Kople is switching to the Driivz software operating system and will migrate its network of more than 7,000 charging points for electric vehicles to the Driivz platform. Read more…
Lucerne public transport operator launches three new electric buses
Verkehrsbetriebe Luzern AG has been taken delivery of the first three electric buses from a 50-vehicle-order placed late last year. The public transport operator plans to expand its electric vehicle fleet until 2040, when the whole thing is to be 100% electric. Read more…
Three-pronged program to address grid constraints and fleet electrification
Itron, a company assisting utilities and cities in managing energy and water, and The Mobility House unveiled the Fast & Flexible Interconnect (FIX) program. It is designed to help utilities and grid operators address the challenges associated with EV fleet electrification. Read more…
Fiat unveils 5 new boxy ‘Panda-inspired’ concept cars
Fiat just unveiled a new set of Panda-inspired concept cars at the Geneva Motor Show, including a new city car and a pickup truck. As Fiat has just launched its 500e in the US, some EV versions of these vehicles could be on their way stateside. Read more…
Kandi’s new collapsible electric golf cart is the latest tiny EV coming for your neighborhood
Golf carts aren’t just for golfers anymore. In fact, they’re getting much more use away from the golfing green as an alternative to cars in neighborhoods all over the US. Now Kandi America’s new collapsible mini golf cart is trying to reframe the concept of low-impact urban transportation. Read more…
GM expands to new European markets with its luxury $93K Lyriq
General Motors is banking that Europeans will want an American-made $93,000 SUV that has zero emissions – but the US brand has had plenty of trouble getting production off the ground on its home turf.. Read more…
Li Auto earnings call: Management expects deliveries to top 70,000 in Jun, has set up operations in Middle East
Li Auto management said they expect to see deliveries top 50,000 in March and 70,000 in June. Read more…
Peugeot releases an E-5008 teaser video, reveals new panoramic screen
Peugeot is about to launch its largest EV SUV yet, the E-5008. The vehicle sits above the E-3008 both in terms of size and features. Peugeot just released a short teaser trailer of the new E-5008’s interior, revealing some of the features. The teaser highlights the new Panoramic i-Cockpit – a 21-inch HD screen that combines the heads-up display with… Read more…
Ineos unveils Fusilier electric off-road vehicle
Ineos Automotive has unveiled the electrically powered Fusilier – the off-road brand’s third model. The new off-road vehicle has two drive options: a fully electric drive and an electric drive with range extender. Read more…
Upgraded Tesla Model 3 Performance Spotted Without Camouflage
The market launch of the new Performance version is expected within months. Read more…
Tesla Spotted Filming At Superchargers With Non-Tesla EVs
The Ford Mustang Mach-E and GMC Hummer EV were part of the cast. Read more…
Swiss electric scooter Microlino gets L6e variant
The Swiss company Micro Mobility Systems is presenting the Microlino Lite, an L6e version of its electric cabin scooter. Available in two colour variants, the mini electric scooter is now available to order. The sales launch is scheduled for early summer. Read more…
Marine industry unites for decarbonisation in the International Electric Marine Association (IMEA)
The International Electric Marine Association (IEMA) has grown to 40 members within half a year after its formation. The organisation is working towards decarbonising the marine industry across the “world’s waters” and claims its reach extends across Europe to Asia and the South Pacific. Read more…
Neta has launched preparations for HK IPO, report says
Neta started preparations for its IPO in Hong Kong in the fourth quarter of 2023, with the amount of cornerstone investments signed up so far exceeding RMB 2 billion, according to local media. Read more…
Renault Scenic E-Tech crowned the 2024 Car of the Year
The Renault Scenic E-Tech took home the coveted Car of the Year 2024 award. Electric vehicles dominating automotive awards is slowly becoming the norm, and the French SUV bested some remarkable competitors. The 2024 win adds to Renault’s long history with the award, scoring multiple trophies over the years. One of its biggest selling points is the claimed 625 km… Read more…
BYD’s FinDreams poised to develop safer e-scooter batteries following fires in China
BYD is globally most renowned for large electric vehicles and batteries powering e-buses and cars. This is about to change, as the company announced this week that it would increase its R&D investment to develop two-wheeler batteries. The move could help iron out recent safety risks. Read more…
Renault presents the electric Renault 5: A nostalgia-evoking concept in bright green
Renault debuts the Renault 5 in an electric reimagining that ventures into the future by returning to a classic icon. The Renault 5 E-Tech Electric takes design elements from the historic R5 and is set to shake up the small electric car segment this coming autumn. We got the full report and first pricing. Read more…
BYD launches electric super sports car with 960 kW
BYD has unveiled its first battery-electric super sports car under its Yangwang brand. The Yangwang U9 has four motors, each with an output of 240 kW – totalling 960 kW. Prices and the Chinese market launch date are also available. Read more…
Stellantis to supply up to 500,000 cars to Ayvens’ leasing fleet
The merged mobility brand from ALD Automotive and Leaseplan, has concluded a framework agreement with Stellantis to purchase up to half a million vehicles by 2026. The deal with Ayvens includes several Stellantis brands and cars with different drives, including electric. Read more…
Xpeng to report Q4 earnings on Mar 19
Li Auto already reported its fourth-quarter earnings earlier today, while Nio will report its earnings on March 5. Read more…
