The average transaction price for a new EV dropped 5.5 percent to $61,448 in December driven by Tesla’s significant price cuts. More…
Average Price Paid For New EVs Down $3,600 In December 2022: KBB
Daimler Truck completes large electric bus order in Germany
Mercedes-Benz has delivered all 45 electric buses on order with the public transit company VLP in the northeast of Germany. Verkehrsgesellschaft Ludwigslust-Parchim (VLP) has now taken delivery of the last 15 vehicles of a significant order placed in 2019. The project to procure electric buses for the state of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania with 45 vehicles for […] More…
Tesla is close to a deal to build factory in Indonesia
Tesla is close to signing a preliminary agreement to build a factory in Indonesia, according to an agency report. According to the report, the factory will be designed for an annual production of one million electric cars. However, the decision for construction has not fallen yet. And even if Tesla were to sign the document, […] More…
Tesla Snatches 2022 US Luxury Sales Crown From BMW
It’s the first American automaker in nearly a quarter century to take the top spot in the US luxury market. More…
Volkswagen issues recall for the ID.4 in the USA
VW recalls 1,042 units of the rear-wheel drive ID.4 built at the Chattanooga plant in the US. In the affected vehicles, the charging cable of the 12-volt battery can touch the steering column shaft and could lead to a short circuit if the cable insulation is worn out. The reason that the recall is limited […] More…
NTSB Chief Warns Of The Danger That Heavy Electric Vehicles Pose In Crashes
How would a 2,900-pound Honda Civic fare against a 9,000-pound GMC Hummer EV in an accident? More…
Motor mode programming made easy
Synchronising motors and controllers is a key aspect of EV powertrain development, and Friwo’s electrification kits come with an algorithm that automates that potentially tricky process while enabling vehicle developers to program in their own modes to tailor motor output for economy or performance, for example (writes Peter Donaldson). Motors and controllers need synchronising to […] More…
Volkswagen ID. Buzz GTX To Have 335-HP Dual-Motor AWD Powertrain
This means the electric minivan will be the most powerful production model yet in the Volkswagen ID family. More…
Tesla Starts Hiring For Its Lithium Refinery In Texas: Here’s What Jobs Are Available
The American EV maker wants to build a new facility near Corpus Christi. More…
Lectric To Debut Shiny New Electric Trike At Surprisingly Low Price
The utility-focused three-wheeler is set to make its official debut on January 13, 2023. More…
Ford F-150 Lightning and Kia EV6 Win 2 Out Of 3 NACTOY Awards in 2023
The two EVs were crowned Best Truck and Best SUV, while the Acura Integra won Best Car. More…
BMW i4, i7, And iX Get Recalled Because Power Might Cut Out During Driving
The high-voltage battery software is to blame, and around 16,000 cars are affected. More…
Suzuki Previews 2025 Production EV With Crossover Concept
The Japanese automaker doesn’t currently build electric vehicles, but that will change come 2025. More…
Tesla Safety Report Returns: Autopilot Gets Better And Better
The number of accidents is massively lower than the US average. More…
Rumor: Ford Might Drop Battery JV Deal With SK In Turkey
Instead, the company would partner with LG Energy Solution, the report says. More…
Spanish E-Bike Specialist Desiknio Unveils Three New Models For 2023
These stylish e-bikes are the perfect combination of practical and stylish. More…
UK Startup Tevva Begins Building 7.5-Tonne Electric Truck
The company wants to sell 1,000 of these electric and hydrogen range extender trucks this year. More…
Porsche Details 2024 Macan EV’s Chassis, Rear-Wheel Steering
Porsche’s first all-electric SUV features two-valve shock absorbers that can be adjusted independently of each other, mixed tires. More…
Tesla Plans Massive Battery-Related Expansion Projects At Giga Texas
The US EV maker filed for four new projects at the site totaling $717 million. The plans are related to battery materials and cells. More…
2023 Mazda MX-30 EV carries over, as range-extended rotary idles
Mazda confirmed Tuesday that the 2023 MX-30 EV will arrive in California dealerships this spring. Prices for the 2023 MX-30 EV are up somewhat, to $35,385 for the base model and $38,395 with the Premium Plus package. At the base level, that’s $740 higher than the 2022 Mazda MX-30 price. Earlier this week, Mazda confirmed that a rotary-engine… More…
