Charger manufacturer Kempower has received an order from logistics company DFDS to build fast chargers for electric trucks at its depots. The first hubs have already been set up in the Netherlands, Belgium and Sweden. Read more…
Almost Half Of All New EVs In The U.S. Are Leased
The $7,500 federal tax credit and low interest rates played a role in making leasing the preferred option for getting a new EV. Read more…
BLC puts fully automated battery discharge system into operation
The Battery Lifecycle Company (BLC) has opened a new site in Magdeburg, which, according to the company, offers the world’s first fully automated battery deep discharge facility. Magdeburg is set to become an important location for the company’s recycling and repair plans. Read more…
Neta S estate celebrates its debut as an electric car
Two years ago, the Chinese manufacturer Hozon Auto launched the Neta S as a saloon. Now it is being followed by an estate version, as a BEV and EREV. Read more…
SANY eTrucks expands lineup in Europe
SANY eTrucks, a Chinese manufacturer of electric heavy goods vehicles and construction machinery, is expanding its range in Europe with a new roll-off tipper. Read more…
BYD Seal 06 GT official photos revealed
BYD is almost ready to launch the Seal 06 GT, a production model based on their Ocean-M concept. The company claims that thanks to the sporty design and performance-oriented features, the Seal 06 GT is designed to capture the hearts of young drivers looking for an electric vehicle that’s both fun and practical. The issue with that statement is the… Read more…
Toyota establishes production chain for fuel cells in China
Toyota and its partners have opened a research and development centre for fuel cells and a production facility in Beijing. Initially, around 10,000 fuel cell units will be built there each year. The centre will focus on commercial vehicles. Read more…
2025 Cadillac Optiq Tops Out At $57,090
All Optiq EVs come with all-wheel drive and a GM-estimated range of 300 miles. Read more…
Suzuki’s electric SUV is coming to Europe
The production version of the all-electric Suzuki eVX, presented as a concept in early 2023, will be presented at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in January 2025. Production and sales in Europe and Japan are scheduled to start shortly afterwards. Read more…
US starts programme to repair and upgrade EV charging stations
The ‘Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator’ has kicked off in the US. The federal government has made $148 million available in funds across 20 states to repair and upgrade charging infrastructure across the US. Read more…
Over 50 Rivian EVs Damaged In Factory Parking Lot Fire. Here’s What Happened
The damaged R1S and R1T vehicles were reportedly waiting to be shipped to customers. Read more…
Big trucks, EVs, and the future of logistics with Sean Ackley from Einride
On today’s special SUNDAY episode of Quick Charge, our guest Sean Ackley takes us through Einride’s logistics model, talks about the company’s high-profile autonomous trucking play, and explores electrification from the point of view of one of America’s largest electric vehicle fleets. Read more…
It begins: Isuzu NRR EV electric medium duty truck is in production
It’s official – Isuzu has announced the official start of production for its highly anticipated new electric cab and chassis, the Isuzu NRR-EV (and I’m super excited about it). Read more…
Xpeng CEO increases shareholding in his firm
Xpeng CEO increased stake in his company in Hong Kong and US stock markets, and plans to increase it further. Read more…
No, the Rivian factory didn’t catch on fire – this is what happened
A fire broke out at Rivian‘s Normal, Illinois, factory last night, but the factory itself was unharmed. Here’s what we know. Read more…
LFP Battery Health Degrades At Full Charge, Study Finds
A new study contradicts common LFP battery charging notions, stating that frequently charging to a 100% can damage the cells. But there’s a twist. Read more…
Tesla May Finally Be Ramping Up Charging Adapter Production
Drivers of Ford, General Motors and other non-Tesla EVs, rejoice. Your NACS adapter may soon be arriving. Read more…
Neta launches Neta S shooting brake: Starts at $22,440, offers BEV and EREV options
The most powerful variant of the Neta S shooting brake BEV can sprint from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 3.9 seconds. Read more…
The Chevrolet Silverado EV WT Is ‘Overpriced, But Capable’: Doug DeMuro
For $75,000 you get vinyl seat covers, black plastic everywhere you look inside and no advanced driver aids. Read more…
Honda CEO on EVs: “Can’t force people to change their minds”
Honda’s CEO doesn’t believe consumers can be incentivized to change to EVs Honda’s spending $700M to retool plants and $3.5B to built a battery plant for mass EV production The exec believes the future is electric, but it’ll take time Electric cars and hybrids are currently having an inverted moment. Speaking with The Drive at the 2024 Monterey… Read more…
