A no-cost option replaces the five-seat layout with a four-seat arrangement that includes heated and cooled cupholders. More…
Factorial Energy Opens Largest Solid-State Battery Factory In America – CleanTechnica
Factorial Energy says its new factory in Massachusetts brings it one step closer to production of solid-state batteries. Read more…
ZEEKR rolls first of its quad-motor 001 FR’s off assembly line ahead of official launch this week
EV brand ZEEKR shared its latest progress update in regard to its latest model – the 001 FR shooting brake. Production is now underway in China as ZEEKR prepares for the 001 FR’s official launch on Friday. Here’s the latest. More…
Tesla is working on controversial ‘congestion fee’ at Supercharger stations
Tesla is planning a new “congestion fee” at Supercharger stations, and it’s building on top of an already controversial practice. More…
Infiniti unveils sleek Vision Qe electric sedan previewing the brand’s first EV
The luxury automaker unveiled the Infiniti Qe electric sedan concept Tuesday, previewing the brand’s first EV that will hit US streets. We also caught a glimpse of Infiniti’s first electric SUV. More…
What happened next after Colorado launched its fantastic EV state tax credits
Colorado passed a new law that ramped up generous EV state tax credits for both purchases and leases from July 1, and here’s what resulted. More…
As first 001 FR supercars roll off production line Zeekr signs Kimi Raikonnen to promote them
Zeekr – the luxury electric vehicle arm of the Geely Holding Group – is about to unveil its latest addition, the Zeekr 001 FR (Future Road). And three days before its grand reveal, this electric supercar has already begun its journey off the assembly lines. Zeekr’s new ride promises a gut-wrenching 1,265 horsepower, making Tesla Model S Plaid’s 1,020 horsepower look like a leisurely stroll in the park. The Zeekr 001 FR claims to shoot from a standstill to 100 km/h in a mere 2.07 seconds. The official launch of this electric supercar is penciled in for October 27 at 19:30 Beijing time…. More…
“Even Better” Next-Gen Chevy Bolt To Get Cheaper LFP Battery
Driving, charging and ownership experience will all be improved, GM CEO Mary Barra said, adding that it will be based on the Bolt EUV. More…
Infiniti Vision Qe concept debuts a new face for the EV era
At a New Dawn event held in Tokyo on Tuesday, on the eve of Japan Mobility Show press days, Infiniti pulled the wraps off its Vision Qe EV concept. As a fastback sedan, the Qe wears a new Artistry in Motion design direction, as well as a double-arched grille. The Qe previews Infiniti’s first production EV, a “sleek sedan” to be… More…
Hungary introduces new e-mobility subsidy package
The Hungarian government plans to launch a 60 billion forint (156 million euro) programme in November to promote electromobility. This involves fast-charging infrastructure on the one hand and a subsidy for commercial customers on the other. Read more…
Australia: Queensland to add 2,500 EV chargers
The Australian state of Queensland announced that it would install chargers for electric vehicles every 150 kilometres across the state over the next three years. Read more…
Electric Pickup Trucks May Not Be Ready For Prime Time – CleanTechnica
Is interest in electric pickup trucks waning in the US, or is the UAW strike just making manufacturers extra cautious? Read more…
Infiniti’s first EV, Chevy Corvette ZR1: Today’s Car News
Infiniti has revealed a concept that previews the brand’s first electric vehicle. The concept is a sleek hatch not unlike the Tesla Model S, and whose production version, rumored to start sales in 2026, will fill the void of the Q70. Prototypes for what’s thought to be the next Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 took to the Nürburgring this week, and we… More…
US Department of Justice expands investigation into Tesla
The US Department of Justice is expanding the investigation it launched against Tesla in autumn 2022. The investigation originally focused on possible misrepresentations regarding Autopilot – now there are four allegations. Read more…
CO2 standards for commercial vehicles: EU Environment Committee calls for “more ambition” than Commission
Following the EU Commission and EU member states, the European Parliament’s Environment Committee published its position on the new CO2 standards for heavy-duty vehicles – and the demands differ from the known proposals. Read more…
Xpeng unveils XNGP roadmap, new flying cars, bipedal robot at annual Tech Day event
By the end of 2024, XNGP will be available across the road network in major cities in China, and NGP functionality will be available in Europe by then, Xpeng said. Read more…
GM Ditches Goal Of Building 400,000 EVs In North America Through Mid-2024
The automaker still aims to make 1 million EVs by end of 2025 but said it plans to match production to demand to avoid deep discounts. More…
Hyundai Motor BEV Sales Surprisingly Slowed Down In September 2023
The company reports around 18,000 Hyundai and Genesis all-electric car sales. More…
Tesla Cybertruck Range Might Be Around 350 Miles
That’s coming from an engineer who was waiting for a tow truck to rescue a broken-down Cybertruck. More…
Infiniti’s First EV Will Be A Gorgeous Performance Sedan
The Vision Qe concept previews the first of four new models. More…
