Tesla claimed in 2019 that the Cybertruck’s maximum ground clearance would be 16 inches. More…
Tesla Cybertruck’s Maximum Ride Height Revealed In Latest Spy Images
BMW teases first look at its Neue Klasse electric SUV in video intro
After unveiling its Vision Neue Klass this week, BMW teased a first look at its upcoming electric SUV during a video presentation. More…
2024 VW ID.4 EV gets more power, likely boost to range
Volkswagen has revealed that the 2024 ID.4 will get a boost to acceleration—and likely range—in some versions, versus 2023. The key upgrade to the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 lineup is a new, higher-power rear drive unit, applied to both rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive versions with the larger 82-kwh battery pack. A 62-kwh battery pack is… More…
2024 VW ID.4 pairing greater range, HP with infotainment system upgrade
Volkswagen of America revealed today that the 2024 VW ID.4 electric compact SUV is getting a major upgrade for its 82 kWh battery models – here’s the lowdown. More…
CATL is bringing 700km range ShenXing LFP battery production to Europe, but what EVs will use them?
Mere weeks after first revealing details of its new fast-charging ShenXing LFP battery technology CATL has shared some insight to where and when production will begin. Soon, CATL intends to move ShenXing battery production to two separate territories in Europe, but is being less candid about what local automakers might soon be adapting the long range batteries into their EVs. More…
SK On patents novel oxide-based solid electrolyte
The South Korean battery cell manufacturer SK On, together with Dankook University, has developed a new oxide-based solid electrolyte with lithium-ion conductivity. According to the company, the battery cell has been improved by 70 per cent and a patent application has been filed at home and abroad. Conductivity is the speed at which lithium ions […] More…
US: Volvo Plug-In Car Sales Almost Doubled In August 2023
Every fourth new Volvo was rechargeable. More…
China Brand Avatr Unveils Electric Sedan Avatr 12
The Chinese electric car brand Avatr from Changan and CATL presented its second model at the IAA Mobility in Munich. The Avatr 12 is an approximately five-metre-long coupé-like sedan that follows the design language of Avatr’s first car. Avatr’s first impact was just over a year ago with the Avatr 11 coupé-like SUV, which is […] More…
US DoE invests in aviation, railroad, and maritime electrification
The US Department of Energy has announced up to $30 million in funding to develop high-energy storage solutions to help accelerate the electrification of the aviation, railroad, and maritime transportation sectors. The aim of the Pioneering Railroad, Oceanic and Plane ELectrification (PROPEL-1K) programme is to support the research and development of alternative approaches to energy […] More…
Lucid targets $50K EV ‘right in the heart of Tesla Model 3, Model Y territory’
EV maker Lucid Motors plans to take on Tesla’s top-selling Model Y and Model 3 models with an electric vehicle priced around $50,000. More…
duPont REGISTRY Announces Luxury Automotive Investment Platform, duPont REGISTRY Invest
Joint Venture being developed with Rally Will Offer Fractional High-end Car Ownership to Aspirational Automotive Enthusiasts. More…
IAA: Akkodis shows battery swap concept
Swiss digital engineering firm Akkodis has presented a sustainable mobility ecosystem at the IAA in Munich. At its heart is an exchangeable battery that can be swapped between electric cars, e-scooters or cargo electric bikes – and even cell chemistries. To illustrate the concept, Akkodis brought a self-developed Urban Lifestyle Vehicle (ULV) to Munich. This […] More…
Hate cars but kind of need one? Why a low-speed vehicle like this may be for you
Cars and city living – it’s a complicated relationship. While cars offer the promise of supposed freedom and convenience, they also come with parking nightmares, fuel costs, and the dreaded rush-hour gridlock. But what if there was a middle-ground solution? Enter the low-speed vehicle (LSV).. More…
Tesla Giga Train launches but is a little off track
Tesla employees may now take the train to get to Giga Berlin. The EV maker launched a dedicated shuttle between the German factory and Erkner railway station. It is not exclusive to Tesla staff but comes with a general catch. The Tesla train is not electric but runs on diesel so those having hoped for […] More…
BYD Plug-In Car Sales Reached Another Record In August 2023
The company sold about 274,000 electric cars, but the growth rate is slowing down. More…
Kempower is coming to Canada
Kempower has deployed its EV charging technology for the first time in Canada by the Electric Circuit, the largest EV charging network in Québec. The first installations with dynamic power sharing are already under construction. The Kempower Satellite system has been distributed in the city of Rivière-du-Loup by Bornes Québec. The satellite signifies Kempower’s dynamic […] More…
Super73’s K1D Is An Electric Balance Bike Designed For Young Riders
The K1D can be adapted and configured as youngsters improve their two-wheeled skills. More…
Hyundai Mobis sets sights on growth in Europe
Hyundai Mobis, the South Korean automotive supplier belonging to the Hyundai Motor Group, presented its European expansion strategy ‘Mobis Mobility Move 2.0’ at the IAA Mobility. This year, the company wants to grow by 50 per cent in the European market and then by more than 30 per cent each year. Hyundai Mobis says it […] More…
DHL Express Ireland receives 44 Ford Transit EVs
DHL Express Ireland is replacing 44 diesel-powered pick-up and delivery vehicles with 44 electric vehicles from Ford. Before the launch, DHL had already established EV charging infrastructure across all of its main service centres in Ireland. DHL Express aims to transition its entire leasing fleet in Ireland to electric vehicles and is investing 4.3 million […] More…
Volkswagen’s Elli now claims access to over half a million charge points
Volkswagen’s energy business, Elli, has brought its entire product range to the IAA Mobility in Munich and gives a glimpse into future services. Most notably, the charging network is scaling up. But first, to the booth where Elli’s Flexpole fast charging station is taking centre stage. The column connects to an integrated battery, acting as […] More…
