British petrol station operator EG Group plans to buy Tesla fast charging stations for its evpoint European EV charging network. This is the second known sale of Tesla chargers to another charge point operator, following a recent order from bp pulse. EG’s Tesla chargers will be accessible to all EV drivers regardless of brand, and… Read more…
All-new Renault Master brings an EV version with 87 kWh battery
Renault just unveiled the all-new Master, which it calls next-generation multi-energy Aerovan. The company claims its design is a masterpiece of aerodynamics, ensuring top-tier efficiency, regardless of the energy source. Speaking of energy, this van offers two pure EV versions in addition to the traditional dCi engines. There’s a hydrogen version too.
The EVs aren’t an afterthought either – they provide an impressive 410 km WLTP range thanks to a generous 87 kWh battery.
You get to pick between a 96 kW motor with 40 kWh battery with 180 km range and a more powerful 105 kW motor… Read more…
How my love of weird electric vehicles landed me on 100 million Chinese TVs
A fascination with electric vehicles isn’t anything new. These days, everyone and their brother seems to have an EV. But I’m not one of the “normal” electric vehicle enthusiasts. I’m drawn to the more oddball designs. And that zeal has seen me end up in some weird places. Most recently, it had me end up on a hundred million TV screens across China. Read more…
Hyundai opens new robot-run smart facility to build custom EVs
Hyundai officially opened its new Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) this week to expand the brand in the EV era. The “smart urban mobility hub” is run by robots (even robot dogs) and AI, providing new ways to buy custom Hyundai EVs. Read more…
VinFast (VFS) launches VF 7 SUV priced around $35,000 – When will we see it in the US?
Vietnamese automaker VinFast has officially launched its VF 7 EV in its native country, rounding out a lineup of of six initial SUVs covering the A to E vehicle segments. While the initial launch begins in Vietnam, the VF 7 should eventually make its way to the US and it’s starting at a rather enticing price point. Read more…
ChargePoint appoints new CEO
The charging infrastructure operator ChargePoint is restructuring its management team: Rick Wilmer has been appointed as the new CEO with effect from November 16, 2023. Wilmer replaces Pasquale Romano, who had been ChargePoint CEO since 2011. Read more…
Britishvolt owner Recharge faces legal action by staff
The owner of the battery start-up Britishvolt could be forced into bankruptcy proceedings. The Financial Times reports that a former employee of new owner Recharge Industries has taken legal action against the company to claim outstanding salaries. Read more…
Could Ferrari be readying in-wheel motors for performance EVs?
A recently-surfaced Ferrari patent application hints at in-wheel motors for future performance road cars. In a filing published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Nov. 2, 2023, filed the previous April, the Italian performance automaker appears to be working to integrate motors together with friction brakes, as part of a… Read more…
Ford Cuts Dealer EV Requirements Again
The automaker is reducing the number of chargers that dealers are required to install and is cutting training costs by half. Read more…
Ford CEO Takes A Jab At Tesla Cybertruck’s Off-Road Abilities With F-150 Lightning Video
Both electric pickups took on the same off-road obstacle. But which one performed better? Read more…
Nio says next-gen battery packs for mass market will be what it will share
Nio’s shared battery packs will be the next generation of mass-market battery packs that support ultra-fast charging, and the battery swap experience for Nio customers will only get better, William Li said. Read more…
Renault introduces newest generation of the Master transporter van
Renault has presented the new edition of the Master, which will be more streamlined and will be able to travel up to 410 kilometers in the electric version. The French company has set spring 2024 as the date for the market launch. Read more…
LG Electronics will offer AC and DC chargers in the USA
LG Electronics is preparing to sell EV chargers in the USA next year by introducing its first AC and DC charging stations line. Read more…
Changan signs on as Nio’s battery swapping partner
The Chinese electric car manufacturer Nio is bringing a partner on board for its battery replacement business. Among other things, this involves the development of suitable electric cars – but also future standards for battery swapping. Read more…
Pod Point starts working on BESS; keeps partnership with Mercedes
British charging station provider Pod Point is moving further into the home charging market with two key cooperations. Mercedes-Benz will retain its exclusive relationship while Gotion High Tech is on board to develop a new business segment. Read more…
Ireland to drop EV toll subsidy programme at the end of 2023
Ireland is abolishing the discount on tolls for electric cars at the end of the year. The LEVTI programme, which was introduced five years ago and halves tolls for electric cars, will end on 31 December 2023. Read more…
Haro Unveils The New Skwad LT, A Compact And Versatile Urban E-Bike
Smartphone pairing offers smart connectivity features such as route planning and battery monitoring. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Confirmed For 11,000-Pound Towing Capacity
Shatter-resistant glass, 2,500 pounds of payload capacity, and a composite bed are also confirmed. Read more…
Hyundai Motor Group Surprisingly Beat GM, Ford At EV Sales In Q3 2023
The South Korean group is the top OEM in terms of all-electric car sales after Tesla. Read more…
Second auto maker embraces Nio’s battery swaps
Nio, a prominent player in the electric vehicle industry, has rekindled its ties with Changan Automobile to join its approach to EV charging. The two automotive giants have joined forces to share Nio’s existing battery swap network and further jointly develop it.
Nio decided to open its doors to the industry by collaborating with Changan Automobile on battery swap network sharing. The decision comes after Nio’s earlier joint venture with Changan dissolved a few years ago. This newfound partnership aims to set industry standards for swappable batteries, expand a shared battery swap network,… Read more…
