The automotive world is accelerating its green transformation, and Mercedes-Benz’s latest sales report is yet another proof of this. The Q3 numbers show a remarkable 66% rise in the sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Mercedes-Benz Cars clocked 510,600 sales in total in Q3, which is a 4% dip. However, when we narrow our lens to electric vehicle sales, a different story emerges. 61,600 BEVs were sold in this quarter alone, which is 12% of all sales by the company. Had it not being for their strong growth the overall sales slowdown would have been far more… More…
The world’s largest offshore wind farm just produced its first power
Dogger Bank, the world’s largest offshore wind farm under construction, is sending power to the UK’s grid for the very first time. More…
Volkswagen opens orders for upgraded ID.4 and ID.5 EVs with longer range, new tech
The upgraded Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 electric models are now available to pre-order in Europe. Volkswagen enhanced the EVs with a new electric drive, battery, and modern infotainment system. More…
ZEEKR mulls bringing its quad-motor Tesla Model S Plaid competitor over to Europe
Exactly two months after calling out Tesla directly while announcing a speedy performance version of its flagship 001, Chinese automaker ZEEKR is hinting at possible sales of the EV in Europe. The company already has two models making their way overseas and could soon add the third, according to an executive at the company. More…
Is Rivian R1S the new Escalade? Convoy spotted with U2 exiting Vegas Sphere
Could Rivian’s electric SUV be the next Cadillac Escalade? A police-escorted convoy of Rivian R1S models was spotted leaving the Las Vegas Sphere after the band U2 played earlier this week.. More…
US: Mercedes-Benz Electric Car Sales Almost Quadrupled In Q3 2023
However, the EQS Sedan shows signs of weakening. More…
2024 Volkswagen ID.4 And ID.5 Get Faster, More Intuitive Software
Euro-spec ID.4 and ID.5 get a new standard infotainment system with a larger 12.9-inch screen and completely new menu structure. More…
Nissan Hyper Urban EV brings a design edge to off-roading
Nissan on Tuesday previewed what it might see as the future for an electric SUV that also makes a very edgy design statement. Called the Hyper Adventure concept, it’s the second in a series of “advanced EV concepts” due to debut October 25 at the Tokyo auto show. Following the Hyper Urban concept revealed last week and appearing… More…
Lucid Air Sapphire deliveries commence
About two months ago, Lucid Motors officially revealed its new top Lucid Air Sapphire version and last week the company announced the start of mass production. Now, the first customers are getting their high-performance luxury sedans. Lucid celebrated the delivery of its first units at Sonoma Raceway in California with a special guest – Ben Collins – who took one of the Lucids for a test drive. The company didn’t say how many Sapphires it was able to produce and deliver to customers but judging by the photos posted on X (formerly known as Twitter), there are at least five units on the… More…
Magenta Mobility to expand fleet with Tata’s Ace EV
Magenta Mobility has partnered with Tata Motors to deploy 500 units of the Ace EV for intra-city deliveries in India. Magenta currently manages a fleet of over 1,200 electric vehicles in various cities. Read more…
Giant Tesla Megapack project turns on to stabilize the grid
A giant new Tesla Megapack project with 300 MWh of energy capacity has come online in Australia to help stabilize the grid and make better use of renewable energy. More…
Why these electric cargo bikes are 10x faster than delivery vans in a city
Electric bicycles are quickly becoming a preferred method of transportation and delivery by courier companies in cities that are replacing traditional delivery vans. More…
Nissan’s Hyper Adventure sports EV concept can power your campsite
Designed as the ultimate expedition vehicle, Nissan’s Hyper Adventure EV concept can do it all. Its large battery enables long-range adventures with the ability to power up your campsite and gadgets on the go. More…
Tesla base models are now cheaper than the average new car in the US
Tesla’s base Model 3 and Model Y now have both cheaper starting prices than the average new car in the US. More…
License: Oceaneering manufactures and distributes ZF shuttles
ZF has granted the US company Oceaneering a license for the production and exclusive distribution of its third-generation electric shuttles to establish autonomous transport systems in segregated lanes. Read more…
2023 Nissan Ariya EV recall issue requires in-person software fix
The 2023 Nissan Ariya is being recalled for a software issue that could cause the loss of drive power. The Ariya launched for the 2023 model year after several delays, so the recall population is fairly small, at 9,813 potentially affected units including both single-motor front-wheel drive and dual-motor all-wheel drive models. In these vehicles… More…
Toyota Lunar Cruiser EV concept could preview earthbound SUV
Toyota recently unveiled an EV concept that blends styling elements from classic Land Cruiser off-roaders with those of the automaker’s proposed lunar rover. Dubbed the Baby Lunar Cruiser, the concept was created to celebrate 50 years of CALTY, Toyota’s California design studio, according to a press release from the automaker. In addition to… More…
See A Pair Of Tesla Cybertrucks Drive “Off-Road” In Baja
They were technically off the paved road, but that’s not exactly challenging. More…
Malaysian and Singaporean CPOs join forces
Charge point operators Yinson GreenTech and Singapore’s ComfortDelGro ENGIE signed a partnership agreement, essentially setting up the largest combined Singapore-Malaysia EV charging network. Read more…
Ghana’s first lithium mine to open in 2025
The two mining companies Atlantic Lithium and Piedmont Lithium are preparing to implement the Ewoyaa project in Mankesim in the central region of Ghana. Piedmont Lithium’s customers include Tesla and LG Chem, among others. Read more…
