Portuguese EV charging infrastructure manufacturer Efacec has launched a new high-power modular EV charger incorporating an active monitoring and remote upgrade system. The QC180 is an all-in-one Plug & Charge-ready system. It allows for simultaneous charging at up to 180 kW, includes an independent remote connection for maintenance and asset management and incorporates a credit… Read more…
Google Maps adds more public EV charging information
Most popular mapping apps can show the locations of public EV chargers—but they lack important details, such as whether a station requires payment, and whether it is currently in service (EV-specific apps such as PlugShare provide much more detailed information). Now Google Maps has announced plans to upgrade the EV charger information it provides. The… Read more…
Firstgreen remote operated electric skid steer hopes to reduce mining deaths
Mining fatalities climbed more than 30 percent from 2022 to 2023, with construction fatalities also continuing to rise. In a bid to help keep miners safe, FIRSTGREEN Industries has launched a new line of cabinless, remote operated skid steers designed specifically for use in critical mining operations. Read more…
AccuWeather Calls Out Tesla Cybertruck Caught In New Orleans Storm
Wade Mode may get you out of a tough spot, but best to avoid these situations if you can. Read more…
Disneyland will remake its Autopia around EVs in 2026
Disneyland will replace gasoline vehicles at its Autopia ride with EVs in 2026, the Los Angeles Times confirmed this week. Autopia is one of the longer-running attractions at the Anaheim, California, Walt Disney Co. theme park and it undoubtedly has a role in nurturing auto enthusiasm for kids. With clarification that these vehicles will be “fully… Read more…
Germany, China and electric cars: no desire for a trade war
For some, electric cars from China are the biggest threat to the European, and especially the German car industry. A look at the figures shows that electric cars from China are still rare – but there are already massive interdependencies between the German and Chinese industries. Accordingly, the companies’ position on the tariffs under discussion is quite clear. Read more…
Tesla lowers price of ‘Full Self-Driving’ to $8,000, down from $12,000
Tesla has once again lowered the price of its Full Self-Driving software by $4,000, now costing $8,000, down from a previous price of $12,000 in the US. Read more…
Liebherr electric excavator reaches million ton milestone, scores more orders
This massive Liebherr electric excavator reached a major operational milestone earlier this month when it moved its one millionth tonne of dirt. And now, its buyers want more. Read more…
First ever electric semi truck rides into Mexico with SDG&E
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) says the maiden voyage of their Class 8 heavy-duty electric semi marks the first time an electric semi has crossed the border hauling a standard load, marking an important milestone as the two nations move toward a net zero future. Read more…
Tesla cuts prices across its entire lineup in China
Prices for the locally produced Model 3 and Model Y have been cut by around 4-6 percent, while the imported Model S and Model X have been reduced by as much as 22 percent. Read more…
Tesla Cut Model S, Model X And Model Y Prices By $2,000
Will this move boost sales to a point to balance supply with demand? Read more…
The Lucid Air Sapphire unseats the Tesla Model S Plaid as the drag strip champ
The electric vehicle drag strip wars have a new victor. Introducing the Lucid Air Sapphire, the electric sedan that just snatched the crown from the reigning Tesla Model S Plaid for the fastest stock four-door sedan in a quarter-mile. It’s official: the Lucid Air Sapphire leaves other EVs in the dust, boasting an insane 8.93-second quarter-mile time. With three powerful… Read more…
Kia’s Affordable Subcompact EV2 Crossover Seen Testing
The captured footage appears to show the car being tested for left-hand drive markets. Read more…
Tesla ends referral program and cuts prices again
What a week it has been for Tesla. Falling share prices, mass layoffs, and executive departures seemed like a week from hell. But Tesla decided it wasn’t entirely done with the spring clean and added more explosive announcements to the mix. The company is ending its global referral program, where owners could earn rewards for referring friends and family to… Read more…
Voltpost Introduces Lamppost EV Charger For Major Metro Areas
The curbside solution is promised to be easy to install and cost-efficient. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck’s Pedal Fix Isn’t Pretty But Deliveries Can Resume
While not especially elegant, the quick rivet fix has reportedly allowed Cybertruck deliveries to resume. Read more…
The Volkswagen ID.4 Will Soon Be A Union-Made EV
The vote represents a major coup for the United Auto Workers, and means one of VW’s most important cars will soon be union-made. Read more…
2024 Beijing auto show: Detailed booth map
The two venues of the 2024 Beijing auto show have a total area of 220,000 square meters and 278 NEV models will be on display. Read more…
Elon Musk hints Tesla FSD for China may be possible very soon
“It may be possible very soon,” Musk said today on the X platform in response to a user’s question about when FSD would enter China. Read more…
Nio to roll out NOP+ driver assist to nearly 230,000 EVs on Apr 30
Nio said this will be the largest user base for city smart driving in China. All of its NT 2.0 platform-based models support NOP+. Read more…
