
We have some great news for fans of automotive nostalgia. After a bit of back and forth with potential partners, Renault has made a decision: the iconic Renault Twingo is making a comeback, and much sooner than expected. With a promised starting price under €20,000, Renault boldly claims it will revolutionize the electric car market by offering an affordable and… Read more…
China doubles subsidies to encourage consumers to replace old cars

Consumers can get a RMB 20,000 subsidy for scrapping an old car and buying an NEV, and a RMB 15,000 subsidy for buying a fuel car of 2.0 L or less, both doubled from previous levels. Read more…
Tesla hold investments in the Mexico plant till after the US election

Tesla CEO Elon Musk told media that he will not invest in the factory in Mexico for the time being. If Republican candidate Donald Trump wins the US election in November, he could impose tariffs on Mexico-made goods. Read more…
Nio may see delay in 2024 swap station buildout target, 3rd swap station plant to open in Sept

William Li said that if Nio’s plan to add 1,000 stations in China in 2024 is delayed, it could be by up to 1-2 months. The company is building a third battery swap station assembly plant in Wuhan. Read more…
Comau unveils end-to-end hairpin stator solutions for e-motor manufacturing

Comau has launched a comprehensive hairpin stator technology portfolio, covering everything in the manufacturing process from hairpin wire forming and insertion to wire widening, twisting, laser welding and quality testing. Read more…
StarPower supplies compact three-phase bridge modules

StarPower has introduced two three-phase IGBT modules for EVs, designed to save space, thanks to their compact design with six IGBTs in one housing.
A common feature of the modules is that they are fitted with trench IGBTs in an arrangement of six per housing with an integrated temperature sensor. Read more…
Huawei-BAIC joint brand Stelato to launch 1st model S9 sedan on Aug 6

The Stelato S9 is expected to be priced from RMB 450,000 ($61,990) to RMB 550,000. Read more…
Xpeng to hold tech event on Jul 30, XNGP to see biggest update ever

Xpeng’s XNGP is about to see its biggest update ever, and the latest Tianji system, XOS 5.2.0, is about to see a new breakthrough, the company said. Read more…
Q2 earnings, Elon bets big on AI, cheap Tesla EVs, and Chevy EV lease deals
On this, extra-dense episode of Quick Charge, we cover Tesla’s Q2 earnings call, Elon Musk talks cheap Tesla cars and cheaper 4680 batteries while promising to finally deliver on that new Roadster from 2017. Read more…
BYD secures order for 120 electric buses in South Africa

BYD will help build South Africa’s first fleet of electric buses, with deliveries of those vehicles set to begin in December. Read more…
Why Ford’s CEO Is Pushing For Smaller EVs Instead Of Big Trucks

The rise of EVs has changed the rules of the game for established manufacturers like Ford. Read more…
Kia’s new EV6 GT will pull features from Hyundai’s electric sports car
The affordable Kia electric sports car is getting an upgrade. In addition to a design makeover, Kia’s new EV6 GT will gain features from the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. Read more…
Ford misses Q2 earnings by a wide margin as EV losses reach $2.5 billion in 2024
Ford (F) released its second-quarter earnings on Wednesday. Although Ford beat top-line expectations with revenue up 6%, it missed Q2 2024 earnings expectations by a wide margin.. Read more…
Even If Trump Wins, Ford Isn’t Slowing Down On EVs

CEO Jim Farley told investors that they’ll have to keep up with Chinese EV innovations no matter who is in the White House. Read more…
Is The Polestar 2 Still Worth Buying In 2024?

We’ve got a Polestar 2 for the next week. What would you like to know? Read more…
The Affordable Kia EV3’s Tech Is A Much Bigger Deal Than You Think

Kia’s affordable, compact EV actually gets some serious tech upgrades beyond even the more expensive models. Here’s what we know. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz partners with Starbucks for EV charging

Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging North America, a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz Group and MN8 Energy, has formed a partnership with Starbucks to install 400 kW EV chargers at 100 Starbucks stores located along Interstate 5 in the US. “The collaboration between two leading brands like Mercedes-Benz and Starbucks will uplift the charging experience for all EV… Read more…
Save $1,000 on MOD’s Groove 1 e-bike at $1,499, ALLPOWERS R2500 power station deals, rare Electric Bike Co. promotion, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is a massive $1,000 price cut on MOD Bikes’ Groove 1 Utility e-bike that is down at $1,499, as well as the rest of the company’s summer sale options for the rest of July. It is joined by ALLPOWERS’ R2500 Portable Power Station that is down at $949, with bundle options for a 200W, 400W, or 600W solar panel – starting from $959. Then there is a rare discount from Electric Bike Co. that is taking $100 off any e-bike while also giving you a free anti-theft alarm, with some models beginning at already discounted prices, like the Model J e-bike that starts at $1,379. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well, including the leftover Prime Day Green Deals that are slowly dwindling as the days go on and also a price cut on Sun Joe’s 20V Hedge Trimmer/Pole Saw/Leaf Blower Garden Tool System.. Read more…
Chevy’s Equinox EV just got even more affordable to lease
Chevy’s new all-electric Equinox is already on sale. With new incentives, the 2024 Chevy Equinox EV is now cheaper to lease than the gas-powered model despite its MSRP being nearly $12,500 more expensive. Read more…
Starbucks throws its weight behind 6 new community solar farms
Starbucks has partnered with Nexamp, the largest community solar provider in the US, to anchor six new community solar farms in Illinois.. Read more…

