The electric vehicle revolution is gaining momentum, with sales surging in most regions worldwide. While many skeptics may cling to the notion that the internal combustion engine still holds a dominant position, the future of transportation lies undeniably with electric power. The United Kingdom seems to agree with that and has reinstated its upcoming ban on new ICE vehicle sales.… Read more…
Acura Performance EV concept revealed in Monterey
Acura on Thursday unveiled a striking SUV concept that previews the next electric vehicle it has in the pipeline. The new Performance EV concept was unveiled at 2024 Monterey Car Week currently underway in California, and previews a vehicle due to enter production in late 2025 at parent company Honda’s sprawling Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio. The… Read more…
Rivian launches a handy new Travel Kitchen that’s on sale now for immediate delivery
Rivian owners rejoice! The Camp Kitchen is back! Well… sort of. After teasing it months ago, Rivian has officially launched a new portable Travel Kitchen designed to give you all the necessary equipment to prepare food from your R1T, R1S, or wherever else your adventures take you. Read more…
NIO just made its first Tesla Model Y challenger, and the interior looks too familiar
NIO’s answer to the Tesla Model Y, its new Onvo L60 electric SUV, just rolled off the assembly line. As production kicks off, NIO’s Onvo brand unveiled interior details for the first time. At first glance, it looks suspiciously familiar. Read more…
Acura’s new concept previews the first model atop Honda’s EV platform that will be built in US
Days after teasing a sneak peek image of a new concept, Acura unveiled the “Performance EV” during a global debut at Monterey Car Week. The design of the SUV concept delivers a glimpse into what consumers will eventually see in a bonafide production model that will be built in the US by Honda and be powered by new EV architecture developed by Acura’s parent company. Read more…
Tesla underestimates complexity of running customer fleet-based robotaxi service, Uber CEO says
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi explains how Tesla is underestimating the complexity of running a customer fleet-based robotaxi ride-hailing service. Read more…
The 2025 BMW M5 Touring Is A U.S.-Bound Plug-In Super Wagon
BMW has only ever made two M5 wagons, and the G99 Touring is the third and most extreme. Read more…
This Chinese EV Is Stellantis’ New Secret Weapon. Reviews Are Glowing
China’s Leapmotor C10 is headed to Europe, thanks to Stellantis. Early reviews praise the car for its value and execution. Read more…
First drive in the Nio EL8: The slightly different luxury SUV
Nio has added a new top-of-the-range model to its SUV range. The EL8 is only available as a six-seater and scores highly on the first drive with its comfort and spaciousness for passengers. There is also better DC charging technology than in previous Nios. Our driving report shows what the catch is.
In Arizona townhouse project, an EV charger in every garage
A townhouse community in Peoria, Arizona, has installed EV chargers in every garage. Haven Townhouses at P83, which opened in 2007 and rents one-, two- and-three-bedroom townhouses, has installed a total of 163 Wallbox Pulsar Plus charging stations at the complex, a spokesperson told Charged. The Pulsar Plus, which is controlled via the myWallbox app,… Read more…
NOVONIX and CBMM sign joint development agreement focused on nickel-based cathode materials
Battery materials and technology company NOVONIX and niobium specialist CBMM have signed a joint development agreement focused on nickel-based cathode materials. Under the agreement, NOVONIX will use its patented all-dry, zero-waste synthesis process to synthesize, test, and analyze cathode active materials (CAM), which will incorporate CBMM’s suite of niobium products. NOVONIX will use its cathode… Read more…
Start of production at Nio’s subsidiary ‘Onvo’
Nio has started production of the first model of its Onvo sub-brand at its F2 plant in Hefei, China. This is a mid-range electric crossover SUV. Deliveries of the Onvo L60 are scheduled to begin at the end of September. Read more…
This Plug-And-Play Conversion Kit Turns Your Porsche 911 964 Into An EV
Whether turning an old air-cooled 911 into an EV is the right thing to do is up to you, though. Read more…
Toyota Could Convert All Of Its North American Lineup To Hybrids
Plus, Ford’s answer to touch screen controls and used EV batteries finding new life in energy storage. Read more…
Lynk & Co Z10 is now up for pre-order from €28,000
The Lynk & Co Z10 was introduced in June and now it’s gone up for pre-order. Only the entry-level version with a 400V system and RWD is up for grabs, for CNY 215,800 which right now translates into about €28,000. This variant has a 200kW motor and is advertised to give you 602 km of range from its 71 kWh… Read more…
UK’s Gridserve looks to expand globally
British charge point operator Gridserve has founded Gridserve Global, looking to expand its business beyond the UK. But the company does not mention which market it is looking to enter next. Read more…
350 US mayors pledge to electrify 50 per cent of their fleets
The Climate Mayors initiative was founded ten years ago by US mayors who see climate change as a serious problem. Now, around 350 mayors from the initiative have formulated the joint goal of electrifying half of municipal vehicle fleets by 2030. Read more…
BMW invests in charging infrastructure in Mexico
The BMW Group has entered into a strategic alliance in Mexico with VEMO, an operator of public charging stations. As part of the partnership, BMW is investing in the construction of 144 new charging stations in the country. Read more…
CATL opens a different kind of EV museum
CATL is the world’s largest battery manufacturer for electric cars. The Chinese company is also making this clear in an ‘experience centre’ that it has now opened in Chengdu. Almost 100 models from around 50 car brands are on display there – all of which have CATL batteries installed. Read more…
Allison Transmission presents electric axle for commercial vehicles
The US transmission manufacturer Allison Transmission will be presenting the latest model in its eGen Power electric axle family for commercial vehicles at this year’s IAA Transportation in Hanover from 17 to 22 September. Read more…
