The government of the UK has announced a £4.5 billion investment program for key manufacturing industries, including £2 billion for the automotive industry, to support the transition to zero emission vehicles. Read more…
Abellio London orders 80 e-buses from Wrightbus
The British bus operator Abellio London has ordered electric buses from Northern Ireland’s Wrigthtbus. The zero-emission vehicles will hit the routes in the British capital next year in a ix of single and double deck versions. Read more…
Kia lowers launch price for the EV5 in China
Kia has officially launched its EV5 on the Chinese market. The EV5 starts there at prices from 149,800 yuan (around 19,000 euros). The base price of the compact E-SUV is therefore 10,000 yuan lower at market launch than previously planned. Read more…
BYD signs deal with local conglomerate to build sodium battery base with 30 GWh annual capacity
The sodium battery base is planned to have a total investment of RMB 10 billion and an annual capacity of 30 GWh. Read more…
Who needs a truck? Man tows boat with a tiny electric scooter!
Earlier this month, a teenager taking his boat down to the water went viral after a driver caught his interesting tow job on camera. Without a car or truck to tow the boat, the clever owner was able to use a much more efficient vehicle: an electric scooter. Read more…
Nio to unveil new model at this year’s Nio Day event, president says
Nio will have heavyweight product and model launches at this year’s Nio Day event, the company’s president, Qin Lihong, said in an audio program. Read more…
Recyclus launches waste lithium-ion battery storage solution
Battery recycling business Recyclus Group has developed a solution for the safe storage and transportation of lithium-ion batteries, the LiBox.
It is a pallet-sized, steel fabricated box, UN-certified and ADR-compliant. It is rated to a 20 kWh power rating, and can control thermal conditions of up to 2000 ºC. Read more…
Nio reaches over 20,000 chargers and 2,110 swap stations in China
About 80 percent of the power supplied by Nio’s chargers is used by other brands of EVs, with BYD models using 19.4 percent and Tesla 12.3 percent. Read more…
BYD Sea Lion 07 to hit market in H1 2024, more Sea Lion models to come
The Sea Lion will become BYD’s SUV series for the Ocean lineup, with the Sea Lion 05 debuting next year, and more models including the Sea Lion 06 coming in the future, an executive said. Read more…
Nio president refutes doubts over possible collapse of company
“Nio will not go out of business, and there is absolutely no possibility of it going out of business,” the company’s president said in a speech. Read more…
Aitekx RoboTruck 1T makes the Cybertruck look good
Silicon Valley startup Aitekx has made quite the splash at the 2023 LA Auto Show with its RoboTruck 1T, a vehicle that many are quick to label as a Tesla Cybertruck wannabe. While the resemblance is undeniable, the RoboTruck 1T has some intriguing features and specifications that set it apart from its more famous counterpart.
Aitekx has wasted no time in capitalizing on the hype surrounding the stainless steel behemoth that is the Tesla Cybertruck. Pre-orders for the RoboTruck 1T are already open, with a reservation fee of just €93. If you’re among the early birds, there’s a generous… Read more…
Best Black Friday 2023 Green Deals: e-bikes, power stations, tools, more
Black Friday is now here at Electrek, and our team over at 9to5Toys has been working around the clock to bring you all of the best deals. Through Thanksgiving week, we’ll be delivering on environmentally-friendly gear, electric vehicles, home goods, fashion, and much more. Down below, you’ll find only the best of the best as part of our curated Black Friday Green Deals hub for the week, which will be constantly updated with all of the latest offers in one central location.. Read more…
U.S. To Expand Domestic Battery Processing Facilities With $3.5 Billion Investment
China is currently the world leader in refining and processing raw lithium. Read more…
Ford, Hyundai And Chevrolet Led U.S. Non-Tesla BEV Sales In Q3 2023
The all-electric car sales from several brands doubled year-over-year. Read more…
If you’ve wanted an e-bike, now is basically the best time ever with all the current sales
November has always been a good time to snag a big discount on e-bikes in the US, as electric bike makers long ago gave up on shorter Black Friday sales in favor of simply giving out those huge discounts all month long. But this year is seeing especially massive price cuts due to extra pressure on the industry. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck delivery event – only 10 vehicles set to roll out
In the midst of Elon Musk’s turbulent week, marked by a series of self-inflicted challenges, there’s a glimmer of hope for Tesla enthusiasts. The highly anticipated Cybertruck Delivery Event in Austin is just around the corner, promising to unveil a vehicle that has captured the imagination of millions. But here’s the twist: Tesla’s global product design director, Javier Verdura, may have just dropped a bombshell regarding the number of Cybertrucks slated for delivery.
At a recent event in Monterrey, Mexico, Verdura took the stage and, among other things, highlighted Tesla’s achievements… Read more…
Tesla, Audi, And Nissan EVs Have Minimal Winter Range Loss
Data from 10,000 EVs and 18 models shows a roughly 30 percent lower range in winter on average. Read more…
Desten unveils game-changing LFP battery with 6-minute charging time
Desten Inc., a pioneer in cutting-edge lithium-ion battery technology, has introduced a groundbreaking Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) cell that promises to revolutionize the electric vehicle and energy storage industries. This innovative battery technology offers an astonishing 20% to 80% charge in just six minutes, addressing a significant challenge in EV adoption and enhancing the efficiency of energy storage systems.
The new LFP cell from Desten is a game-changer for the electric vehicle market. With its ultra-fast charging capabilities, it significantly reduces downtime for EVs, making… Read more…
The EV age has revived a century-old obsession with aerodynamics
Aerodynamics are an important consideration in modern EVs. Lowering aerodynamic drag improves efficiency, allowing for more range from a given battery-pack size. But it bears emphasis: This is far from a new obsession. A new exhibit curated by Audi in Germany highlights an earlier era of aerodynamic experimentation. In the 1930s, engineers at the… Read more…
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning: Range, Costs, Pros And Cons At 15,000 Miles
Tom Moloughney’s Ford F-150 Lightning has covered 15,000 miles in 16 months, so it’s time for a comprehensive ownership review. Read more…
