The Belgian region of Flanders is cancelling its purchase premium for electric cars on 22 November 2024, earlier than planned. That is because significantly more consumers applied for subsidies than the government had expected. The funding pot is empty. Read more…
Szczecin orders fourteen additional electric buses from Solaris
The Polish city of Szczecin is ordering more electric buses from Solaris. The new order comprises 14 electric buses, which will bring the city’s electric bus fleet up to a total of 30 vehicles. Read more…
Nio to report Q3 2024 earnings on Nov 20
Nio delivered a record 61,855 vehicles in the third quarter, within the guidance range of 61,000 to 63,000 vehicles. Read more…
Nikola sells record number of FCEVs in Q3/2024
Nikola delivered a record number of fuel cell trucks in the third quarter of 2024, specifically 88 units. However, the US manufacturer still posted a net loss of nearly 200 million dollars. Read more…
The Carmaker Behind The Shelby Cobra Is Building A Brand-New Retro-Flavored EV
It’s called the AC Ace Classic Electric and it’s beautiful. It’s also very light, despite packing a 72-kWh battery. Read more…
Zeekr begins car deliveries in Norway
Zeekr has delivered a Zeekr 001 to its first car owner in Norway, after announcing its entry into the European country a month ago. Read more…
2025 Jeep Avenger gets new trims, ChatGPT and new 4xe Model
Jeep is charging into 2025 with an updated Avenger featuring a new 4xe plug-in hybrid model, a simplified trim structure, and an innovative AI co-pilot powered by ChatGPT. The refreshed Avenger, available in Full-Electric, Petrol, e-Hybrid 4×2, and the all-new 4xe variants, promises to deliver a more personalized and eco-friendly driving experience. The biggest news is the addition of the… Read more…
Tesla Model S Plaid Gets The Police Cruiser Treatment
It’s one of the fastest police vehicles in the world and the first unit will go to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Read more…
Neta making massive layoffs, report says
One insider said Neta’s layoffs could reach up to 70 percent, while another said the percentage varies by division and is not that high overall. Read more…
Nissan’s Interstar-e rolls to dealerships in Europe
Nissan’s large Interstar van, offered for the first time as a battery-electric variant, will be available at dealerships starting this month. It has a range of up to 460 kilometres. Read more…
Smart driving features to cover BYD’s entire lineup in 2025, report says
BYD plans to use smart driving features as a weapon to drive sales growth next year, as the marginal effect from price advantage begins to wane, according to local media. Read more…
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies develops new seal for in-wheel motors
Germany-based Freudenberg Sealing Technologies offers a sealing geometry to support electric motor manufacturers at the development stage. In-wheel motors for EVs enable wheel-specific torque control, enhanced comfort and more design space within the vehicle. They create a lower center of gravity, tighter turning radius and higher load capacity for electric buses and offer added value… Read more…
Avatr opens 1st showroom in Thailand, makes 1st local car deliveries
Avatr has opened its first showroom in Thailand and delivered the Avatr 11 SUV to its first over 100 local customers. Read more…
Tesla police cruiser, Trump voters love solar, and at least the mines will be nice
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, I, for one, welcome our new insect overlords. I’d like to remind them that, as a trusted media personality, I can be helpful in rounding up others to toil in their underground sugar caves cobalt mines. Read more…
Smiths Interconnect’s Hypertac Green Connect socket boasts more efficient energy transfer, uses no lead or beryllium
Most EV drivers probably don’t think much about the connectors in their charging stations, but a higher-quality connector can deliver faster, more reliable charging and a longer service life. Smiths Interconnect touts several advantages of its Hypertac Green Connect socket for CCS chargers. Designed to IEC 62196 and SAE J1772 standards, Hypertac Green Connect offers… Read more…
Don’t Worry. The EV Revolution Is Here To Stay
Whether American politicians support it or not, American companies are going to keep building great EVs. Read more…
Trump won – what now for US clean energy?
Donald Trump will push fossil fuels and undo renewable energy policies, but it ultimately won’t stop clean energy’s momentum. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) faces critical Q3 2024 earnings: Here’s what to watch for
Rivian (RIVN) will report its third-quarter earnings on Thursday after market close. After a supply shortage hampered production, investors are wondering if the EV maker will see its first revenue drop since becoming a public company. Here’s what to watch for in Rivian’s Q3 2024 earnings report. Read more…
Tesla and Mercedes-Benz recognized for their ‘human rights diligence’ in making EVs
Amnesty International recognized Tesla and Mercedes-Benz for their “human rights diligence” in manufacturing their electric vehicles. Read more…
Toshiba and partners testing electric buses with rapid pantograph charging system
Multinational electronics company Toshiba is partnering with Japanese bus operator Rinko Bus and Swiss electric bus equipment manufacturer Drive Electro Technology on a demonstration project to test the effectiveness of a rapid-charging battery powered by a pantograph to charge an electric bus in 10 minutes. Drive Electro Technology will produce the pantograph charging system and… Read more…
