Ford has started cutting back investment plans. The US manufacturer will downscale its planned LFP battery cell factory in the USA, as well as shelving plans for a cell plant for electric commercial vehicles planned with LG Energy Solution and Koç in Turkey. Read more…
William Li touches on Nio’s strategy, views on competition, and more in internal remarks
Nio previously did its strategic planning based on a five-year length of time, but now that the market is changing so fast, the company has shifted to developing 2-year strategies, William Li said. Read more…
VinFast VF7 to start from €37,500
VinFast, the Vietnamese automaker, is going ahead with its expansion plans, and its latest offering, the VinFast VF7 is a key part of those. While the company may not be a household name just yet, its commitment to producing electric vehicles that are both practical and affordable is starting to gain attention.
The VinFast VF7, will join its larger siblings, the VF8 and VF9, hoping to capture the hearts of compact EV enthusiasts. But what sets it apart, apart from its smaller size, is its price, which has piqued the interest of potential buyers.
The VinFast VF7 comes in two… Read more…
Axial flux motors
Peter Donaldson canvasses expert opinions on the decisions to be made on whether to choose an axial flux motor for a given application
Axial flux (AF) motors are attracting a great deal of attention and engineering effort in the e-mobility arena, and for good reasons. Different motor topologies – such as radial and axial flux – are best suited to different applications, and each comes with its own set of pros, cons and development challenges. Read more…
BYD’s YangWang U8 SUV goes borderline amphibious in new ‘Emergency Float Mode’ [Video]
YangWang, the luxury sub-brand of Build Your Dreams (BYD), is showcasing some impressive capabilities in its flagship U8 SUV it wants to float by you. The SUV has been on sale for months in China, but BYD wants to remind you that the U8 actually has an emergency mode in which it floats and can navigate back to solid ground. See more in the video below. Read more…
Zeekr reportedly to start mass production of new SUV to take on Tesla Model Y in late 2024
Zeekr is shifting its strategy from targeting niche markets to aiming at the mass market with a mainstream SUV to follow the Zeekr 007 sedan, according to local media. Read more…
Lady ordered to apologize to Tesla in ‘brake failure’ case
One of the core members of the April 2021 Shanghai auto show drama has been ordered to publicly apologize and pay damages to Tesla in a first-instance verdict. Read more…
BYD launches Atto 3 in Philippines
The Atto 3 — BYD’s first global model — continues to sell well in regions including Thailand, Singapore, New Zealand, and Brazil, the company previously said. Read more…
Toyota’s long-range solid-state EV batteries will be more limited than expected
After unveiling plans for breakthrough solid-state EV batteries, promising unrealistic long-range capabilities, it seems Toyota’s tech will be in short supply. Read more…
Nio plans MPV model based on its 3rd-gen technology platform
Nio has an MPV model planned for its third-generation NT 3.0 platform, but the launch won’t be anytime soon, the company’s management said in a user communication. Read more…
Rivian (RIVN) Founder/CEO to head up EV product development following staff reshuffle
Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe is adding another title to his resume, assuming the responsibilities of leading all product development as the American automaker’s current chief product officer begins a transition into platform development ahead of a future advisory role. Read more…
Hands-on with Fisker PEAR, a very promising $30k small electric SUV
We got a chance to get up close and personal with a production-intent version of the upcoming Fisker PEAR, and it looks even better than we expected. Read more…
Finally! Rivian confirms R1T leasing program is coming very soon
Less than a week after pulling its first demand lever to get new customers behind the wheel of its existing R1T pickup inventory, Rivian is further incentivizing would be drivers by introducing a lease program for the first time. Read more…
Ford’s electric pickup charges up an e-scooter business, helping to double owners’ fleet
An electric truck powering an e-scooter fleet? Ford’s F-150 Lightning electric pickup helped Max Rastelli double his e-scooter fleet using its powerful mobile battery features.. Read more…
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N First Drive: More Than Just Huge Power (But It Has That Too)
Hyundai’s made one of the rowdiest EVs on the road. With 641 horsepower it’s ridiculously quick, but there’s a lot more at play here. Read more…
Toyota’s EV Manual Transmission Vs. Hyundai Ioniq 5 N’s Artificial DCT: How They Stack Up
Two automakers, two radically different approaches to simulating “gears” for EVs. Who comes out on top? Read more…
Stellantis unveils a new Fiat E-Ducato with 420 km range
At this year’s Solutrans exhibition, Stellantis announced an update of its entire range of commercial vehicles, including a new Fiat E-Ducato van with 420 km range. The lineup of vans includes vehicles for Opel, Vauxhall, Peugeot and Citroen since Stellantis owns a bunch of European brands.
Arguably, the most interesting update is the Fiat E-Ducato with 420 km of autonomy thanks to its huge 110 kWh battery. A hydrogen version of the van is also in the works.
The new E-Ducato, which isn’t exactly new as the model itself was released earlier this year, is part of Stellantis’… Read more…
Kempower earns ETL certification, will begin production of EV charging stations in North America
Kempower, a manufacturer of DC fast charging solutions for EVs, has earned Electrical Testing Laboratories certification from Intertek Testing Laboratories, allowing production to begin at the company’s new production facility in North Carolina. The ETL Listed Marking is a certified indicator to retailers and distributors, that Kempower’s satellite charging systems have been tested by Intertek… Read more…
Exxon Mobil plans to produce lithium in Arkansas
When a new technology is in the process of replacing an old one, it’s not uncommon for industry incumbents to experiment with the new tech. When the incumbents in question have barrels of cash lying around, it’s easy for them to do so by means of acquisitions—and that’s exactly what some of the oil majors… Read more…
Tesla Cybertruck Seen Driving Into The Gulf Of Mexico. Boat Mode On?
This particular prototype was spotted testing the waters of the Atlantic Ocean—literally. But why? Read more…
