Chinese-owned automaker BYD has announced plans to build a factory in Europe in hopes of bringing its affordable EVs to the masses there. As the brand picks up steam in sales, it will break ground on its first European factory, with Hungary selected as the location. Still, it has some challenges to face: a new investigation from the European Union, and a lack of solid brand recognition to compete with Tesla and European automakers. More…
Jeep finally reveals when the iconic Wrangler and Grand Cherokee are going electric
The legendary Jeep Wrangler is going electric. We will also see an all-electric Grand Cherokee roll out in the next few years. A tentative labor agreement between Jeep’s parent company, Stellantis, and the UAW revealed several new EV models due for production. More…
ZEEKR teases its first sedan model, the 007, ahead of pre-orders this month
Less than a week after we shared details of a visit with ZEEKR in New York, detailing how quickly the Chinese automaker is expanding, it is now teasing its fourth electric model – the 007. The ZEEKR 007 will be the company’s first sedan and as a result, the first designed for the mass EV market. Have a look below. More…
Amber Reflectors Are Coming To The U.S.-Spec Tesla Model 3, But The Internet Disapproves
It’s a federal requirement that had to be met one way or another. More…
I Saw The Tesla Cybertruck Up Close. It Still Looks Horrible
Exclusive: Tesla’s chief designer brought a matte black Cybertruck to Malibu’s Cars and Coffee. A close look reveals a lot of issues. More…
40 Percent Of Americans Are Unaware Of The $7,500 Federal Tax Credit: Survey
Electric vehicle market awareness substantially varies across certain groups and communities. More…
Lion Electric takes orders for 50 electric school buses for Alberta
In Alberta Canada, EV manufacturer Lion Electric has received a conditional purchase order for 50 all-electric LionC school buses from Highland Electric Fleets. Read more…
Lucid cuts the price of the Air again – at least temporarily
The US electric car manufacturer is trying to counter declining sales figures for its Air electric saloon with further significant price cuts. According to the company, these are valid for a limited time until 30 November. Read more…
Ionic MT to produce high-purity nano-silicon powder at new plant in Utah
Ionic Mineral Technologies, a US-based producer of nano-silicon battery anode technology, has announced the grand opening of its new production facility, technical center and headquarters in Provo, Utah. Ionic MT says the new facility will enable it to rapidly expand production of its Ionisil high-purity nano-silicon powder. Ionic says that, when incorporated as a 15%… Read more…
Ara Partners acquires magnetic materials producer Vacuumschmelze
Texas-based investment firm Ara Partners has acquired magnetic materials manufacturer Vacuumschmelze (VAC) from asset management firm Apollo. No transaction terms were disclosed. Germany-based VAC is the largest Western manufacturer of sintered NdFeB EV-grade permanent magnets, and has manufacturing facilities in Slovakia, Finland, China and Malaysia. VAC signed a long-term deal with GM in January 2023… Read more…
Albert Heijn expands all-electric deliveries in the Netherlands
The Dutch retail chain Albert Heijn has introduced its electric deliveries in two more cities. Customers and stores in Amsterdam and Utrecht will be supplied locally with fully electric vehicles. Read more…
Munro Vehicles completes first pre-production model
The so-called Series-M Utility has come off the production line just ten months after the Glasgow-based vehicle manufacturer unveiled the prototype. The goal is to ramp up annual production to 2,500 units by 2027. Read more…
Polestar 5 To Offer “Superior Driving Range” Thanks To SK On Battery
The high performance 4-door GT will enter production in 2025. More…
Gogoro plans battery swapping with HPCL in India
In India, the gas and oil giant HPCL and Taiwan’s two-wheeler and battery-swapping pioneer Gogoro aim to develop a broad battery-swapping infrastructure across the country. Read more…
Tesla commissions first V4 Superchargers in Germany
Tesla has now activated the first fourth-generation Superchargers in Germany. However, it is still unclear whether the V4 Superchargers fulfil the requirements of German calibration law or not. Read more…
Europe: Plug-In Car Sales Growth Slowed Down In September 2023
Sales of rechargeable cars increased only slightly faster than the general market. More…
2024 Polestar 2 Adds ‘Give It Back After Five Months’ Lease Deal From $349 A Month (Updated)
With the Polestar 2’s flexible lease deal, you can return the car after just five payments if it’s not for you. More…
Honda Dips Its Toes Into The E-MTB Segment With New Concept Bike
The Honda e-MTB Concept drew attention during the Japan Mobility Show. More…
Jeep Wrangler To Go Electric And ‘Range-Extended’ Only From 2028
The Wagoneer and Grand Cherokee will also go down the battery-powered route. More…
China Again Massively Increased Plug-In Car Sales In September 2023
The country’s share of the global rechargeable car sales exceeded 60 percent. More…
