Volkswagen may turn to Magna International to help them relaunch the Scout brand in the USA with a range of “rugged” new offroad EVs. Apparently, VW is in talks with the contract manufacturer and continues to consider getting a dedicated new platform for these vehicles. According to German media, the companies were in talks over […] More…
US: In Q3, Mitsubishi Sold The Last Few 2022 Outlander PHEVs

Starting in November, the company will begin deliveries of the all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. More…
Amazon pushes €1 billion into decarbonising operations in Europe
Amazon has announced investing over one billion euros into decarbonising its logistics operations in Europe within the next five years. The online retailer targets doubling the electric vehicle fleets with plans for purchasing thousands of new EVs, including large trucks and corresponding mega-watt charging infrastructure. Amazon is reportedly already using thousands of zero-emission vehicles across […] More…
The Zectron Folding E-Bike Is A Compact City Slicker With Outstanding Range

This tiny two-wheeler claims a jaw-dropping 150-mile range on a single charge. More…
NIO Enters Four New Euro Markets With Lease-Only ET7, ET5 And EL7

The EL7 is the ES7 SUV that NIO had to rename in Europe to settle a trademark dispute with Audi. More…
Tesla doubles down on tribal land loophole to get around dumb direct-sale ban
Tesla has doubled down on its plan to build sales and service centers on tribal land as a loophole to get around New Mexico’s dumb direct-sale ban. More…
From black mass to high-purity cobalt
Aqua Metals has demonstrated a key step in using recycled elements in the production of lithium-ion cells for EVs (writes Nick Flaherty). The company, based in Nevada, has successfully plated high-purity cobalt and produced manganese dioxide from lithium-ion battery black mass. Black mass is the result of the recycling process of lithium ion battery cells […] More…
Everrati unveils electrified Porsche 911 (964) Wide Body Cabriolet
Everrati has announced that its electrified version of the Porsche 911 (964) Wide Body Cabriolet – the first of its kind in the world – is now available. It has more than double the output of the original car, on which it is based, and comes in 440 bhp or 500 bhp options and with […] More…
Rivian Recalls 12,200 Vehicles Over Steering And Suspension Hazard

The voluntary recall covers almost all the R1T, R1S and EDV electric vehicles Rivian has delivered so far. More…
Review: 2023 Kia Niro EV, hybrid, and PHEV up their efficiency credentials
The 2023 Kia Niro lineup is the second generation of the Korean brand’s most energy- and fuel-efficient model. Like the Niro that first arrived in 2017, it’s offered in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric versions. On sale now, the 2023 Niro Hybrid is the least expensive, starting at $27,785 and topping out around $35,000 (all… More…
2023 Kia Niro EV first drive – where does this ‘intelligent EV’ fit in Kia’s lineup?
Kia invited us to San Diego to drive the refreshed all-electric 2023 Kia Niro EV, a significant update from the original e-Niro. More…
Nissan Ariya (91 kWh) Noted Good Results In Bjørn Nyland’s Range Test

The range is almost a third higher than in the case of 66 kWh battery version (both front-wheel drive). More…
You Can No Longer Order The Entry-Level Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford has paused orders for the base Select model as it seemingly can’t keep up with demand. More…
Amazon will spend €1 billion on electric vans and trucks in Europe
Amazon announced that it will spend €1 billion to electrify its delivery fleet in Europe over the next five years, according to Reuters. More…
First All-Electric Bugatti Reportedly Not Due Until After 2030

The W16 may be gone, but Bugatti won’t be going all-electric anytime soon. More…
Amazon Orders 20 Volvo FH Electric Trucks

They are expected to drive more than one million road kilometres annually. More…
Watch Ford F-150 Lightning Take On 702 HP Ram TRX In Drag Race

How does Ford’s electric F-150 stack up against the most powerful ICE truck on sale? More…
US: BMW Set New Plug-in Car Sales Record In Q3 2022

The company delivered more than 10,000 units, including over 4,000 BEVs. More…
US: Nissan LEAF Sales Noted The Worst Third Quarter Ever

The result was almost half of what it was a year ago. More…
Volvo Global Plug-In Car Sales Returned To Growth In September 2022

The company sold more than 15,000 plug-ins, including a record number of all-electric cars. More…