Israeli startup EVR Motors has opened a factory to manufacture electric motor coils in India. It is the first plant from an Israeli automotive company in the country. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Fred’s Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST and more. Read more…
Ford likely to enable all dealers to sell EVs amid shifting plans
With changes expected to Ford’s electric vehicle certification program, all Ford dealers will likely be able to sell EVs. Ford is reportedly preparing to open the program amid feedback from its dealers. Read more…
This startup is about to install bladeless rooftop wind turbines on box buildings
Aeromine Technologies just closed a $9 million funding round, and it’s ready to scale up production of its bladeless rooftop wind turbines.. Read more…
Daimler Truck continues to choose Proterra battery technology for electric school buses and delivery vehicles
Proterra’s August bankruptcy filing sent a shock wave through the EV industry, partly because several EV builders depend on Proterra’s well-respected battery technology. Fortunately, the Volvo Group quickly snapped up the company’s battery business, and it appears that business as usual will continue. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has announced plans to use Proterra’s battery… Read more…
ENNOVI introduces automotive-grade stackable connector platform
Singapore-based EV components manufacturer ENNOVI has introduced a new ENNOVI-MB2B multi-row board-to-board (BTB) connector platform for EVs with a snap-in design that allows multiple connector units to be stacked together without solder. This approach enables different pin count requirements to be accommodated via the same basic interconnect platform, without any extra expense or engineering effort,… Read more…
You Can Get A 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E With 0% APR
After slashing prices, Ford tweaks its financing incentives to further spur sales. Read more…
NIO warns not to use EVs as a ‘political target’ amid EU expansion
After confirming its European expansion plans, NIO CEO William Li said EVs “should never be used as a political target.” The warning comes as the EU weighs tariffs on Chinese EVs. Read more…
Hyundai reportedly gearing up to bring hydrogen electric N Vision 74 supercar concept to market
A recent report out of South Korea states that Hyundai Motor Group is beginning development of a new hydrogen fuel cell EV supercar based on its N Vision 74 concept from a couple of years ago. The Korean automaker is working on a development mule ahead of planned production in 2026. Read more…
Here’s the how many public EV charging ports the US has now
The US Joint Office of Energy and Transportation’s Q2 2024 update reveals a surge in public EV charging ports. Here’s the scoop. Read more…
The $35,000 Kia EV3 Is The Electric Car America Has Been Waiting For
Tesla’s plans for a cheaper EV have been all over the place, but Kia’s affordable EV plan is already clear. Read more…
Lucid Gravity Aims To Be ‘The Best SUV In The World’
The Gravity will be Lucid’s second model, a large and luxurious electric SUV that will rival EVs like the Rivian R1S and Kia EV9. Read more…
InCharge Energy introduces three multi-EV charging products
Commercial fleet charging services provider InCharge Energy has introduced three new chargers—the ICE-600, ICE-480 and ICE CUBE. The Micro Dispenser for the new ICE-600 split system offers dynamic power sharing of up to 500 kW to charge up to 10 EVs simultaneously, charging at either 10 Micro single-cable dispensers or at five Slim Line dual-cable… Read more…
EVR Motors opens electric motor coil plant in India
Israel-based EVR Motors has started operations at a new plant in Manesar, India under its subsidiary, I.EVR Motors to produce of trapezoidal geometry coils to meet demand in India and global markets. The plant is designed to provide coils for approximately 20,000 motors per month, with plans for rapid expansion to around 100,000 motors. EVR… Read more…
Tesla Owners Get Only 64% Of EPA Range After Just Three Years: Study
The EPA’s flawed testing makes this seem much worse than it actually is. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) cuts US workforce by 6% ahead of Gravity electric SUV launch
Lucid (LCID) is the latest EV maker to reveal job cuts to reduce costs. As part of a new restructuring plan, Lucid plans to reduce its US workforce by 6%, or about 400 employees. Read more…
China threatens tariffs up to 25% on imports in retaliation for EU probe, US tariffs on EVs
Ten days after the Biden administration introduced a 100% tariff on on several categories of Chinese goods, including EVs, China has threatened to retaliate with tariffs on its own vehicle imports. Those threats are also targeted at the EU, as China’s Ministry is requesting the results of a recent probe while imploring Europe not to take the same action as the United States.. Read more…
Nissan preps for next-gen LEAF EV production, but ‘a real challenge’ awaits
Nissan is preparing to begin production of the next-gen LEAF, which could happen as early as next March. Although work is already underway for the new EV, “a real challenge” awaits at Nissan’s Sunderland plant. Read more…
ChargePoint announces support for Megawatt Charging System
The Megawatt Charging System (MCS), a new charging standard for heavy-duty EVs that industry experts call a game-changer for electric trucks, is in the final stages of standardization, and commercial deployments are already starting to appear. The latest charging provider to announce support for MCS is ChargePoint. The MCS cable and connector will be available… Read more…
How Much Of A Fire Risk Are Electric Cars?
Consider the “EVs are more prone to catch fire” myth busted, and the proof is all right here. Read more…
