Tesla is in talks with Thailand’s government to build a factory in the country, according to government officials. Read more…
StoreDot says sub-freezing temps are no problem for its ultrafast charging EV batteries
StoreDot, makers of ultrafast Tesla-like 4680 cells, says its battery cells can charge up to 80% of their full capacity in a sub-freezing temperature of 14F (-10C) when charged at standard speed. Read more…
Porsche teases its ‘most dynamic’ Taycan Turbo GT for the first time
Porsche is teasing its “most dynamic Taycan of all time” ahead of its official debut next week. The new Porsche Taycan Turbo GT is expected to pack over 1,000 hp as the fastest model yet. Read more…
Lawyers who won Elon Musk’s compensation case want $5 billion in Tesla stocks
The lawyers who won the case against Elon Musk and Tesla over his CEO compensation plan want over $5 billion in Tesla stocks for their own compensation. Read more…
EV Reviews Need An Overhaul. We’re About To Do Exactly That
EVs are changing everything about this industry. Our reviews need to change, too. Read more…
The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Isn’t The Revolution We Expected
Despite its otherworldly design, the Cybertruck doesn’t really improve on the existing EV pickup formula. Read more…
Survey: 3 of 5 EV drivers with home charging use public chargers weekly
Automakers tend to quote a figure often: That about 85% of EV drivers charge at home the majority of the time. That said, survey results out this past week from EV charging software company ChargeLab underscore that the reality is more nuanced. Looking specifically at those with home charging, the firm found that while that may be the case, 59.6%… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Crashes Into Cement Wall Outside Of Beverly Hills Hotel
The front wheel was ripped right off the truck. Read more…
Nio launches NOP+ driver assist feature nationwide
Chinese luxury EV maker Nio claims to have one-upped Tesla and other Western rivals with a big announcement: the rollout of Nio’s Navigate On Pilot Plus (NOP+), a driver assistance feature that now works on almost every Chinese road. On the face of it, it seems Chinese electric vehicles are really pulling ahead of the industry unless Nio’s announcement is… Read more…
Spark connections: Fuel your automotive applications
Adhesives & Bonding Expo, the largest, free-to-attend trade fair and conference for industrial bonding products and manufacturing in North America, is returning for its fourth edition from June 25-27, 2024, in Novi, MI. Register to attend and you’ll gain easy access to the co-located Foam Expo taking place in the same hall. Read more…
What Does Nissan Get If It Rides To Fisker’s Rescue?
Plus, we look at how and why China cranks out so many cars, and the new big electric Hyundai may get a name change. Read more…
The Insane Tesla Cybertrax Demolishes Snow And Ice
This monster was even built with some support from Tesla. Watch how it was made. Read more…
Over 1.4 million electric cars on German roads
According to the Federal Motor Transport Authority, the number of electric cars in Germany has risen by 39.1 per cent within a year. The KBA counted 1,408,681 electric vehicles on 1 January 2024. Read more…
Asahi Kasei Microdevices kicks off sensor production in Japan
Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has started the mass production of coreless current sensors from the CZ39 series. Read more…
Leapmotor launches its five-seater electric SUV C10 in China
Leapmotor electric SUV C10 is hitting the road in China – initially as a battery-electric version or range extender model. The five-seater, unveiled at IAA Mobility 2023, will also launch in Europe in the third quarter. Read more…
Renault 5 already has 50K orders on its waitlist
French automaker Renault is hoping it has a winner on its hands with the upcoming Renault 5 BEV, which the company says already has 50,000 orders on the waitlist just a few days after its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Read more…
Firstgreen battery swap electric skid steer promises 24 hour job sites
Heavy equipment upstart Firstgreen was the first construction OEM to show off battery swap technology when it debuted its electric skid steer two years ago. Now, they’re in production – and the company says they can a job site running 24/7. Read more…
New electric scooter to come with XXXXXL seat, but not likely headed to America
A new electric scooter from Ather is boasting what it claims to be an XXXXXL seat, though don’t get too excited for the extra comfort just yet. To experience it, you’ll need to book a ticket to India. Read more…
Tesla China-Made EV Wholesale Sales Decreased 19% In February 2024
The 2024 Chinese New Year holiday seems to be the main cause. Read more…
Times remain tough at HiPhi
Following a production break announced in February, the EV premium brand from Human Horizons still appears to be in trouble. Local media speak of a possible takeover by a Chinese automotive company but it is uncertain whether it will save HiPhi from collapse. Read more…
