Fans of Jeeps, with their rugged, noisy, militaristic image, would seem to be unlikely buyers of EVs. But if you look at vehicle performance rather than demographic identity, a different picture emerges. As prolific EV writer John Voelcker recently noted, off-roading is actually an ideal application for EVs. “Maximum torque at extremely low motor speeds,… Read more…
QuantumScape prototype Li-metal cell retains 95% discharge energy over 1,000 cycles
QuantumScape, a US battery company, has announced that its 24-layer A0 prototype cell retained over 95% discharge energy over 1,000+ full cycle equivalents in lab testing. QuantumScape stated that no automotive-format lithium-metal battery has exhibited this discharge energy retention across a similar cycle count at room temperature and modest pressure. The single-layer cells that QuantumScape… Read more…
VW plans under-$35,000 EV for US arrival around 2027
Volkswagen is once again planning to bring an affordable electric vehicle to the U.S. market—and it’s setting a target under $35,000. According to reporting from Reuters, from one of its own trade conferences in Detroit, VW Group of America product strategy chief Reinhard Fischer confirmed the new product focus for North America… More…
Renault hopes to chase down Tesla with EV unit Ampere
In a big hopeful move to catch up to Tesla and Chinese manufacturers, French automaker Renault has officially separated its newly formed EV unit Ampere from the rest of the business. The company has announced its executive team, launched a new logo, and set up some highly ambitious goals as it readies its IPO – although tough market conditions won’t make this an easy affair.. More…
Volvo is buying bankrupt Proterra’s battery business for $210M – here’s what that means
Volvo Group has won an auction for Proterra’s battery business with a bid of $210 million – here’s what that means for the EV industry. More…
Check out Canoo’s rugged new ‘American Bulldog’ electric pickup truck
EV maker Canoo unveiled its latest model, the “American Bulldog” electric pickup truck, on Friday. Canoo says its new electric truck is “woven into the American spirit” with grit and innovation. More…
UAW’s win helps non-unionized workers too as Toyota, Honda both hike pay
Honda has announced that it will raise pay of some US workers by 11%, after UAW’s historic strike wins where it earned 25%+ pay increases at all of the “Big Three” American automakers. After Toyota did the same last week, this shows how union wins have a tendency to affect entire industries, raising conditions for even non-unionized companies who have to compete for workers. More…
Zeekr 007 official teaser images leave nothing to the imagination
A few days ago Zeekr announced that it’s going to unveil its first ever sedan, the Zeekr 007, on November 17 (a huge missed opportunity to do it on November 7, we think, but anyway, let’s not digress). Today the brand’s official global X account shared the images you can see below, which pretty much give away the entirety of the car’s looks – and we’re not complaining, since it does look stunning. The 007 has LiDAR technology, as is obvious by the sensors sitting up top. This will be the first time a Zeekr features LiDAR, although the popularity of LiDAR in the Chinese EV market has… More…
The U.S. Is ‘10 To 20 Years Behind Asia’ In Battery Manufacturing And Research: Report
A letter signed by two U.S. senators urges the Energy Department to step up America’s battery research game. More…
Here’s Why The Polestar 4 and 5 Don’t Have A Rear Window
The decision to cut the rear window was more than just for style reasons. More…
Toyota to invest $8 billion to expand North Carolina EV battery plant
Is Toyota a sleeping giant, poised to exploit the wimpy waffling of GM and Ford, and become the EV powerhouse it should be? Or will the company continue paying lip service to e-mobility while clinging to 20th-century technology? Who knows? We won’t presume to read the green tea leaves, but we are happy to report… Read more…
Volvo to build electric cars with Tesla-style “gigapresses”
Volvo Cars has become the next carmaker after Tesla to rely on so-called Giga presses from Italy’s Idra. The size of a small house, Volvo’s model is among the largest casting machines in Europe used to build electric cars. Read more…
Posco pushes motor and battery business with over half a billion dollars
The South Korean steel group Posco is planning a massive expansion of its production capacities for motor cores and battery materials for electric vehicles. The company set targets across new sites and existing plants. Read more…
Honda confirms its swappable battery electric scooter heading for production
We just got our closest look yet at Honda’s latest electric scooter, the Honda SC e:, at the 2023 EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show. There, the company showed off the new design and confirmed it will be heading for mass production. More…
ZEEKR files for US IPO, shares first exterior images of its 007 sedan ahead of pre-orders
Lots of news out of China today, as Geely-owned EV brand ZEEKR has officially put the wheels in motion to go public on the New York Stock Exchange. Additionally, ZEEKR is also offering the public the best look at its first ever sedan – the 007 – following exterior images shared below. More…
Bike shop brands are finally giving e-bike riders what they want: throttles
To grossly oversimplify the e-bike market in the US, there are two types of electric bikes: those with hand throttles and those without. Traditional higher-end bike shop brands have long eschewed throttle-enable electric bikes, opting instead for pedal assist designs that only provide helping motor power when the rider also pedals. On the other hand, direct-to-consumer (D2C) e-bike companies have long embraced throttle e-bikes. As D2C brands scoop up more of the growing market, traditional bicycle brands are starting to take note. More…
Here’s Why The Electric 2025 Ram Ramcharger Got A V6 Engine
The Ramcharger has an innovative approach to range anxiety. Here’s why Ram chose a V6 for the job. More…
This Tesla Model 3 Used To Stink Inside. Here’s How The Owner Fixed It
A design flaw allows water to get to the cabin air filters. More…
Polestar 5: Here’s What We Know So Far
Arriving sometime in 2025, the Polestar 5 has ditched all camouflage at the Polestar Day event yesterday, so it’s time for a recap. More…
Samsung’s SmartThings announces first EV charger integration
Samsung’s SmartThings is possibly the biggest smart home platform in the world and is now offering integration with EvLoop’s EV charging network. The integration is also working with some EVs. The SmartThings app now allows you to track and control the charging process, just like the native Loop EV Charger app. For instance, you can schedule the charging process to start during off-peak hours. Additionally, the SmartThings app can monitor and manage your charger with the app available on your smartwatch, tablet, TV and even the fridge. The future is now! EvLoop is a charging network… More…
