The heads of BMW, Volkswagen, and Renault have spoken out against European Union’s emission targets in recent days, arguing that the phase-out rules put too much pressure on the industry and that consumers aren’t buying EVs fast enough. Next year, the policy will tighten ahead of the full ban of gas and diesel cars in 2035, leaving automakers to pay steep fines if they fall short. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck resale hype cools as prices crash
The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its futuristic design and eye-watering resale prices, is hitting a speed bump in the aftermarket arena. Initially, these trucks were going for more than double their retail value, creating a frenzy among those hoping to turn a quick and substantial profit. But now, the well of buyers willing to pay absurd premiums seems to have… Read more…
E-transporter alliance: Renault and Volvo Group establish Flexis joint venture
The Renault Group and the Volvo Group have founded their announced joint venture to develop a new generation of electric vans. It operates under the name Flexis and will be funded by its two parent companies with 300 million euros each within three years. Read more…
MG Motor launches India joint venture with JSW
The Indian steel group JSW and the MG Motors brand of the Chinese automotive group SAIC have founded their planned joint venture in India. JSW MG Motor India’s ambitious goal is to sell one million electric cars in India by 2030 and capture a third of the market. Read more…
Audi’s electric compact model could use the MEB
Audi is planning to launch its new entry-level electric model below the Q4 e-tron in 2027. The compact model is to be developed in an accelerated process – as it has not yet even been decided which platform the smallest e-Audi will be based on. Read more…
Nio’s power unit signs deal with Anhui’s Zhongan to advance swap station buildout
Zhongan and Nio Power will jointly promote the construction of 1,000 battery swap stations, creating an open energy network and a battery asset management and operation system, Nio said. Read more…
Tesla cuts car production in China as EV sales growth slows, report says
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Zeekr starts warming up for 5th model Zeekr Mix
Zeekr’s fifth model, officially named the Zeekr Mix, is aimed at creating a new family mobility lifestyle, it said. Read more…
Li Auto reportedly lowers 2024 sales target to 560,000-640,000 cars
Li Auto previously aimed to sell as many as 800,000 vehicles in 2024, and become the best-selling premium car brand in China. Read more…
Optiphase and Opal-RT collaborate on real-time simulation for 5-phase EV motors
Optiphase Drive Systems and OPAL-RT, a specialist in simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing, have formed a strategic alliance to offer real-time simulation capabilities for vehicle designers that integrate Optiphase’s 5-phase electric motor and drive system. Optiphase says it developed its 5-phase electric power and control technologies to overcome the limitations and workarounds inherent to 3-phase systems…. Read more…
New York City’s largest public EV charging station is headed to JFK
New York City just announced it will build its largest publicly accessible EV charging station next to JFK Airport. Read more…
Nikola inaugurates first HYLA modular hydrogen refueling station in Ontario, CA
Nikola, producer of fuel cell and battery electric semi trucks, held a grand opening for the first of its HYLA refueling stations. The goal is to build a hydrogen refueling network that can be rolled out quickly, and built up over time as fuel cell trucks become more common. Read more…
SAIC forms JV with Indian steelmaker JSW to produce MG-branded EVs
The joint venture plans to launch a new product, including NEVs, every three to six months starting this year, with two new products to be launched this year. Read more…
Range test: Tesla Cybertruck vs. Ford F-150 Lightning vs. Rivian R1T vs. Chevy Silverado EV
What would happen if you took four of the best electric pickup trucks currently available and pitted them against each other in a range test, driving them all until they die? That’s exactly what the folks at Out of Spec Reviews have done, and the video embedded below details their experience. In case you just want the numbers, we’ll get… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck resale market loses all momentum
Tesla Cybertrucks were getting more than twice their value on the resale market just a few weeks ago, but the electric pickup truck has now lost all its momentum in terms of resale value. Read more…
Audi is the latest automaker to reveal plans for a lower-cost EV
Audi is joining the race as automakers gear up to introduce new, lower-cost EV models. The new entry-level EV will sit below the Q4 e-tron, which starts at just over $50,000. Read more…
Daily EV Recap: Tesla Hackers win $200K & Model 3
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and… Read more…
Tesla Launches Cybertruck-Inspired CyberHammer
Tesla will only make 800 of the cyberpunk sledgehammers. They’ll be available through the automaker’s referral program. Read more…
BMW’s Neue Klasse EVs Aim To Be Profitable As Gas Engines Get More Expensive
At “high volume,” BMW’s new crop of EVs aim to make just as much money as ICE vehicles—which are not getting cheaper to build. Read more…
Early Chevy Blazer EV Buyers Can Get Reimbursed After Price Cut
Chevrolet dropped the price of its Blazer EV. Now it’s offering early buyers some money to make up the difference. Read more…
