South Korean battery cell manufacturer LG Energy Solution (LGES) is significantly increasing its order from Chilean lithium producer SQM (Sociedad Química and Minera de Chile). In fact, it nearly doubled the amount of battery-grade lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide agreed upon in a previous contract. In 2021, the two companies signed a contract for 55,000 […] More…
Dacia will launch all-electric Spring in the UK
Dacia has confirmed that it will offer the fully electric Dacia Spring in the UK starting next year. And the carmaker is certain that the EV will be a success. The UK will see an “all-new version, enhanced by several significant improvements in design and equipment.” However, Dacia doe not give any further details bout […] More…
Tesla Will Reportedly Use Its Optimus Robot To Boost Sales
The humanoid bot will be on display to attract customers. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: July 6, 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. More…
The Cadillac Lyriq Demonstrates Amazing Highway Driving Range
The first all-electric Caddy crushes it in our 70 mph highway range test. More…
Elon Musk believes Tesla will have ‘level 4 or 5’ self-driving this year – what does that mean?
Elon Musk has again decided to share a timeline about Tesla’s self-driving effort – again claiming it will achieve “full self-driving” by the end of the year. More…
Blink Charging and AAA are pairing up to support EV drivers
Blink Charging and AAA are partnering up, which means EV solutions and charging services are going to expand for AAA members. More…
Nissan plans to build two electric sedans, crossovers to follow at US assembly plant
Nissan is retooling its Canton, Mississippi, assembly plant to become “North America’s electrification hub” over the next several years. The automaker plans to begin building EVs in the US, starting with a pair of electric sedans in 2026. More…
Carmakers don’t need ‘EV divisions,’ the whole company should go electric now
Over the years, we’ve seen several car companies tout their decision to create an “EV division” within the company, a group tasked specifically with looking into EV technology and how to implement that within the product line. More…
Chevy’s performance Blazer EV SS postponed until next year, Blazer EV on track
If you were waiting to get your hands on the Chevy’s first high-performance “SS” EV trim, the 2024 Blazer EV SS, you will have to wait a little longer. More…
Polestar Increased Electric Car Sales In Q2 2023 By 36%
The company now aims for 60,000-70,000 units in 2023, compared to 80,000 previously. More…
Watch: How To Build A Tesla Roadster-Like DIY Homemade Supercar
A passionate car builder chronicles his journey putting together an electric supercar in his garage. More…
E-scooter at highway speeds? ZonDoo’s 8kW RoadHitter lives up to its name
ZonDoo recently came out with the , the fastest electric scooter in their lineup and likely one of the fastest electric scooters out there. At a glance, the RoadHitter’s eye-catching 68mph top speed and bright light show make it seem like a ludicrous scooter, fit only for those looking for maximum adrenaline and minimum safety. However, while it can definitely get the heart pumping, it also has a few more features that are worth taking a look at. More…
Volkswagen Group China CEO Says EV Market Is “Overheating”
Ralf Brandstaetter was especially critical of the discounting of EVs in China, a practice started by Tesla. More…
Dutch E-Bike Specialist LEMMO Aims For Maximum Versatility With New ONE E+
It features the brand’s innovative Dual Mode Clutch Hub, allowing you to switch between electric and manual modes. More…
US: Volkswagen ID.4 Sales Quadrupled In Q2 2023
Although the result was not as high as in the previous two quarters. More…
Automakers In China Pledge To Restore Stability After Tesla’s Price War
The chaotic price war might end in China after Tesla triggered a wave of price cuts early this year. More…
Helix develops 650 kW continuous output low-inductance motor for hypercar project
The X-Division of UK-based Helix has announced the SPX177, which it has supplied for a hypercar motor project known as REB. Capable of delivering 650 kW of continuous power, the company says… More…
Chevrolet Blazer EV SS Performance SUV Delayed To Spring 2024
When it unveiled the Blazer EV in July 2022, GM said the SS performance model would launch in the second half of 2023. More…
VW kicks off its first US autonomous driving pilot with ID. Buzz EVs
Volkswagen is rolling out an autonomous driving vehicle test fleet with ID. Buzz EVs in Austin. More…
