It was all done under warranty, but that will expire soon. So what happens if the battery needs replacing again? Read more…
Toyota Urban SUV Previews Cheap, Small EV Coming To Europe In 2024
Built on a dedicated BEV platform, the subcompact SUV will offer two battery choices as well as front- and all-wheel-drive powertrains. Read more…
Xiaomi’s car lineup to get two more models including a hybrid
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is set to expand its presence in the electric vehicle market with the introduction of two additional models, one of which is a hybrid. This strategic move aims to boost sales and establish Xiaomi as a key player in the rapidly evolving Chinese electric car industry. Xiaomi’s foray into the world of electric cars was announced… Read more…
New trucks in Norway only allowed with electric or biogas drives from 2030
Norway wants to largely end the era of combustion engines for trucks too, following the 2025 target for new combustion cars. From 2030, all new trucks will either have to be emission-free vehicles or run on biogas. This has now been agreed by the Norwegian parliament. Read more…
BMW iX travels 978 kilometres with Gemini battery from ONE
BMW and Our Next Energy (ONE) have realized a range drive of almost 1,000 kilometres. For this purpose, a BMW iX was equipped with the Gemini battery technology from Our Next Energy (ONE). The exact WLTP range achieved is 608.1 miles or 978.4 kilometres. Read more…
Stagecoach is the first customer for ADL’s Enviro100EV midibus
The British public transport operator is procuring 20 units of the Enviro100EV, which is 8.5 meters long and 2.35 meters wide and offers space for up to 25 passengers. Deliveries are scheduled for the first half of 2024. Read more…
BYD and Zhongtong Bus build 360 electric buses for Singapore
The Singapore Transport Authority has placed its first major orders for electric buses and charging infrastructure. Specifically, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has commissioned two Chinese manufacturers to supply a total of 360 electric buses. Read more…
Ford customers can use dynamic tariffs from Tibber from 2024
From spring 2024, Ford will be offering owners of a Mustang Mach-E or Explorer in Germany, the Netherlands and Norway the opportunity to use Tibber’s dynamic tariffs at their home wallbox. In the UK, however, the partner is Octopus Energy. Read more…
New LIVAQ EQUAD unveiled as ‘most capable electric ATV ever’
The field of electric ATVs is small yet growing quickly, and now we’re getting our first look at a new entrant. The LIVAQ EQUAD claims to be the “most capable electric ATV ever.” Let’s see how it stacks up. Read more…
Tesla is officially losing half $7,500 tax credit on two Model 3 trims
Tesla has confirmed that it is officially losing half of the $7,500 tax credit on two Model 3 trims starting next year. Read more…
Toyota unveils new Urban electric SUV to rival Volvo’s EX30 as affordable EV option
Cheaper EVs are on the way. Toyota’s new Urban electric SUV Concept will challenge the affordable Volvo EX30 as the brand’s cheapest EV yet.. Read more…
Here’s Why The Tesla Cybertruck Might Never Make It To Europe
Weight, a penchant for smaller-sized vehicles, and the charging port all make for a tough pill to swallow. Read more…
BYD Plug-In Car Sales Hit Another Record In November 2023
The group is now reinforced with two all-new brands—Fang Cheng Bao and Yangwang. Read more…
Could a glut of lithium supply spur an EV price war?
Market experts are carefully watching a drop in lithium prices—and what impact that could have on EV costs—according to a new Bloomberg report. Lithium’s benchmark price in China—the world’s largest new-car market and a center for battery production—is down about 80% from its November 2022 record high, the report noted… Read more…
DOE rules on foreign content could cut tax credit on some EVs
The Department of Energy (DOE) on Friday issued proposed guidance on foreign battery content in EVs that could cut the federal tax credit for some models. But it also provides a clearer picture for automakers and battery suppliers. Starting Jan. 1, EVs are ineligible for the federal tax credit of up to $7,500 if they have key battery components… Read more…
Detroit starts real world electric road charging trial
Detroit just witnessed the installation of America’s first-ever wireless electrified roadway. The quarter-mile stretch of electrified road, which operates similarly to a wireless charging pad in the simplest terms, is a result of partnership between the City of Detroit, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), and Israeli company Electreon, which develops wireless charging solutions for electric vehicles. Dr. Stefan Tongur,… Read more…
UL Solutions opens battery testing lab in Korea
The South Korean science safety company UL Solutions has opened the ‘Korea Advanced Battery Laboratory’. Located in Pyeongtaek, this new facility is planned to provide customers with improved access to the latest safety technology to increase innovation and speed to market. Read more…
Octopus EV secures £550 million for salary sacrifice scheme
Octopus Electric Vehicles (Octopus EV) has agreed to a £550 million debt securitisation facility from Lloyds Bank to fund electric vehicles. This brings the total funding secured by Octopus EV to £1.2 billion. Read more…
Battery analysis provider Aviloo attracts further investment
The Austrian startup Aviloo is receiving further capital from Invest AG together with Raiffeisen KMU Invest AG. The battery analysis specialist intends to use the new funds to drive forward its international expansion. Read more…
EcoPro & Samsung SDI sign cathode materials deal worth over 30 billion euros
The South Korean battery material manufacturer EcoPro BM has received a major order from battery cell manufacturer Samsung SDI worth the equivalent of around 30.9 billion euros. The deal focuses on EcoPro’s NCA cathode material. Read more…
