Bloomberg reported that Apple is canceling its decade-long EV-making effort. CEOs of EV makers including Xpeng, Li Auto, Xiaomi, and Jiyue have expressed their views. Read more…
DuPont’s resin helps extend the life of liquid cooling systems
DuPont AmberLite EV2X resin helps extend the life of an EV’s glycol coolant, coolant loop components and ion exchange filter.
It reduces glycol maintenance requirements by offering enhanced thermal stability and excellent operating characteristics, compared with standard ion exchange resins on the market.
Consumer demand for greater range, faster charging, larger vehicles and more energy-dense batteries is increasing temperatures within EVs, creating new challenges for vehicle manufacturers. Many are turning from air cooling to liquid systems that use glycol coolant to manage high temperatures. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: February 27, 2024
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
HiPhi in touch with Changan for takeover talks, report says
HiPhi began production halt on February 18 — the first working day after the Chinese New Year holiday — sparking fears about its fate. Read more…
IM Motors hints at shooting brake model as Zeekr launches refreshed 001
More EV makers are betting that the shooting brake style will become a new trend in China. Read more…
Apple cancels Apple Car project after more than a decade
Bloomberg reports that Apple has officially canceled its effort to build an electric car. The move was announced internally by Apple COO Jeff Williams and Kevin Lynch, who had been leading the Apple Car project since 2021.. Read more…
BLUETTI launches SwapSolar on Indiegogo – bringing you chill vibes (and ice!) wherever you go
Gearing up for a road trip or outdoor adventure? Now you can upgrade your experience with a groundbreaking new SwapSolar ecosystem from BLUETTI, offering the world’s first LFP-powered MultiCooler portable fridge and ice maker with the AC180T hot-swappable battery power station. Enjoy refrigerated food, chill vibes, and even freshly made ice to order, wherever you are. Even better, BLUETTI just launched a new Indigogo campaign offering amazing deals for early bird signups.. Read more…
American Test Of $11,500 BYD Seagull: ‘This Doesn’t Come Across Cheap’
The imported EV hatchback may only cost $11,500 but it impressed industry veteran John McElroy. Read more…
Apple parks its EV ambitions, shifts focus to AI
Apple has hit the brakes on its ambitious electric vehicle project. After a decade in the works, Apple’s self-driving car plans have officially reached a dead end. After recent reports the company was at a crossroads with the project, the decision has been made to shift the focus to the AI, and cancel the car project. The decision to scrap… Read more…
Tesla updates its mobile app with AI assistant, highlights non-car products
Tesla has pushed a new software update to its mobile app with a new AI chat assistant and a new menu to highlight the company’s non-car products. Read more…
Buick unveils new design and branding with a sleek gold Wildcat EV
Buick is in the middle of “an evolution” as it introduces a new design based on the Wildcat EV concept. The company revealed a new tagline and brand campaign, “Exceptional by design,” showcased by a sleek gold Wildcat EV model. Read more…
South Fork Wind just became the US’s first complete utility-scale offshore wind farm
The final turbine is up at New York’s South Fork Wind, making it the US’s first complete utility-scale offshore wind farm in federal waters. Read more…
BYD has no plans to launch EVs in the US, says the market is too confusing for buyers
According to BYD executive vice president and CEO of BYD Americas, Stella Li, the Chinese automaker has no plans to sell passenger EVs in the US. The leader called the market “interesting” but too complicated due to conflicting politics.. Read more…
Schaeffler invests $230 million in new automotive manufacturing facility in Ohio for EV products
Global motion technology company Schaeffler plans to expand its US operations with the addition of a new manufacturing facility focused on producing automotive electric mobility solutions. Schaeffler will invest over $230 million to build a new greenfield manufacturing facility in Dover, Ohio, and is also planning future expansions in the state. Construction of the new… Read more…
Microlino shrinks for teens – quirky EV now available to 14-year-olds
Remember the Isetta bubble cars of the 1950s? The ones that looked like oversized eggs zipping around tiny European streets? Well, they’re back in a fully electric, 21st-century incarnation, and get this – even a kid can drive this one. Meet the Microlino Lite from the Swiss company known simply as Micro. This diminutive machine ditches the usual car look,… Read more…
The Apple Car Is Finally Dead, Shrouded In Mystery Until The End: Report
After a decade and a reported $1 billion spent annually, Apple’s infamous “Project Titan” couldn’t survive the tech layoff apocalypse. Read more…
Armored Glass Repels Tesla Cybertruck Smash-And-Grab Attempt
The would-be thief tried to break the Cybertruck’s side windows and sunroof but couldn’t, so he left. Read more…
2024 Volkswagen ID.4 Starts At $39,735, Pro Models Get Bigger Battery
It will qualify for the $7,500 federal tax credit when SK On components are available. Read more…
China Plug-In Car Sales Almost Doubled In January 2024
Plug-in hybrids of various types are growing quickly. Read more…
Toyota’s New Engine Can Suck Carbon Out Of The Air
It’s a nice addition to Toyota’s hydrogen-burning GR Corolla concept, but it can only capture a minuscule amount of carbon. Read more…
