I nearly ran out of charge in rural New York with no cell network, but Tesla’s navigation had a surprise for me. Read more…
Nexeon starts construction of a silicon anode material production site in Korea
Nexeon, a maker of silicon anode materials for lithium-ion batteries, has begun construction of a commercial production facility in Gunsan, South Korea. The site is located next to a facility operated by OCI, one of the largest silane gas producers outside China, ensuring a stable and cost-effective source of raw material supply. The dedicated silane… Read more…
ZF produces first 1,000 CeTrax lite drives for commercial EVs
German automotive company ZF has built 1,000 CeTrax lite electric drives for light commercial vehicles since it started volume production in April 2023. CeTrax lite is an all-electric drive with a peak output of 150 kW that sits centrally in the vehicle frame—replacing the transmission in combustion vehicles. It is an all-electric central drive, which… Read more…
Tesla ends hiring freeze, but only for one department
Tesla has evidently ended its hiring freeze that started last month with a series of layoffs, but it appears to be only for one department. Read more…
Chevy Silverado EV RST first drive: Incredible range and power, but is it worth the hefty price? [Video]
Chevy is on the cusp of launching passenger versions of its all-electric Silverado EV, and I got to test out the First Edition RST before it hits the driveways of its first US customers. This Silverado pickup has tons of power and function with 440 miles of all-electric range to boot, but as much as the Chevy team got right on this one, plenty of aspects missed the mark. Peep the video below. Read more…
Ferrari, with first electric supercar coming in 2025, warns rivals over Chinese EVs
Although its first fully electric supercar is not due out until next year, Ferrari is warning rivals about incoming Chinese EVs. Ferrari’s boss claims new competition from China should be a “call to action” for EU automakers. Read more…
Rad Power expands Memorial Day sale with more e-bikes, Bluetti power stations up to 45% off, Segway GoKart Pro, more
Headlining today’s Green Deals is the addition of two more e-bikes to Rad Power’s ongoing Memorial Day sale, taking up to $500 off with extra free batteries as well – starting from $1,199. They are joined by Bluetti power stations and bundles that are seeing up to 45% off discounts, like the AC180 Portable Power Station with a 200W Solar Panel for $879. Then there is the surprise return of a rare discount on the Segway Ninebot GoKart Pro, bringing costs down to $1,600. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals that are still alive and well. Read more…
BYD presents electric double-decker bus with Blade battery
BYD has presented a new electric double-decker bus for the British market. The BD11features a next-generation chassis, but also is powered by BYD’s blade battery. With this move, BYD is leveraging synergies between its automotive and bus businesses. Read more…
The Chevrolet Silverado EV Has One Of The Biggest Batteries Ever. Here’s How It Works
The Chevy Silverado EV’s battery is big, sure. But there’s a lot more to it than just what you see on paper. Read more…
YouTuber After 3 Years Owning A Ford Mustang Mach-E: It’s Built Better Than A Tesla
Matt Farrah of TheSmokingTire fame said he would “absolutely” buy or lease another Mach-E. Read more…
Watch The 600 HP Jeep Wagoneer S Take On The Tesla Model Y In Brawny Ad
Jeep says the all-electric SUV is its fastest-ever car, even faster than the V-8-powered Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. Read more…
Why The Kia EV3 Is Front-Wheel Drive
Cost is another reason why the EV3 doesn’t share its larger brothers’ rear-wheel drive design. Read more…
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST Is A Lot To Ask At $96,000
The electric truck wars are heating up. But even with 440 miles of range, Chevrolet’s entry is hard to justify. Read more…
Valmet Automotive presents new battery system
The Finnish supplier Valmet Automotive presents the ‘Energy Pack’ battery system as an addition to its ‘Modular Battery Platform’ product family. With the ‘Energy Pack’, trucks, buses and off-highway machines can be retrofitted with electric drives. Read more…
Greek ferries no longer transport fully charged electric cars
Charging limits now apply to the batteries of electric cars and plug-in hybrids on Greek ferries. In other words, most ferries no longer take fully charged electric vehicles. Read more…
Kia EV3 enters the compact SUV segment with design, range, and innovation
Kia has finally unveiled its latest electric vehicle, the EV3, a compact SUV designed to redefine expectations in its class. The EV3 builds upon the success of Kia’s flagship EV9 SUV, incorporating the brand’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, advanced technology, and sustainable materials to deliver an engaging and eco-conscious driving experience. With its distinctive design, the EV3 commands attention. The… Read more…
Gravity shows new fast-charger for curbside charging in cities
US-based EV charging startup Gravity wants to build up on-street charging network larger than Tesla’s. It now introduced its “DEAP Trees,” a universal on-street mounting and cable system. Read more…
Texas-based MOD Bikes launches 28 MPH full suspension adventure e-bike
MOD Bikes, the Austin, Texas-based e-bike maker with a flair for the unconventional, has just announced the newest addition to its electric bike lineup. The new MOD Black is the brand’s newly updated full-suspension electric bike, designed with adventures in mind. Read more…
The US’s largest heavy-duty electric truck microgrid is powered by… natural gas
Southern California’s largest heavy-duty electric truck charging depot, powered by the US’s largest electric truck microgrid, is now online and fueled by natural gas. Read more…
Kia reveals full specs and launch dates of incoming EV3 compact SUV, but will it come to the US?
After months of teasing its new compact SUV, Kia has officially unveiled full images and specs of the EV3, and it looks like another winner from the Korean automaker. Launching later this summer, the EV3 takes much of the design and technology from its larger EV9 sibling and delivers it as a smaller, more affordable option to global consumers. Read more…
