“We’ve built our robotaxi from the ground up. Now, to truly test it, we have to break it apart.” That’s the sentiment shared by robotaxi developer Zoox as it looks to finally launch its truly driverless EV to the public soon. In the final chapter of its “Putting Zoox to the Test” YouTube series, Zoox shared unique safety features that went into the robotaxi design and, of course, included plenty of footage of its EV getting smashed up. See more below.. More…
Schaffner’s new EMC solution for residential EV charging stations
EMC systems developer Schaffner has announced a new series of RF chokes, which it says allow designers of residential EV charging stations to cut the cost of complying with regulations by selecting a choke More…
Mondraker Unveils The Chaser X, A Rugged, Urban-Focused E-MTB
It’s built atop the foundation of the popular Chaser full-suspension mountain bike, and packs a Bosch Performance Line CX motor. More…
Exclusive: Tesla is about to launch Powerwall 3
Tesla is preparing to launch Powerwall 3, the third generation of its home battery pack, according to information obtained by Electrek. More…
Genesis takes a page from Tesla with home solution for EV charging, solar, energy storage
Genesis revealed plans today for a Tesla-like all-in-one home energy solution with electric vehicle charging, solar panels, and an energy storage system. More…
The UK is about to build its largest-ever grid-scale battery
Battery maker Invinity Energy Systems has been awarded £11 million ($13.7 million) by the British government to build the UK’s largest-ever grid-scale battery storage. More…
Global Plug-In Electric Car Sales Exceeded 800,000 In February 2023
The average market share improved to 14 percent. More…
Volkswagen ID.7 flagship electric sedan full specs and images leaked
Sedans are making a comeback. Volkswagen’s all-new upper midsize electric ID.7 sedan has finally shown its face without camouflage. Ahead of its world premiere on Monday, April 17, in China, the full details and images of VW’s fully electric ID.7 saloon have emerged.. More…
EPA’s Strongest Emissions Standards Ever Will Boost EVs, Save US Money: Livestream
Live at 11 AM Eastern, the EPA discusses how it will up the ante to reduce tailpipe emissions, which should greatly increase EV sales. More…
EPA tailpipe emissions rules for 2027-2032: EVs not mandated
The EPA on Wednesday proposed a new phase of tougher emissions standards for model years 2027 to 2032 that would trigger a massive increase in the sales of EVs—but not technically mandate them. The proposed standards aims for fleet average emissions of 82 grams of CO2 per mile by the 2032 model year, a 56% reduction in emissions from the… More…
Alfa Romeo’s First EV Coming In 2024 Based On Jeep Avenger: Report
Alfa Romeo’s subcompact SUV will reportedly offer both BEV and mild-hybrid gasoline variants, distinct styling than the Avenger. More…
Tesla delivers a new fleet of Tesla Semi electric trucks to PepsiCo
Tesla has delivered a new fleet of up to 21 Tesla Semi electric trucks to PepsiCo as the automaker slowly ramps up the much-delayed vehicle program. More…
VW reveals first details of new MEB drive system APP550
Volkswagen has unveiled a new generation of drive units for the Modular Electric Building Kit MEB. The rear-axle drive APP550 comprises a completely newly developed power unit – which is supposed to offer more power with improved efficiency at the same time. Attentive readers will already be familiar with the APP550: This drive unit has […] More…
New And Improved Tesla Yoke Reportedly Coming Soon
Perhaps Tesla’s new Yoke will appeal to a wider audience. It could be the Yoke we already saw in the Cybertruck at Investor Day. More…
Poll: Nearly half in US support EV incentives, fewer to buy them
Public support for EV incentives and charging infrastructure is strong, but Americans aren’t necessarily buying EVs for themselves, according to a new poll. Conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and the University of Chicago’s Energy Policy Institute (EPIC), the poll showed significant support for measures to… More…
Charging infrastructure on expansion course in the UK
Family brewer and pub company Wells & Co have announced the installation of their first 23 rapid electric vehicle charging points at seven of their sites in the UK. Charging company Osprey is set to help help with the plans, as well as ramping up its charging network rollout across the UK. Wells & Co […] More…
NaaS Technology launches charging robot in China
The Chinese EV charging service providers NaaS Technology has launched a charging robot in China. The robots take care of charging processes when electric cars are parked in carpark buildings, for example. The charging bot has mechanical arms that automatically dock onto the car’s charging port and completes charging and payment processes. This should allow […] More…
Volta provides electric trucks for testing in the USA
Volta Trucks will unveil its Volta Zero electric truck at the US ACT Expo trade show in early May this year. US customers are expected to receive some examples of the Volta Zero in Classes 6 and 7 for fleet testing by the end of 2023, followed soon after by the market launch. The Swedish […] More…
Rivian To Become Profitable In 2024, Launch Cheaper R2 Model A Year Later
The estimates were revealed by the brand’s CFO. More…
Original Tesla Cybertruck Touted In New Video From The Peterson
While the Cybertruck rubs many people the wrong way, it has secured a spot in the history books before even coming to market. More…
