The United States and Europe used to lead the way in car trends for decades. Today, that story is way different. New data from this year reveals that electric cars are no longer just a luxury for wealthy nations. Instead, emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Latin America are now the ones adopting EVs the fastest. In 2019, only four… Read more…
Polestar secures $600 million loan from Geely
The Swedish-Chinese electric car brand Polestar is receiving a loan of up to 600 million US dollars from its majority owner Geely. Half of this amount is immediately available to Polestar, while the second tranche depends on further developments. Polestar reports high losses and is fighting against delisting from the US stock exchange Nasdaq. Read more…
Polestar secures $600 million loan from Geely
The Swedish-Chinese electric car brand Polestar is receiving a loan of up to 600 million US dollars from its majority owner Geely. Half of this amount is immediately available to Polestar, while the second tranche depends on further developments. Polestar reports high losses and is fighting against delisting from the US stock exchange Nasdaq. Read more…
The 2027 Dodge Charger EV Gets A Tesla Charging Port
Order books are now open for both the two-door coupe and the four-door sedan. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor manager confirms European production from 2026
Chinese automaker Leapmotor plans to produce up to four models at Stellantis’ Spanish plant in Figueruelas near Zaragoza. As expected, production will start with the B10, followed by three additional models by 2027. Read more…
Audi likely to scrap plans for own US plant
The Volkswagen Group has completed its planning round for the next five years, albeit with a delay, but has not yet presented any results. This is likely also due to the situation at Audi. Now, Audi CEO Gernot Döllner is said to have abandoned plans for a standalone US plant—though not for Audis built in America. Read more…
Deliveries of MG4 Anxin Edition with semi-solid state battery start in China
SAIC’s MG brand began delivering its latest MG4 Anxin Edition hatchback in China. The latest version of the popular MG4 holds the title of being the first mass-produced passenger vehicle to use a semi-solid state battery. While many companies have promised this technology for years, MG managed to put it on the road first. But looking closer at the specification,… Read more…
GM considers former Tesla Autopilot head Sterling Anderson as next CEO, report says
GM CEO Mary Barra is reportedly considering Sterling Anderson, the former head of Tesla Autopilot and co-founder of Aurora, as her potential successor. But first, she is putting him through a “tough test” in his new role as Chief Product Officer. Read more…
US wind growth picks up speed as power demand surges
After a sluggish stretch, US wind is heading into a pivotal moment, with a near-term rebound colliding with rising power demand, tariffs, and stubborn permitting bottlenecks. Read more…
MG begins deliveries of the world’s first mass-produced EV with a semi-solid-state battery
SAIC MG delivered the first MG4 model with a semi-solid-state EV battery in China, starting at under $15,000. Read more…
Happy holidays! Volvo CE gifts new electric excavator to Mass school
Volvo CE is getting into the spirit of the holidays with the donation of a band-new, $100,000 Volvo ECR25 Electric mini excavator to the Westfield Technical Academy’s horticulture department in Massachusetts.. Read more…
Jeep is offering up to $16,750 cash back on select 2025 Wagoneer S
Like a 90s “gifted” kid that was supposed to be a lot of things, the electric Jeep Wagoneer S was supposed to be sporty, luxurious, and appeal to a whole new Jeep buyer. Despite being a decent vehicle, it never really found its place — but now that Jeep is offering nearly $17,000 off select models, it might be time to give the go-fast Wagoneer S a second look. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) reassures investors on growth plans after its stock hits a new low
After Lucid Group’s (LCID) stock price reached a new all-time low this week, the company’s communication boss is out to set the record straight. Read more…
The Latest Rivians Just Got ‘Universal Hands-Free’ And A Bunch Of Other Updates
Get ready for hands-off driving, new display animations, the Rivian Digital Key and more. But not everyone is getting the best new feature. Lire la suite…
Ford’s China-Only Bronco EREV Seems Like A Really Promising Start
Ford’s China-only electrified Bronco is finally in the hands of Chinese media, and the initial impressions are generally good. Lire la suite…
POSCO Future M and Factorial to cooperate on solid-state battery development
Korea-based battery materials supplier POSCO Future M and solid-state battery pioneer Factorial have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to cooperate on the development of all-solid-state battery technology. Under the MOU, the two companies plan to develop materials for all-solid-state batteries, which are expected to offer higher safety, superior energy density and better charging performance… Read more…
Gilbarco Veeder-Root launches 400 kW all-in-one EV charging platform for retail sites
Gilbarco Veeder-Root has launched the Konect 400 kW all-in-one EV charger platform, designed specifically for fuel and convenience retail operations. The platform is built to address the integrated payment, software, and operations needs of forecourts and convenience stores transitioning to support EV charging. The Konect charger delivers up to 400 kW of charging power and… Read more…
Tesla Just Got One Step Closer To Putting Starlink In Your Car. Here’s Why That Rocks
The future of EVs is obvious: Power, connectivity and comfort, everywhere. Starlink will help us get there. Lire la suite…
Chinese and Korean EV pickup sales are surging, so what’s wrong with the US?
Chinese and Korean automakers are selling more pickups than ever before, thanks to new electric options. The US, on the other hand, is headed in the wrong direction. Read more…
Infineon to supply 2,000 V SiC modules for Electreon’s wireless EV road charging
Infineon Technologies has announced that it will supply custom silicon carbide (SiC) power modules to Electreon for use in Electreon‘s dynamic in-road wireless charging system for EVs. This electric road system enables buses, trucks and other EVs to charge wirelessly while in motion using inductive charging via copper coils embedded beneath roadway surfaces. The system… Read more…
