Elon Musk commented on the upcoming low-cost Tesla electric car, saying that it is “advanced” in its development. The CEO also commented on the “revolutionary” manufacturing advancements that Tesla is making to make the vehicle a reality. Read more…
US EV sales pass 1 million, an increase of 50.7% year-over-year
Year-to-date US EV sales have surpassed 1 million – the first time EV sales exceeded that threshold in a single sales year. Read more…
Rivian To Introduce Cheaper, Lighter Battery Pack In 2024: CFO
Claire McDonough said the new battery “takes thousands of dollars of costs out, additional mass out” and will be much easier to build. Read more…
Stellantis dealerships to offer EV fast charging in Europe
In a move aimed at bolstering the electric vehicle landscape in Europe, Stellantis will deploy a network of fast charging stations across its official brand dealership locations by the end of 2024. The initiative, in collaboration with Free2move Charge and select Charge Point Operators, will enhance charging accessibility for all. The expansion of fast-charging infrastructure in Europe comes as a… Read more…
Gear Up For Off-The-Grid Adventures With The CapsulBike E-Bike Camper
It’s decked out in all the amenities you’d expect to find in an Airbnb. Read more…
What Slowdown? America Crosses The 1 Million EVs Sold Mark In 2023
New data shows that the electric car market is healthy, despite what you may have been hearing. Read more…
Cybertruck Has So Many Accessories Tesla Didn’t Tell Us About
Why did they keep all of this to themselves? Read more…
First stations of Pilot-GM EV fast-charging network are open
General Motors and Pilot Travel Centers announced Tuesday that the first 17 locations of their national EV charging network are up and running. The initial locations span 13 states and include multiple stalls at each site with chargers that can deliver up to 350 kw. As the companies note, many of the locations include canopies, pull-through stalls… Read more…
EV Adoption Is Slow Because There Aren’t Enough Affordable Compact SUVs: J.D. Power
A lackluster charging infrastructure and high prices are also among the reasons why Americans reject EVs. Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck’s $16,000 Range Extender May Weigh Over 500 Pounds
The in-bed extender could have over 80% of the Model 3 Standard Range’s battery capacity. Read more…
Xiaomi’s first EV enters production, to ship 300 cars in December
According to a source familiar with Xiaomi’s internal operations, the company has already started the production line verification process for the new Xiaomi SU7 EV. The production kicked off last week and its target is to assemble 300 vehicles this month. These vehicles are not meant for the end consumer, they are needed in showrooms and some Xiaomi stores around… Read more…
GM confirms 2025 launch date for next-gen Chevy Bolt EV
Finally, GM’s CEO Mary Barra announced when we can expect the next-gen Chevy Bolt EV to hit the market. The affordable EV will reemerge on GM’s Ultium platform in 2025.. Read more…
Denmark to block its ports against Tesla shipments to Sweden
Another day, another chapter in the weeks-long Tesla strike in Sweden – but this time a union in Denmark says it will stop offloading and transporting Tesla vehicles to Sweden as it joins in a sympathy strike with IF Metall, forming the beginnings of a Nordic port blockade against Tesla.Â. Read more…
Tesla starts detecting speed cameras – Waze-like service?
Tesla is starting to roll out a new feature to warn drivers about speed cameras in cars. Is a Waze-like system finally coming. Read more…
Jeep retires its cheapest vehicle as it gears up for an EV offensive in the US
The Jeep Renegade will sail off into the sunset after the 2023 model year. Jeep’s cheapest vehicle will be discontinued as the brand joins the EV race in North America. Read more…
Next Nissan Leaf Will Be Built Outside The U.S. And Will Look Like This Concept: Report
Say goodbye to the federal tax credit. Read more…
U.S.-Made 2025 Volvo EX90 Priced From $76,695, Launches In Mid-2024
That means the base variants of Volvo’s electric flagship will be eligible for U.S. EV federal tax credits. Read more…
2024 Fiat 500e: 149-mile electric minicar returns to US cities at $34,095
The 2024 500e will start at $34,095, including a mandatory $1,595 destination fee, Fiat revealed Tuesday. It will arrive to U.S. dealerships—and focused on urban areas—starting in the first quarter of 2024. In U.S. spec, the 500e delivers 118 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque from its single permanent-magnet motor, and it has a 42-kwh nickel… Read more…
Today’s EV infrastructure webinar schedule: Tuesday, December 5th
Charged is hosting a virtual conference on EV infrastructure that’s free to attend, and it starts today. The conference includes live webinar sessions with interactive Q&As and on-demand webinars. View the daily session schedule online here. All of the live sessions will be recorded and available to view after the broadcasts. You can access the… Read more…
Tesla opens several more chargers for third-party brands in China
Tesla has increased the number of charging stations approved for third-party brands in China – to more than 350 Superchargers and over 260 Destination Chargers. The first manufacturers in China have already entered into charging infrastructure partnerships with Tesla. Read more…
