The second day of the 2024 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP) at the NCM Motorsports Park was marked by intense competition for some and a struggle to get rolling for others.. Read more…
BYD launches new variant for compact SUV Yuan Up, brings longer range than base model
The new variant of the BYD Yuan Up is priced at RMB 3,000 more than the entry-level version, but the range has increased by 100 km to 401 km. Read more…
New Nio Phone appears in regulatory database as launch nears
The Nio IN 2024 event is expected to take place in a week’s time, when Nio may launch its second-generation Nio Phone. Read more…
Zeekr launches right-hand drive Zeekr X compact SUV in HK
Zeekr launched the right-hand drive Zeekr X SUV in Hong Kong on July 17 and gave the all-new Zeekr 009 an appearance, with the MPV set to be launched there on July 19. Read more…
Cybertruck’s redesigned wheel covers are ready to go, almost half a year later
After stopping shipment of Cybertruck’s original aerodynamic wheel covers due to unusual tire wear in early February, Tesla is finally starting to install redesigned wheel covers on Cybertrucks that were delivered without them in the interim, and we’re finally seeing pictures of what they’ll look like. Read more…
Honda believes it will outpace US rivals as its first electric SUV is available in all markets
Can Honda take a bigger piece of the US auto market in 2024? Honda and luxury brand Acura are banking on brand loyalty and new EVs, including the Prologue and ZDX, to help outpace US rivals. The Honda Prologue is now available at most dealers, spanning all US markets. Read more…
Aptera partner US Capital Global leads $60M investment round to reach low volume SEV production
Aptera’s new partner, financial group US Capital Global, is helping lead the solar EV startup’s latest investment round, which will offer up to $60 million in convertible notes. With this funding, Aptera hopes to complete production intent SEV builds for crash testing ahead of a (very) low-volume start of production in early 2025. Here’s the latest. Read more…
Diesel is down, restomods are fun (these are probably not related)
On this episode of Quick Charge, we explore the wide range of electric conversions and restomods out there bringing classic style to the ultra modern world of electric vehicles … even if there aren’t that many of them around. Read more…
Check out Volkswagen’s new ID.UNYX electric SUV, starting under $30,000 in China
Volkswagen launched its new ID.UNYX electric SUV in China on Wednesday. Starting under $30,000, VW’s new electric SUV is set to compete against top-selling EVs in an intensifying market. The electric SUV is the first to wear the golden logo from its new sub-brand as VW looks to take on BYD and Tesla in the world’s largest EV market. Read more…
American Test Of BYD’s Tesla Model 3 Fighter: ‘It’s Way More Luxurious’
YouTube EV expert Kyle Conner says the BYD Seal needs some polish, but is incredible value for money. Maybe even better than a Model 3. Read more…
Volkswagen unveils ID. UNYX electric SUV coupe in China
Volkswagen is trying to shake things up a bit in China with the debut of its latest EV, the ID. UNYX. Designed exclusively for the local market, this SUV coupef features an interesting design and improved technology, per the company claims. The ID. UNYX is supposed to help Volkswagen refresh its “people’s car” image in China. That’s a big ask… Read more…
U.S. Battery Recycling Capacity To Triple In The Next Few Years
It might be enough to recycle a six-digit number of EV battery packs. Read more…
This Should Be BYD’s First U.S. Passenger Vehicle. Change My Mind
BYD has no official intention to sell the Shark plug-in hybrid pickup in the US, but it should. Read more…
Smart Mulls Electric Fortwo Replacement But Won’t Make It Alone
The Fortwo is being discontinued this year, but Smart is looking at ways to make a new generation happen. Read more…
The U.S. Already Restricted Chinese Cars. Now It Wants To Block Their Software
“A car is a very scary thing,” a senior U.S. Commerce Department official said. “It knows a lot about you.” Read more…
itselectric secures $6.5 million in seed funding, will bring curbside charging to 7 US cities this year
Millions of drivers rely on on-street parking, and have no possibility of installing their own home charging stations. This situation, which your correspondent has dubbed the Plight of the Drivewayless, was long seen as a difficult dilemma, but nowadays a visit to Oslo or London makes the solution plain: plenty of on-street public chargers. Brooklyn-based… Read more…
GBA launches second wave of Battery Passport pilots
The Global Battery Alliance has announced the second wave of its Battery Passport pilot program. The GBA is a consortium led by battery manufacturers, including CALB Group, Contemporary Amperex Technology, EVE Energy, Farasis Energy, FinDreams Battery, LG Energy Solutions, Samsung SDI and Sunwoda. These companies’ products comprise some 80% of global EV battery market share…. Read more…
Genesis to launch hybrids ASAP after it ‘overachieved’ with EVs
The Korean luxury brand wants to bring hybrids to market as soon as possible. Genesis revealed plans to launch hybrids for “as many models as possible.” The comments come after Genesis “overachieved” with EVs, according to the brand’s director of vehicle development, Tyrone Johnson. Read more…
Tesla claims a 95% automated production at Gigafactory Shanghai
Tesla claims that it is now achieving “95% automated production” at Gigafactory Shanghai with recent updates. Read more…
Ioniq 5 & EV6 spotted with native NACS port, Hyundai confirms 2024 release
A Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6 have been spotted at a supercharger, but not charging with an adapter – this time they were using a native NACS port, suggesting native NACS support could be coming soon. Read more…
