Six months after sharing initial plans to expand to the US and begin remotely operated journeys in Las Vegas, Vay has successfully driven its teledrive vehicles on public roads in Sin City without a human present inside. Check out the video below. Read more…
The Last Internal Combustion BMW Engine Has Been Made In Munich
Say goodbye to the ICE era in BMW’s hometown. Read more…
The 50 V output model of the PXB series is now available for purchase
Sponsored by Kikusui. A few months ago, Kikusui introduced its lineup from 500 V to 1500 V models. Now, the company offers the 50 V model with full support. This model is a high-current model and is ideal for testing cables, fuses, and other high-current/low-voltage devices. Of course, this new model also features sequence function… Read more…
ChargePoint’s new 500 kW DC fast charging platform will debut as the power behind Mercedes’s new US charging network
EV charging powerhouse ChargePoint has developed a new DC fast charging platform that can deliver charging speeds up to 500 kW. In the first large-scale deployment of the new Express Plus Power Link 2000 system, it will power Mercedes-Benz’s new HPC NA charging network, which the automaker is touting as a premium network commensurate with… Read more…
Xiaomi’s SU7 leaks in detail, deliveries tipped to start in early 2024
We finally have some solid details on Xiaomi’s highly-anticipated first EV, the SU7. We have the key specs of the vehicle along with official images thanks to a regulatory filing with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). Xiaomi’s EV comes with two model numbers – BJ7000MBEVR2, which is the single-motor variant, and BJ7000MBEVA1, which is the dual-motor one. The SU7 is 4,997 mm long, 1,963 mm wide, and 1,455 mm tall with a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. That makes Xiaomi’s EV both longer and wider than its main rivals the Tesla Model 3 and Nio ET5. It will have a top… Read more…
Mobilize missed its own target market
Renault’s mobility brand Mobilize has stopped marketing its electric saloon for ride-hailing and taxi services. While specifically designed for said market, the limousine has flopped, Renault admits. Read more…
Volkswagen launches new ID.3 and ID.4 sales in the UK
Volkswagen has revealed UK prices for updated ID.4 and ID.5 electric cars. Both models based on the Group’s MEB architecture are now available to order from Volkswagen UK retailers. Read more…
ChargePoint launches brand new ultra-fast charger; claims Mercedes-Benz as first client
ChargePoint just announced the first large-scale deployment of its latest and possibly fastest charging system. It claims charging speeds up to 500kW and will debut in the Mercedes-Benz high-power charging network in North America. Read more…
Here’s how Tesla estimates driving range
Tesla has been vague on how its vehicles estimate driving range, but a recent social media post provides a bit of clarity. A recent post from the automaker’s official account on X, the social media site owned by Tesla CEO Elon Musk that was previously known as Twitter, lists a number of factors that Tesla’s navigation system takes into account… Read more…
Genesis GV60 Standard Shows That Single-Motor And Small Wheels Are Crucial For Range
The company was able to cut the price by $8,550 and extend the range by 46 miles, while still using the same 77.4-kWh battery. Read more…
Tesla Doesn’t Want You To Watch This Leaked Cybertruck Interior Video
The screen displays some charging and range info. Read more…
Pricing Is Still The Biggest Barrier For EV Buyers, Study Reveals
That’s despite the fact that prices have dropped significantly. Read more…
Hyundai, Genesis BEV Sales Increased Just Slightly In October 2023
Despite some possible leveling off, EV sales from Hyundai have been largely positive this year amid concerns over uneven demand. Read more…
Genesis GV90 Flagship To Be The First EV Made At New Factory In Korea
The luxury electric SUV will also be the first to ride on Hyundai Motor Group’s new Integrated Modular Architecture. Read more…
The Tesla Cybertruck ‘Will Surely Be Successful,’ Says DeLorean Designer Giugiaro
Prolific Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro is sure the Cybertruck will find its audience. Read more…
Arriva orders nearly 90 new zero-emission buses for its London operations
Bus operator Arriva announces news from London as it gains two new routes and retains contracts for another seven. This is alongside purchases of 87 new electric buses joining the growing fleet in the British capital, where Arriva is also busy building new charging depots. Read more…
Volkswagen ID.4 GTX 0-100 acceleration and breaking test
As we move forward with our Volkswagen ID.4 GTX review we have the results from two more tests to share with you. We’ll start with the 0-100 acceleration time. The ID.4 GTX supplies 220 kW (299 hp) to the road through its AWD system. According to the company claims that is enough to shoot the 2.3 ton car from 0 to 100 km/h in brisk 6.2s. In our testing it actually did significantly better, hitting the mark in 5.57s. Our test car was equipped with the Pirelli Scorpion ELECT tires, which are actually more optimized for low rolling resistance than ultimate grip. … Read more…
Spain extends electric car subsidies to last over summer
Spain has extended the federal e-mobility funding scheme Moves III by seven months. The subsidies will now be available throughout July 2024 instead of running out this year. Read more…
Report: Big Genesis GV90 electric SUV will be made in South Korea
The Genesis GV90, a “super-large” electric SUV destined for the U.S., will be built in South Korea starting in 2026, Korean Car Blog reported this week. Genesis parent Hyundai on Monday held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new EV-specific plant in Ulsan, South Korea. The automaker said the plant will start mass-producing vehicles in 2026, with a… Read more…
These are the first pictures of Xiaomi’s 650+ hp EV, the SU7
The first images of Xiaomi’s SU7 EV have been published by a Chinese government regulatory agency, showing off the car in advance of its official public debut. Alongside the images, various specifications in the regulatory filings are being reported, such as the car’s size, weight, power output, manufacturer, and available models at launch. Read more…
