Peugeot has officially confirmed all-electric versions for the 308 and its estate offshoot, the 308 SW. The duo will be on the market from mid-2023 and, as expected, will have a new electric motor on board. The French company also provided a detailed look at the technical data sheet of the double pack. The model’s […] More…
There’s no easy-going for Tesla’s Autopilot in Germany
Tesla has to improve its driver assistance system Autopilot in Germany once more. The Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) identified weaknesses in the system months ago. Tesla has since been able to resolve some of the complaints, but according to a KBA spokesperson, “further remedial measures are still being tested and validated”. While some of […] More…
ZEEKR becomes first EV maker to adopt CATL’s Qilin battery
ZEEKR, the e-mobility technology brand from Geely Holding Group, and CATL have announced that the former will become the first EV brand to use CATL’s Qilin battery, which uses the third generation of cell-to-pack technology. The ZEEKR 009 luxury MPV will be the first vehicle to use the new battery, with deliveries beginning in the […] More…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 12, 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…
Meet the new off-road camper that acts as its own microgrid and can charge your EV
Finally, electric camping has arrived. For those who want to get in touch with nature but worry about charging availability, Campworks has the solution for you. The redesigned Campworks NS-1 is like nothing you’ve seen before. The solar-powered camper (caravan) can store energy and use it to power your EV, or any other electrical device for that matter, while the interior is adaptable for every situation.. More…
Tesla has access to all the batteries it needs for the first time
Tesla has access to all the battery cells it needs for the first time, according to Martin Viecha, the vice president of investor relations at Tesla. More…
An electric Audi R8 successor is (finally) coming around 2025
Audi is working an all-electric successor to its R8 supercar to be released around “mid-decade,” according to a new report from Autocar. While the new EV won’t carry the R8 name, it will hold the spot at the top of the Audi lineup with higher performance than the e-tron GT. More…
Atlis To Use ArcelorMittal’s Steel Know-How To Speed Up XT EV Project
ArcellorMittal’s S-in motion lightweight steel solutions will be used to bring the Atlis XT electric work truck to market sooner. More…
Mitsubishi Fuso Unveils Next Generation eCanter
The company is also preparing for large scale production starting in 2023. More…
VinFast prepares to enter US, Europe, and Canada after delivering first 100 VF 8 EVs
Vietnamese automaker, VinFast, is moving quickly after unveiling a full portfolio of electric vehicles last year. After an explosive entrance in 2021, VinFast looks to become a household name as the first 100 customers receive their new VF 8 EVs, and the automaker sets its sights on a global expansion.. More…
Razor Introduces The EcoSmart Cargo Electric Scooter For Grown-Ups
The kick scooter from our childhoods has evolved into an urban mobility solution for grown-ups. More…
Autel Energy Presents EV 101: Learning to Speak EV
Thinking about buying an EV or at least starting your research? Our handy glossary will help take you from clueless to qualified in no time. More…
Tesla FSD Beta 10.69.2 Hits Downtown Detroit: Is It Really That Good?
Our favorite Detroit-based Tesla FSD Beta tester tests the latest version. It’s impressive, but there are still edge cases. More…
Tesla’s “Untrained” Service Staff Head Back To Sales For Q3’s End
Tesla had to pull sales staff to help with service. However, now they’re needed for another end-of-quarter delivery surge. More…
Tesla’s first Supercharger V4 station with Megapack and solar gives a glimpse at the future
Tesla’s first known Supercharger V4 station is coming to Arizona, and the plans include a Megapack and solar array – giving us a glimpse at the future of charging. More…
Tesla’s Giga Berlin Said To Target 5,000 Model Ys A Week By Q1 2023
If the intel is accurate, the spectacular production increase would allow Tesla to boost Model Y deliveries even further in Europe. More…
Vinfast delivers first 100 VF 8 electric SUVs in Vietnam, US arrival still set for this year
Vinfast reported on Saturday that it has delivered the first 100 of its VF 8 electric SUVs in its home market of Vietnam, ahead of wider availability and international deliveries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe expected by the end of the year. At a delivery event held at the company’s Hai Phong manufacturing complex the company said it… More…
EV street sweepers may be coming to your city, courtesy of Ideanomics and GEP
Street sweepers play a critical role in keeping our streets clean and safe. However, on top of brushing dust particles into the air, they also produce harmful emissions. Ideanomics now has a solution for this by using its electric platform to power the next generation of EV street sweepers.. More…
Freudenberg receives type approval for methanol-fuel cell ship drive
Freudenberg e-Power Systems has received type approval from the international classification society RINA for its methanol-powered fuel cell system for use in maritime applications. According to Freudenberg, this is a significant step towards making ocean shipping climate-neutral. The seal confirms the safety of the system and its conformity to maritime standards and regulations and lays […] More…
UK funds battery & e-mobility projects with £25 million
A series of battery, electronics, mining, and recycling projects have scooped up a share of £25 million in government funding this week designed to help scale up the supply chain for electric vehicle manufacturing and recycling in the UK. The aim of the funding pot is to develop “high-value, end-to-end electrified automotive supply chain” in […] More…
