Denza started out as a joint-venture between Daimler (aka Mercedes) and BYD, but currently the former only holds about 10% of Denza’s shares, with BYD growing to 90%. That isn’t stopping Denza from using Mercedes’ name to tease its next EV, however. The new model was showcased on the streets of Stuttgart, Germany (which is Mercedes’ home), and Denza’s press… Read more…
BYD and Mercedes-Benz tease new co-branded luxury electric vehicle coming this year
A new BYD and Mercedes-Benz co-branded luxury electric vehicle will roll out before the end of the year. Ahead of its official debut, the new Denza EV was spotted testing, grabbing the attention of onlookers. Read more…
UC Berkeley study confirms that yes, EVs do what they promise to do
A new study from UC Berkeley confirms what EV fans already know: EV adoption does, in fact, make the air cleaner. Perhaps even more importantly, the study offers some quantifiable, granular data about how much electric vehicles are impacting emission rates in the here and now, not just in the foreseeable future. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla Q1 results, Model 3 Ludicrous, Silverado EV RST electric pickup, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s Q1 delivery and production results, the upcoming Model 3 Ludicrous, the Silverado EV RST electric pickup, and more. Read more…
Kia suddenly shifts to hybrids, affordable EVs amid ‘waning global demand’
Kia is following in Ford’s footsteps after suddenly announcing plans to introduce more hybrids as it expects slower EV demand. To boost sales and fend off low-cost Chinese rivals, Kia will introduce a new lineup of affordable EVs in addition to hybrids starting this year.. Read more…
Volvo Global EV Sales Hit A New Record In March 2024, Thanks To The EX30
EVs represented nearly 23% of Volvo’s overall sales. Read more…
Reuters Says The $25,000 Tesla Is Dead. Elon Says They’re Lying
Reuters reported that Tesla shelved its affordable car in order to focus on its robo-taxi. Elon says it isn’t true. Read more…
Tesla scraps plans for low-cost car amid fierce competition from Chinese EVs, report says
Reuters reported that Tesla has canceled its long-promised low-cost car expected to start at about $25,000. Musk called the report a lie. Read more…
Projected EV battery recycling capacity outstrips expected supply
Afraid there won’t be enough recycling plants to recycle EV batteries when they start reaching end of life in large numbers? Well, the opposite might turn out to be the case. Encouraged by generous government incentives, companies have been investing heavily in battery plants. According to new research from technology intelligence firm ABI Research, companies… Read more…
Audi RS E-Tron GT, Porsche Taycan recall prompted by battery concerns
Audi E-Tron GT, RS E-Tron GT, and Porsche Taycan electric cars are being recalled for a battery issue that could lead to short circuits and fires. The recall population includes 606 Taycans from model years 2020 to 2023 and 1,042 E-Tron GT and RS E-Tron GT vehicles from model years 2022 to 2024. Audi is conducting two recalls for the same issue… Read more…
Here’s how Nissan might electrify trucks and SUVs for the US
Not every automaker’s taking the same strategy when it comes to electrification. During an interview at the 2024 New York auto show Nissan North America’s Senior Vice President and Chief Planning Officer, Ponz Pandikuthira laid out for Green Car Reports the automaker’s viewpoint on where EVs, PHEVs, and series hybrids make the… Read more…
Tesla Sold 89,000 China-Made EVs In March 2024
The company is trying to boost sales in China with a new 0% interest loan offer. Read more…
India: Major order for electric truck startup Tresa Motors
Tresa Motors, an Indian startup specialising in medium and heavy-duty electric trucks, has secured a pre-order for 1,000 electric trucks from logistics company JFK Transporters. Read more…
Apple lays off Project Titan employees
Apple’s journey into the automotive world came to a screeching halt, and the ripples of it are still being felt across the company. Many employees deeply involved in its secretive “Project Titan” car initiative have recently been laid off. Apple’s shift in focus has resulted in over 600 employees being let go. While most of the layoffs impacted staff involved… Read more…
More than 40K Fisker customers have canceled orders of their Oceans
Another major blow to California-based startup Fisker, as tens of thousands of customers reportedly have canceled their EV reservations to date – which is some serious bad buzz amid a tumultuous time as the company scrambles for funding to stay alive. Read more…
NIO begins mass production of semi-solid-state batteries, setting the stage for EV use in Q2
NIO is celebrating a potentially impactful milestone today. With the help of partner WeLion, NIO has begun mass production of its 150 kWh semi-solid-state batteries. With production now underway in China, we expect to see the safer and more energy-dense cells powering NIO brand EVs as early as this quarter. Read more…
All-on-one e-fluid technology to cool EV inverter, motor and provide gear lubrication (Webinar)
The presentation describes an Evogen (TM) e-fluid technology from Lubrizol that can handle high-power density electrical drivetrains that effectively protects and cools inverter, e-motor and gearbox system. This means a combination of advanced hardware cooling approaches and an advanced fluid to prevent overheating of components. There is a benefit in this approach compared with the… Read more…
Volvo’s U.S. EV Sales Were Still Pretty Low In Q1 2024
Volvo wants to go all-electric, but right now it sells far more plug-in hybrid models. Read more…
Isuzu launches electric pickup truck in Europe
Japanese manufacturer Isuzu announced the launch of its first electric car next year, initially in Europe. The D-MAX BEV pickup truck will initially launch in selected countries, such as Norway, in 2025. Read more…
Nio produces battery packs with semi-solid-state cells in series
Nio has started series production of 150 kWh battery packs with semi-solid-state cells from its partner WeLion. The first vehicles with the new battery will roll off the production line in the current quarter. The battery will enable long ranges – but they also make the EVs significantly more expensive. Read more…
