The 2024 Zeekr X eliminates the previous, lower-priced entry-level version and retains the other two versions, but at reduced prices. Read more…
Full text: Nio CEO William Li’s 1st letter to employees in 2024
In the letter, Li laid out his views on the competition in the EV industry in 2024, as well as Nio’s priorities. Read more…
Android for cars gets Chrome browser, real-time battery info, trip planning on your phone
Today at CES Google unveiled some new features coming to Android Auto and cars with Google built-in. First off, EVs compatible with Android Auto, starting with the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Ford F-150 Lightning, can share real-time battery information with Google Maps. This will allow Google Maps to show your estimated battery level on arrival at your destination, suggest charging… Read more…
Chinese EV tech firm U Power unveils skateboard chassis that can help automakers accelerate EV making
U Power said its UP Super Board can cut development time by at least six months, ultimately reducing the cost and time to market of EV products. Read more…
See How Kia’s Modular Delivery Van Transforms Into A Truck
Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle promises to reinvent commercial EVs, and it may realize the dream of the modular car. Read more…
DeepRoute to fit its autonomous driving solution that doesn’t rely on HD maps into consumer cars in 2024
DeepRoute and Tencent have partnered in the mapping space to create smart driving cars that don’t come with HD maps. Read more…
Nio’s upcoming brand Alps will launch with an SUV this year
Nio is planning on launching two additional brands in its portfolio, to bring more affordable options to the market than its main brand’s. It’s a strategy that’s been tried successfully many times over in the mobile world, so, since EVs are more like gadgets than any other cars before them, why not? The obvious benefit here is that the main… Read more…
Goal Zero launches three new Yeti portable power stations, its first with LiFePO4 batteries
It’s portable power station day, as the CES 2024 news turns towards keeping your gear refueled away from home and through power outages. After seeing Anker’s latest releases debut, the folks over at Goal Zero are following up with some new debuts of their own. Launching the company’s first LiFePO4 power stations, three new Yeti models are going to begin shipping at the end of the month. Read more…
Toyota releases 2024 bZ4X prices with added features, new dual-voltage charging cable
Toyota gave the bZ4X an update for the 2024 model year. With new features and tech, Toyota looks to keep up with the competition.. Read more…
Hyundai unveils its electric air taxi at CES, which could be powered by solid-state batteries
Would you ride in Hyundai’s electric flying taxi? Hyundai’s advanced air mobility company, Supernal, unveiled its electric flying taxi at CES Tuesday. The four-passenger eVTOL will “operate as quietly as a dishwasher” and could be powered by solid-state batteries. Read more…
Tesla slashes official car wrap color prices, adds new color
Tesla has slashed prices on its official car wrap color selection and added a new ‘Satin Abbyss Blue’ for Model 3 and Model Y. Read more…
Honda’s First Next-Generation EV Will Look “Very Close” To Concept, CEO Says
Honda revealed two futuristic concept cars on Tuesday that preview its next-generation global EV lineup. Read more…
Transport Canada, US DOT and DOE issue joint statement on action to reduce rail-sector emissions
The US and Canada have created a Rail Decarbonization Task Force to explore ways to reduce emissions from the rail sector. According to a joint statement from the US DOT and the Canadian Transport Ministry, “The decarbonization of the rail sector is a crucial component of our global efforts to reduce emissions and meet the… Read more…
French E-Bike Specialist Valeo Rolls Out Updates To Cyclee Motor-Gearbox System
The updated Cyclee is quieter, smoother, and packs more tech than ever before. Read more…
BMW Group Electric Car Sales Hit A New Record In Q4 And 2023
The company plans to increase BEV sales to over 500,000 units and 20% share in 2024. Read more…
China: Tesla EV Retail Sales And Exports Increased In 2023
Sales in China were at a near-record level last month, indicating strong demand. Read more…
Volkswagen’s electric vehicle deliveries increase by 21% in 2023
Volkswagen has reported an increase in its vehicle deliveries in 2023 on a yearly basis, with the highest jump coming from its electric car sales. Taking into account VW’s recent – and numerous – report of manufacturing pauses due to a lack of demand for its vehicles, the actual numbers show that the picture isn’t nearly as bleak as some… Read more…
Fresh look for future Honda EVs bows with Saloon, Space-Hub concepts
Against the backdrop of CES in Las Vegas, Honda provided a first look at its 0 Series (Zero Series) electric vehicles set to launch in 2026—in the form of two new head-turning EV concepts. The two concept vehicles, called Saloon and Space-Hub, are a racy-looking, kammback-profile car and a taller, more upright van or wagon—both built… Read more…
XPeng AeroHT’s ‘modular flying car’ will enter mass production, pre-orders begin in Q4
During a press event held during CES in Las Vegas, XPeng’s electric aviation business arm AeroHT shared new details regarding two of its “flying cars.” In addition to live demonstrations of its eVTOL flying supercar, XPeng AeroHT shared that its modular “Land Aircraft Carrier” will enter mass production. Read more…
OKAI Ranger 1,000W e-bike hits $1,115 alongside launch day deals on Anker’s new power station, more
A launch discount on the all-new Anker SOLIX F3800 power station is just the start of today’s savings, as the OKAI Ranger e-bike with its 1,000W motor and 45-mile range drops to $1,125 alongside a 1-day Greenworks electric tool sale – all of which joins today’s other best new Green Deals.. Read more…
