The electric car startup WM Motor, once supported by Chinese internet group Baidu, went bankrupt in 2023 but wanted to get back into business quickly with a restructuring plan. This took longer than expected, but now the company has announced that it wants to start producing cars again this month. Read more…
Toshiba launches 1500 V photorelay for automotive battery management systems
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage has introduced the TLX9161T automotive photorelay, designed to help EV manufacturers and battery system suppliers manage high-voltage battery packs. The TLX9161T, housed in a compact SO12L-T package, delivers a minimum output withstand voltage of 1500 V to meet requirements for high-voltage automotive batteries. Volume production has started. The TLX9161T targets… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Won’t Get Wireless Charing After All. Here’s Why.
Tesla’s lead engineer said that it would be “silly” to give the Cybertruck wireless charging. But Porsche is running with the idea. Lire la suite…
British company unveils non-folding electric bike that folds flat
Boost, a UK-based company better known for its electric bike conversion kits, has released a new electric bike that is designed to be as compact as possible, despite not being a folding e-bike. Or at least, not a folding frame e-bike. Read more…
The Toyota RAV4 and Land Cruiser EVs are almost here
Toyota is gearing up to launch two new electric SUVs based on the RAV4 and Land Cruiser. The RAV4 and Land Cruiser EVs are set to replace a luxury Lexus model as Toyota shifts production plans. Read more…
Zoox has officially begun offering (free) robotaxi rides to the general public around LasVegas
Bespoke robotaxi developer Zoox officially launched driverless rides around the Las Vegas Strip today. The milestone follows months of testing in the area, and the initial rides are free for the general public. Read more…
Kia is about to shake things up, showing off its entire EV lineup for the first time
After showcasing its full EV lineup for the first time, Kia said it will “take the lead” as the industry shifts to electric. Kia will offer an electric vehicle across nearly every segment with the new EV2, EV5, and several more. Read more…
Tata Power opens new Tata.ev MegaCharger hub in Mumbai
Celebrating the annual World EV Day this year, India’s Tata Power opened the largest Tata.ev MegaCharger hub so far in Mumbai (Maharashtra). The company set up this facility under a collaboration with Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited, Tata Motors’ electric car subsidiary. Read more…
Tampa Bay Woman Picks Up Her Tesla. Then She Reveals What That Process Actually Looks Like
A Florida Tesla dealership delivers a Model 3, complete with bow. Lire la suite…
Ceva Logistics presents solution for battery transport
The freight forwarder Ceva Logistics is introducing a comprehensive return logistics service for the transport, storage and processing of end-of-life electric vehicle batteries. The company is investing several million euros in the necessary battery logistics centres. Read more…
Kempower installs first megawatt charging stations in Denmark and Sweden
Finnish manufacturer Kempower has installed its first megawatt charging stations with the MCS standard in Denmark and Sweden. They are being used at the depots of logistics companies Danske Fragtmænd in Odense and Alfredsson Transport in Norrköping. Read more…
BYD plans to build Dolphin Surf in Hungary in 2025
BYD is showcasing its European commitment and progress at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich with the public debut of the only partially electric Seal 6 DM-i Touring, and also displaying the Dolphin Surf, which was awarded a five-star EuroNCAP safety rating and has been confirmed as the first BYD passenger car to be made in Europe. The Chinese carmaking giant has also announced a new BYD Certified Pre-owned scheme. Read more…
Nio prices $1 billion share offering at $5.57 per ADS, 11% discount to previous close
The pricing represents an 11 percent discount to Nio ADS’s closing price of $6.28 on the previous trading day.
Nio will raise $1 billion in the offering. If the underwriters exercise their option, it will raise an additional $150 million.
Nio prices $1 billion share offering at $5.57 per ADS, 11% discount to previous close
The pricing represents an 11 percent discount to Nio ADS’s closing price of $6.28 on the previous trading day.
Nio will raise $1 billion in the offering. If the underwriters exercise their option, it will raise an additional $150 million.
CATL’s new Shenxing Pro battery promises a 10-minute charge for European EVs
The world’s largest battery manufacturer, CATL, has unveiled a new battery technology designed to solve the biggest headaches for electric car drivers: range anxiety and long charging stops. Revealed at Europe’s IAA Munich auto show, the new Shenxing Pro battery promises to deliver incredibly fast charging and impressive longevity. The new technology will be available in two distinct versions, each… Read more…
France introduces extra subsidy for electric cars made in Europe
The French government wants to introduce an additional bonus of €1,000 for the purchase of electric cars on 1 October, provided they are assembled in Europe and equipped with a European battery. The bonus will be granted in addition to the existing environmental bonus. Read more…
Tesla MultiPass: Tesla offers charging at third-party charging points
With its Superchargers, Tesla has a very large fast-charging network in Europe. Now, the car manufacturer has introduced the ‘MultiPass’, a solution that allows Tesla account holders to charge their vehicles at other operators’ charging stations with centralised billing. The service is launching in the Netherlands, with other countries to follow. Read more…
Uber and Momenta plan to test robotaxis in Munich in 2026
Ride-hailing service Uber and Momenta, a Chinese specialist in autonomous driving, plan to test Level 4 autonomous driving in Munich starting next year. The goal is to establish a robotaxi service not only in the Bavarian capital, but also in other European cities. Read more…
‘Fundamentally Wrong’: Why Europe’s Gas-Car Ban Could Make Or Break The Auto Industry
At Europe’s biggest auto show, a huge electric-vehicle push hides a battle to save gas engines behind the scenes. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor files for Lafa 5 hatchback, more specs revealed
The Lafa 5 only has single-motor variants with a peak power output of 160 kW (215 horsepower).
It utilizes LFP batteries supplied by battery makers including CATL, CALB, Gotion High-tech, and Zenergy.
