The NEV penetration rate is expected to reach a record 45.5 percent in March as it reversed the pre-holiday slump and rose rapidly, the CPCA said. Read more…
Shell is shedding some gas stations in favor of EV charging
Shell plans to eliminate some of its current gas stations while putting further emphasis on EV charging. “We are upgrading our retail network, with expanded electric vehicle charging and convenience offers, in response to changing customer needs,” Shell said in its 2024 Energy Transition Strategy report (via Yahoo! Finance). That includes plans to… Read more…
Renault to offer remanufactured drives and batteries in after-sales
Renault subsidiary The Future is Neutral has started remanufacturing three components of the electric drivetrain: Electric motors, power electronics and batteries. In future, Renault customers will be able to choose between new original parts and remanufactured components, which are up to 30 per cent cheaper. Read more…
EPA changes emissions rules – America’s road to electric vehicles gets a speed adjustment
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has adjusted its rules on electric vehicle adoption. Following industry pressure and assessment of the current state of EV readiness, the EPA has relaxed its initial aggressive push for a swift transition. The updated emissions standards still target significant reductions, but they offer automakers more time and flexibility to reach that goal. The initial EPA… Read more…
VW ID. Buzz gets an all-wheel drive – with a sporty GTX variant
Following the GTX versions of the ID.3 and ID.7, VW has also released the last of its Europe ID. models as a GTX version – the ID. Buzz. The electric van is equipped with the latest drive generation of the MEB and a whole host of sporty details. Read more…
BMW presents the Vision Neue Klasse X concept
With the Vision Neue Klasse X SUV concept, BMW has given a preview of the first electric model based on the Neue Klasse vehicle architecture. This is the model whose series production is scheduled to start at the Hungarian plant in Debrecen in the second half of 2025. Read more…
BYD reportedly to launch compact electric SUV Yuan Up on Mar 26
The Yuan Up will be the first A0-class electric SUV in BYD’s all-electric e-Platform 3.0, with a CLTC range of 401 km. Read more…
US carmakers must reduce CO2 fleet emissions by 49% by 2032
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the final emissions targets for new cars from model years 2027 to 2032. As expected, these will be weakened compared to earlier plans – but only at the beginning. The final target of significantly reducing emissions by 2032 remains more or less the same. Read more…
Tesla has produced sufficient batteries for 1,000 Cybertrucks
Li Auto cuts guidance for Q1 deliveries as order intake falls short of expectations
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BMW Vision Neue Klasse X: Seriously Upgraded Battery And Tech, Controversial Looks
The first series-production electric SUVs based on this design will hit the streets next year. Read more…
Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX Is A Hot Electric Minivan With 335 HP And All-Wheel Drive
VW’s go-fast people mover comes with a dual-motor setup, two wheelbase options, and two battery sizes. Read more…
Gotion to develop energy storage plants with Japan’s Daiwa Energy
A total of 1 GWh of energy storage battery products are expected to be introduced into Japan over the next 2 years, Gotion said. Read more…
Li Auto CEO addresses what went wrong with Li Mega and how to fix it in internal letter
Li Auto incorrectly treated a period of commercial validation as a period of rapid growth with the Li Mega, and this strategic miscalculation was the essential reason for the model’s issues, its CEO said. Read more…
FEV software detects and prevents partial discharge early on
FEV has developed PD-HVX (Partial Discharge – High Voltage X) for the early detection and prevention of PD in high-voltage electric-drive units (EDUs). PD can cause damage to the insulation in modern EDUs, and in the worst-case scenario this can result in total failure of the vehicle. Read more…
Nio recruits new batch of 20,000 pioneer testers for NOP+
Nio began recruiting an additional 20,000 pioneer testers for NOP+, which will be the final user experience event before the feature is pushed out to all car owners. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 EV find a clever solution to touchscreen-vs-button debate
The raging debate over whether touchscreens are a blessing or a curse for modern cars may finally be reaching a truce – thanks to Xiaomi. The Chinese tech giant’s upcoming electric sedan, the Xiaomi SU7, offers a unique and innovative way for drivers to personalize their in-car experience. While some drivers have become fans of sleek and fully screen-based dashboards,… Read more…
FAW Hongqi launches all-electric sedan EH7 with starting price of $31,920
Hongqi EH7 is the first model launched by Hongqi New Energy since it became independent in January 2023. Read more…
Adhesives & Bonding Expo returns to Michigan in June 2024
Spark connections: Fuel your automotive applications Adhesives & Bonding Expo, the largest, free-to-attend trade fair and conference for industrial bonding products and manufacturing in North America, is returning for its fourth edition from June 25-27, 2024, in Novi, MI. Register to attend and you’ll gain easy access to the co-located Foam Expo taking place in… Read more…
Huawei-Chery joint brand Luxeed to re-launch 1st model S7 on Apr 8, report says
The re-launched Luxeed S7 will bring new features and will be able to deliver soon after launch, with monthly sales expected to be at around 5,000 units, according to local media. Read more…
