Chinese electric car manufacturer Nio recorded falling sales and increased losses in the first quarter of 2024. Most recently, Nio was at least able to consistently increase deliveries and sales – this was no longer the case at the start of 2024. Read more…
InoBat starts battery cell production in Slovakia
InoBat announces the official start of production for its battery cells in Slovakia. The company has produced its first cells on a pilot line in Voderady. It also wants to set up large-scale production with Gotion High Tech in Slovakia. Read more…
Tesla sells 55,215 cars in China in May, up 76% from Apr
Tesla China exported 17,358 vehicles in May, down 50.67 percent year-on-year and down 43.54 percent from April. Read more…
VW invests €120 billion in electrification and digitalisation
The Volkswagen Group has confirmed the rumoured investment of 180 billion euros by 2028. Two-thirds of this sum will be invested in new electric models and digital services. The remaining third—around 60 billion euros—will be used to further develop combustion engines. Read more…
Hyundai to launch affordable EV called Inster
Hyundai has announced that it will launch the Casper Electric in its overseas markets as the ‘Inster.’ The company will unveil it at the Busan International Mobility Show on 27 June. Read more…
Tesla restarts hiring beyond AI and robotics in a big way
Tesla has fully restarted its hiring effort beyond AI and robotics in a big way after a hiring freeze amid several waves of layoffs throughout the entire organization. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Husqvarna electric plate compactor
Husqvarna’s new LF 60i LAT battery-powered compactor delivers serious soil compaction and the convenience of cordless power. Read more…
Xpeng names Mona series debut model M03, releases 1st official image
Xpeng calls the first model in the Mona lineup the Xpeng M03 and unveils the first official image of the model. Read more…
Huawei, Chery to launch Luxeed R7, 1st coupe SUV under HIMA umbrella
The Luxeed R7 will be the second model under the Luxeed brand jointly created by Huawei and Chery and will be the first coupe SUV under Huawei’s HIMA business. Read more…
First ride on the Flite eFoils: Easy to learn and outrageous ‘flying’ fun out on the water [Video]
I have seen the future of sustainable water sports; my friends, it is good. I recently got the chance to take Flite’s lineup of eFoils out on the waters of South Carolina, and all I can say is, “What a feeling.” Watch me hydrofoil (and fall plenty) in the video below. Read more…
Elon leaks the vote, Fred’s CT review, EV price parity, and Scooter takes flight
On today’s show, we talk about Elon Musk and leaks surrounding his $56 billion comp package, 48V architecture, Fred’s Cybertruck review, EV price parity, Nissan LEAF deals (that may or may not be a good thing), and Scooter’s Florida Fliteboard adventure. All this and more, on today’s episode of Quick Charge. Read more…
Hyundai Inster EV: An Affordable Electric City Car With Cute Looks
Hyundai is teasing its subcompact EV, and it looks both affordable and adorable. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia are closing the gap with Tesla as US EV market share hits double-digits
Hyundai Motor Group, including Kia, is gaining ground on Tesla in the US electric vehicle market. After a record start to 2024, Hyundai and Kia accounted for 11.2% of the EVs sold in the US through May. Read more…
A major US offshore wind hub just broke ground in New York City
Today, the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal (SBMT) broke ground, kicking off the transformation of the historic port into an East Coast offshore wind hub. Read more…
Tesla’s DMV self-driving false advertising case must go to court, CA judge rules
A case in California court over whether Tesla deceived customers with its statements about full self-driving technology will go forward, bucking Tesla’s attempts to get the case to be thrown out before trial, a California judge ruled today. Read more…
Volvo recalls all EX30 electric SUVs over a software glitch, but an OTA update should fix it
Volvo is set to recall all 71,956 EX30 models made to date as it works through a software bug. The glitch could cause an error that causes the EX30’s speedometer to go into test mode. Read more…
Tesla Model Y’s ‘Juniper’ Update Won’t Happen This Year, Musk Says
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says a Highland Model 3-style update for its top-selling crossover isn’t in the cards for 2024. Read more…
The Toyota bZ4x Is On A Hot Streak This Year
Guess those aggressive lease deals worked, huh? Read more…
Stellantis posts record sales in Europe
European auto giant Stellantis continues its electrifying ascent in 2024, securing an 18.5% market share in the first five months with a 1.8% increase in sales volume compared to 2023. This success is amplified by its leading position in key markets like France, Italy, and Portugal and a notable May victory in Spain. Stellantis’ winning streak is evident in its… Read more…
Hyundai And Kia Now Own 11% Of America’s EV Sales Through May 2024
One in 10 new EV sales is from Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group. Read more…
