Drivetrain engineering firm hofer powertrain is collaborating with engineering specialist Monumo to build new electric motor designs that can reduce cost and the use of permanent magnets, while improving the efficiency and performance of EV powertrains. Cambridge-based startup Monumo has developed a scalable engine called Anser, which can evaluate millions of detailed powertrain concepts within… Read more…
Achieve 3000x faster BMS calibration with ultra-high precision testing and simulation (Webinar)
Join us to explore AVL’s innovative approach that combines ultra-high precision and accuracy testing methodology with advanced electrochemical simulation models to overcome the limitations of traditional BMS calibration methods. These advanced methods reduce the need for extensive physical testing, saving time and costs while enabling virtual testing that’s 3000 times faster than conventional testing. In… Read more…
New VW ID.4 test begs the question – Why not launch like this?
A new engine with more power and lower fuel consumption, a battery with a higher charging capacity and greater range: on paper, the latest update to the VW ID.4 is impressive. And the much-criticised infotainment system has also been given a makeover – both in terms of hardware and software. In our driving report, you can find out what effect these new features have on the road and where there is still room for optimisation.
‘Yanking The Rug Out’: Auto Industry Fears Losing EV Incentives
Plus, BYD is still eyeing up a plant in Mexico and Stellantis’ EV plans are aiding to company’s disarray. Read more…
Sailun ERange Tires: Performance And Longevity With Extended EV Range
The tires show a significant range improvement over traditional all-season models. Read more…
Rugged Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT surfaces in spy shots
Following the sporty, hot-hatchy N version, Hyundai is now preparing to add yet another variation to the Ioniq 5, it seems. This time we’re talking about a rugged, adventure-focused Ioniq 5 XRT (e-Terrain). We’ll just refer to it as the Ioniq 5 XRT for brevity. It was spotted in full camo near the Hyundai-Kia Technical Center in Korea, with one… Read more…
Tata & Delta Electronics to build charging infrastructure in India
Tata Motors is collaborating with Delta Electronics India and Thunderplus Solutions to expand charging infrastructure for its electric commercial vehicles by setting up 250 new fast charging stations across the country. Read more…
Nio plans to manufacture battery swapping stations in Wuhan
Nio is planning to build a new production facility for battery swap stations in Wuhan with an annual capacity of over 1,000 units. Nio has ambitious expansion plans specifically for the domestic market with regard to its swap technology. Read more…
Lucid CEO: EV market softening “a temporary blip”
Lucid’s CEO Peter Rawlinson believes the future is electric. Rawlinson told The Verge at 2024 Monterey Car Week in California that “I think we’re seeing a temporary blip. I think any talk of retrenchment into hybrids is a blind alley. I think hybrids offer the worst of all.” The comment by Rawlinson came days before Ford killed its electric… Read more…
Xiaomi eyes global expansion, including Europe, to become a top five automaker someday
Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has recently shared some interesting tidbits with the media, offering a more precise timeline for the tech giant’s automotive arm’s launch of its tri-motor SU7 Ultra. Additionally, the billionaire CEO spoke about Xiaomi Automobile’s willingness to lose money upfront to expand its portfolio to markets in Europe and become a top-five automaker in the world. Read more…
Hyundai’s rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT spotted with E-Terrain mode [Images]
A new off-road version of Hyundai’s top-selling IONIQ 5 is officially out for testing. Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 XRT was spotted with rugged new design elements and features. A sticker attached to the vehicle confirms that the off-road-focused EV will include Hyundai’s E-Terrain tech. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) loses long-time finance leader, and one of only two women VPs
Tesla has lost one of its top long-time leaders in the financial department and one of only two female vice presidents. Read more…
What Is Lucid’s Mysterious Third Affordable EV?
We already knew it was working on rivals for Tesla’s Model 3 and Model Y, but an additional affordable model is also coming. Read more…
Honda announces plans for new NSX electric sports car
Honda’s premium brand Acura has confirmed plans for an electric sports car in the style of the Honda NSX. It will be based on the Honda ‘0-series’ electric car platform and is due to be launched in 2027 or 2028. Read more…
Vauxhall presents the ‘Mokka Coffe-e’ concept
Vauxhall has converted the Mokka Electric into a ‘Mokka Coffe-e’. This is an electric concept vehicle designed to demonstrate to drivers “the perfect coffee break while charging.” Read more…
BMW Takes Down Tesla: More EVs Sold In Europe
Tesla Model Y and Model 3 sales slipped in Europe, allowing BMW to take over the best-selling EV crown. Read more…
Nuvera and Viritech announce commercial fuel cell cooperation
The fuel cell specialists Nuvera Fuel Cells from the USA and Viritech from the UK are planning to work together. The aim is to cooperate in the marketing, use and support of Viritech’s VPT60N powertrain for commercial vehicles. Read more…
Vienna Sightseeing Tours to electrify its entire bus fleet
The Vienna city tour provider Vienna Sightseeing Tours is converting its entire fleet to electric buses. Vehicles from the Spanish manufacturer UNVI are being used as part of a political and commercial initiative. Read more…
Love’s plots fast-charging for future road trips
Love’s added charging stations to two of its gas stations All future Love’s Travel Stops will have EV chargers Love’s started adding chargers to its gas stations in 2017 Love’s Travel Stops is continuing to add EV charging at its locations, in part with federal funding from the Biden administration’s infrastructure law. On Tuesday, Love’s… Read more…
Tesla Model X recalled because roof trim may fall off
Tesla is recalling 9,136 Model X electric SUVs from early in the vehicle’s production run to fix trim prices that may not have been properly applied to the roof and could come off. The recall includes 2016 Tesla Model X vehicles manufactured from the start of production until Jul. 31, 2016, when a change in the assembly process was made at a… Read more…
