DAF Trucks has unveiled all-electric versions for its new generation DAF XD and XF truck ranges. Available to order now, the XD Electric and XF Electric are scheduled to be assembled on a new production line in Eindhoven from 2023. Both models feature modular powertrains with Paccar e-motors producing between 170 to 350 kW and […] More…
BMW presents a one-off, monster electric dune buggy
In a new video, BMW shows the prototype of a purely electric off-roader. However, the 400 kW ‘Dune Taxi’ is apparently only a one-off for promotional purposes. The concept electric buggy is based on the Odyssey 21, the all-wheel drive electric racer built by Spark Racing Technology which is supplied to every competing Extreme E […] More…
Flextem’s PTC heating films for batteries
Heating is as important as cooling in the thermal management of battery packs, since lithium-ion batteries need to be held within the temperature range specified by the cell manufacturer if they are to operate safely and efficiently, and achieve their maximum service life (writes Peter Donaldson). Efficient, self-regulating positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heaters constitute an […] More…
First Volta Zero Production Verification Prototype Made In Austria
The commercial EV startup expects to start series production for customer specification vehicles in early 2023. More…
MG Launches 2023 MG4 Electric In Europe With €28,420 Base Price
The UK-based Chinese automaker calls the Volkswagen ID.3 rival “MG Motor’s most important car to date.” More…
Kia will produce electric vehicles in the US in 2024 to get EV tax credit
Kia will start producing electric vehicles in the United States starting in 2024 in order to qualify for new EV tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act, according to Korean news outlets Maeli Business News and SBS. More…
EV market share in Southeast doubles as industry brings almost $33 billion to the region
If you see more electric vehicles across the southern United States, it’s not just you. According to the annual Transportation Electrification in the Southeast report, EV market share in the region doubled from last year with Tesla and Hyundai leading the way. And, perhaps more important, the industry’s growth is bringing new jobs to the region. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 19, 2022
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. More…
Tesla expands its Full Self-Driving Beta to 60,000 more owners
Tesla has decided to expand its Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta program for the first time in a long time. After adding 60,000 additional owners, Tesla’s FSD Beta will have over 160,000 people in the program. More…
BrightDrop unveils temp-controlled eCart for hauling 350 lbs of groceries; Kroger signs as first customer
General Motors’ commercial EV brand BrightDrop announced its intention to bring clean mobility to the world of groceries with its newly unveiled product, the Trace Grocery. The electrified cart (eCart) comes with multiple temperature controlled compartments to assist store employees in efficiently fulfilling online orders before they are picked up. Grocery giant Kroger intends to sign on as the first BrightDrop Trace customer. More…
Solar panels launched into space may soon send power back to Earth
LONGi Green Energy, the world’s largest solar company, is going to launch solar panels into space to test whether they can successfully work in orbit and transmit power back to Earth. More…
Dacia To Keep Internal Combustion Engines For As Long As Possible
The Romanian automaker currently only sells one EV, the Dacia Spring, which is actually built in China. More…
FLASH aims for a more reliable EV charging experience with its cloud-based OS
FLASH, a software-based parking company, is launching a new cloud-based EV charging solution aimed at reducing charging downtime. The new EV charging solution is based entirely on the cloud, allowing owners to maintain chargers in real-time from anywhere. More…
MOD’s New Black E-Bike Is Ready To Embark On Adventures Big And Small
A full suspension frame and a punch electric motor allow you to ride beyond the pavement. More…
Rivian shows off custom fleet of electric mobile service vans and R1T pickups in video walkthrough
American EV automaker Rivian is rolling out a new all-electric fleet of mobile service vehicles to support the growing number of R1T pickups and R1S SUVs hitting roads around the US. In addition to the images we’ve captured below, you’ll see a video posted by CEO RJ Scaringe, showing Rivian Vans and R1Ts being outfitted with a range mobile service equipment.. More…
Tesla Giga Shanghai Production Capacity Updates Are Complete
Tesla is increasing its production capacity across the globe and targeting 22,000 Model 3 and Y units per week in China. More…
Tesla is aiming for massive sale ramp-up in Germany
Tesla is reportedly aiming for a massive sale ramp-up in Germany to 80,000 vehicles in 2022, powered by Gigafactory Berlin. More…
Renault presents Trafic E-Tech Electric
Renault has equipped its Trafic transporter van with an electric drive. Representing the 3.0-tonne class, the electric vehicle called Trafic E-Tech Electric adds another light commercial vehicle to Renault’s electric vehicle range. Like its sister models with combustion engines, the electric delivery van is built in Sandouville. The Trafic E-Tech Electric is based on the […] More…
Quantron presents H2 fuel cell truck with 1,500 km-range
At the IAA Transportation trade show in Germany, German truck converter and manufacturer Quantron presented the QHM FCEV Heavy Truck created with Ballard Power Systems, a tractor unit for heavy long-distance transport with a range of up to 1,500 kilometres. Quantron also displayed other fuel cell and battery commercial vehicles on its stand at the […] More…
Sunwoda to build battery plant with Donfeng in China
The Chinese battery manufacturer Sunwoda Electric Vehicle Battery is building a battery factory with Dongfeng in the city of Yichang in the Chinese province of Hubei. The plant will be designed for an annual production capacity of 30 GWh and is to be built in two phases. The construction and operation of the battery factory […] More…
