Ubitricity, a charging network operator owned by oil giant Shell, is expanding the rollout of lamppost EV chargers in the U.K. The company recently announced that it had been appointed by the governments of the Richmond and Wandsworth borough of greater London to install 1,050 public EV chargers, evenly divided between the boroughs. These 5-kw… More…
First images and details of Huawei’s Aito M9 emerge
The Aito M9, backed by the tech giant Huawei, has been spotted in new spy photos, fueling anticipation for its official debut slated for this quarter. The new electric SUV is poised to take on the luxury competitors from the likes of Mercedes, Nio and Range Rover. The Aito M9’s exterior design philosophy revolves around “ultimate simplicity and purity.” It sports a modern penetrating light design, seamlessly integrating headlights and aerodynamic air curtain intakes. The SUV measures 5,230 mm by 1,999 mm by 1,800 mm, with a substantial 3,110 mm wheelbase, ensuring a spacious interior for… More…
China approves new DC charging standard ChaoJi-1
The ChaoJi-1 is to follow the GB/T in China. Now the responsible authority has published three key aspects for the upcoming DC standard. This also makes it clear: China will continue to rely on a national charging standard in the future. Lire la suite…
Lucid receives operating licence for Saudi Arabian plant
The first electric cars from Lucid could be assembled in Saudi Arabia as early as September. The company has now received the operating licence for the huge vehicle plant in the King Abdullah Economic City from the responsible authority. Lire la suite…
Europe: Zeekr and Plugsurfing partner for e-charging solution
Geely’s electric car brand Zeekr has entered into a charging infrastructure cooperation with Plugsurfing in Europe. After the Zeekr 001, the Zeekr X has also been built for Europe since a few days. Lire la suite…
Tesla receives first environmental permit for Giga Mexico
The Tesla Gigafactory in Mexico has cleared another hurdle. With the environmental impact permit now granted, the upcoming schedule by which Tesla must begin construction has also been set. However, the final approval is still pending. Lire la suite…
Germany: Straßkirchen residents cast clear vote for BMW’s new high-voltage battery assembly site
Almost 2,800 residents of the Lower Bavarian municipality of Straßkirchen who were entitled to vote were called upon in a referendum to vote on BMW’s planned battery assembly in the village. The result was clearer than previously thought. Lire la suite…
Watch Tesla Optimus Robot Sort Objects On Its Own, Stretch Out In Update Video
The American company’s humanoid bot has come a long way since it was announced in 2021. Lire la suite…
Dongfeng Honda launches new electric car brand Lingxi
Honda, together with its Chinese joint venture partner Dongfeng, has unveiled a new electric car brand aimed primarily at younger customers. The new brand is called Lingxi and is expected to launch its first model in 2024. Lire la suite…
See Tesla Cybertruck Sport New Pixelated Wrap In California Sighting
It’s the fifth wrap model seen on Cybertruck prototypes to date. Lire la suite…
Helix announces success of aerospace electric propulsion demonstrator project
Motors and inverters manufacturer Helix has announced the completion of its direct drive scalable aerospace electric propulsion demonstrator technology project.
Known internally as the XBS, the project ran in partnership with the UK’s Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA) and the Aerospace Unlocking Potential (Aerospace UP) project between the MAA and the University of Nottingham. Helix developed the XBS project within its X-Division. More…
US grid-scale energy storage installations soared in Q2 2023
The US battery energy storage market added 5,597 megawatt hours (MWh) in the second quarter of 2023, a new quarterly record. More…
Tesla Model S and Model X face delivery delays
In a move that has left potential buyers tapping their feet impatiently, Tesla has extended the estimated delivery times for its Model S and Model X in the United States. The elongated wait period comes on the heels of a significant reduction in the prices of these models, a strategy that seems to have fueled an uptick in demand. A few months prior, Tesla had slashed the prices of the Model S and Model X by a substantial €12,600 to €17,200, marking a 15.3 to 18.8 percent decrease, depending on the version. This price adjustment, particularly for the entry-level Model X, which boasts a… More…
Non-Tesla Supercharging Now Possible Also In Alaska
Tesla installed the Magic Dock built-in CCS1 adapters at a site in Chugiak. Lire la suite…
Tesla releases update on Optimus robot with video looking like CGI
Tesla has released an update with progress on its Optimus humanoid robot with a video that almost looks like CGI. More…
BYD holds 15 times more patents than Tesla
In the fast-evolving world of electric vehicles, two names stand out: BYD and Tesla. While Tesla has been a front-runner in the EV market, recent data reveals that BYD has been quietly securing its position as the patent king of EVs, with a staggering 13,000 applications in comparison to Tesla’s 863 over the past two decades. BYD, a Chinese automotive giant, has been diligently working behind the scenes, focusing on protecting its battery technology. A whopping 50% of BYD’s patents are dedicated to batteries, allowing the company to develop in-house battery packs, a feat not many car… More…
US: Tesla Model X Estimated Delivery Times Pushed Back To Late 2023
The Model S also has longer wait times. This comes after Tesla reduced the prices of the duo. Lire la suite…
Tesla’s Five Big Challenges To Overcome
China is an issue, not to mention internal bureaucracy. And that’s just the start. Lire la suite…
EVs from these brands will soon use the Tesla NACS charge port
Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS) lags in locations versus the other road-trip fast-charging standards that have been used for EVs. But it is the future. Months ago, earlier this year, that future was not at all apparent. But May 25 the tide turned. That day, with a joint chat between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Ford CEO Jim… More…
BYD celebrates half a million Dolphin EVs made with Commemorative Edition
BYD is launching the Dolphin Commemorative Edition, marking the production of the 500,000th Dolphin EV since its inception in August 2021. Now, if you’re thinking this is just a celebratory pat on the back, you might want to reconsider, as this edition arrives with an array of upgrades and a updated aesthetic appeal. Right off the bat, the Dolphin Commemorative Edition catches the eye with its vibrant new color combination of black and red, giving it a fresh and bold look. The front features a closed grille design, adorned with the BYD logo at the center against a striking black… More…
