Last November, Audi announced a rebranding of its flagship e-tron model to the Q8 e-tron, establishing it as its top-of-the-line EV model and solidifying its place in the c-segment without any more confusion. I recently got the opportunity to explore the added performance of both the Audi Q8 e-tron quattro and Sportback through the Redwoods and along the coast of Sonoma County in California. Here are my thoughts. More…
2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron First Drive Review: Maturity Beckons
Audi’s refreshed EV gets with the times thanks to a 285-mile range and a sensible new name. More…
Tesla Model Y Caught Fire, Total Loss: Owner Demanding Answers
The owner reportedly contacted Tesla Customer Service and was told to bring the car to a Service Center. More…
Report: Tesla Has The Best Brand Loyalty Of Any Automaker
The EV manufacturer now has a brand loyalty rating of 67%. More…
Chevy Silverado EV WT vs. Ford F-150 Lightning Pro: Electric work trucks compared
With pricing information for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Work Truck (WT) trickling out ahead of its planned launch, it’s time for an initial comparison with the rival Ford F-150 Lightning Pro, simply by price and range. Both the Silverado EV WT and Lightning Pro are aimed at fleet customers rather than retail buyers, addressing an important… More…
BMW is adding AWD and RWD options to its i4 and i7 EVs this year
BMW USA just shared a model update for summer 2023 that includes two new EV variants consumers should see delivered before year’s end. First, BMW is introducing a lower priced all-wheel drive (AWD) version of its i4 Gran Coupe, plus a rear-wheel drive (RWD) version of the new i7 EV. Those models will also feature a new operating system from BMW called iDrive 8.5. More…
Feds tackle EV charger reliability in US infrastructure buildout
There’s a lot riding on the success and effectiveness of the $7.5 billion nationwide network of EV chargers that’s taking form based on the last week’s updates from the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation. Tesla has its comprehensive Supercharger network for its vehicles, and the Electrify America network has allowed EV road… More…
Ford Three-Row Electric SUV Coming In 2025 With 350 Miles Of Range
Ford’s chief advanced product development and technology officer, Doug Field, likened the upcoming model to an Expedition. More…
Cadillac Escalade IQ Is The First All-Electric Escalade
It will be revealed later this year. More…
New PVY Z20 Plus E-Bike Combines Practicality With Off-Road Capability
The rugged folding e-bike has an ongoing crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. More…
Gotion High-Tech prepares LMFP cell production
The Chinese battery cell manufacturer Gotion High-Tech has presented a battery cell based on lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP), intended to help electric cars achieve ranges of 1,000 kilometres according to Chinese standards. Progress at Gotion High-Tech is closely monitored in Germany since Volkswagen has been the largest single shareholder in the Chinese battery cell […] More…
ChargeX Consortium Aims To Improve US Public EV Charging
The new group has nearly 30 members, including Tesla, Ford, and Electrify America. More…
BMW and Tyde unveil fast electric boat in Cannes
BMW and boat manufacturer Tyde have unveiled a groundbreaking electric boat in Cannes. Dubbed The Icon, this watercraft represents a “new kind of flagbearer,” according to BMW, when it comes to zero-emission vessels. The company also called the boat a trailblazer for a “new breed of watercraft” which “redefines the relationship between the dimensions, top […] More…
LGES to buy lithium from GT1 in Canada
South Korean battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution (LGES) is investing in Australian-based lithium miner Green Technology Metals (GT1) and has signed a preliminary supply agreement with GT1 for North America. LGES is investing AUD 20 million (around €12 million) in Australian-based lithium miner Green Technology Metals (GT1). Under the preliminary supply agreement, LGES will secure […] More…
GMC Hummer EV Battery Teardown Reveals Excessive Complexity, Weight
The Hummer EV’s massive battery pack requires no fewer than 3,500 welds because it’s mostly made of stamped steel. More…
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB: A Practical Premium BEV Starting At $53,900
It’s a five seater, with a three-row (seven-seat) option. More…
Tesla Heavily Discounts New Inventory, Model 3 Leases Now Start At Just $384 A Month
Plenty of affordable deals are now up for grabs. More…
Panasonic to quadruple its battery production
Panasonic wants to increase its annual production capacity for EV battery cells to 200 GWh by March 2031. That would be around four times what it currently produces. To do so, Panasonic is focusing more on production in North America. The company will build at least two new factories to produce 4680 battery cells by […] More…
Heliox and Cummins bring two new DC chargers to North America
Dutch charging infrastructure specialist Heliox will launch two new chargers in North America. These will be available through Cummins’ North America distribution network. The two companies have signed an agreement for Cummins to provide both sales and service of Heliox’s chargers in the region. They are thus making the mobile 50 kW DC charger, Mobile […] More…
Watch Modified Tesla Model S Set A New Lap Record At Willow Springs By Accident
Unplugged Performance’s “Dark Helmet” was doing hot laps for Pikes Peak. More…
