UK buyers can make significant savings when opting for vans by Stellantis brands. This week, the Group’s LCV business launched an exclusive incentive on top of the existing government grant for electric vans. Lire la suite…
Driivz to manage high-power charging in the Nordics for St1
Israeli software company Driivz has found its next European client after scoring a significant deal with Shell. St1 Nordic Oy will use Driivz software to manage new high-power charging hubs across the Nordics. Lire la suite…
GM Ultium EVs ramping slowly, as targets look out of sight
General Motors’ third-quarter financial results show a slow production ramp of Ultium EVs but indicate the automaker is unlikely to meet its near-future electric vehicle delivery targets. GM reported that it delivered just 4,222 Ultium EVs in Q3, compared to 15,835 Bolt EV and Bolt EUV models. The Bolt EV and EUV, which are based on a different… More…
StoreDot & Flex-N-Gate announce cooperation
Israeli battery developer StoreDot has partnered with US-American car component manufacturer Flex-N-Gate. Under the agreement, Flex-N-Gate will produce samples of StoreDot’s battery cells for automakers at its pilot battery factory in Windsor, Canada, starting next year. Lire la suite…
Meet JUXTA Nomad – a portable, autonomous mini mart you may see at EV charging stations soon
Less than a year after launching as a company, tech startup JUXTA looks to revolutionize convenient retail with the official launch of its offering – a portable mini mart called the Nomad designed as an autonomous, turnkey solution for EV charging stations in the US and Europe. Following the Nomad’s recent launch, JUXTA has announced multiple partners, and you may see one of these unstaffed stores near you soon. More…
Rivian Has “Very Clear” Path To Profitability, CEO Says
Rivian is currently losing about $33,000 per vehicle sold, but RJ Scaringe said the situation is “improving quarter to quarter.” More…
Porsche Discontinuing Greyp E-Bike Brand Due To Profitability Concerns
The Croatian brand’s technology will be integrated into Porsche eBike Performance. More…
Tesla Cybertruck Spotted Towing SpaceX Rocket Engine In New Video
It’s a Raptor Vacuum engine that reportedly weighs about 3,500 pounds. More…
2024 Skoda Enyaq RS gets power and range upgrades
Skoda’s electric SUV has received an update, not even a full two years since its release. After the regular models got detailed last week, it’s now turn to see what the 2024 Skoda Enyaq RS has to offer. More power, more range and faster DC charging makes one wonder if the early adopters of the Enyaq Coupe RS are feeling just a tad bit envious right about now. In the ever-evolving landscape of electric vehicles, it’s refreshing (and perhaps, mildly infuriating for early birds) to see automakers push upgrades at increased frequency. The dual motors on the 2024 Enyaq RS produce a combined… More…
Electreon enters China with its wireless charging technology
The Israeli specialist for inductive charging is tackling the Chinese market as it signs a strategis agreement with science and technology association SITEC. The goal is to step into China’s second-largest province, Shandong, before establishing a stronger foothold. Lire la suite…
Swiss e-bike maker Flyer cuts jobs amidst difficult market conditions
Flyer AG, easily a Swiss pedelec pioneer, says “difficult market conditions” force it to restructure. The company is letting go of nearly a third of its staff in Switzerland, but Flyer wants to continue building on “Swissness”. Lire la suite…
Nissan Hyper Urban concept EV taps V2G tech, flaunts bold design
Nissan is unveiling four EV concepts in the weeks leading up to the 2023 Tokyo auto show. Each will have the prefix “hyper,” with one debuting each week until the Tokyo show’s press day, scheduled for Oct. 25. First up is the Hyper Urban crossover which, according to Nissan’s press materials, targets “urban- and suburban-based professionals.”… More…
Ekoenergetyka implements Plug&Charge
Poland’s primary charging infrastructure provider Ekoenergetyka is implementing its own Plug&Charge technology. The first seven charging hubs in the Ekoen network will feature easy charging before the year’s end. Lire la suite…
Livista secures site in Germany for lithium refinery
Livista Energy wants to build a lithium refinery in Emden, Germany, and has now been awarded the use of a 32-hectare site at Wybelsumer Polder. The site is close to the harbour. Lire la suite…
US: Kia EV6 Sales Increased By 45% In September 2023
The result after nine months of the year is still in the red, though. More…
Audi cancels plans to produce flagship model in Hanover
In addition to the relocation of production of the planned VW electric flagship Trinity from Wolfsburg to Zwickau, several other decisions have been made within the Volkswagen Group. Audi, for example, is pulling its planned top electric model from Hanover. Lire la suite…
Italy: Stellantis Melfi plant to produce five electric models
Stellantis is increasing electric car production in Southern Italy. The Melfi plant just won the contract to manufacture another EV model and will build a total of five electric cars starting next year. Meanwhile, Maserati and Fiat are facing less productive times. Lire la suite…
Kia Teases Two New EVs Ahead Of Inaugural EV Day Event On Oct 12
At Kia EV Day, the brand will preview its expanded EV lineup, which will include three new small- to medium-sized electric models. More…
9,000 electric vehicles registered in Norway over September
In Norway, 9,000 new electric cars were registered in September, 250 fewer than in August. Purely electric cars accounted for 87 per cent of new registrations. In the model rankings, the Tesla Model Y was ahead by a clear margin. Lire la suite…
Drivers of Honda electric cars to get access to all major US charging networks
Honda’s North American business division has agreed on far-reaching charging deals for drivers of its electric cars. This is in addition to its latest deal with Tesla. Lire la suite…
