The consortium of the European HELENA project has announced the assembly of a complete solid-state battery cell with halide electrolyte. This is accompanied by progress in connection with the electrochemical properties of this electrolyte. Read more…
Lunaz Group completely shuts down production
UK vehicle electrification specialist Lunaz Group has halted its operations entirely and has announced that it will appoint administrators to undergo a restructuring process. Read more…
ZEEKR ‘mixes’ it up with its fifth EV model – a funky new van designed for traveling families
Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR has confirmed its 5th EV model – a new van-like multi-purpose vehicle called the MIX. Designed for families with a traveling lifestyle, the ZEEKR MIX is the latest in China’s growing segment of all-electric family-size vehicles. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) stock drops on report it is reducing EV output at Giga Shanghai
Tesla’s (TSLA) stock dropped this morning due to a report that automakers are reducing their electric vehicle output at Gigafactory Shanghai because of lower demand. Read more…
Hyundai’s rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT caught testing for the first time – A Rivian R3X rival?
A new rugged IONIQ 5 model is set to hit the market soon. Ahead of its debut, Hyundai’s new IONIQ 5 XRT was caught out in the wild testing for the first time as a new video gives us our closest look yet. Will it compete with Rivian’s recently revealed R3X. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck is wireless inductive charging-ready
Tesla Cybertruck is ready for wireless inductive charging based on new connectors found on the electric pickup truck’s battery pack. Read more…
I Tested A Polestar 3 On A Frozen Lake. It Handles Ice Like A Pro Dancer
Most people won’t ever do this. But what they do want is a vehicle that does the work for them automatically if they hit black ice on a turn at 40 mph. Read more…
Connected Energy installs energy storage at two UK Volvo dealerships
The energy storage company Connected Energy has installed its second-life battery energy storage systems at two Volvo Truck & Bus dealer sites in the UK. Read more…
Hyundai, Kia, Genesis recall 147,000 US EVs over 12V battery issue
Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis are recalling nearly 150,000 EVs in the U.S. over an electronics issue that may cause 12-volt batteries to lose charge while driving. The recall population includes 98,878 Hyundai and Genesis EVs from model years 2023 and 2024—including the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis Electrified GV70… Read more…
Rivian Screens Now Display Live Charging Costs At Tesla Superchargers
CEO RJ Scaringe said the brand collaborated with Tesla to bring this feature to Rivian owners. Read more…
Polestar EVs Can Recharge At Tesla Superchargers In China Ahead Of U.S. Access
Owners in North America have to wait a little longer. Read more…
Leapmotor reportedly to begin production of small EV at Stellantis plant in Poland
Production of the Leapmotor T03 small EV will begin as early as the second quarter of this year, using so-called semi-knocked down (SKD) technique, according to Reuters. Read more…
Siemens enables simultaneous fast charging of four EVs
Siemens Smart Infrastructure has rolled out an additional variant of its SICHARGE D electric vehicle (EV) fast charger, with a maximum output of 400 kW.
Designed for future-proof EV charging, the SICHARGE D dispenser enables up to four vehicles to be charged at the same time with only one grid connection, optimising times for customers, and delivering cost and space savings for charge point operators (CPOs). Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Vs. The Competition: Specs & Pricing Comparison
It stacks up well against the Model Y Performance and Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance. But it does cost more than either. Read more…
The Fiat 500e, Which Is Only Sold As An EV, Might Get A Gas Engine Option Too
The same EU cybersecurity laws that killed the Porsche Macan will reportedly retire the previous-gen gas-powered 500. Read more…
UK funds 955 electric buses in second ZEBRA round
The UK government has pledged £143 million worth of funding to support the procurement of 955 new zero-emission buses in 25 local authorities in England. The latest funding is part of the second round of the Zero Emission Bus Regional Areas (ZEBRA) programme. Read more…
Chinese eVTOL maker Ehang opens flight demo facility in Japan
The facility will provide Ehang’s eVTOLs, including the EH216-S, with a local demonstration flight site, ground infrastructure and maintenance base. Read more…
Seres wants to export 50,000 electric cars in 2024
The Chinese car brand Seres announces its global expansion strategy. The focus is on luxury SUVs – purely electric or with a range extender. In the current year, Seres plans to launch a total of six new models from the three series Seres 5, Seres 7 and Seres 9 on the global market. Read more…
MAN eTruck charges 700 kW from ABB’s MCS prototype device
ABB E-mobility and MAN have demonstrated megawatt charging in public for the first time. The MAN eTruck charged at a prototype charging station from ABB E-mobility with more than 700 kilowatts and 1,000 amps. MAN CEO Alexander Vlaskamp warns of the need to hurry on the occasion of the demonstration: “We don’t have much time left for the roll-out”. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: New e-bikes from Lectric, Ampler, Biktrix, & more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes several interesting new electric bike launches such as the Lectric ONE, Biktrix Juggernaut FS XD, Ampler Curt Anyroad, a discussion about Rad Power Bikes’ new potted batteries, and more. Read more…
