Everybody knows cold weather has a big impact on the driving range of electric cars, but what about when it’s scorching hot? Read more…
Ford Pro opens order banks for enhanced-range E-Transit van
Ford Pro is rolling out the latest iteration of its E-Transit van, aiming to widen its potential customer base. The extended-range option offers a range of up to 159 miles from 89 kWh of usable energy—a 32% increase in range over the previous model. The van features 266 hp, 317 lb-ft of torque and dual… Read more…
Using online simulators to select SiC modules for DC fast chargers (Webinar)
Join this webinar at next week’s Virtual Conference on EV Infrastructure, where we will demonstrate the Onsemi Elite SiC Simulator used to select SiC modules for DC fast chargers. The system uses 60 kW Power Building Blocks and parallel multiple modules (2-6) to deliver 120 kW to 360 kW for the PFC front end and… Read more…
Nissan suspends all combustion engine deveopment to focus on an electrified future
Nissan has declared its unwavering commitment to an electric future, confirming that it will cease all investments in developing new combustion engines. This is a significant shift in the automaker’s strategy as it joins the growing ranks of manufacturers fully embracing electrification. While Nissan’s future is undeniably electric, the company acknowledges that the transition will not be instantaneous. Francois Bailly,… Read more…
VW brings the new 86 kWh battery to the ID.7
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID.7 GTX as the sporty top model in the range. As with the ID.7 Tourer, the GTX is characterised by its powerful all-wheel drive and larger battery. From Thursday, the new 86-kWh battery will be available to order not only in the GTX versions, but also in the regular ID.7. Read more…
Ford’s first all-electric Explorer rolls off assembly as new sport EV crossover debut looms
As Ford’s first all-electric Explorer rolls off the production line at its new Cologne EV facility, the company is already looking toward its second EV. Ford will reveal its new sports EV crossover soon ahead of production later this year. Read more…
Elon Musk asked Nvidia to prioritize GPU shipments to X over Tesla, emails reveal
Emails circulating at Nvidia show that Elon Musk asked them to prioritize processor shipments to X over Tesla. Read more…
Ford’s electric vehicle sales continue surging in May despite shifting EV plans
Despite a recent pullback on its electric vehicle strategy amid “slower-than-expected” demand, Ford’s EV sales continued surging in May. All Ford electric models, including the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E, saw double-digit sales growth last month. Read more…
Volvo Is Issuing ‘Battery Passports.’ Here’s What That Means
Plus, GM is hiring two ex-Apple execs to lead its software team and Cruise is up and running again in its second city. Read more…
BYD Global Plug-In Car Sales Exceeded 330,000 In May 2024
The volume is at a near-record level, growth is healthy and exports more than tripled. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz Recalls 15,000 EVs Because Batteries Might Shut Down While Driving
This isn’t the first time a software issue led to a recall for Mercedes-Benz’s EVs. Read more…
Ford heralds the start of series production of the Explorer
The first production model of the new Ford Explorer has rolled off the production line in Cologne – and was also handed over directly to the first customer at the Cologne Electric Vehicle Centre. The second electric model from Cologne is due to follow this year. electrive provides insights into Ford’s all-electric production on the Rhine. Read more…
Nio makes China’s 1st list of L3/L4 autonomous driving pilot automakers
Entry into the list lays the groundwork for the commercialization of high-level autonomous driving capabilities, Nio said. Read more…
Here’s why the federal EV charging network is rolling out so slowly
The Biden administration funded a $7.5 billion national EV charging network as part of the 2021 infrastructure law, but despite the investment new charging stations are rolling out at a slow pace, reports Automotive News. The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program calls for 500,000 charging stations nationwide, but to date only… Read more…
Ford considers EV battery swapping via drive-up docking stations
A recently surfaced patent application from Ford envisions a new type of EV battery swapping system. EV battery swapping generally involves removing a depleted battery pack from underneath the vehicle and sliding in a fully charged one. But in this patent application, the automaker discusses drive-up docking stations that would use a vehicle’s own… Read more…
Kia aims for 800,000 annual vehicle sales in Europe by 2028
Kia aims to increase vehicle sales in Europe to 800,000 units by 2028, of which up to 85% are to be electrified. The company will launch a raft of new electrified models in Europe later this decade to achieve this goal. Read more…
ZF integrates NXP circuits into its SiC inverters for 800-volt electric vehicles
The Dutch semiconductor manufacturer NXP and the German supplier ZF are cooperating on EV inverters based on silicon carbide. This should not only enable 800-volt electric cars to go further, but also to be produced more cheaply. Read more…
Polestar joins forces with Zaptec as home charging partner for Europe
Polestar has joined forces with Zaptec to offer home charging solutions to its European customers. The Zaptec Go wallbox, including installation and support, is now available for Polestar customers in Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands and Norway. Other countries are to follow. Read more…
Tesla to finally electrify shuttle train service to Brandenburg factory
In September 2023, Tesla launched a shuttle train service to and from the premises of its German factory in Grünheide, which can be used by anyone – but runs on diesel. This earned the manufacturer a lot of malice. Now the switch to battery-powered trains is on the horizon. Read more…
Honda Prologue U.S. Sales Exceeded 600 In May 2024
The Acura ZDX noted its first 83 sales. Read more…
