Plus, Airbnb wants hosts to install more chargers and BYD’s imminent entry to Europe is making automakers nervous. Read more…
Nio plans to continue European expansion despite EU tariff uncertainties
William Li said that Nio plans to continue expanding in Europe despite tariff uncertainties in the European Union, and that many of the complaints raised by the EU do not make sense. Read more…
Gravity’s urban fast-charging “trees” could rival Tesla Supercharging
The Gravity charging company on Wednesday unveiled a new design for EV charging stations that it believes will be the foundation of a massive urban fast-charging network. Styled as Distributed Access Energy Points (DEAPs), the chargers take the form of what Gravity calls “trees,” taller structures in which the charge cable dangles from an extended… Read more…
2024 Jeep Wagoneer S EV: Tesla Model Y rival set for May 30 reveal
Stellantis on Wednesday released a new teaser video for the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S showing that the electric SUV has the Tesla Model Y in its sights. A voiceover declares that Jeep is “taking on America’s bestselling EV brand,” setting up a race between a Wagoneer S (albeit a pre-production one) and a Model Y Performance. In the video, Jeep quotes a… Read more…
TU Braunschweig researches wireless charging for electric vehicles
Researchers at the Technical University of Braunschweig and INTIS GmbH have developed a stationary inductive charging system for electric vehicles with a charging capacity of 22 kW. They have now presented their initial results. Read more…
E.ON builds fast chargers in DHL distribution centres
DHL and E.ON have entered into a partnership to expand the electric charging infrastructure for heavy commercial vehicles. Based on the framework agreement, fast-charging infrastructure will be set up at several DHL distribution centres in Germany. Read more…
The Kia EV3 Won’t Replace The Niro EV
Although the Niro is slightly larger than the EV3, it has a smaller battery than the newly introduced subcompact crossover. Read more…
CPCA expects China’s May NEV retail at 770,000, penetration at record 46.6%
China’s overall passenger vehicle retail sales in May is expected to be around 1.65 million units, down 5.3 percent year-on-year, the CPCA said. Read more…
CATL to focus on international expansion
According to Chinese media sources, the Chinese battery cell manufacturer CATL is sharpening its focus on its business abroad as domestic competition increases. Company boss Robin Zeng will now be personally responsible for the expansion. Read more…
Porsche Ventures invests in battery startup South 8
Porsche Ventures, the venture capital arm of sports car manufacturer Porsche, is making a strategic investment in South 8 Technologies, a battery startup from San Diego. South 8 wants to make lithium-ion batteries with a liquid gas electrolyte more weather-resistant and cheaper. Read more…
South African off-grid EV charging network gets green light
The planned development of off-grid charging stations for electric vehicles in South Africa is taking shape. The first 15 car charging stations and seven electric truck stations should be ready in about a year. They will be powered by locally generated solar power. Read more…
Alpitronic announces MCS charging system for 2025
Alpitronic plans to offer a megawatt charging system for electric trucks starting next year. Philip Senoner, head of the Italian hardware manufacturer, announced this at the E.ON Drive Summit in Munich. Read more…
USA: WattEV to massively expand its electric truck fleet
Californian truck charging station specialist WattEV has announced plans to expand its current fleet of 36 battery-electric trucks to more than 180 electric trucks from various manufacturers by the end of this year. Read more…
Jeep releases the Avenger 4xe
In a bid to modernize the classis SUV brand, Jeep has released the new Avenger 4xe. Jeep’s newest hybrid Avenger variant will be available to order in the fourth quarter of 2024. Read more…
Kia EV3 small electric SUV follows EV, tops 300 miles of range
Kia on Wednesday revealed the production-bound version of its EV3 compact electric crossover that might, if Kia keeps to original hints, start around $35,000. The EV3 emerges on the way to production in much the same form as the EV3 concept that was first shown in October 2023, albeit with a little more round to its profile and the rear end… Read more…
Xiaomi reportedly raises SU7 delivery target from 100,000 to 120,000 units in 2024
Xiaomi EV will challenge a delivery target of 120,000 units for the full year 2024, according to local media. This represents a 20 percent increase from the previous target of 100,000 units. Read more…
Putting the Volvo EX30 to the test: does it have what it takes to become a bestseller?
The EX30 plays a key role in Volvo’s growth strategy. This year, the all-electric model will be the manufacturer’s best-selling car, not just in Germany but worldwide. But does the Volvo EX30 have the potential to become the Swedes’ bestseller? Our car review shows where the compact SUV scores and where it doesn’t.
World premiere of the EV3 – or: how Kia shrunk the EV9
Kia has unveiled the EV3, a new compact SUV with electric drive. The 4.30-metre-long model adopts many elements of the large EV9 both inside and out—even the platform is essentially the same. It will launch in Europe later this year, with further versions already announced for 2026. Read more…
Renault confirms end of VW talks on small electric cars
Renault boss Luca de Meo has now confirmed what was leaked a few days ago: VW and Renault have ended their talks about a possible cooperation for small electric cars. de Meo makes it clear from which side the potential joint project was terminated. Read more…
VW postpones US premiere of the ID.7
Volkswagen has postponed the market launch of its ID.7 electric saloon in the US and Canada indefinitely. Volkswagen of America justifies the decision based on the current market environment and leaves the question of when the ID.7 will hit the road in North America open. Read more…
