Musk’s meeting with officials in China goes a long way toward his autonomy dreams. Meanwhile, Ford faces an investigation too. Read more…
Nio website reveals more on Onvo sub-brand
A Nio website page that’s only been available for a few hours describes the Onvo brand and the key features of the sub-brand’s mobile app. Read more…
Swedish field test finds electric construction machines easily keep up with diesel counterparts
Electric construction machines are on a par with diesel machines in terms of performance – with the added advantage that they emit no exhaust fumes, generate less noise and offer a better working environment. This is the conclusion reached by Volvo Construction Equipment and partners following tests under real-life conditions on construction sites in Gothenburg. Read more…
CATL targets small-scale production of solid-state EV batteries by 2027
Electric vehicle enthusiasts are in for a treat, as the world’s battery giant, CATL, aims to shake up the market in a few years. The Chinese manufacturer is pushing for small-scale production of all-solid-state batteries by 2027. These cutting-edge batteries promise increased range and superior safety compared to today’s lithium-ion batteries in electric cars. CATL hasn’t minced words about the… Read more…
USA: Hyundai to build hybrid at its EV factory
As sales of Hyundai’s purely electric cars fell again in the first quarter of 2024, the carmaker will focus more strongly on getting hybrids on the road. And it will use its electric car plant in Georgia, USA, to build them. Read more…
BYD presents compact electric concept car at Auto China
BYD has presented its new Ocean M electric car model as a concept at the motor show in Beijing. The production version of the hatchback model is set to be launched on the Chinese market in the third quarter of 2024 at a price of between around 150,000 and 200,000 yuan (approx. 19,300 to 25,800 euros). Read more…
Electric boat manufacturer X Shore raises 8.5 million euros
Swedish electric boat manufacturer X Shore has completed a financing round of 100 million crowns (around 8.5 million euros). The company’s former founder also invested. The fresh capital comes after a turbulent phase for X Shore. Read more…
Report: EV Electra aims to make Swedish-engineered Emily GT in Italy
The Emily GT, an electric sedan prototype created by former Saab engineers in Sweden with Chinese funding, may see production in Italy under the auspices of a Canadian startup, reports Autocar. The startup in question is called EV Electra, and it has just had an offer to buy an Italian factory approved, CEO Jihad Mohammad said in a LinkedIn post… Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Performance’s $1,000 Price Jump Suggests Strong Demand
The first examples of the 510 horsepower electric sport sedan are expected to arrive this June. Read more…
German utility subsidiary SWO Mobil orders 19 eCitaro buses
Osnabrück’s municipal utility subsidiary SWO Mobil has selected Daimler Buses as the supplier for 19 new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro electric buses. SWO Mobil wants to electrify its fleet completely. Read more…
Wireless charging project to take off in Coventry
In a feasibility study titled ‘Dynacov’, the potential of dynamic wireless charging of electric vehicles will be evaluated in Coventry, England. Using ElectReon technology, a section of Kenilwroth road will be converted into an inductively charging test stretch. Read more…
Swarco Smart Charging rebrands to Evolt Charging
UK charging infrastructure provider Swarco Smart Charging is formally rebranding its systems and service business to Evolt Charging. Read more…
BYD’s net profit in Q1 down 47% from Q4 as sales decline
BYD reported net profit of RMB 4.57 billion in the first quarter, up 10.62 percent year-on-year, but down 47.33 percent from the fourth quarter of 2023. Read more…
Austrian Post realises CO2-free delivery in Salzburg
The Österreichische Post (Austrian Post) has implemented its ‘Green Salzburg’ project and introduced CO2-free delivery of parcels, letters, print media and advertising mail on the last mile. To this end, the CEP provider has 193 electric vehicles on the road. Read more…
Hongqi presents electric cars and plans to launch in Germany
Can a Chinese state car become a global brand? Chinese brand Hongqi presented several appealing electric cars at the Auto China in Beijing. These will be exported to numerous world markets in a few years – including Germany. Hongqi wants to compete with Audi, BMW, and Mercedes in the premium segment. However, some questions remained unanswered in Beijing. Read more…
China introduces scrappage scheme to promote electric cars
In time for the motor show in Beijing, the Chinese government launched a new subsidy programme. Under the programme, drivers who want to replace their old car with a modern electric or a plug-in hybrid model will receive financial support. Read more…
CATL expects to produce its own solid-state batteries in small series by 2027
CATL is aiming to produce pure solid-state batteries in small quantities for the first time in 2027. A company representative describes large-scale production as “still challenging”. This is the first time ever that the world’s largest manufacturer of electric car batteries has outlined a timetable for the introduction of solid-state batteries. Read more…
Italdesign Quintessenza is an electric GT concept thst redefines ‘multi-purpose’
Italdesign, the renowned Italian design studio, has unveiled its bold new all-electric concept: the Italdesign Quintessenza. This radical EV defies existing conventions, blending a high-performance GT’s dynamic power with a pickup truck’s adventurous practicality. It is an audacious concept, but the Quintessenza points to a future of versatile, high-performance electric vehicles. The Quintessenza’s bold, futuristic design isn’t merely for looks.… Read more…
HiPhi reportedly to resume production soon after securing new financing
HiPhi has recently received a strategic investment from a Hong Kong-based organization that will help it resume operations and production, which could happen in late April or early May, according to local media. Read more…
Jaguar celebrates double victory at Formula E races in Monaco
Jaguar driver Mitch Evans has won the Formula E race in Monaco ahead of his team-mate Nick Cassidy and Stoffel Vandoorne (DS Penske). Prior to the race, the British manufacturer had already confirmed that it would continue to take part in the Formula E Gen4 era (from 2026/2027). Read more…
