The Philippines has extended its duty-free policy for electric vehicles until 2028. The Southeast Asian island state had abolished import duties for electric vehicles at the beginning of 2023, which will now be extended until 2028. Read more…
Onvo introduces first electric SUV model L60 in China
Nio has introduced a new brand called ‘Le Dao’ in China and ‘Onvo’ internationally to offer EVs that are more affordable than those from its core brand. The Onvo L60, an electric mid-size SUV, is the new brand’s inaugural model. Read more…
Peugeot introduces eight-year warranty for electric cars
Peugeot has extended Allure Care, its comprehensive warranty scheme for cars, to its enter electric passenger model line-up. The new programme should give its EV customers more peace of mind, especially those who’re still on the fence fearing reliability issues in the long term. Read more…
Volvo EX60 to debut in 2025
The Volvo EX60 will be the Chinese-owned Swedish automaker’s fourth electric SUV and will be the successor to the Volvo XC6. It will belong to an extremely competitive segment, currently dominated by the Tesla Model Y. Read more…
Xpeng forays into France with launch of G9 and G6
G9 is offered in three variants in France, starting at a suggested retail price of 59,990 euros ($64,960). Read more…
YouTube and Google Cast arrive to Rivian R1S and R1T
The Rivian R1S and R1T, initially launched as the epitome of off-road electric luxury, are set to receive a long-awaited software update. Rivian owners will soon be able to transform their electric vehicles into mobile entertainment hubs. Rivian has confirmed that a forthcoming update will introduce a native YouTube app, allowing users to enjoy their favorite videos directly on the… Read more…
Li Auto laying off over 18% of its workforce, report says
Li Auto is reportedly undergoing massive layoffs that could involve more than 5,600 people, as sales fall short of expectations, according to local media. Read more…
China NEV retail at 241,000 in May 1-12, up 10% from same period last month
China’s retail penetration of NEVs was 43.11 percent in May 1-12, and 38.87 percent year-to-date. Read more…
Onvo L60 likely to help Nio top 20,000 unit monthly sales, says Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank expects the Nio main brand and the Onvo brand to launch a total of six new products in 2025, realizing 300,000 unit sales. Read more…
In a milestone, the US exceeds 5 million solar installations
The US has now officially surpassed 5 million solar installations, a significant landmark in its shift toward clean energy, according to data released by the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie. Read more…
BYD launches new Shark PHEV as its first pickup to rival Toyota’s Hilux, Ford Ranger
A new electrified pickup is hitting the global market. China’s BYD introduced its new Shark plug-in hybrid (PHEV) pickup in Mexico this week. The new BYD Shark is poised to compete against top-selling trucks globally, like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. Read more…
In April, Tesla prices were higher month-over-month but lower year-over-year
Tesla posted larger-than-average ATP (average transaction price) increases month-over-month in April, but its prices were lower year-over-year, reports Kelley Blue Book. Read more…
As It Launches An Affordable EV, General Motors Wants ‘A Level Playing Field’ With China
GM President Mark Reuss weighs in on Biden’s tariffs on China, the Equinox EV, hybrids and more. Read more…
Nissan builds pilot solid-state battery plant in Japan
Japanese automaker Nissan is building an all-solid-state battery pilot line at its Yokohama Plant in Kanagawa Prefecture, as part of its plan to promote the development and manufacturing of solid-state technologies. Nissan aims to launch EVs, including pickup trucks, equipped with the batteries by fiscal year 2028 under its Nissan Ambition 2030 plan. The company… Read more…
Nio sub-brand Onvo launches the L60, its first EV with up to 1,000 km range
It’s finally here. Nio’s first sub-brand, Onvo, has officially launched its first EV. Meet the Onvo L60. The car is meant to take on Tesla’s Model Y, and the pre-sale price of the L60, at CNY 219,900 (€28,400), is CNY 30,000 (€3,870) less than the Model Y’s. Deliveries of the L60 are set to begin in China in September. In… Read more…
The Average Price Of An EV In April Was $55,252, 8.5% Less Than Last Year
EV prices remained nearly unchanged compared to March, while new vehicle prices jumped 2.2%. Read more…
DHL Freight introduces Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 heavy electric tractor-trailers in Germany
DHL Freight, headquartered in Bonn, has deployed two Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 trucks for delivery and distribution transport at the company’s Koblenz and Hagen sites. The truck at Hagen makes round trips to the Mercedes-Benz truck plant in Kassel, and the second truck makes deliveries to customers in the Koblenz area. Each truck is powered by… Read more…
MoveEV debuts Geotab Marketplace add-in for its home charging reimbursement software
US EV software and services provider MoveEV, a member of the Geotab Sustainability Alliance, has introduced an add-in for its MyGeotab software product. The software is designed for Geotab-enabled fleets with EVs enrolled in MoveEV’s ReimburseEV home charging reimbursement program. It connects Geotab and ReimburseEV to allow fleet managers to see any vehicle’s home charging… Read more…
Rivian introduces YouTube App and Google Cast video streaming to the R1 infotainment system
American automaker Rivian is upping the entertainment factor for current and future owners of its flagship R1 line of EVs. Today, Rivian shared it is integrating YouTube into its infotainment system, available for streaming on your vehicle’s center display. Additionally, the automaker is adding Google Cast capabilities, giving drivers and passengers the ability to mirror their favorite content in the EV from a smartphone or tablet. Read more…
Baidu talks about using Tesla Robotaxi in China
Baidu says that it is considering using Tesla’s upcoming Robotaxi in China as the two major companies appear to be getting closer. Read more…
