Those who purchase a 2024 Kia EV9 in the US for the first time will get 1,000 kWh of free charging in Electrify America’s network, the two companies have announced today. You can use your 1,000 kWh free allowance at any of the over 3,000 Electrify America charging stations across the country, through the Electrify America app, which can be… Read more…
House Republicans have once again voted to poison you and cost you trillions
House Republicans have once again attempted to pass a law that will increase emissions and cost Americans trillions of dollars in additional fuel and health costs. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: December 7, 2023
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
Littelfuse introduces automotive-grade 3 kA high-surge AC current protector for EVs
Littelfuse, a US electronics company, has launched a new AC surge current protector series for EVs and hybrids operating in harsh environments. The Pxxx0S3N-A Automotive Grade SIDACtor Protection Thyristor Series in DO-214AB (SMC) package offers high power density and can withstand surge currents up to 3 kA (8/20 µs) and voltages up to 6 kV… Read more…
Nissan Ariya electric SUV price cuts lead to $199 per month leases
After cutting prices, the Nissan Ariya is being offered with leases as low as $199 per month (find local dealers here). At these rates, Nissan’s electric SUV could currently be one of the best-value EVs to lease. Read more…
Weather intelligence and cutting-edge tech is boosting grid capacity by 30%
Power grid optimizer Heimdall Power paired up with weather intelligence tech company Meteomatics – and a 30% increase in power grids’ transmission capacity resulted. Read more…
BYD launches Tesla Model 3 rival Seal electric sedan in North America
China’s largest automaker, BYD, is raising the stakes into the end of the year as it closes in on Tesla in global EV sales. BYD introduced the Seal electric sedan in North America as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model 3.. Read more…
Buying a new Kia EV9? You’re going to get free charging
Electrify America is going to give 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of free charging to first-time owners of the new 2024 Kia EV9 three-row SUV EV. Read more…
Tesia Is ‘Highly Confident’ Cybertruck Is Safer Per Mile Than Other Trucks
That goes for vehicle occupants and pedestrians. Read more…
The Next Chevrolet Bolt Will Be EUV-Only, GM Confirms
The larger version of the popular Bolt is the only one making a comeback in 2025, the automaker told InsideEVs. Read more…
Rattan’s New Quercus E-Bike Gets Two Batteries And Can Haul 450 Pounds
It’s the newest player in the growing urban cargo e-bike segment. Read more…
Volkswagen finalizes €652 million investment in XPeng Motors
XPeng Motors announced the completion of Volkswagen’s substantial €652 million investment in the company. That translates into a 4.99% stake in XPeng Motors. In addition to the substantial investment, Volkswagen also secured an observer seat on XPeng Motors’ board of directors. While this might give them a front-row view of XPeng’s operations, it remains unclear how much influence they can… Read more…
U.S. Steel converts diesel locomotives to battery power
U.S. Steel has converted two of its diesel switcher locomotives at its Mon Valley Works plants to lithium-ion battery operation. The locomotives were built by Louisiana-headquartered Innovative Rail Technologies (IRT). The conversion was funded in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. U.S .Steel contributed $2.3 million of the total cost. The locomotives carry… Read more…
Toyota undertakes vehicle-to-grid research project with San Diego utility
Toyota is collaborating with utility San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) on vehicle-to-grid (V2G) research, using a Toyota bZ4X EV. The project will explore bidirectional charging technology that enables battery EV owners to discharge electricity from their batteries back to the grid. As Toyota points out, understanding the needs of BEV owners, their charging habits,… Read more…
VW Finally Offers Bidirectional Charging In Europe. What About The U.S.?
Volkswagen is also “investigating this for the U.S,” a company spokesperson told InsideEVs. Read more…
Ride1Up Portola review: Is this the new go-to low-cost electric bike?
When Ride1Up unveiled the Portola folding electric bike, it was obviously a major play to snatch the title for the leading low-cost electric bike. Now that we’ve had sufficient time in the saddle, it’s high time to see how this budget electric bike stacks up. Read more…
Details emerge on Volkswagen ID.4’s big 10kW V2G capability
We have the latest scoop on VW’s new tech. After introducing V2G capabilities for its EVs, including the ID.4, Volkswagen has given Electrek new details. Read more…
Stellantis partners with Ample to integrate battery swap capabilities into its EVs
Stellantis is getting into the battery swap game, announcing a partnership with US-based swap specialist Ample. Using Ample’s existing technology, Stellantis intends to deliver EVs with battery packs that can be swapped in five minutes, beginning with its 500e. Read more…
‘Great For The Industry’: Ford, Others Get Tesla Cybertruck 48V System Specs
This might spark another technological shift in the industry. Read more…
Lincoln Electric launches Velion DC Fast Charger
Welding technology multinational Lincoln Electric has introduced its Velion DC Fast Charger for EVs. The Level 3 charger has been designed with industrial-grade components, provides output power of up to 150 kW, and has a charging efficiency of 95%, according to the company. The charger is manufactured with more than 75% domestic component content, according… Read more…
