Electric cars are increasingly finding their way into films and series. The streaming giant Netflix has announced that it will increase the presence of electric vehicles in shows and films it produces itself. The first step is a cooperation with General Motors. VW is also placing its electric cars in films. Over the next year, […] More…
ZEEKR confirms third EV is called X, not 003, as it shares first look
Following leaked images that were later confirmed by ZEEKR to be its upcoming third EV model, the Chinese automaker has relayed that the new SUV will be called the ZEEKR X, not the ZEEKR 003 as originally speculated. The company also shared first official images of the EV today, ahead of its full debut expected in April. Have a look. More…
CitySprint to expand their UK EV fleet with help from Maxus
UK distribution company CitySprint, part of DPD Group, has announced the expansion of their EV fleet with the acquisition of 40 new electric vans from vehicle manufacturer Maxus. The new electric vans have been strategically deployed across the UK with the aim to help reduce pollution levels in cities in which CitySprint operates, including London, […] More…
VinFast delays first US EV deliveries to late Feb, second batch even later
Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast said Friday it will be delaying the first deliveries of VF8 models for US customers until late February as it finished loading the EVs with its latest software. More…
Volvo Cars hires new head of design
Volvo Cars has hired a new head of design with Jeremy Offer joining Volvo from British electric vehicle developer Arrival and will take over as Global Head of Design from 1 May 2023, succeeding Robin Page. According to a statement by Volvo Cars, Jeremy Offer brings with him 35 years of design experience in various […] More…
Report: Small VW EV, battery plant considered for North America
Volkswagen has approved an EV slotting below the ID.4 for the North American market, and it’s considering a battery plant in Ontario, according to German business daily Handelsblatt. The report notes five recent entries in the Canadian province’s Registry of Lobbyists for VW, including one that mentions CEO Oliver Blume, who last year said that… More…
Project TwinVECTOR to bundle European battery development competence
The TwinVECTOR project aims to pool European expertise in the development of next-generation batteries. The EU is funding the project with €1.3 million over a period of three years. The centre of excellence at Tomas Bata University (TBU) in Zlín, Czech Republic, is to be expanded with the support of the consortium partners so that […] More…
Mellor scores another e-bus order from Sweden
British bus manufacturer Mellor has received an order from Sweden. Public transport operator Connect Bus orders 42 elecztic buses of the Sigma line, which Mellor debuted in 2021. The minibuses on order are headed for Gothenburg. Gothenburg is the second-largest city in Sweden and is on the west coast. Connect Bus will deploy the Mellor […] More…
Canada Infrastructure Bank helps Calgary Transit in EV transition
The Canadian city of Calgary is preparing to transition public transportation to zero emission. Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and the city just announced investing $165 million towards purchasing 259 zero-emission buses by 2027. The new electric buses will replace the same number of diesel vehicles, with Calgary expecting to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more […] More…
InsideEVs Exclusive Interview With General Motors EV1 Marketing Director John Dabels – Part 3: Did CARB Cave?
The legacy One of the unprecedented things that InsideEVs enjoys is an above average banter over the articles and reports found here. After our recent interview with John Dabels, three questions stood out. So, InsideEVs went back to John Dabels for more information on behalf of our readers. (If you missed Part 1) …or… (If you missed Part 2) Did CARB Cave? … More…
Mazda’s USA CEO Says Longer-Range EVs Aren’t Sustainable
Mazda’s only EV in the US is the limited-production California-only MX-30 with 100 miles of range. More…
Genesis X Gets Greenlighted, Toyota Argues Against Going All EV
Also, Nissan Max-Out digital concept made real. More…
Daimler to deliver new e-buses for VAG Nuremberg
German public transport operator VAG Nuremberg has ordered 46 eCitaro from Mercedes-Benz. The 16 electric solo buses and 30 articulated models will gradually go into service this year, turning almost half of VAG’s fleet to zero-emission. Nuremberg’s public transit company is already running e-buses across town. The new Daimler eCitaros will meet 39 electric buses […] More…
Tesla Co-Founder JB Straubel Offers Insight On Battery Recycling
Straubel is racing to scale up his new company. He shares where he thinks battery recycling is headed and what challenges lie ahead. More…
GM, BYD, Solid State Batteries And Electric Plane: Top EV News Feb 2
Yet another week is passing, and it was loaded up with fascinating EV news that’s worth sharing with the world. More…
EU project designs life-cycle assessment concept for zero-emission transport
The EU-funded TranSensus LCA project aims to develop the basis for a harmonised life cycle assessment approach for electric vehicles across Europe. According to the organizers, such a uniform LCA approach is a key element for achieving the goals of the Green Deal. The project is coordinated by the Fraunhofer Institutes LBF and IST. It […] More…
Tesla Model Y Long Range Delivery Estimate Pushed To March-May 2023
This is a clear sign that demand for the Model Y LR is through the roof following the aggressive price cuts at the start of the year. More…
Broader Volvo EV push reportedly adds SUVs, sedans, luxury van
Volvo is planning to expand its EV lineup at the behest of parent company Geely, Reuters reported Thursday. The automaker plans to launch six new EVs through 2026, according to the report, which cites two anonymous sources with knowledge of Volvo’s product plans. Volvo was already no slouch in the transition. It was one of the first brands to… More…
Renault introduces new Megane E-Tech trim in the UK
Renault UK has announced an update for the all-electric Megane E-Tech with the introduction of the new top-of-the-range ‘Iconic’ trim. It features a new heat pump, among other upgrades, and prices start at £41,995. The new Iconic trim features the extensive specification of the limited version Launch Edition, but included a new heat pump and […] More…
Austrian Post starts Green Vienna initiative
The Austrian Post has put its 3,000th electric vehicle in service. This also marks the kick off for the “Green Vienna” initiative, as the postal service plans to deliver all letters and packages with zero emission in the Austrian capital by 2025. By 2030, it wants to make deliveries across the country zero emission. The […] More…
