Back in 2019, EV startup Rivian scored a great coup—an order for 100,000 electric delivery vans from Amazon. The fat order from the delivery giant gave Rivian what every young company dreams of: a solid source of income that gave it the resources to pursue its true passion (which, for Rivian, means pickups and SUVs… Read more…
Battery makers seem to be okay with an EV production slowdown
The news that GM, Ford and other automakers plan to slow down production of EVs in response to slower sales growth (EV sales grew by only 50 percent last quarter) was like an early Christmas for the various varieties of EV-haters. For most of us in the EV industry, it was more like a visit… Read more…
Chrysler CEO confirms EV crossover coming in 2025, based on Airflow concept
Chrysler’s next new model will be an EV crossover launching in 2025, which will be based on the Chrysler Airflow concept presented in 2022 and seen in the image below. The new crossover will use the STLA Large architecture, shared with other models from Stellantis (which owns Chrysler). Chrysler Airflow concept The news comes straight from Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell. This will be a two-row crossover, and the brand is also considering, at some later point, the introduction of an all-new EV sedan to its lineup, to replace the long-running Chrysler 300, which is currently being… More…
Tesla raises prices of Model 3 and Model Y’s long-range versions slightly in China
The price of the Model 3 Long Range has been raised by RMB 1,500 in China, while the Model Y Long Range has gone up by RMB 2,500. Read more…
Lexus is offering $15,000 in lease cash off its first EV, the 2023 RZ 450e
As the EV price war heats up, Lexus is increasing the discounts. Lexus is offering up to $15,000 off 2023 RZ 450e leases, its biggest discount so far. More…
BYD, Tesla Expand Their Share In Global EV Market: Q1-Q3 2023 Ranking
More than one third of new rechargeable cars are either from BYD or Tesla. More…
Hyundai Said To Complete Development Of Cheaper LFP Batteries In Late 2024
By developing its own LFP packs, Hyundai aims to lower the price of its EVs and reduce its dependence on Chinese suppliers. More…
Rivian ups production forecast and ends Amazon exclusivity for ECV
Rivian’s recent third-quarter financial report reveals a fascinating juxtaposition of soaring sales against a backdrop of substantial financial losses. This dichotomy paints a picture of a company at the cusp of significant growth, albeit grappling with the challenges inherent in the EV industry. Rivian has boldly revised its production target for 2023, now aiming to manufacture a staggering 54,000 units of its R1T and R1S electric vehicles, up from its previous goal of 52,000. This adjustment comes in the wake of a remarkable 121% increase in vehicle production in the third quarter,… More…
Chrysler Still Aims For New EV In 2025, May Be Airflow-Inspired: CEO
Chrysler has felt on life support for years, but its CEO says a new EV is coming—and that Airflow design may not be dead yet. More…
This E-Bike Radar System Alerts You Of Potential Dangers Lurking Behind
The Ride Safety System RS 1000 makes use of AI-powered hazard detection. More…
Ever seen a cargo motorcycle? PNY just unveiled these 60 MPH electric workhorses
Urban cargo solutions and last-mile delivery are quickly undergoing rapid electrification. Since large delivery vans and trucks don’t work well in crowded cities, many operators are moving towards cargo e-bikes and scooters. But what happens when those solutions just aren’t big enough? Then you may want to check out the PNY Ponie, an electric cargo motorcycle designed for heavy hauling in tight spaces. More…
Jackery early Black Friday sale starts from $254, Rad Power e-bikes up to $300 off, more
The early Black Friday sales are beginning to go live, and up first we have Jackery marking down its collection of portable power stations starting at $254. The discounts continue over to a Rad Power Daylight Savings e-bike sale, which comes joined by a collection of other EV deals. More…
Rivian’s price strategy holds strong as new orders push average sales prices higher
Rivian has been one of the few EV makers (or automakers in general) to avoid cutting prices. That trend will likely continue. According to Rivian’s CEO, RJ Scaringe, new orders are driving up the average sales price (ASP) on its vehicles. More…
Tesla Cybertruck specs leak every dimension + 14-50 outlet in bed
A screenshot of the Tesla Cybertruck’s specs has been leaked ahead of the truck’s first deliveries coming at the end of this month, and now we know just about everything there is to know about the size of the truck, along with some other surprising capabilities. More…
General Motors invests in a new startup for clean permanent magnets
Niron Magnetics is a small US-based startup company that just received $33 million in funding from one of the big automakers in the country – General Motors. Previously, Volvo Group and Stellantis have chipped in as well. The company aims to deliver “clean Earth permanent magnets”, which are essential for the production of electric motors in EVs. They are called “permanent magnets” because, within the motor unit, they constantly generate force, which is used for turning electricity into mechanical energy. And Niron Magnetic is proud to say that its version of magnets is “the first and… More…
Revel’s new EV fast charging station in Queens serves rideshare drivers and the public
Revel, the Brooklyn-based EV infrastructure and rideshare provider, has opened its third public EV fast charging station in New York City, and its first in Queens. The LIC Superhub is located in the accessory garage of the JACX, a mixed-use development in Long Island City. Located near the Taxi and Limousine Commission’s main driver support… Read more…
2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger Has “Unlimited” Battery Electric Range, Requires No Public Charging
The perpetual motion machine has arrived. More…
Global EV Sales Hit Record Of 1.3 Million In September 2023
The historically strongest part of the year is now ahead of us. More…
IRS opens registration for auto dealers to offer point-of-sale credits for EV buyers
The worst aspect of the old EV tax credit was that it could only be applied to a buyer’s income tax liability (not self-employment tax, state taxes, etc) and, unlike some other tax credits, could not be carried over to a future year. The practical effect of this was that the only people who could… Read more…
Nel chooses Plymouth, Michigan for electrode gigafactory
Norwegian fuel cell company Nel has decided to build its next gigafactory in Plymouth Charter Township, a Detroit suburb. The electrode manufacturing plant will produce 4 GW of alkaline and proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer technology annually. The Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) has awarded a $10-million Michigan Business Development grant to the project. The MSF… Read more…
