StoreDot has developed a cell-to-pack architecture for its silicon-based fast-charging batteries, writes Nick Flaherty.
The I-BEAM XFC is a patented cell design that accelerates the integration of extreme fast charging (XFC) into EVs using StoreDot’s proprietary 100in5 electrode technology. The silicon anodes enable charging for 100 miles of range in just five minutes. Read more…
Car hire company Hertz changes its CEO
Following the unsuccessful electric car offensive, which resulted in high write-downs, car rental company Hertz has changed its CEO. Hertz CEO Stephen Scherr is stepping down and will be replaced on 1 April by Gil West, who until recently was responsible for operations at GM’s robotaxi company Cruise.
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India wants to attract EV manufacturers with customs discount
India’s government has adopted an incentive programme to turn the country into an EV production hub. Car manufacturers can import a limited number of electric cars into India at significantly reduced customs duties if they set up production there. Read more…
IM Motors to equip L6 sedan with smart chassis that supports ‘crab walk’
IM Motors has shared two videos showing the L6 being able to maneuver in tight spaces with the help of the smart chassis. Read more…
First Formula E victory for McLaren in Brazil
Sam Bird has won the Formula E race in Sao Paulo in a McLaren. The Brit secured victory in the fourth round of the electric racing series on the final lap ahead of Mitch Evans (Jaguar) and Oliver Rowland (Nissan). Read more…
Rivian R1S And R1T Owners Can Now Charge At Tesla Superchargers
Plug & charge works, too, and owners don’t even need the Tesla smartphone app. Read more…
Xpeng to enter Singapore market by H2 2024, report says
Xpeng recently appointed Premium Automobiles in Singapore as its dealer, and its first model to retail there is expected to be the G6 SUV, according to The Straits Times. Read more…
Nio Phone gen 2 has completed development, says William Li
Huawei, Xiaomi are making cars, and the Nio Phone is a defensive strategy for Nio, William Li said. Read more…
Daily EV Recap: March 17, 2024
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…
Neta takes page from Li Auto on Neta L’s interior design
Neta has shared multiple images of the Neta L’s interior, saying that the model will offer a better “refrigerator, color TV, and big sofa.” Read more…
BYD launches updated Frigate 07 with 13% lower starting price
The updated Frigate 07 SUV has a starting price of RMB 179,800, which is RMB 23,000, or 12.79 percent, lower than its predecessor’s starting price of RMB 202,800. Read more…
Huawei’s auto unit expected to become profitable this year, exec says
Huawei’s automotive business is expected to turn a profit this year, bolstered by mid-to-high-end models built in partnership with automakers, the unit’s chairman said. Read more…
All Tesla Model Y Trims Will Cost $1,000 More On April 1, 2024
The company hints at the price increase and adds 5,000 miles of free Supercharging to boost its Q1 sales results. Read more…
Gen X, Millennials buy the most EVs, as Boomers dominate policy
Gen X and Millennials tend to buy more EVs than Baby Boomers, but the older generation is still in control of EV policy, a pair of recent studies show. Experian’s fourth quarter 2023 Automotive Market Trends report, released Thursday, noted that 9.4% of new vehicles purchased by Gen X in 2023 were electric. Gen X purchased the most new vehicles of… Read more…
Nio’s William Li urges more focus on battery life as warranties expire on nearly 20 million NEVs over next 8 years
Li said batteries with lifetimes of up to 15 years are technically feasible, but it will take a concerted effort by the entire industry to advance the goal. Read more…
Rising Auto says it’s moving forward with asset-light strategy, denies recent rumors as ‘untrue’
Rising Auto said all is well with it and will launch a new model in the middle of the year. Read more…
Zeekr sees firm orders for updated Zeekr 001 exceed 20,000 units
Zeekr is targeting 30,000 firm orders for the updated Zeekr 001, which was launched on February 27, in its first month of availability. Read more…
Li Auto mulls lowering Li Mega sales target as orders less than 4,000 after half month on market, report says
Li Auto’s management was expecting 70,000 to 80,000 units of the Li Mega for the full year prior to its launch, and is now discussing whether to lower that to 50,000 to 60,000 units, according to local media. Read more…
First drive in the Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV: Italian luxury is going all-electric and we love it
Italian luxury automaker Maserati is now entering its fourth year of its 100% electric strategy and sits on the precipice of launching its second BEV model – the Grecale Folgore SUV. I got invited to Southern Italy to take the Grecale Folgore to the road (and off the road) to see if the famed automaker’s niche for power and luxury translates to the all-electric age. Read more…
Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta v12 finally rolls out – get your minds blown
Tesla is finally starting to roll out Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta v12 to customers — another “mind-blowing” update, according to CEO Elon Musk. Read more…
