BYD plans to increase the number of its dealer stores in Brazil to 250 by the end of 2024. Read more…
New pump system promises to improve EV battery efficiency
A new pumping system has been developed to improve the way Thermal Interface Materials (TIMs) are applied within the battery manufacturing process. The Enso 7000 Plus.Supply, from Atlas Copco, promises to deliver higher filling efficiency, reducing manufacturing costs and potentially improving the performance and sustainability of e-mobility vehicles. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 entry variant gets random CATL, BYD batteries as part of efforts to boost capacity
Xiaomi has added CATL batteries to the standard variant of the SU7 instead of just BYD batteries as it did earlier to boost capacity. Read more…
Tesla lures Chinese customers with free tour of Fremont factory
Chinese customers who complete their vehicle deliveries between May 25 and June 30 will have the chance to win a free tour of Tesla’s Fremont factory in the US. Read more…
Rivian Cut R1S, R1T Prices In Existing Inventory By Thousands
The manufacturer appears to be trying to boost its Q2 sales results. Read more…
Petrolhead Drives A 2024 Tesla Model Y For The First Time
This V8 loving YouTuber is finally starting to see the appeal of electric cars. But she has a few gripes about the Model Y’s design. Read more…
Rivian R1T Needlessly Totaled By Insurer Over ’99 Cents of Studs’
Insurer ignorance leads to many electric vehicles being taken out of commission despite being completely repairable. Read more…
You Can Lease A Jeep Wrangler 4xe For Under $300 A Month
Jeep is stacking a $7,500 lease incentive on top of state, local and loyalty discounts. Read more…
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro real life range test
Volkswagen premiered its first fully electric sedan with the ID.7 with the hope that it will become the electric equivalent of its best-selling Passat. The ID.7 offers unique styling, loads of cabin space, modern tech and great driving characteristics. On paper the ID.7 sure sounds like a fantastic proposition. Our detailed review of this Volkswagen ID.7 Pro is coming soon… Read more…
BMW iX2 xDrive30 review
BMW has been constantly expanding its EV lineup and the iX2 is the newest addition to the lineup. It shares a platform with the ICE-powered BMW X2, which is a compact SUV-coupe that recently entered its second generation. The new X2 is larger and brings a number of design tweaks, as well as a much more premium interior. Table of… Read more…
This Amazing Ford F-150 Lightning Lease Deal Can Get You Up To $15,250 Off
This is the best F-150 Lightning deal we’ve seen to date. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Is Quicker Than ICE SUVs, Even A Lamborghini Urus
Yes, that’s right: a Hyundai can outaccelerate one of the quickest SUVs in the world powered by a twin-turbo V8. Read more…
The Invanti Tornado is the Swiss Army knife of e-bikes [Video]
Want your electric bike to have utility as well as comfort and style? Then, the Invanti Tornado, with its impressive array of optional accessories, could be your ideal ride. Read more…
Renault and partners present concept vehicle for rolling medical practice
Software République, an open innovation ecosystem for intelligent, safe and sustainable mobility in which Renault is involved, has now presented the ‘U1st Vision’ concept vehicle. It is intended to be used for neighborhood services and can, for example, be equipped as a doctor’s surgery on wheels. Read more…
Stellantis-owned Atlante closes deal to bring HPC stations to Italian motorways
Fast-charging provider Atlante has won a tender from motorway operator Autostrade per l’Italia (ASPI) to install and operate 90 high-power charging points. The chargers, which will deliver up to 400 kW, will be built at eight service stations along the motorways managed by ASPI in Italy. Read more…
EVR Motors inaugurates electric motor coil factory in India
Israeli startup EVR Motors has opened a factory to manufacture electric motor coils in India. It is the first plant from an Israeli automotive company in the country. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST 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 Fred’s Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST and more. Read more…
Ford likely to enable all dealers to sell EVs amid shifting plans
With changes expected to Ford’s electric vehicle certification program, all Ford dealers will likely be able to sell EVs. Ford is reportedly preparing to open the program amid feedback from its dealers. Read more…
This startup is about to install bladeless rooftop wind turbines on box buildings
Aeromine Technologies just closed a $9 million funding round, and it’s ready to scale up production of its bladeless rooftop wind turbines.. Read more…
Daimler Truck continues to choose Proterra battery technology for electric school buses and delivery vehicles
Proterra’s August bankruptcy filing sent a shock wave through the EV industry, partly because several EV builders depend on Proterra’s well-respected battery technology. Fortunately, the Volvo Group quickly snapped up the company’s battery business, and it appears that business as usual will continue. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has announced plans to use Proterra’s battery… Read more…
