The US DOE will invest over $131 million for projects to advance research and development in EV batteries and charging systems, and funding for a consortium to address supply chain issues for the entire industry. Read more…
Hyundai seizes on lithium supply chain
Hyundai is going straight to the source as it enters a framework agreement with Ganfeng Lithium. The Chinese company will supply lithium hydroxide to Hyundai over the next four years. Read more…
EV Connect open Plug & Charge for General Motors
Drivers using GM apps to charge their electric vehicles can now select Plug & Charge. EV Connect enables the feature for about 200 DC charging stations in the US, with more to be added. Read more…
Tesla Model Y was Europe’s best-selling car in 2023, the first EV to take top spot
The Tesla Model Y officially took the crown as Europe’s best-selling car overall for 2023, making it the first electric vehicle ever to do so. While the Model Y had taken the spot for a few months last year, year-end results were a close call with a very different vehicle: the ubiquitous ICE hatchback Dacia Sandero, tightly priced at $13,051 (€12,000). Read more…
Ford is cutting F-150 Lightning production again as demand fades
Ford is cutting production of the F-150 Lightning amid falling demand for the all-electric truck. The move comes just months after Ford’s Michigan EV plant already lost a shift. Read more…
Tesla expands self-serve test drives to destination chargers
Tesla is expanding its self-serve test drives without staff to destination charging locations around the US. Read more…
BYD wants to bring a Land Rover-style SUV that can ‘float on water’ to Europe
Chinese EV behemoth BYD may bring two off-road electric SUVs sold in China to Europe that could rival the Land Rover Defender, the Mercedes G-Class, and Ford Bronco. BYD claims one can float on water for a full 30 minutes. Read more…
Here’s Why Norway Hasn’t Had Trouble With Winter EV Charging
There are lessons to be learned from the country which has the biggest EV adoption rate in the world. Read more…
BYD’s Thai distributor to triple store count in 2 years
Rever currently has about 100 dealership outlets, making BYD the dominant automaker in Thailand’s EV market with a 40 percent share. Read more…
German Ruhrbahn orders 19 fuel cell buses from Solaris
The Essen-based public transport operator Ruhrbahn has ordered 19 hydrogen buses from Solaris. The total order includes nine Urbino 12 Hydrogen and ten Urbino 18 Hydrogen. Read more…
US grants about $150 mn to repair charging stations
The US government has moved ahead to maintain nationwide charging infrastructure. It has awarded nearly $150 million to 24 recipients in 20 states. The grants will help repair or replace about 4,500 EV charging ports. Read more…
Hamburg mayor gives up electric company car due to insufficient range
Hamburg’s mayor Peter Tschentscher is swapping his fully electric company car for a plug-in hybrid. According to a media report, this is because the range in cold weather is so low that it is not enough for a trip to Berlin and back. Read more…
2025 Jeep Wagoneer S: First fully electric Jeep arrives fall 2024
The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S will arrive this fall in the U.S., with other markets to follow, Jeep parent Stellantis announced Thursday. The timing essentially matches what Jeep discussed when the Wagoneer S was first shown in concept form in September 2022 as one of three production-bound EVs, alongside the European-market Avenger and the more… Read more…
2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT will get performance upgrade, bronze look
The 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT gets an available Bronze Appearance Package, as well as some performance upgrades, for the new model year. The appearance package includes a bronze grille, badging, and 20-inch wheels. It’s available with Shadow Black, Star White Metallic, and new-for-2024 Eruption Green paint colors. Ford said a Mach-E GT with this… Read more…
Ruff Cycles’ New Lil’Buddy Edge Is A Charming Moto-Inspired E-Bike
The German e-bike brand wants to appeal to a wider audience with its most affordable model yet. Read more…
Leapmotor secures $84.3 million strategic investment from local govt funds
This is the latest investment Leapmotor has received after announcing a 1.5 billion euro investment from Stellantis on October 26, with the subscription price a 70 percent premium to its closing price in Hong Kong today. Read more…
Cold Weather Charging Woes, Rideshare Drivers Hog Stations, Cybertruck Called A Dud
Plus we want to know what you want to know about the Kia EV9. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Who Drove 10,000 Miles Say Range Is 164 To 206 Miles
Also, the charging speeds are below par, but on the flip side, the sound system is awesome and the car is “a dream to drive.” Read more…
Eve Energy to build energy storage plant in Malaysia
Eve Energy plans to set up an energy storage company in Malaysia and acquire new land parcels to begin construction of an energy storage plant. Read more…
GM, finally, ramps up Cadillac Lyriq to meet demand for luxury SUVs
General Motors says it is responding to a strong demand for luxury EVs by ramping up production of its Cadillac all-electric Lyriq SUV this year. The company says it has resolved its battery module production problems that have plagued sales for the last two years. Read more…
