BMW introduced its iX2 fully-electric compact SUV a month ago and the now company announced the start of the production in its Regensburg factory in Germany. The factory is responsible for the entire X2 lineup, along with the BMW 1 Series and BMW X1. BMW iX2 For the past couple of months, BMW’s engineers were working on integrating the drivetrain into one production line for all of the vehicle types – ICE, PHEV and BEV. Up to 1,000 BMW 1 Series, X1, X2 and iX2 units will now roll out of the factory every day. BMW is able to reach that production capacity by implementing night… More…
Mahle opens test and development centre for batteries
The new facility in Stuttgart, Germany, complements a vehicle and battery development centre the automotive supplier opened last year in Northampton, England. Read more…
Successful generation change: First drive in the new Hyundai Kona Electric
No less than 88 per cent of all first-generation Hyundai Kona cars sold to fleet customers had an all-electric powertrain. In terms of overall sales, the Kona Electric was also the most popular drive variant. Now, the carmaker has launched the second generation – which is not only good but also much more grown-up.
Sono Motors facing another wave of layoffs
Sono Motors now also wants to lay off its remaining employees. As the former solar car developer writes in a notification to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, talks with potential investors are ongoing, but they “have not progressed as far as planned and hoped.” Read more…
VW Group Delays EV Battery Plant In Europe Amid “Sluggish” EV Demand
“There is for the time being no business rationale for deciding on further sites,” Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume said. More…
Hyundai Ioniq BEV U.S. Sales More Than Doubled In October 2023
The Ioniq 5 alone achieved almost 3,000 sales last month. More…
SAIC opens EV factory in Thailand
Another Chinese carmakers is setting up shop in Thailand with SAIC Motor opening its first battery assembly plant for electric vehicles in the country. Changan also wants to set up shop in Thailand and is planning a large factory for electric cars there. Read more…
Hylane buys 78 more hydrogen-powered trucks
The German hydrogen truck rental company Hylane has concluded purchase contracts for 78 additional trucks, thus expanding its fleet to 122 vehicles. However, the company only names the manufacturer for some of the trucks. Read more…
Elli launches fleet charging solution in Europe
Volkswagen subsidiary Elli has launched a new fleet charging solution called Elli Fleet Charging, which has now successfully completed a pilot testing phase in Germany and will now successively be launched in other European nations. Read more…
Thailand continues EV subsidy package
The Thai government finalised its EV subsidy package for the years 2024-2027. According to the state agency BOI (Thailand Board of Investment), the government will subsidise the purchase of electric cars, pickups and motorbikes. Read more…
Subaru Solterra U.S. Sales Are Still Small But Growing In October 2023 Record
The Japanese carmaker’s first electric model is getting there. More…
Kia EV6 Sales In U.S. Increased Again In October 2023
Kia notes “significant” consumer interest with EV9 pre-orders. More…
America, Mercedes-Benz wants you to indulge in retail therapy while you’re DC fast charging
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Network (MB HPC) North America just announced that it’s partnering with the largest owner of shopping malls in the US. More…
Ford acquires BMS specialist AMP
Ford has bought Auto Motive Power (AMP), a California-based specialist in battery and power management and charging solutions. AMP will be broken up and integrated into Ford’s Model e electric car division following the deal. Read more…
Scania to use ABB’s charging solutions
Swiss technology group ABB has signed a global framework agreement for charging infrastructure with truck manufacturer Scania. Subsidiary ABB E-mobility will supply Scania with its full range of DC solutions from 24 to 600 kW. Read more…
Volvo Cars launches energy business
Volvo Cars is launching a new business unit for energy-related products and services. Under the umbrella of “Volvo Cars Energy Solutions”, the carmaker bundles technology and services for a comprehensive e-car ecosystem. At the start, there is a V2G pilot project in Gothenburg. Read more…
Arriva orders 34 more electric double-deckers from Wrightbus
Wrightbus has received a follow-up order from bus operator Arriva in London. After the latter already ordered 50 electric double-deckers of the type StreetDeck Electroliner BEV from Wrightbus in April, the operator now wants 34 more units. Read more…
Volvo EM90 interior teases a ‘Scandinavian living room’ experience
Volvo has began the hype campaign for its all-electric minivan, the EM90. As official unveiling nears, Volvo delivered a glimpse into the interior, which it says is a “Scandinavian living room” on wheels. The EM90’s stretches out over a length of 5,206 mm, a width of 2,024 mm, and a height of 1,859 mm. This size not only gives it a commanding presence on the road but also enables a spacious cabin that is the most expansive Volvo has ever offered. The vehicle’s dimensions nudge it just above the Mercedes EQV, in fact. Beneath the floor, lies the beating heart of the EM90 – a 272… More…
Norway: 7,516 new electric cars in October
Norway recorded a decline in electric car registrations in October. 7,516 new EVs were registered there last month, 1,484 fewer than in September. The long-term leader of the model ranking also took a hit. Read more…
IBU-Tec launches cathode material for sodium-ion batteries
IBU-Tec Advanced Materials has launched a cathode material for sodium-ion batteries. The German company, based in Weimar, claims to be the first manufacturer in Europe to produce and commercially sell sodium manganese oxide (NMO) in large quantities. Read more…
