The Government of Canada says it will invest over $2.4 million in parking provider Indigo Park Canada. The funding will help the company to install 500 EV chargers at 68 sites across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick, three of which will be in Manitoba. Funded through Natural Resources Canada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure […] More…
Tern Quick Haul first ride: Testing out Tern’s most affordable high quality cargo e-bike yet
At Eurobike 2022, I had the chance to test out a number of fun and innovative new electric bikes; one of the models I was most looking forward to was the Tern Quick Haul. Having covered the bike’s unveiling earlier this year, I knew that I was going to want to test out this new lower-cost model to see if it could maintain the high quality reputation that Tern is known for. More…
Mercedes launches production of the hybrid Hypercar One
Mercedes-AMG has started small-scale production of the hybrid-electric Hypercar One with Formula 1 technology. A total of 275 examples of the Mercedes-AMG One will now be built, the first of which are to be delivered to customers during the second half of 2022. The project had been presented at the IAA 2017, but the start […] More…
Allego adapts EV charging fees due to electricity prices
Allego will increase charging tariffs in most European countries in the company’s network on 1 September due to rising electricity prices across Europe. The three levels of charging speeds introduced during the last price rise at the beginning of the year continue to apply. While the UK was not part of the last price increase, […] More…
Porsche Taycan Turbo S Tops Tesla Model S Plaid Nurburgring Record
The Porche undercut the Tesla’s time by about two seconds, but the limited production Nio EP9 is still the EV champ around the ‘Ring.More…
AMTE Power confirms Cosworth as prospective client
Budding battery producer AMTE Power has signed a memorandum of understanding with automotive engineering company Cosworth. The company may use AMTE’s “ultra high power” cells in their specialist electric vehicles that cover many sectors. Cosworth is known chiefly for its long Formula 1 engagement. As for the non-binding agreement with AMTE Power, the cells may […] More…
WiTricity raises $63m; Siemens leading this latest round
Wireless charging specialist WiTricity says it completed a new funding round of $63 million (€60.9m). Anchored by a $25 million investment from Siemens. WiTricity wants to bring its patents into products, including launching a new V2G solution. Siemens announced its investment already in June. The Japan Energy Fund, Mirae Asset Capital, and returning investors Stage […] More…
WiTricity raises another $63m; Siemens leading this latest round
Wireless charging specialist WiTricity says it completed a new funding round of $63 million (€60.9m). Anchored by a $25 million investment from Siemens AG, the round includes new investors and new ones on board. The company wants to bring its patents into products, including launching a new V2G solution. Siemens announced its investment already in […] More…
California: Electric Car Sales Accelerated In H1 2022, Teslas Most Popular
Hybrids were passed and left behind.More…
The Gin X Hybrid Offers E-Bike Features At Standard Bike Prices
The U.K. manufacturer introduces its flagship model, a no-frills, city-focused e-bike.More…
Kia EV6 Wholesale Shipments Reached A New Record In July 2022
Almost 10,000 units in a month suggests higher production.More…
Elon Musk Confirms Tesla Semi Will Enter The Market Later This Year
It will have 500 miles (800 km) of range.More…
Tesla to buy billions worth of nickel in Indonesia
Tesla has signed contracts worth around US$5 billion to buy materials for its batteries from nickel-processing companies in Indonesia, according to a senior Indonesian cabinet minister. Tesla has signed five-year contracts with nickel processing companies operating out of Morowali on the island of Sulawesi, he said. The names of the companies and the quantities purchased […] More…
Musk Sells $6.9B Worth Of Tesla Stock As Forced Twitter Deal Possible
Tesla CEO says the funds could be used to finance a potential Twitter deal if he loses the legal battle with the social media platform.More…
Musk Sells $6.9B Worth Of Tesla Stock, Is Twitter Deal Back On?
Tesla CEO says the funds could be used to finance a potential Twitter deal if he loses the legal battle with the social media platform.More…
Avatr launches first model in China for €50,700
The Chinese electric car subsidiary Avatr under Changan, Nio and CATL has launched its first model on the Chinese market. The coupé-like electric SUV Avatr 11 is based on a 750-volt platform and is available in three regular versions with prices starting at 349,900 yuan. The other two versions of the debut model, which was […] More…
Tesla Semi electric truck with 500 miles of range starts shipping this year, says Musk
Elon Musk announced that the Tesla Semi electric truck with 500 miles of range is going to start shipping this year. More…
Ford raises prices for the F-150 Lightning by up to $8,500
Ford has announced a price increase for its all-electric F-150 Lightning. “Due to significant material cost increases and other factors,” prices for the F-150 Lightning will increase by $6,000 to $8,500 depending on the variant. The price increases do not apply to existing purchasers, according to Ford. The timing of the announcement is also well […] More…
US car subscription service Autonomy orders 22,790 BEVs
The US electric car subscription service Autonomy has ordered 22,790 electric cars worth around 1.2 billion dollars. The provider, which until now has specialised mainly in Tesla models, has ordered a total of 45 different vehicle models from 17 carmakers – including Tesla again. The Californian company had recently announced a cooperation with the US […] More…
Arrival Said To Put Its Car And Bus Projects On Hold, Focus On Van
Arrival is reportedly delaying Bus trials and pausing development of its ride-hailing Car project to get the Van into production.More…
