Komatsu America, a subsidiary of global construction and mining equipment giant Komatsu, has agreed to acquire Detroit-based battery manufacturer American Battery Solutions. ABS develops and manufactures a wide variety of heavy-duty and industrial battery packs for commercial vehicles, transit buses and other on- and off-road vehicles. The company provides both standard battery packs and custom… Read more…
Xiaomi EV Tech launch scheduled for December 28
Xiaomi EV, the automotive venture of the tech giant Xiaomi, is teasing a technology launch event on December 28, putting the spotlight on innovation rather than product releases. The announcement, made via Xiaomi EV’s newly minted Weibo account, comes as the first glimpse into the company’s automotive aspirations. Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun clarified that the event would focus solely on… Read more…
Thousands of auto dealers sign up to offer new on-the-spot tax credit
New year, new rules: As of January 1, things are about to get a little easier when it comes to getting your federal tax credit for buying an electric vehicle. Now the rebate – which is up to $7,500 for new EVs that qualify, and up to $4,000 for used EVs that qualify – is available immediately when you purchase your car, rather than needing to wait potentially months to file a claim with your tax return. And auto dealers are signing up in droves with the IRS. Read more…
2024 Chevy Blazer EV sales are already halted over software issues
If you were waiting to buy the new 2024 Chevy Blazer EV, you may have to wait a little longer. Chevy is already halting sales of the highly anticipated electric Blazer over glaring software issues. Read more…
A Salute To The Chevrolet Bolt, 2023’s Underdog EV Champion
Discontinued, outdated and outclassed, the Bolt should’ve been a flop in 2023. Instead, it says a lot about what EV owners really want. Read more…
VanMoof Expected To Launch New Electric Scooter In 2024
The new scooter will surely have some inspiration from VanMoof’s new owner Lavoie. Read more…
Here Are Electrify America’s Top 5 Tips For EV Charging In Cold Weather
Remember that lower temperatures might negatively affect range and charging. Read more…
Xiaomi CEO says debut EV model SU7 few months away from official launch
Xiaomi SU7 price is not yet finalized, but it does seem a bit expensive, Lei Jun said. Read more…
Skywell’s Skyworth Skyhome EV officially unveiled in Hong Kong
This year’s award for the Most Mouthful Name goes to Skywell’s Skyworth Skyhome. The first prototype, freshly adorned with a gold medal from the Hainan International Designer Competition, took its debut lap at the International MotorXpo (IMXpo) in Hong Kong. However, as the curtains lifted on this sleek electric vehicle, skepticism lingered in the air, questioning its futuristic promises. Skywell… Read more…
Nio expected to launch Alps sub-brand in Q1 2024, report says
Competition is fierce at the moment, and the timing of Nio’s second brand’s entry into the market is important, William Li said on December 24. Read more…
Huawei-backed Aito officially launches M9 SUV: Prices start at $65,750, volume deliveries to begin in Feb
Available in both EREV and BEV versions, the Aito M9 is expected to compete with Li Auto’s Li L9 and Nio’s ES8. Read more…
Baidu-backed Jiyue names 2nd model Jiyue 07, releases official images
The Jiyue 07 is another 7-series model for the Chinese EV market. Jiyue just launched its first model, the Jiyue 01, on October 27. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Dec 24: Nio 4,100, Xpeng 3,900, Li Auto 12,100, Tesla 18,500
Between December 1 and December 24, Nio was 12,000, Xpeng 12,500, Li Auto 36,400 and Tesla 60,200 units. Read more…
Nio sets up parts firm in Chuzhou, possibly for Firefly brand
Previous reports said Firefly models would be built at Nio’s F4 plant in Chuzhou. Read more…
Xiaomi CEO reveals how Xiaomi EV’s models differentiate from Tesla’s
While Tesla made cars mobile computing terminals, the automotive industry’s new mission now is to create mobile smart spaces, and that’s what Xiaomi’s car-making is coming for. Read more…
Changan, Ganfeng plan to set up JV to develop solid-state batteries
Changan and Ganfeng will set up a joint venture based on equal shareholding to accelerate solid-state battery development and manufacturing. Read more…
Tera EV chargers blend cutting-edge technology with practicality
Unleash the power of seamless charging with Tera’s portable and home EV chargers – check out three standout offerings below.. Read more…
Exclusive: E-bike maker SONDORS up for sale as company enters receivership
After a series of financial setbacks followed by an Electrek exposé revealing the failed Metacycle electric motorcycle project, e-bike maker SONDORS has appeared to enter receivership. The search is now on for a buyer who can scoop up the company and its assets.. Read more…
Audi and Porsche have a safer mobile charging cable for EV, PHEV models
Audi and Porsche are conducting a recall of 240-volt Level 2 AC charging cables for EVs and plug-in hybrids. The recall covers 93,196 Audi vehicles in the U.S. from model years 2019 to 2024, including the E-Tron and E-Tron Sportback, Q4 E-Tron and Q4 E-Tron Sportback, and E-Tron GT EVs, as well as the Q5 plug-in hybrid. Porsche is recalling 41,345… Read more…
Nio ET9 and 4th-gen swap station bring more support to LiDAR maker Seyond
ET9 adds two Robin W medium-range wide-angle LiDARs for the first time, in addition to one Falcon ultra-long-range LiDAR. Nio’s fourth-generation swap station will feature six Robin W LiDARs. Read more…
