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Gotion High-Tech and InoBat to establish a 20 GWh battery plant in Europe supply VW brand EVs
Weeks after battery developer Gotion-High Tech acquired a 25% stake in startup InoBat, the two companies have signed an agreement to erect a gigafactory in Europe. As a Tier 1 battery supplier to its top shareholder Volkswagen Group, Gotion will look to InoBat to help it provide the German automaker and other marques with EV batteries… but where will the joint venture set up shop. More…
White House allocates €93 million to boost EV charger reliability
The Biden administration’s commitment to electric vehicles and their associated charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly palpable. Beyond the focus on deploying new chargers, the White House recently unveiled plans to invest €93 million in replacing those pesky EV chargers that are, well, just plain unreliable. The White House excitedly beckoned applications for this funding, all under the guise of the newly christened program – the Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator. Mark your calendars, applicants; the deadline is a looming November… More…
New Flyer to deliver 26 more electric buses to Texas
Transport operator CapMetro is executing an option from a deal signed in 2021. At the time, CapMetro had ordered 30 battery-electric buses. Lire la suite…
GS Yuasa moves European headquarters to Swindon
From Wales to England: GS Yuasa has moved into its new European HQ and distribution center in Swindon. The Japanese company hopes that this step will enable more efficient order processing for further growth. Lire la suite…
Watch Musk Take Israel’s Netanyahu For Tesla Cybertruck Ride
The Israeli PM seemed to enjoy the experience, speaking with Musk about the Cybertruck for several minutes after the ride ended. Lire la suite…
Mondraker Unleashes 2024 Crusher Electric Mountain Bike
The Crusher boasts long suspension travel and the latest Shimano EP801 motor. Lire la suite…
Motorsport Network Hires Industry Veteran Patrick George As Editor in Chief Of InsideEVs, US
George brings more than two decades of media industry experience to InsideEVs. Lire la suite…
UK: Gridserve and Roadchef build ‘Electric Super Hubs’
There will be six locations across the UK with more than 50 EV chargers. 48 of them will be fast-chargers, while one site will be fitted with 7-kW chargers for overnight charging. Lire la suite…
Joby Aviation to build eVTOL factory in Ohio
Joby Aviation has announced plans for the construction of its first major electric VTOL factory near Dayton International Airport in the US state of Ohio. Lire la suite…
2025 Mini Countryman Electric crossover set for fall 2024 US arrival
The 2025 Mini Countryman Electric crossover will reach the U.S. in fall 2024, Mini confirmed Monday in a press release. The Countryman Electric was unveiled earlier this month at the 2023 Munich auto show alongside a redesigned electric version of the traditional Mini Cooper hatchback. This is the first time the Countryman will be available with… More…
First Europe-Bound Zeekr X Crossover EVs Roll Off The Assembly Line In China
Zeekr’s first European stores will open toward the end of the year in Stockholm and Amsterdam. Lire la suite…
Colder climate is better for battery health, study on Tesla Model Y shows
After a very insightful report from Recurrent Auto on the effects of fast charging on battery longevity, the firm has published another research looking into climate effects on battery health. The study uses data from 12,500 Tesla Model Y vehicles in the US and assigns a range score for each vehicle from 2020, which tracks battery retention in different states across the country. A clear correlation between better battery longevity in colder states is observed, with the northern Model Ys getting an average longevity score of 95, while the southernmost parts of the country get 92… More…
Innolith to take I-State battery platform to market
The Swiss battery manufacturer Innolith is ready to bring its Li-Ion battery platform I-State to market. Using a new battery chemistry, the manufacturer says it will cut costs and increase range on EVs. Lire la suite…
Is Tesla on the verge of the next gigacasting evolution?
Tesla has already greatly simplified car construction with gigapresses, but so far mainly on the front and rear structures. Now, Tesla could soon apply the process to the complex underbody – possibly for the first time on its compact model. Lire la suite…
Shell and BYD open world’s largest fast charging park in Shenzhen
As part of its charging partnership with BYD, Shell has opened what it claims is the world’s largest HPC park in China. In Shenzhen, 258 covered fast-charging points are now available. A considerable number of electric cars could already be charged during the test phase. Lire la suite…
How electric microcars wound up on Bora Bora’s front line against climate change
Electric microcars are often touted for their superior urban performance, wiggling through crowded cities without taking up more space than they need. But you can find them much farther flung than just the narrow alleyways of European cities. In fact, you just might see them on the beachfronts of your next vacation. More…
Spain to support Seat and Envision battery factories
Spain’s Ministry of Industry has cleared the way for subsidies for two battery plants of Envision and Seat under the Perte subsidy programme. One involves cell production, while the other will manage battery assembly. Lire la suite…
Gotion and InoBat outline key points for cell factory in Central Europe
Gotion High-Tech and InoBat Auto are looking to build a battery cell factory in “the Middle-European region.” Construction is scheduled to kick off in 2024, with commissioning in 2026. According to Gotion, it will soon announce contracts with new European customers. Lire la suite…
2024 Mini Countryman EV Debuts In North America, Deliveries To Begin Late Next Year
The most powerful variant comes with a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup that’s good for 308 hp. Lire la suite…
