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Chrysler Airflow Is Reportedly Dead, Replaced By New “More Modern” Concept
Ralph Gilles, Stellantis’s chief design officer, says he’s “stoked” about the new vehicle, which he thinks will be a hit. More…
Volvo invests in bidirectional EV charging startup for an all-in-one renewable energy ecosystem
On Wednesday, Volvo Cars revealed a new investment in bidirectional EV charging startup dcbel. The company’s “r16” Home Energy Station is a full-fledged renewable energy ecosystem featuring solar power, bidirectional charging capabilities for backup power, and a smart home energy management system. More…
Apple Maps EV routing expands to its second car following 2020 debut
Porsche is signing on to be the second EV maker to officially adopt support for EV routing in Apple Maps. This means that Porsche Taycan drivers can now use Apple Maps via CarPlay, signaling Porsche’s continued commitment to CarPlay as other automakers abandon Apple’s platform. More…
Porsche Taycan Gets Apple Maps EV Routing In Apple CarPlay In US
US iPhone users will now be able to receive public charging suggestions en route that take the Taycan’s state of charge into account. More…
Kia and Hyundai to build EVs in Mexico for IRA tax credit eligibility
The Governor of New Nuevo León, Mexico, announced a new (potential billion-dollar) investment from Kia to expand its plant in the region and produce two EVs together with Hyundai. The move comes as the two automakers look to ensure EV models qualify for the IRA tax credit. More…
California BEV Sales: Franchised Dealerships Gain Market Share
Dealers were responsible for nearly one third of the total BEV sales in Q1 2023. More…
Elon Musk puts Tesla Cybertruck production estimate much lower than anticipated
Elon Musk has shared a Tesla Cybertruck production estimate, and it is much lower than many anticipated. More…
1,000 ultra-fast EV chargers are coming to city centers in the US and Europe
ADS-TEC Energy and JOLT Energy are rolling out battery-buffered, ultra-fast EV chargers in city centers in the US and Europe over the next 18 months. More…
This electric boat with a hydrofoil hull utilizes BMW EV batteries and has its own sound design
This year’s Cannes Film Festival saw a unique debut quite a ways away from the silver screen and out on the docks of Southern France. During the event, BMW Group Designworks and boat builder Tyde unveiled a new all-electric boat concept called The Icon. This electric hydrofoil is powered by BMW battery packs and represents a collaboration for the future of sustainability in the marine segment. Did we mention two-time Oscar winner Han Zimmer is involved too. More…
Canada’s Wolff Releases Five New Electric Bicycles
The new e-bikes offer the perfect blend of affordability, practicality, and style. More…
US: Median EPA Range Of 2022 BEVs Amounted To 257 Miles
That’s more than in the 2021 model year, but not a record. More…
Volvo’s new EX30 electric SUV may be small in size, but it’s big on safety
Volvo is set to release its smallest SUV ever with the electric EX30. Despite its compact size, the Volvo EX30 is packed with safety features to protect “both you and others in hectic urban environments.”. More…
Ample unveils next-generation battery swap station that cuts times down to 5 minutes
Battery swap startup Ample publicly unveiled its second-generation station design in San Francisco today. This next chapter in US battery swaps is the culmination of thousands of previous swaps performed by Ample, which has now cut its processes down to a mere five minutes. More…
Tesla proposes to build factory in India, report says
A new report states that Tesla has proposed to build a factory in India during a meeting with officials today. After years of negotiation in the world’s most populous country, it would mark a reversal of its strategy. More…
Tesla May Expand China Factory: More Powertrain Production, New Batteries
A public notice shares that the potential expansion could allow Tesla to produce 1.75 million powertrains a year, up from 1.25 million. More…
Toyota Prius Prime lease undercuts that of cheaper Prius hybrid
If you choose to lease, the Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid might cost significantly less to drive than the Prius hybrid—depending on where you live and which incentives Toyota might be factoring in. As partner site CarsDirect points out, the Toyota Prius Prime SE has a lease payment of just $435 a month, with $435 due at signing… More…
Musk Estimates Tesla Could Sell 250,000-500,000 Cybertrucks Yearly
“We’ll make as many as people want and can afford,” Musk said, adding that it will be hard to make the cost affordable. More…
Estimated Tesla Order Backlog Weakened Again: 68,000 On April 30, 2023
Is this the new low? More…
Tesla’s Elon Musk And Execs Meet With Samsung Chairman And Team
The two companies are reportedly in talks about chips for autonomous driving and jointly expanding future efforts. More…
