To paraphrase a past American president, every pro-EV policy is only one legislative or court decision away from extinction. President Biden’s IRA and BIL (and pro-EV measures in California and other states) have been under attack on multiple fronts since their inceptions. Uncle Joe recently wielded his veto pen against legislation aimed at delaying investment… Read more…
Jeep Avenger real world range test
The Jeep Avenger is a small FWD SUV crossover, which we already thoroughly reviewed. Now, we are focusing on its consumption and energy efficiency. As this is Jeep’s first attempt at an EV, the brand has chosen to test the waters with a new, smaller model, before transferring this technology into its well-known bigger models. The Jeep Avenger sits on… Read more…
Tesla’s new Model 3 Performance could be launched in China in Q2, report says
The new Tesla Model 3 Performance is expected to go on sale in China in the second quarter, and its price tag will likely be close to RMB 400,000 yuan, according to local media. Read more…
U.S. EV Registrations Reached Almost 90,000 In November 2023
The year-over-year growth slowed down to 30%. Read more…
Stellantis CEO claims quicker EV acceleration is a safety feature
Stellantis last week detailed its STLA Large platform, which the automaker claims can house powertrains capable of hurling an EV from 0-60 mph in 2.0 seconds. That breathtaking acceleration figure may be something Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares now claims is a safety feature. That’s because quick acceleration allows for quicker overtaking, Tavares… Read more…
CATL, Didi form JV for battery swap business
The JV will cater to the ride-hailing market and provide battery swap services for NEVs, CATL said. Read more…
Quick Charge Podcast: January 27, 2024
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Read more…
Apple loses veteran hardware engineering executive to Rivian
Apple veteran DJ Novotney is departing the company for a new role at Rivian, according to a report from Bloomberg. Novotney, a vice president of hardware engineering, has spent almost 25 years at Apple and worked across multiple generations of the iPod, the iPhone, the Apple Watch, and more. Read more…
2024 VW ID.4 will qualify for full $7,500 tax credit in the US
If you are in the US and were hoping to grab one of Volkswagen’s ID.4 SUVs but were put off by lack of incentives – we have great news for you. The company has confirmed that ID.4 qualifies for the full $7,500 Federal EV Tax Credit, including even the units manufactured in 2023. The 2023 ID.4 did previously qualify for… Read more…
Tesla Autopilot Crash Data Shows Little To No Improvement For 2023
You’d think there’d be some progress over time. Read more…
This Chinese electric bus is adorably shaped like a koala bear
Have you ever been in the mood to drive an electric bus, and then thought to yourself, “the only thing that could make this better is if the bus was shaped like a marsupial”? Yea, me neither. At least not until I stumbled upon this precious specimen of a koala bus. Read more…
BMW i7 xDrive60 real world range test
BMW i7 is the flagship luxury sedan of the German brand, which we already thoroughly reviewed. Now, we are focusing on its consumption and energy efficiency. The i7 is BMW’s first full-size electric vehicle and as such it has to meet a very high standard to be a worthy successor to the 7 series throne. The i7 has questionable looks,… Read more…
Wave installs inductive charging solution in a Kenworth electric truck
The US Ideanomics subsidiary Wave develops inductive charging systems for electric commercial vehicles and has now announced the first integration of its solution in a manufacturer-approved electric truck. Read more…
PEM to support new battery coating process
The Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components at RWTH Aachen University and tits spin-off PEM Motion have partnered with the Dutch startup Nanoloy. They want to develop novel electrodes and speak of a new production concept allowing previously unusual cell chemistries. Read more…
EcoG opens US headquarters at a historic site in Detroit
The German e-mobility startup EcoG has set up shop in the USA. The company, which counts Siemens among its clients, opened its new headquarters near Ford in Motown, supported by the state of Michigan. Read more…
Podcast: next-gen Tesla in 2025, TSLA earnings, Porsche Macan EV unveiled, and more
On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss next-gen Tesla vehicles coming in 2025, TSLA earnings, the Porsche Macan EV being unveiled, and more. Read more…
BYD Tang gets bigger battery to better compete with Tesla Model Y
BYD decided it was time to upgrade its Tang electric SUV for European customers. Despite entering the European market less than a year ago, BYD is fitting the Tang with a more potent battery, hoping this will be enough to rival the ever-so-popular Tesla Model Y. The Tang EV, which first debuted in Norway in 2020, expanded its market to… Read more…
BLUETTI’s Solar+: Your one-stop solution for solar – with a free battery!
If you’re looking to save money by transitioning to solar energy and ensure your home is prepared for grid outages and extreme weather, BLUETTI has you covered. BLUETTI, one of the most trusted names in energy storage solutions, has announced the exciting launch of the BLUETTI Solar+ Program for Texas homeowners. The program encompasses a wide range of flexible solar and battery home power solutions designed to not only slash your energy bills but also propel your home into an era of clean and resilient energy. What’s more, with BLUETTI’s Solar+ Program, you get a free battery with your solar setup – an incredible savings to start your solar journey. Read more…
Ford enables dealers to use the Mustang Mach-E as a rental car, expanding EV loaners
If you want to try the all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E before buying, you may be in luck. Ford dealers can now use the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E as part of its rental car programs. Read more…
The first Tesla store is finally opening in EV-loving Vermont [update]
New Englanders, rejoice – at last, Vermont’s first Tesla store is being fitted up in South Burlington and will open soon. Read more…
