Ford’s Q3 numbers are out and they bring good news from the EV division. In the third quarter of 2023, Ford enjoyed a 14% spike in EV sales compared to the same period of 2022. In exact figures, Ford dispatched 20,962 electric vehicles in Q3, which is a leap from 18,257 in the preceding year. Totting up the sales of the entire year, the blue oval has ushered out 46,671 EVs, marking a 13.2% increase from 2022. Sure – compared to largest EV makers these numbers don’t look like much, but the growth is certainly strong. The Mustang Mach-E leads the EV cavalry, boasting sales of… More…
Test drive with camouflaged eActros 600 prototype
Shortly before the world premiere of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, Daimler Truck invited select media representatives to test drive the electric 40-tonne truck. electrive editor Cora Werwitzke climbed into the passenger seat for us—a field report. Lire la suite…
Volvo Trucks launches charging map for electric trucks of all brands
Volvo Trucks is launching a new service for hauliers to find and access charging stations. This aligns with the opening of a national network of public fast chargers for heavy-duty EVs in Sweden. Other markets, says Volvo, shall follow. Lire la suite…
Hyundai EVs get Tesla NACS charge port starting late 2024
Hyundai has announced that it will adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) for EVs in the U.S. and Canada. The change applies to all-new and refreshed Hyundai EVs, starting in the fourth quarter of 2024, Hyundai Motor North America explained in a Thursday press release, with Canada set to follow in the first half of 2025. The… More…
Hyundai To Use Tesla’s NACS Connector In The US Starting In 2024
Hyundai brand’s all-new or refreshed EV models in the US and Canada will come exclusively with a NACS charging port. More…
Continental and DeepDrive develop combined drive-brake unit
Continental has entered into a strategic partnership with Munich-based electric motor specialist DeepDrive to develop core technologies for electric vehicles. The first joint project is a combined unit of drive and brake components that is used directly on the wheel. Lire la suite…
Foxconn to build on Bolloré solid-state batteries by Blue Solutions
Taiwan’s mass-scale manufacturer, Foxconn, has signed its next MoU with an e-mobility company. Blue Solutions by French Bolloré has agreed to join forces to develop solid-state batteries for two-wheelers with a specific market in mind. Lire la suite…
Performance Tesla Cybertruck Said To Get Plaid Tri-Motor Setup
This comes from someone who reportedly test-drove the performance version of the Cybertruck on Tuesday night. More…
Tesla Cybertruck Pair Spotted In Mexico With Apparent Starlink Dish, New Decals
The yet-to-be-delivered electric pickups were seen in the state of Baja California. More…
Truck charging joint venture Greenlane appoints Patrick Macdonald-King as new CEO
Greenlane, the joint venture between Daimler Truck North America, NextEra Energy Resources and Blackrock, has hired Patrick Macdonald-King. The new CEO shall drive the new network of charging and H2 refuelling stations for heavy-duty vehicles in the states. Lire la suite…
Rivian continues to increase production and deliveries
US electric car maker Rivian produced 16,304 vehicles and delivered 15,564 in the third quarter, further improving on the corresponding figures for the second quarter. Lire la suite…
EU formally launches anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese EVs
The European Union has officially launched an anti-subsidy investigation into electric vehicles imported from China. The move has sparked a wave of opposition from the Chinese government and industry representatives, who view the probe as a protectionist measure. The European Commission’s decision to initiate the investigation stems from concerns that Chinese EVs, which are allegedly benefiting from state subsidies, are entering the European market at artificially low prices. This, the EU argues, poses a threat to its own EV industry. China’s commerce ministry expressed its “strong… More…
EU Commission launches anti-dumping investigation into China EVs
The European Commission today formally launched its “anti-subsidy investigation” into the imports of battery electric vehicles from China. It could lead to punitive tariffs imposed within a year and already triggered sharp reactions. Lire la suite…
Italy considers modelling new EV subsidies after France
After France recently announced new rules for electric car subsidies from 1 January 2024, Italy is now considering a similar approach. The core of the new approach is to scale the environmental bonus of electric cars according to their CO2 footprint. Lire la suite…
Skoda is giving the Enyaq a powertrain update
Skoda has unveiled the new 2024 vintage of its Enyaq electric model, which will start production in November. The improvements known from other MEB models as well as the new APP550 electric motor will be integrated into the Enyaq. This also has an impact on the model designation. Lire la suite…
Wrightbus could deliver 150 H2 buses to transport construction workers
Northern Ireland’s bus manufacturer Wrightbus has signed a deal with Sizewell C, the company responsible for building Britain’s next nuclear power station. If the pilot succeeds, the contract could see 150 hydrogen buses operate on-site in Suffolk. Lire la suite…
USA: Toyota signs battery supply agreement with LGES
Toyota Motor North America has placed a major order with LG Energy Solution for batteries for electric cars. The manufacturer will likely use the batteries for its first US-made EV, a seven-seat electric SUV. Lire la suite…
US-Built Toyota EVs To Use LG Batteries Made In Michigan
The two companies signed a long-term agreement for 20 GWh per year starting in 2025. More…
Kawasaki’s first electric motorcycle prices revealed, orders open in US & UK
Kawasaki has finally revealed the final specs as well as pricing for its first two electric motorcycles, the Kawasaki Ninja e-1 and Z e-1. More…
Munro unveils production version of its Series-M electric 4×4 truck
Munro Vehicles, known for its recent attention-grabbing Mountain Rescue 4×4, is once again in the spotlight. This time, it’s for a more refined EV utility ride named the Series-M. The Series-M has left behind the boxy front that marked its pre-production model, the MK_1. Led by design maestro Ross Compton, the team reshaped and streamlined its face, featuring a new headlights layout and pronounced fender arches. The new design isn’t just about the looks, though – it enhances forward visibility, and, importantly, cooling. The sides of this EV have undergone notable changes too. They… More…
