As Aptera Motors looks to reach its long-sought scaled solar EV production milestone, it has secured a tier-1 battery supplier and a hefty investment from Korean manufacturer CTNS.. Read more…
Want to try an EV out before committing? EV micro leases are gaining popularity
If you want to try an EV out before getting locked into a long-term contract, there’s an option for you. EV micro leases are taking off, giving shoppers added flexibility with new models launching next year. Read more…
Nio ET9 Flagship Brings Steer-By-Wire, 600kW Charging, Tons Of Tech
Priced from $113,500 in China, the Nio ET9 has some serious, industry-leading specs. Read more…
Tesla Model Y Vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 Compared: Range, Price, Efficiency, And More
Let’s see how these two electric crossovers stack up against each other. Read more…
Zeon begins preparations for US Li-ion battery binder production
Zeon, a Japanese chemicals corporation, is preparing to build a Li-ion battery binder production line via its subsidiary Zeon Chemicals at its Texas plant. Zeon expects the new facility to be operational by 2026. Zeon’s Li-ion battery binders include anode, cathode, functional layer (for separator coating) and sealant binders and materials for battery cells. Zeon’s… Read more…
Working to eliminate dangerous e-bike batteries
Electric bicycles have quickly become enormously popular—the Light Electric Vehicle Association estimates that some 880,000 were imported to the US in 2021. However, some of them have a way of catching fire unexpectedly, sometimes in residential settings, with unfortunate consequences. At this point, unfortunately, a disclaimer is necessary. This is not one of those “EVs… Read more…
Varla Eagle One V2.0 electric scooter review: High-power full-suspension stand up ride!
The last time I was on a Varla electric scooter, it was a fun and recreational ride. Not a powerhouse, but an exhilarating ride, nonetheless. This time, they’ve stepped things up significantly with the new Varla Eagle One V2.0 electric scooter. With two powerful motors and dual suspension, this ride is seriously high-performance. Read more…
EV underdog VinFast to open first dealership in US
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has announced that it will open doors to its first dealership in the US, in the same state where it is building its $4 billion EV factory. The automaker is partnering with North Carolina’s Leith Automotive Group to start selling its fully electric cars in the state. Read more…
Ford will follow Toyota as it leans into hybrids, scaling back EV targets
As Ford struggles amid the industry’s shift to EVs, the automaker plans to lean into its hybrids. In a move that mirrors Toyota, Ford is scaling back its transition to EVs to bet on hybrids.. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck spotted charging a Rivian R1T electric pickup
A Tesla Cybertruck was spotted charging a Rivian R1T electric pickup, seemingly stuck without a functioning fast charger. Read more…
Tesla Refutes Suspension Issues As U.S. Senators Ask For Recall
Plus, Tesla warned by investors to stop pushing its unreleased robotaxi, and most dealers are finally coming around to selling EVs. Read more…
IoTecha’s EV charging tech enables Hager Energy to power VW’s bidirectional ID. models
IoTecha, provider of a smart charging platform for EVs, and Hager Energy are collaborating on charging products to power Volkswagen EVs. Volkswagen’s recent announcement of bidirectional charging support for its new ID. models (and existing models through an ID. software update) and availability of a vehicle-to-home (V2H) solution with Hager Energy’s DC home power station… Read more…
OVO and Kaluza to provide managed EV charging services for Volvo
UK-based energy supplier OVO and energy software company Kaluza have announced a partnership with Volvo Cars to develop EV managed charging services for Volvo Cars and OVO customers in the UK. One-way smart charging and bidirectional charging from Kaluza are scheduled to launch in 2024, as is the Volvo EX90 SUV, the company’s first vehicle… Read more…
EPA: Hybrids and EVs helped offset more polluting trucks and SUVs
Increased production of hybrids and EVs has helped offset the shift toward larger vehicles in the new-car market, according to a comprehensive annual update from the EPA. The 2023 EPA Automotive Trends Report, released last week, showed that automakers significantly ramped up hybrid and EV sales from model years 2017 to 2022. During that time… Read more…
GMC Sierra EV Denali Makes First Public Appearance, Coming Summer 2024
Photos of the Denali Edition 1 launch trim on Michigan streets were shared online by GMC and Buick VP Duncan Aldred. Read more…
Xiaomi details SU7 and SU7 Max EVs
In what can only be described as one of the most anticipated events this year, Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, has officially revealed its first electric vehicle, the SU7. With ambitions to rival the likes of Porsche and Tesla, Xiaomi’s foray into the electric car arena may raise some eyebrows, but after a closer look, it seems Xiaomi has what… Read more…
Would You Ride A Three-Wheeled E-Bike Like The Dolas Defender 250?
This unique e-bike boasts three wheels in a row, each with a 250W hub motor. Read more…
Redesigned Tesla Model Y On Track To Debut In Mid 2024: Report
Tesla’s Chinese team is apparently responsible for the update. Read more…
Two EV models powered by sodium-ion batteries roll off line in China
The two models feature sodium-ion batteries from Farasis Energy and Hina Battery, marking a step closer to large-scale use of the new, lower-cost batteries. Read more…
Nio ET9 flagship EV debuts super-fast charging and battery swapping
Chinese automaker Nio recently unveiled its new flagship EV—a large sedan called the ET9. Measuring 209.6 inches long (with a 127.9-inch wheelbase), 79.3 inches long, and 63.7 inches tall, the ET9 is just over a foot longer than a Lucid Air. It’s taller as well, but the Lucid is wider. And both cars emphasize fast charging. Nio opts for 925… Read more…
