Half a dozen carmakers are adopting giga casting after Tesla to reduce costs and simplify manufacturing. More…
The Giga Press: Tesla’s Game-Changing Manufacturing Process Goes Mainstream
Wallbox Embraces NACS Charging Connector Option
This year, the company will introduce in North America a 180 kW Supernova DC fast charger. More…
Toyota will use AI to maximize future EV range
Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly capable of performing complex tasks. Toyota plans to harness the power of AI to improve the car design process while optimizing vehicle aerodynamics, a critical factor in enhancing EV range.. More…
Texas requiring Tesla NACS connectors on state-funded chargers
Texas officials on Tuesday said EV charging sites looking to tap state funds must include Tesla connectors alongside the Combined Charging Standard (CCS) connector that has been the default up until now. The decision was made in response to announcements by Ford, General Motors, and Rivian to adopt the Tesla connector, which the automaker has… More…
BYD Dolphin Launches In Europe Starting At €29,990
Chinese automaker BYD has recently announced pricing for its ID.3 competitor. It’ll start at €29,990 or £25,800 in the UK. More…
Rivian R2 reveal coming in 2024, may cost about $40,000
The Rivian R2 is still three years away, but we’ll get to see it a lot sooner than that. On Thursday, Rivian Chief Financial Officer Claire McDonough spoke about the Rivian R2’s pricing and timeline with Emmanuel Rosner from Deutsche Bank. McDonough revealed the R2 will be revealed in early 2024. The clay design bucks are in the design studio and… More…
Mazda explores EV battery partnership with Panasonic Energy to fuel next-gen EVs
Japanese automaker Mazda Motor and Tesla’s primary battery cell supplier, Panasonic Energy, are in talks over establishing a battery partnership to power Mazda’s future EVs. More…
Blink Charging Announces New Dual-Port CCS And NACS Fast Charger
It will incorporate silicon carbide power electronics. More…
Tesla Dominates List Of Most American-Made Vehicles Sold In US
The electric automaker grabbed the top 4 spots on the list, but #6 might surprise you. More…
Ford Performance is climbing Pikes Peak in a modded up E-Transit ‘SuperVan’ you’ve gotta see
Ford Performance is literally and figuratively gearing up for the 101st Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb and is using the 4,725 foot climb to showcase the power of all-electric design. This year, the American automaker is sending a souped up E-Transit donned the “Ford SuperVan 4.2.” Spoiler alert! By that, I mean… it has a huge spoiler. Take a look. More…
Nikola “sharpens focus” in an effort to keep business afloat
Nikola Motor has released an update on its “business optimization efforts”, which may otherwise run under emergency measures. In “sharpening focus”, Nikola is laying off nearly 300 staff in Europe and the US and will decrease spending. In the company’s terms, the measures will result in streamlined operations. Says CEO Michael Lohscheller: “We are proactively […] More…
Brand New Norco Fluid VLT E-MTB Is A Versatile Lightweight Trail Muncher
It features the brand-new Bosch Performance Line SX system. More…
McMurtry Spéirling Pure Revealed: Tiny 1,000-HP Electric Hypercar, Giant Price
The RWD pocket rocket weighs less than 2,200 pounds (1,000 kilograms). More…
PlusCharge presents new media display for DC chargers
The British EV charging solutions provider PlusCharge presents a monitor specially designed for DC charging stations. It can display customised messages or advertisements for operators to generate additional income. The so-called Media Screen Chargers have a 55-inch screen that – even in direct sunlight – is said to have “excellent visibility”. By partnering with ATEM […] More…
Kempower Will Add NACS Connector Option For All Charging Solutions
The company opens a new production facility in Durham, North Carolina. More…
Kalmar announces first order for zero-emission straddle carrier
A week after introducing the new ‘Electric Straddle Carrier’ Charge Family, Cargotec brand Kalmar has secured a significant order from DP World for eight fully electric Kalmar straddle carriers with high-energy batteries at its London Gateway logistics hub. For those unfamiliar, straddle carriers are a type of cargo-handling vehicle commonly used in airports and shipping […] More…
UK fleet service Paua signs Gridserve into roaming partnership
Paua, a roaming provider specialising in UK fleets, has added Gridserve to its network. Paua users may now charge at Gridserve’s growing Electric Highway network. This is in addition to partnerships with leading providers such as Osprey, Fastned, Ionity, or Mer. The new deal with Gridserve allows drivers to find, charge and pay for charging […] More…
Nio adds ET5 Touring wagon for Europe as Model 3 rival, ends free battery swapping
Chinese automaker Nio is continuing its European expansion with new models, but also ending free battery swapping in a bid to increase profitability. Nio last week unveiled its first wagon, the ET5 Touring. It’s a wagon version of the ET5, a sedan close in size to the Tesla Model 3 that was unveiled in 2021. The ET5 sedan already competes against… More…
CYVN Holdings invests 1.1 billion dollars in Nio
The Chinese electric car manufacturer Nio has secured an investment package of almost $1.1 billion. The fresh capital comes from the Abu Dhabi government fund CYVN Holdings. The latter will acquire about 84.7 million newly issued ordinary shares worth $738.5 million. The price per share is therefore $8.72. The deal is expected to close in […] More…
Mazda may use Panasonic battery cells in future electric cars
Panasonic and Mazda today announced they have agreed to enter into discussions on establishing a medium- to long-term partnership for automotive batteries. The tentative language suits Mazda’s relatively relaxed approach towards electrification, yet the timeline also fits. Mazda said it would commence “concrete discussions” with a view toward Panasonic Energy supplying the carmaker with cylindrical […] More…
