Global SUV sales continue to grow and, EV or not, so do their emissions, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). SUVs accounted for a record 48% of global car sales in 2023, but surpassed 50% of the market for the first time in “advanced economies” with around 20 million sales, according to the IEA. And while only 5% of SUVs on the… Read more…
USA: Sysco takes delivery of ten Freightliner eCascadia
The US food delivery company Sysco has added ten more electric heavy-duty trucks to its fleet at its operating site in Houston (Texas). The new Freightliner eCascadia vehicles from Daimler Truck North America increase Sysco’s electric truck fleet to almost 120 EVs worldwide. Read more…
French startup Seederal plans to launch electric tractor
The French startup Seederal announced the market launch of an electric tractor with 118 kW and an operating time of 8 to 12 hours in 2025. The vehicle can be charged within two hours and is cheaper in terms of TCO than a comparable combustion tractor. A prototype already exists. Read more…
Kia starts assembling its EV9 in the US
Kia started assembling the EV9 at its existing Georgia plant in the US. The Kia EV9 is the brand’s first electric car built in the country. Read more…
JLR has trained 20,000 employees and partners in electromobility
The Tata-owned car manufacturer JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) has trained both its own employees and those of authorised dealers in electrification and digitalisation as part of a further training campaign. A total of 20,000 people have already taken part in the programme. Read more…
The Number Of EVs With 300-Mile-Plus Ranges Is Skyrocketing
In the 2023 model year, there were 19 EVs with at least 300 miles of EPA range. Read more…
BREAKING: Nio’s power unit secures 1st external investment of around $200 million
Nio Power has secured a RMB 1.5 billion strategic investment, the first external investment in the unit. Read more…
Addionics and IL Science to develop lithium-metal EV batteries
Israel-based battery technology provider Addionics has agreed to form a partnership with US-based IL Science to integrate lithium metal with next-generation copper current collectors to drive adoption of lithium-metal batteries for EVs. By combining Addionics’ 3D Current Collectors and IL Science’s lithium coating and treatment technologies, the companies aim to overcome the hurdles to widespread… Read more…
Volkswagen lets you unleash your creativity with custom wraps for ID. Buzz
Volkswagen is giving its new electric ID. Buzz a modern twist. The automaker has partnered with Wrapmate to introduce an online 3D configurator that allows ID. Buzz owners to unleash their creativity and personalize their vehicles with unique wraps and decals. This innovative collaboration is set to launch on June 2, coinciding with the second annual International Volkswagen Bus Day.… Read more…
EU approves billions in state aid for hydrogen value chain
The European Commission has approved funding for another hydrogen-related Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI). IPCEI Hy2Move will financially support 13 “innovative” hydrogen projects from seven countries. Read more…
US invests $1.3 billion in charging and alternative fuelling infrastructure
Another charging infrastructure funding pot has been opened by the US government, with a $1.3 billion round of funding. The grant will help build charging stations and alternative fuelling infrastructure (hydrogen and gas) in urban areas and along designated highways. Read more…
Citroën announces UK prices and specs for the 2024 ë-C3
Citroën has announced pricing and specs for the electric compact SUV ë-C3 in the UK. The Citroën ë-C3 starts at £21,990 with orders opening in July. Read more…
Li Auto sees 20,000th Li L6 roll off line
Li Auto said Li L6 production capacity continues to climb and will top 20,000 units next month. Read more…
Leapmotor axes overseas operations team in marketing reshuffle, report says
Leapmotor’s move to dismantle its overseas operations unit may be part of its partnership deal with Stellantis, according to local media. Read more…
Lucid to supply drive systems for Genesis
Lucid Motors is negotiating a drive system supply deal with Hyundai subsidiary Genesis. Should the deal be finalized, Genesis will be using Lucid’s high-performance electric drive system in its upcoming sportscar. Read more…
Renault brings a Chinese partner on board for electric Twingo
Renault says it is partnering with a Chinese engineering firm to develop its upcoming electric Twingo. The goal is to create a Twingo with a base price of less than 20,000 euros. Read more…
Nio delivers over 20,000 cars in May, mobile app poster hints
The only other time Nio has previously seen single-month deliveries exceed 20,000 was in July 2023 with 20,462 units. Read more…
600 hp Jeep Wagoneer S makes official debut
Jeep just unveiled its first foray into the full-size electric SUV market with the Wagoneer S. It will be joining the the Jeep Avenger urban crossover in the expanding EV lineup of the iconic US brand. The Wagoneer S boasts an impressive dual-motor powertrain generating 600 horsepower and 837 Nm of torque, propelling the SUV from 0 to 97 km/h… Read more…
VinFast US factory could be further delayed
Vietnamese automaker VinFast could postpone its US EV factory again. The new rumour comes at a time when even legacy automakers are pushing back EV-related commitments due to weakening demand. Read more…
Theion wins third-party validation for ultra-fast charging and safe battery anode
Theion has announced a disruptive innovation in battery technology with its breakthrough anode chemistry.
One of the biggest challenges of batteries using lithium metal foils on the anode is the formation of dendrites during fast charging and discharging, ultimately creating a safety risk. Read more…
