In August, 9,250 new electric cars were registered in Norway, a significant increase compared to July. The BEV share of all new registrations has also increased, but not as much. In terms of models, the Tesla Model Y has reclaimed the top spot. With the 9,250 new electric cars, the Norwegian Road Information Authority (OFV) […] More…
Zeekr announces prices for third European market
Geely’s electric car subsidiary Zeekr has priced its electric duo in Germany. The Zeekr 001 can now be pre-ordered in Germany at prices starting at 59,900 euros, the Zeekr X from 44,990 euros. Independently of this, the company presents a new performance version, the 001 FR. The prices quoted apply to the long-range versions of […] More…
Lucid Air Midnight Dream Edition Teased Ahead Of IAA Show Debut
Available only in Europe, this is actually an Air Dream Edition that sports the sinister Stealth theme. More…
LG Magna announces its first powertrain plant in Europe
LG Magna e-Powertrain, the Joint Venture between LG Electronics and the Austrian supplier, announced at the IAA Mobility that it is expanding with a new factory in Hungary. The new plant will be LG Magna e-Powertrain’s first in Europe but is embedded in the company’s clientele. Located in the Miskolc industrial area, the plant benefits […] More…
Here’s How You Select Gears In The Tesla Model 3 Highland If The Screen Is Dead
Now that the steering wheel stalks are out of the picture, a set of emergency buttons had to be placed somewhere. More…
XPeng Delivered 13,690 EVs In August 2023
The majority of the volume falls on the all-new G6 model. More…
ZF prepares next-gen electric motor free from magnets
ZF is developing an electric motor that does away with magnets. In contrast to the magnet-free concepts of externally excited motors available today, ZF’s I2SM model transmits the energy for the magnetic field via an inductive exciter inside the rotor shaft. According to ZF, the solution should enable a “uniquely compact with maximum power and […] More…
Renault reveals the Scenic E-Tech Electric at the IAA
Two years after the electric Mégane, Renault has now also presented the Scenic as an all-electric vehicle. Scheduled for launch in early 2024, the Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric also uses the CMF-EV platform and will be offered in two power and battery variants. As with the Mégane, the Scenic uses a separately excited synchronous motor […] More…
Japan doubles EV infrastructure targets
Japan’s government has decided to double its current EV charger installation target to 300,000 by 2030. There are no more than 30,000 EV chargers publicly available across the country. Tokyo also wants to increase charging speeds. Japan’s Economy, Trade and Industry Ministry has presented corresponding draft guidelines to an expert panel. Under the new plan, […] More…
Tesla lowers Model S & X prices in China, Europe & the USA
Tesla has again significantly reduced the prices for the Model S and Model X – this time, around the globe. In Germany, prices will fall by 10 to 16 per cent. The US electric carmaker is also making its premium models up to 20 per cent cheaper in China. Likewise in the USA, prices are […] More…
Renault Scenic E-Tech Electric Revealed As Family EV With Over 385 Miles Of Range
It offers up to 220 horsepower from a front-mounted electric motor. More…
Volvo Cars & Evergo to install 2,295 chargers in Mexico
Volvo Cars and charging network operator Evergo will install over 3,000 EV charge points in Mexico by 2025. The network will run along Mexico’s main tourist routes, connecting places like Mexico City with Acapulco or Tijuana, but extends to other countries. Specifically, the new deal will see Evergo and Volvo Cars install 2,295 charging stations, […] More…
Tesla Cybertruck Rear Screen Spotted In Shaky Interior Video
We also get an idea of how roomy the rear bench seat is. More…
This Is Our Best Look Yet At The Tesla Cybertruck Frunk
Let’s see how it compares to the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T. More…
Webasto’s Next Generation Coolant Heater
Smaller, lighter, more sustainable: The Next Generation Coolant Heater sets new standards for electric high-voltage heaters in terms of installation space and weight.
For system requirements that demand particularly high heating performance requirements, Webasto’s high-voltage heaters (HVH) deliver an ideal solution: More…
Mercedes-Benz CLA concept is the long-range entry-level EV we’ve been waiting for
The Tesla Model 3 is getting a new rival. After teasing us for the past few months, Mercedes-Benz unveiled its highly-anticipated CLA electric sedan concept at IAA Mobility on Sunday. The Mercedes CLA concept is the new “one-liter car” thanks to its advanced efficiency, enabling over 466 miles (750 km) WLTP range. It will be the first of the brand’s new entry-level EV class. More…
EcoG CRI: New Charging Reliability Index calls OEMs to the task
EcoG, a tech company from Munich, just released its first ‘Charging Reliability Index’ and gave us an exclusive preview. First things first, there is plenty of room for improvement when it comes to reliable EV charging. But, by diving deep into the vehicle side of things, EcoG hopes to help stakeholders improve the charging experience. […] More…
NIO Strong Sales Continued In August 2023
The company delivered over 19,000 electric cars, almost reaching July’s record. More…
2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron Interior Revealed With Front Passenger Display
Audi’s first EV based on the PPE platform co-developed with Porsche brims with technology inside. More…
Volkswagen ID. GTI Concept Revealed, Previews Future Electric Hot Hatch
Based on the ID. 2all, it has retro gauges, black trim, and an AR windshield that displays race track layouts not unlike a video game. More…
