The tire maker Michelin provides original-equipment tires for seven out of 10 EVs sold in the U.S. And yet it acknowledges that EV drivers shouldn’t be buying as many tires as they are. It’s a technology challenge on multiple fronts. EVs wear through tires quicker, as they weigh more and their torque-rich motor systems tear away more… Read more…
Porsche Macan EV Production Has Officially Started In Leipzig
The manufacturer invested $650 million to expand the plant and get it ready for electric Macan production. Read more…
Ford Pleads To Suppliers: ‘Help Us Make EVs Affordable’
We also discuss GM’s settlement with Bolt EV owners and how Tesla’s AI plans hinge on data from China. Read more…
Baidu Considers Using Tesla’s Robotaxi Tech In China
China’s Google may explore using tech from Tesla’s upcoming robotaxi product in its own service offerings. Read more…
The Chinese FAW Group joins Nio’s battery swap alliance
You’ve probably heard about Nio’s battery swap service in China by now and just like Tesla, the company is trying to open up its network to other EV manufacturers who want to develop cars with swappable batteries. According to a local media outlet, FAW Group will soon become the 8th member to join the Nio-led alliance. The other six makers… Read more…
This year’s Pikes Peak Hill Climb will see its first all-electric pace car: The Acura ZDX Type S
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is just over a month away, and we’ve learned that the pace car will be all-electric for the first time ever. The Acura ZDX Type S will lead the annual 12.42-mile climb up Pikes Peak as the automaker continues its tradition in the pace position but with an all-electric spin this year. Read more…
Tesla plans a data center for self-driving in China, report says
Tesla is reportedly in the early stages of planning to build a data center to train its self-driving AI in China.. Read more…
Volkswagen to go solo on affordable EVs after ending talks with Renault
Volkswagen has ended talks with Renault to launch an affordable EV, according to sources. However, a low-cost Volkswagen electric car is still in the plans. Read more…
Honda debuts hydrogen-powered Class 8 fuel cell Semi truck concept
Honda is debuting a hydrogen semi truck concept at this year’s Advanced Clean Transportation Expo, an annual expo focusing on clean medium and heavy duty vehicles, next week in Las Vegas. Read more…
US startup Bedrock enters market for sodium-ion batteries
In the USA, the startup Bedrock Materials is preparing to produce materials for sodium-ion batteries in order to contribute to cheaper electric cars. The company was spun out of Stanford University in 2023 and employs a former Tesla engineer as its CEO. Read more…
VinFast brings Bosch on board as charging partner for Europe
The collaboration with Bosch will give VinFast customers access to a network of 700,000 charging points in 30 European countries. VinFast has already had a charging infrastructure partnership with Bosch in North America for two years. Read more…
GM and LG offer compensation for defective Chevrolet Bolt owners
General Motors and LG are setting up a 150 million US dollar fund to compensate owners of the Chevrolet Bolt electric model who have been affected by defective batteries. The initiative is the result of a court settlement with plaintiffs in the USA. Read more…
Mitsubishi plans EVs, plug-in hybrids in expanded US lineup
Mitsubishi plans to update its U.S. lineup with new hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and EVs over the next few years. The automaker on Thursday unveiled a new business plan called “Momentum 2030” which includes plans for one new or refreshed model to be introduced between 2026 and the end of the decade, nearly doubling the automaker’s U.S. lineup from… Read more…
Polestar Depends On China For Now. It Wants ‘More Clarity’ On What EV Tariffs Mean
The brand is “currently evaluating” 100% EV tariff increases from the Biden Administration, including the impact on Polestar 2 prices. Read more…
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV Is The EPA Range King For Ultium Cars
The RS RWD version uses an estimated 2.7 miles/kWh and the EPA range is 324 miles. Read more…
2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Deliveries Finally Underway
The cheapest electric Equinox starts at $43,295 but an even more affordable version is coming later this year. Read more…
Gotion shows tech muscle with launch of new batteries, announces foray into all-solid-state batteries
Gotion has launched the G-Current, which supports ultra-fast charging, the Stellary Battery, a large cylindrical battery, and announced the Gemstone, an all-solid-state battery. Read more…
Tesla adds $1,000 to the price of Model 3 Performance, makes Black and White interior standard
The updated Tesla Model 3 Performance was only unveiled last month its 510 horsepower and it’s already gone through a bunch of price adjustments. Initially launched for $52,990 in the US, undercutting the lower-spec Long Range model after tax credits, the Model 3 Performance quickly garnered positive reviews and significant attention. Tesla, perhaps encouraged by the car’s reception, has twice… Read more…
Thousands More Teslas Are Piling Up In Parking Lots
Tesla’s growing inventory can sometimes even be seen from space, via satellite images. So what’s the problem? Read more…
Aiways exiting China to focus on manufacturing EVs for Europe
Chinese EV startup Aiways will exit its domestic market, although its manufacturing operations back home will continue to exist for other countries. Europe will be the core focus of the troubled Chinese automaker moving forward. Read more…
