As most of the world focuses on the Tesla Cybertruck’s unorthodox looks, automotive geeks are more interested in its voltage architecture. With Cybertruck, Tesla introduced a 48-volt electrical system, and it has now released its 48 V implementation documentation to other major automakers. Ford CEO Jim Farley publicly thanked his counterpart at Tesla for sharing…. Read more…
Thermally conductive potting compounds enable higher power-density electronics (Whitepaper)
Sponsored by Parker Lord. Now more than ever, we are seeing a strong trend toward the electrification of vehicles in the transportation industry, including automobiles, buses, trains, off-road vehicles, watercraft and aircraft. In these electric vehicles, long ranges and high horsepower require high power density from their electrical components such as batteries, motors and generators,… Read more…
Toyota’s pseudo-manual EV gearshift offers up to 14 gears
More details about the fake manual transmission for electric cars developed by Toyota have emerged from a recently published patent application. Toyota’s alibi gearbox could have up to 14 simulated gears. Read more…
Volkswagen Looking To Renault For Help Developing Cheap EV: Report
VW is falling behind its European competitors, so it’s looking for partnerships to help it regain lost ground. Read more…
Everything my wife learned from her first 100 miles e-biking to work
My wife has always been bike-curious. As the partner of a mobility journalist and prolific electric bike reviewer, it would be hard for her to avoid them if she tried. But most of her brief experiences with e-bikes comes from joining me on riding trips or the occasional rented e-bike on vacation. She’s the proverbial barefoot kid to my proverbial cobbler. Read more…
Hyundai’s 2024 Kona electric is an affordable EV option with starting prices under $33,000
The redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona electric will be one of the most affordable EVs in the US, with starting prices under $33,000. With a bigger, bolder design, more range, and faster charging, the new Kona EV is better than ever. Read more…
This major smartphone OEM wants Mercedes and Audi to use its software
Huawei, a major smartphone OEM, telecom supplier, and (formerly) silicon designer, is engaging German carmakers Mercedes and Audi over a potential stake in its vehicle software business. Huawei currently supplies vehicle software to several Chinese domestic OEMs, including Seres Group, Changan Automobile, and Arcfox, as well its own joint ventures, Luxeed (co-owned by Chery) and Avatr (co-owned by CATL). Read more…
Mazda plans to produce ‘7 or 8’ electric cars by 2030
Slow-moving Mazda, which currently sells one electric car, the MX-30 (and in limited quantities), says it will finally wake from its long slumber and crank out a few more EVs, seven or eight in fact, and sell them internationally by 2030. Here’s hoping that the promised electric Miata is part of the lineup.. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck dumps 12V for 48V, so might next-gen Ford EVs
The Tesla Cybertruck does without a 12-volt lead-acid accessory battery, shifting to a 48-volt electrical system. For a mass-produced vehicle, it’s an industry first, and Tesla CEO Elon Musk is taking on the role of 48-volt evangelist. John Hayes, CEO of autonomous-driving software company Ghost Autonomy, recently posted on X (formerly Twitter)… Read more…
The People Want Affordable EVs. Making Them Profitable Is The Hard Part
Also, on today’s inaugural Critical Materials roundup: Mazda’s quest for EVs and a promising battery startup faces some roadblocks. Read more…
First units of Zeekr 001 delivered to Europe
Zeekr, the electric vehicle brand under the Chinese automotive giant Geely Group, has officially begun deliveries in Europe, starting with the Netherlands, where the eagerly awaited Zeekr 001 shooting brake was handed over to its first European customer. The much-anticipated delivery took place at Zeekr’s delivery center in Zeist, Netherlands. “Incredibly proud of the amazing Zeekr Europe team that has… Read more…
Bharat & Tata to build charging network in India
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility have signed an MoU to set up 7,000 electric vehicle charging stations in India by next year. Read more…
Eesti Energia to install charging at Norfa supermarkets in Lithuania
Enefit Volt, the EV charging arm of Estonia’s state-owned energy company Eesti Energia, has been commissioned by the Lithuanian supermarket chain Norfa to install a total of 250 charging stations, each with two connections, at 107 Norfa locations across Lithuania. Read more…
This Volkswagen ID.3 Lost 10% Of Its Battery Capacity After 30,000 Miles
Battery degradation doesn’t seem to be this German EV’s forte. Read more…
Morgan presents electric three-wheeler
British car manufacturer Morgan is once again working on an electric vehicle. After a five-year break in the electric programme, the company has presented the XP-1 concept vehicle – which is only 60 kilos heavier than a three-wheeler with a petrol engine. Read more…
UK consortium researches new way of designing vehicles
A new design process for electric vehicles being developed in the UK should enable more space for batteries without extra weight. To develop these new processes, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has joined forces with battery maker Danecca and Altair, which specialises in computational science and artificial intelligence (AI). Read more…
5 Myths About Electric Vehicles & Charging Debunked
Whether you’re a new EV owner, or considering purchasing one in the future, there’s a chance you’ve come across myths about living with an EV. Read more…
2024 Corratec E-Bikes To Come Standard With C-Finder Tracking Tech
The new C-Finder makes use of Apple’s Find My Network to enable owners to quickly locate their bikes at any given moment. Read more…
Autocar Industries purchases FC systems from GM
General Motors has received another order for its Hydrotec fuel cell technology. The US commercial vehicle manufacturer Autocar Industries wants to develop a whole series of vehicles with Hydrotec fuel cell systems from GM. Read more…
House votes to block emissions rules with misconception of EV mandate
The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill aiming to block the EPA from finalizing stricter emissions rules for model years 2027-2032. The bill, H.R. 4468, or the “Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023,” seeks to prohibit the EPA from “finalizing, implementing, or enforcing a proposed rule with respect to emissions from… Read more…
