Alphabet Inc.’s autonomous driving unit Waymo is looking to expand its driverless robotaxi service in Los Angeles, where it is currently testing rides. Although, in light of the fallout from Cruise, it might not be smooth sailing.. Read more…
Ford And Lincoln’s Digital Experience Brings Gaming And Streaming To Your Next EV
Ford has big plans for software in your car, including a high degree of customization—and making this stuff easy to use for everyone. Read more…
Stellantis STLA Large platform will not be a pure 800-volt architecture
Stellantis has unveiled its STLA Large platform, which is designed for large electric vehicles. This will form the basis for future vehicles in the D and E segments for the global markets. However, the STLA Large is not a purely electric platform. Read more…
Newcomer Nima expands HPC network in the Nordics
Nima Energy is setting out to build over 1,000 high-power charging stations across the Nordics over the next three years. The network is already well underway in its home country, Sweden, fuelled by capital injections of its principal investor Niam. Read more…
Nio offers incentives for owners to share 100-kWh long-range battery packs ahead of Chinese New Year travel rush
Nio had raised the price of daily battery upgrades for February a few days ago. February 10-17 is the Chinese New Year holiday. Read more…
Xpeng has undergone fresh team reshuffles led by new president, report says
Xpeng has made a new round of organizational changes led by new president Wang Fengying, involving teams including marketing, human resources, data, manufacturing and product planning, according to local media. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz confirms electric-only “baby” G-Class
In a groundbreaking announcement at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show, Mercedes-Benz’s technical chief, Markus Schaefer, confirmed the company’s move towards an all-electric future by revealing that the upcoming “baby” G-Class will be powered exclusively by an electric powertrain, putting an end to speculations about the possibility of an ICE alternative. What sets this electric SUV apart is not only its… Read more…
Quantix Ultra offers flame protection at 1,200 C
A new material called Quantix Ultra, produced by Freudenberg Sealing Technologies, offers improved fire protection in electric vehicle (EV) drives, having resisted temperatures of up to 1,200 C during testing. Read more…
New Aito M7 has totaled over 130,000 firm orders in 4 months since launch, says Huawei’s Richard Yu
The new M7 was launched on September 12 and contributed 84 percent of Aito’s 24,468 deliveries in December. Read more…
Nio beefs up marketing as funny video goes viral
The animated video showcases the Nio ES8’s self-driving capabilities, zero-gravity seat, and elegance on the road. Read more…
Dongfeng’s NEV brand Voyah strikes strategic partnership with Huawei
Voyah said it and Huawei will accelerate the large-scale commercial application of intelligent technologies through the exploration of collaborative vehicle models. Read more…
Acura ZDX prices revealed – it’s not cheap
Acura is finally entering the electric car market with its first-ever electric vehicle, the Acura ZDX. While Acura enthusiasts might be thrilled about this electrifying debut, the pricing announcement has raised some eyebrows. Starting at €60,100 for the entry-level A-Spec RWD trim, the Acura ZDX doesn’t come cheap but prospective buyers can already place their orders online, aligning with Acura’s… Read more…
Gigafactory Nevada expansion starts for Tesla Semi and 4680 cells production
After a year of waiting, Tesla has decided to kickstart the long-anticipated expansion. The ambitious plans for Gigafactory Nevada, aided by incentives to the tune of €308 million in tax breaks, are bringing Tesla Semi and the groundbreaking 4680 battery cells into the spotlight. The Gigafactory Nevada project has been a crucial element of Tesla’s strategy to secure a consistent… Read more…
Smartravel e-motorbike drops to $1,299 (Save $600), Greenworks 20% off electric tool sale, more
This Smartravel e-motorbike is seeing an exclusive $600 discount today with our code, dropping the off-road design down to $1,299 with code 9TO5BIKE250. It comes joined by a 20% off Greenworks electric tool sale that applies to a collection of snow blowers and saws. Plus, all of today’s other best new Green Deals.. Read more…
Iveco scores biggest electric bus deal yet
Iveco just landed its largest electric bus contract to date, selling more than 400 battery electric city buses and a 10-year service contract to the city of Rome. Read more…
2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV EPA Range, Specs And Pricing Overview
In the 4WT version, it has 450 miles of EPA range, which is impressive. Read more…
Non-bike bike gear tested: HoverAir X1 is the cyclists’ drone I’ve been looking for
E-bikes are my main form of transportation, and so the right gear can make a big impact on my rides. While I normally review e-bikes themselves, in this series we’re exploring some of the helpful tools, gear, and other devices that can help make living a car-free life easier, more convenient, or just more fun! And the has proven to be an incredible camera for my rides, fitting squarely into the ‘fun and conventient’ category. Read more…
Baidu and Huawei join forces to revolutionize smart car navigation
Baidu, often referred to as the “Google of China,” and tech giant Huawei, are joining hands in what may be the industry’s groundbreaking partnership. The duo inked a cooperation agreement that promises to reshape the landscape of navigation, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and smart cockpit technologies. Both Huawei division General Manager Jin Yongfu and Baidu Vice President Shang Guobin,… Read more…
Florida woman uses electric bike to hunt 15-foot snakes in the Everglades
Electric bikes have long been popular for hunters due to their ability to reach hard-to-access areas quickly and quietly. But now we’re seeing a rather unique use of e-bikes as a hunting tool: to help take down invasive pythons in the Everglades. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: January 20, 2024
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
