The US electric car manufacturer Rivian has unveiled a new generation of its R1S and R1T models. Extensive changes have mainly taken place under the bodywork in the drive and software. Read more…
Xiaomi ramps up SU7 production, offers lucrative salaries to acquire more workers
Demand surges for Xiaomi’s SU7 model. And trying to keep up with its fast-growing order book, Xiaomi is doing all it can to ramp up production. The company is now looking for new factory workers, offering attractive salaries and bonuses, while also asking existing employees to extend working hours. The Xiaomi EV factory in China is looking to hire a… Read more…
Innoplate begins production of bipolar plates for fuel cells in France
Innoplate, the joint venture between Schaeffler and Symbio for the production of bipolar plates for fuel cells, has inaugurated its plant in Haguenau, France. According to the partners, production has been running there since the first quarter. Read more…
Cellcentric develops a more powerful FC system for long-haul trucks
Cellcentric, the fuel cell joint venture between Daimler Truck and Volvo, has announced its new fuel cell system for long-haul trucks in Europe and North America. The new development is designed to be smaller, more powerful and at the same time more efficient. Read more…
Fraunhofer IZM enables bidirectional charging with onboard charger
The German research institute Fraunhofer IZM has developed the technology for an onboard charger with twice the charging power at half the volume that can also be used bi-directionally. The institute says it has combined the latest achievements in the field of power electronics for the next generation of onboard chargers. Read more…
China to get first Nio Firefly EV before Europe
Nio seems to have changed its plan for the first Nio Firefly EV. The company will now introduce it first in China, not Europe, as per a new local report. Read more…
Zeekr begins mass production of right-hand drive Zeekr X, deliveries in overseas markets to begin in Q3
The right-hand drive version of the Zeekr X is expected to be available in markets including Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau starting in the third quarter. Read more…
Gotion to build $1.3 billion EV battery plant in Morocco
The Moroccan government signed an investment agreement with Gotion for the gigafactory with initial battery capacity of 20 GWh. Read more…
Tesla sees wait times for all Model 3 and Model Y variants reduced to 1-6 weeks in China
The last time a Tesla model’s delivery wait time in China was reduced to as low as 1 week was on December 26, 2022. Read more…
MOL and Volvo Penta unite to develop full electric 4X4 RoRo tractors
MOL and Volvo Penta are collaborating on trials for a pioneering electric 4X4 RoRo tractor, the RME225, utilizing DFDS’s facilities at the Port of Ghent. This collaboration focuses on integrating a purpose-built electric driveline aiming to support customers in remaining competitive and profitable through the energy transition. The initiative aims to elevate material handling operations for fleet owners such as terminal operators, to new heights. Read more…
Xiaomi EV hiring more workers as it looks to boost production capacity
Workers at the Xiaomi EV factory work 10-11 hours a day, six days a week, according to local media. Read more…
Nio Power, GAC Energy achieve charging network sharing
Nio and GAC Group’s energy units have entered into a charging network sharing partnership, the first substantial development in the collaboration between the two carmakers that was agreed a month ago. Read more…
IM Motors to launch 1st EREV model in Q1 2025 to take on Li Auto’s Li L7, report says
IM Motors’ first EREV model will be an SUV, which will be launched in the first quarter of 2025, according to local media. Read more…
Kandi America launches three new low-cost electric go-karts for off-roading
Kandi America, best known for its range of electric golf carts and eUTVs, has just unveiled three new electric go-karts designed for off-roading fun. Read more…
Germany set a new renewable power generation record in Q1
In a record-breaking start to 2024, renewable energy supplied 58.4% of all electricity generated in Germany during Q1 – the highest percentage since tracking began in 2018. Read more…
Chevy Blazer EV lease prices drop to nearly the same as the gas-powered models
If you’re looking to go electric, the new all-electric Chevy Blazer is tempting. With new incentives, Chevy Blazer EV lease prices can be just $10 more than the gas-powered model per month. Read more…
Jeep targets Tesla, Rivian R1 gets BIG upgrades, Fisker in trouble, and big solar
Jeep and Volkswagen are taking aim at the Tesla Model Y, Rivian announced a raft of upgrades for its more powerful, more affordable R1S and R1T electric trucks, NIO is down, Fisker is nearly out, and solar power is taking off in traditionally red states. All this and more on today’s exciting episode of Quick Charge. Read more…
Marelli wins contract from a major carmaker to supply battery thermal solutions for EVs
Automotive technology supplier Marelli has won “a significant contract from a major global carmaker” to supply its Battery Thermal Plate for future EVs. The product, which facilitates thermal energy management in EVs, has been developed and will be produced in-house by Marelli. Deliveries will begin in 2024, and some 5 million units are to be… Read more…
Lessons from Europe for North America’s EV future: infrastructure evolution for fleets (Webinar)
Join this webinar to explore the evolving landscape of EV DC fast-charging infrastructure in North America, incorporating lessons from Europe. Jed Routh, VP of Markets and Products for Kempower North America, will reveal lessons learned around fleet implementation from his European colleagues. The discussion covers regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, consumer behavior, and market dynamics, offering… Read more…
2025 Rivian R1T And R1S: How Would You Configure Yours?
Rivian gave its truck and SUV some big updates for the 2025 model year. Read more…
