A new electrical architecture and computing platform should help improve the service experience for Rivian owners. Read more…
Ford Explorer EV production kicks off in Germany with new battery
The all-electric Ford Explorer has finally rolled off the production line in Cologne, Germany, marking a significant milestone for Ford’s European EV lineup. The model was delayed to accommodate a switch from nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) to lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, the Explorer now boasts increased durability and a lower price point, starting at just over €46,500. The battery switch to LFP aligns… Read more…
Volvo starts production of EX90 EV in US
Production of the 2025 Volvo EX90 electric SUV for the U.S. market is now underway in Charleston, South Carolina, Volvo confirmed Wednesday with a press release. Unveiled in November 2022, the EX90 was originally scheduled to start deliveries in early 2024, but was held back due to software issues. Volvo now plans to deliver the first U.S… Read more…
Review: 2025 Rivian R1T and R1S gain efficiency, comfort, and a lifeline
Rivian has re-engineered the batteries, motors, and body structure of its R1T and R1S This year the R1 vehicles get their first lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries The revamp may give the R1 vehicles more in common with Rivian’s upcoming R2 series Rivian this week in Seattle rolled out its revamped R1 family that will take the… Read more…
NIO stock slides after Q1 results despite expected surge in Q2 EV deliveries
One of China’s brightest electric vehicle startups, NIO (NIO), reported a wider-than-expected Q1 loss. Although NIO expects EV deliveries to more than double in Q2, its stock continues sliding. Read more…
Volvo Penta and MOL team up on new, 4WD electric RoRo trucks
Volvo Penta has teamed up with the port equipment experts at MOL to develop a forward-looking, 4×4 electric RoRo at the Port of Ghent. It’s news exciting enough to make this reporter ask: what is a RoRo truck. Read more…
CATL still dominates the EV battery market share in 2024, but BYD is gaining ground
As global EV battery consumption continues rising, the most prominent players, including CATL and BYD, continue dominating the market in 2024. CATL still owns over a third of the market, but BYD looks to close the gap with new lower-priced EVs. Read more…
New 80 MPH military electric bicycle unveiled as e-bike maker opens defense division
Los Angeles-based electric bike brand Hi-Power Cycles has announced the opening of a new “defense division” known as HPC Defense. To kick things off, they’ve unveiled an 80 mph (130 km/h) military electric bike as one of the division’s first products. Read more…
Let the price war begin: First test drive with the new Citroën ë-C3
When will affordable electric cars for the fleet finally arrive? Now! The Citroën ë-C3 is probably the first European price-performance champion. We have already put the electric car to the test. The EV is definitely suitable as a primary car, although there are question marks regarding its suitability for winter driving. Also, the interior is dominated by hard plastic. Find out all the tops and flops in our car review!
2025 Rivian R1S And R1T Get Up To 420 Miles Of Range, Huge Changes Under The Skin
Rivian’s R1 twins may look the same, but a ton is new here—including a new tri-motor version and upgraded software all around. Read more…
2025 Rivian R1S And R1T: Better In Many Small Ways, But Is That Enough?
Rivian fixed the ride quality and added great improvements throughout, but the “second-generation” truck feels remarkably familiar. Read more…
Kramer-Werke shows off new 5065e electric wheel loader at Munich trade show
Kramer-Werke, a manufacturer of compact construction machines (and a unit of Munich-based Wacker Neuson Group), proclaiming that it is “time for clean air,” showed off its new 5065e electric wheel loader at the recent IFAT trade show in Munich. The 5065e features a 96-volt lithium-ion battery. It was created for inner city work and is… Read more…
Cork City to gain 700 public charge points by 2030
Across Cork City in Ireland, an ambitious €22m strategy will see almost 700 publicly available EV chargers installed at new charging stations across Cork City in Ireland by 2030. Read more…
Marelli receives major order for battery cooling plate
Automotive supplier Marelli has received an order to supply around five million units of its Battery Thermal Plate (BTP) – for future BEVs from an unnamed major global car manufacturer. Deliveries are scheduled to begin this year. Read more…
Audi creates software department with Geoffrey Bouquot at the helm
Audi is creating a new Board of Management department for ‘Innovation and Software-Defined-Vehicle (SDV)’. The board emphasized the new direction and will thus give software a more central role. Read more…
Tesla Model Y: How Much Does It Cost To Charge It?
That depends on when and where you charge it. Let us explain. Read more…
Tesla Shareholders Stupefied Over Musk’s Orders To Divert Nvidia Shipments To X
Plus, Stellantis may in-source EV components due to slow suppliers, and Mercedes looks to China for future EV autonomy. Read more…
Electric bus depot planned in Sydney for 165 electric buses
Australian bus company Busways is collaborating with Transport for New South Wales to create a purpose-built battery electric bus depot in one of Sydney’s busiest centres at Macquarie Park. Read more…
Congestion charge for New York City likely to be postponed
Following the example of some European cities such as London, a toll was to be introduced in New York City on 30 June in order to curb car traffic in the metropolis. However, this initiative is now likely to be postponed shortly before the planned launch. Read more…
Ekoenergetyka increases production output at its headquarters in Poland
The Polish charging infrastructure provider Ekoenergetyka has opened a new production line at its headquarters in Zielona Góra, thanks to which an additional 50 electric vehicle chargers can now be built per shift. Read more…
