Canadian EV charging provider Hypercharge Networks has signed an agreement with Mattamy Homes to supply charging stations to multifamily developments under construction by Mattamy’s GTA Urban Division in the Greater Toronto Area. Mattamy has placed an initial order for 323 Level 2 EV charging stations. Deliveries are scheduled to begin this summer and continue over… Read more…
ChargePoint’s new Omni Port incorporates CCS and NACS EV fast charging connectors
US public EV charging providers are rapidly adding NACS (SAE J3400) connectors to their charging stations. Industry giant ChargePoint has introduced Omni Port, an EV connector solution that allows drivers of all makes of EVs to charge at the same station by combining “the most prevalent connector types” (which we assume means CCS and NACS)… Read more…
Tesla launches Cybertruck in Canada, and it’s pricey
Tesla has launched the Cybertruck in Canada, and the prices are going to make people think twice about buying the truck they have been waiting for for years. Read more…
Tesla launches new bundle with 3 years of FSD, Supercharging, and premium connectivity
Tesla is trying something new. The automaker is offering a bundle of 3 years of subscription to Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised, Supercharging, and premium connectivity. Read more…
Lonking, HEVI JV to bring more electric equipment to US jobsites
A new joint venture between Greenland Technologies and Chinese equipment manufacturer Lonking will see new EVs developed for the popular HEVI equipment brand and bring new, battery electric equipment solutions to job sites throughout North America. Read more…
Nissan hints at the return of the legendary GT-R as an EV sports car
An electric Nissan GT-R? That looks even more likely now. Nissan’s global product strategy officer, Ivan Espinosa, hinted that the Nissan GT-R would live on in the EV era. Read more…
The Rivian R2’s Charging Port Just Got Much, Much Better
The location will better accommodate Rivian owners filling up at Tesla Superchargers by placing the port on the “correct” side. Read more…
HiPhi’s high hopes face reality with parent company entering bankruptcy
The electric vehicle industry in China, while brimming with potential and breaking sales records, is also known for its fierce competition. One of its better-known contenders, HiPhi, once lauded as one of the most exciting players on the block, now faces a bleak future as its parent company, Human Horizons, grapples with bankruptcy. The Yancheng Economic and Technological Development Zone… Read more…
Affordable EVs May Not Be Profitable: ‘Just Not Realistic’
Massive volumes are critical to make EVs profitable, but getting there is herculean task. Read more…
DOE makes $65 million available for Connected Communities charging management projects
The DOE has announced a new Funding Opportunity Announcement (DE-FOA-0003136), which offers up to $65 million for Connected Communities 2.0, a program that “seeks to validate grid-edge technology innovations in real-world situations and provide new tools for utilities, grid planners and operators, automakers and smart charge management service providers.” This FOA has two major topic… Read more…
JordProxa and Zelandez partner to boost lithium carbonate supply
Modular industrial plant design company JordProxa, headquartered in Australia, and lithium brinefield technology provider Zelandez, based in Argentina, have signed a partnership to rapidly increase the supply of lithium from North and South American lithium brine mining companies. The partnership’s main focus will be deployment of Zelandez’s Early Lithium Carbonation Facility (ErLi), a prefabricated unit… Read more…
Automakers’ share of China NEV market in Jul: BYD tops with 35.5%, Tesla 4th with 5.3%
In the January-July period, BYD was No. 1 in the NEV market by retail with a 34.1 percent share, while Tesla was No. 3 with a 6.5 percent share. Read more…
Volvo Increases EX90 Prices, Shows Estimated Delivery In 4-8 Months
The model entered production in June but will be launched without certain features. Read more…
Acura teases concept previewing US-built EV on its own platform
Acura teased an electric SUV concept that will debut in Monterey next week The production version of the electric SUV concept will ride on Acura and Honda’s own BEV platform Acura will build the electric SUV in its Marysville Auto Plant in Ohio Acura is due to debut an electric SUV concept at this month’s 2024 Monterey Car Week, and Friday it… Read more…
2025 Volvo EX90 price hiked $3,300, still missing features
The 2025 Volvo EX90 now costs $81,290 The updated pricing includes a $3,300 price increase due to material costs The 2025 Volvo EX90 is in production in South Carolina The 2025 Volvo EX90 has gotten $3,300 more expensive ahead of the planned start of U.S. deliveries later this year, reported Automotive News. Volvo’s website now lists the base… Read more…
Kia EV3 spotted in the streets of California, on track for an early 2025 release
The Kia EV3 is on the verge of starting deliveries in South Korea, but other markets are still in the dark as when they might expect it. We’ve got some good news for the US now, even if Kia hasn’t announced anything officially. An EV3 was spotted on the streets in California, indicating an imminent release. We already know all… Read more…
Huawei expands electric car line-up in China
Huawei has launched the Stelato S9 luxury electric sedan in China, developed in collaboration with BAIC – for 399,800 yuan (approx. 51,000 euros). A new EV model is also to be launched together with Chery. And with JAC, Huawei is even planning a completely new electric car brand – as an electric luxury counterpart to Rolls-Royce. Read more…
UK: char.gy to take over operation of 950 charge points in Richmond and Wandsworth
char.gy will take over the operation of all 950 EV charging points in the UK boroughs of Richmond and Wandsworth. This will be done in three phases, with the migration to be finalised in November of next year. Read more…
Check out the electric vehicles you can lease for under $200 a month this August
With electric vehicle prices down, this summer may be the time to buy. Several brands are slashing lease prices as new EVs hit the market. New EVs like the Nissan Ariya are on a fire sale with lease prices under $200 per month this August. Check out all the EVs available to lease for under $200 below. Read more…
A Classic Jeep EV Conversion Is The Best Father-Son Project. Cheap, Too
After sitting for 40 years in a forest, this old Jeep got a new lease of life thanks to a hodge-podge of eBay-sourced EV parts. Read more…
