Apple may have bailed on its plans to build its own EV, but a Chinese competitor has completed the feat, and on paper, it has the makings to be one helluva first entry into the segment. Today, Xiaomi officially launched its first-ever EV, the SU7 – decked out with advanced battery tech, lightning-fast charging, and a mouth-watering range – all for starting MSRPs that will turn some heads. Oh, the smartphone manufacturer released a new phone model to match the new EV as well. Read more…
Tesla starts using ‘Supervised Full Self-Driving’ language
Tesla and Elon Musk have started using the term “Supervised Full Self-Driving” when discussing their self-driving efforts. Read more…
MAN rolls out battery repair centers across Europe
Over the next two years, MAN Truck & Bus, headquartered in Munich, Germany, plans to establish battery repair centers in Italy, Denmark, Norway, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Poland and the UK. Two of the facilities, in Hanover-Laatzen, Germany, and Barcelona, Spain, are already in operation. MAN is ramping up electric truck production as it… Read more…
End-of-line production testing system for EV inverters (Webinar)
Inverters are critical components in electric and hybrid vehicles, influencing performance, efficiency, and overall vehicle reliability, so, ensuring the quality and reliability of automotive inverters is crucial. In this webinar, presented by NI—now part of Emerson—we will discuss a new technological approach proposed for end-of-line (EOL) testing, which integrates advanced functionality, performance, safety, and reliability… Read more…
Tesla No Longer Accepts Fisker Ocean Trade-Ins
Plus, EV owners and dealerships agree on service woes, and automakers face “daunting” tasks to hit 2032 EV adoption goals. Read more…
2025 Volvo EX30 Ice Drive Review: This Is Why Volvo Brought Back RWD
Volvo’s EX30 is helping the brand usher in a return to rear-wheel drive because it works better on snow and ice than you’d expect. Read more…
US-bound Polestar 4 starts at $56,300, arrives late 2024 from China
The 2025 Polestar 4 electric SUV coupe will be available to order in April with a starting price of $56,300. U.S. deliveries are scheduled to start in the fourth quarter. The starting price, which includes a $1,400 destination charge, applies to base Long Range Single Motor models. Polestar will also offer Pilot Pack ($57,800), Pro Pack ($58,300)… Read more…
Xiaomi joins crowded EV space with launch of SU7, prices undercut Tesla
Xiaomi said the SU7 secured more than 50,000 firm orders within the first 27 minutes after it started accepting orders. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 EV officially launched in three variants, starting at $30,000
Today, Xiaomi finally announced what is arguably the most hotly anticipated EV of the year – the SU7 sedan. During the launch event we got the full list of features and the company unveiled three configurations, which is one more than the initial “Tech launch” event back in December 2023. We will start with the base model, which offers a… Read more…
British Airways to decarbonise ground vehicles and equipment at Heathrow
British Airways is embarking on a multi-million-pound investment programme to overhaul its ground support equipment at Heathrow Airport to decarbonise its ground fleets and equipment. Read more…
Xiaomi’s first electric car starts at 27,600 euros
Smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has launched its first electric car in China. The SU7 electric saloon can now be ordered for 215,900 yuan – making it cheaper than the Tesla Model 3 in China. Read more…
Polestar and Plugsurfing launch new charging service in Europe
Polestar has launched the new charging service Polestar Charge together with Plugsurfing in Europe. It gives the manufacturer’s customers access to over 650,000 public charging points, including approved Tesla Superchargers. Read more…
Ford Slashes Two-Thirds Of Its Workforce At F-150 Lightning Plant
Hundreds of workers are being reassigned to other plants to focus on gas trucks and SUVs. Read more…
HPCL and Tata build charging network in India
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) want to set up a total of 5,000 new charging stations across India by December 2024. Read more…
Ferrari expands battery partnership with SK On
Ferrari wants to drive forward innovations in battery cell technology together with SK On. The two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a corresponding development partnership. Read more…
Ample and ENEOS are bringing the first-ever EV battery swap stations to Japan
EV battery swap specialist Ample has announced it is bringing the first-ever modular swap stations to Japan with the help of partner ENEOS. The first Japanese swap stations will be erected in Kyoto and used by several local fleets. Read more…
Ford’s $25,000 EV Platform Will Underpin Multiple Models: Report
One model could be an Escape-sized EV with the interior space of an Explorer. Read more…
Ferrari partners with battery supplier SK On for advanced cells
Ferrari on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding with battery supplier SK On for future battery development. The two companies will partner to “explore new possibilities and potential solutions to advance cell technology,” according to an SK On press release. This is in addition to an existing battery-supply arrangement in place since 2019… Read more…
BYD Launches Yuan Up Compact Crossover Starting At $13,400
The model is targeted at young people and might significantly boost sales volume. Read more…
Nio starts series production of its 900-volt drive system
Chinese car manufacturer Nio has started production of its 900-volt drive system. The electric drive system, called Thunder, will first be used in Nio’s new flagship model ET9 next year. Read more…
