrival help keep Canoo alive?
The U.S. EV startup Canoo earlier this week announced that it had acquired “a substantial portion of the advanced manufacturing assets” formerly owned by the U.K. startup Arrival for “pennies on the dollar.” The assets acquired by Canoo from the failed startup include robots, control equipment, and dynamic vehicle testing… Read more…
‘It Really Stinks’: Fisker Ocean Owners Feel Burned If Company Goes Under
As Fisker Inc. prepares for a potential restructuring, Ocean owners are concerned about maintenance with their vehicles. Read more…
Ascend Elements raises $162 million for Kentucky plant to create cathode materials from recycled batteries
Ascend Elements, a battery recycling company, has raised $162 million in equity investments from Just Climate, Clearvision Ventures and IRONGREY, bringing its 12-month funding total to $704 million. The new funding will be used to advance construction of the company’s Apex 1 plant in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The 1-million-square-foot plant, which is scheduled to open in… Read more…
The critical role of battery venting technology (Webinar)
For electric vehicle battery engineers, safety is of utmost importance. As battery packs become progressively more powerful and create more heat, the vent valve plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety of the battery pack. Join us for this webinar, presented by Easton, dedicated to discussing the role that battery venting plays in the… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck ramp is impressive, but it comes at a cost
Tesla appears to be making significant progress in its Cybertruck production ramp, but it is coming at a cost. Read more…
Lamborghini revamps the luxury brand with a new look as its lineup shifts to electric
The iconic Lamborghini brand is getting a new look as the automaker prepares for an electric future. Lamborghini launched its new logo and corporate identity as part of its transformation. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla tries to make FSD mainstream, Polestar 4, Fisker is done, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla trying to make FSD mainstream, Polestar 4’s US launch, Fisker being on its last leg, and more. Read more…
BYD to kick off EV production at new Thailand plant in Q3 as overseas expansion accelerates
Leading EV maker BYD is quickly expanding overseas after dominating its home market. BYD is now set to begin production at its new EV plant in Thailand in the third quarter as it looks to accelerate overseas sales. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Is ‘Heinously Ugly, But Also Plain Cool,’ Doug DeMuro Says In Review
The YouTuber also said that the pickup “looks absolutely insane” and that it’s made by a company that’s “run by an insane person.” Read more…
Xiaomi’s second EV will be an SUV coming by the end of the year, report claims
Xiaomi’s SU7 sedan had a very successful launch in China yesterday, but it looks like the company isn’t resting on its laurels and is already working on the next model. According to a new report from China, citing unnamed sources, Xiaomi’s second EV will be an SUV. That in itself is hardly surprising – SUVs have taken over the world… Read more…
Doug DeMuro Praises Fisker Ocean, Addresses MKBHD Review
“The Ocean is better looking than the Blazer and Prologue,” DeMuro said while addressing the Fisker glitches. Read more…
BYD Expects To Increase Plug-In Car Sales By Over 20% In 2024
The company intends to double overseas sales to 500,000 units and will launch its fifth-generation PHEV powertrain. Read more…
EPA finalizes strongest-ever truck rule to save billions in health & fuel costs
EPA’s Heavy Duty “Phase 3” truck rule has been finalized, and surprisingly enough it comes in stronger (albeit slightly) than the rule that was originally proposed last year. Read more…
The VinFast VF8 Is ‘Behind The Times,’ MKBHD Says In Video Review
Surprisingly, though, the tech YouTuber said he would pick the VF8 instead of the Fisker Ocean. Read more…
The Fisker Ocean Is Now $24,999. That Doesn’t Mean You Should Buy One
Given the possibility of a Fisker bankruptcy, the Ocean could soon become a software and service nightmare over time. Read more…
The Kia EV9 will enter US production in May, could get full tax credit in 2025
The Kia EV9 is already on sale in the US but units are shipped over from South Korea. That’s about to change as soon as Kia and Hyundai’s Metaplant in West Point, Georgia starts production this May. This will make the EV9 eligible for at least part of the $7,500 tax credit because the EV will be assembled in the… Read more…
Polestar recalls 1,867 Polestar 4 EVs in China due to brake system software issue
The brake controller software issue could trigger a brake control degradation, resulting in reduced braking effectiveness of the vehicle. Read more…
BYD’s EV plant in Thailand to start production in Q3 2024
BYD announced the plan at the ongoing Bangkok auto show, where its full range of brands including BYD, Yangwang, Fang Cheng Bao and Denza are participating. Read more…
