Tesla is planning to build a factory in Indonesia to produce battery materials, according to a senior politician. An announcement is expected to be made in the coming months. However, there will probably not be a Tesla vehicle plant in the country for the time being. Luhut Pandjaitan, Indonesia’s coordinating minister for investment affairs, said […] More…
Green tech investor Heramba to take over Kiepe Electric
Investment company Heramba wants to buy Knorr-Bremse’s subsidiary Kiepe Electric. The latter specialises in the electrification of urban road and rail transport. The Düsseldorf-based company develops, manufactures and implements power electronics products, hardware for electric drives and vehicle controls, and intelligent software for fleet management and energy management. Kiepe is also a specialist in charging […] More…
Geely and Baidu to build EVs under new Ji Yue brand
Chinese technology company Baidu will launch its first electric model at the end of the year together with carmaker Geely under the new Ji Yue brand. The Ji Yue 01, however, is Jidu Auto’s electric SUV, previously known as the Robo-01. Jidu Auto was the name of the electric car joint venture between Baidu and […] More…
USA: Tesla launches ‘Standard Range’ Model S and X
Tesla launched a new ‘Standard Range’ version of the Model S and Model X in the US. It costs 10,000 dollars less than the previous basic ‘Long Range’ variant, but (obviously) has a shorter range. The latter is limited by software. The Model S can drive 85 miles or 137 kilometres less on one charge […] More…
Wide load! Extra thick four-wheeled electric cargo bikes to replace trucks in New York
A proposed rule update in New York will pave the way for four-wheeled electric cargo bikes, which look like small delivery vans with bicycle pedals, to share the bike lanes and roads. More…
Wide load! Extra thick four-wheeled electric cargo bikes to replace trucks in New York
A proposed rule update in New York will pave the way for four-wheeled electric cargo bikes, which look like small delivery vans with bicycle pedals, to share the bike lanes and roads. More…
Tool chain for ZEVonUDS standard
Vector Informatik has developed a tool chain for the emerging ZEVonUDS standard for onboard diagnostics (OBD) in EVs (writes Nick Flaherty). More…
Tesla launches new Model S and Model X with shorter range and cheaper prices
Tesla has launched two new vehicles of the Model S and Model X. The automaker is bringing back ‘Standard Range’ versions with shorter ranges and cheaper prices. More…
Tesla launches new Model S and Model X with shorter range and cheaper prices
Tesla has launched two new vehicles of the Model S and Model X. The automaker is bringing back ‘Standard Range’ versions with shorter ranges and cheaper prices. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: August 14, 2023
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…
Quick Charge Podcast: August 14, 2023
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…
In US first, Montana youth win lawsuit requiring state to consider climate change
A youth-led climate lawsuit won a historic decision today, with a Montana court ruling that the state must consider climate change and environmental protections in the approval process for new energy projects. More…
In US first, Montana youth win lawsuit requiring state to consider climate change
A youth-led climate lawsuit won a historic decision today, with a Montana court ruling that the state must consider climate change and environmental protections in the approval process for new energy projects. More…
First 100% electric Lamborghini teased ahead of Monterey Car Week debut
We will finally get to see the first 100% electric Lamborghini concept model that we’ve all been waiting for at Monterey Car Week on August 18. More…
VinFast completes SPAC merger, will begin trading on Nasdaq stock market August 15
VinFast has leaped over its very last hurdle, a formality at the very least, to finalize its SPAC Merger with Black Spade Acquisition Company and list on the Nasdaq stock market. All is officially complete, enabling VinFast’s new ticker symbols to begin scrolling tomorrow. More…
VinFast completes SPAC merger, will begin trading on Nasdaq stock market August 15
VinFast has leaped over its very last hurdle, a formality at the very least, to finalize its SPAC Merger with Black Spade Acquisition Company and list on the Nasdaq stock market. All is officially complete, enabling VinFast’s new ticker symbols to begin scrolling tomorrow. More…
Ford revamps BlueCruise hands-free driving access, including free trial for new EV owners
As Ford Motor Company continues to expand the number of branded vehicles equipped with its BlueCruise hands-free driving technology, it is now making the feature more accessible to drivers by offering more flexible subscription plans as well as a free trial for new customers. More…
Good news: Chevy Bolt EV and EUV production will continue longer than expected
General Motors will continue building the 2023 Chevy Bolt EV and EUV electric models longer than initially expected. More…
Leaked images show the new Kia EV5 electric SUV in full ahead of its official debut
Kia’s new EV5 electric SUV is not due for its official release until later this month. However, new leaked images show the compact SUV in full. More…
Leaked images show the new Kia EV5 electric SUV in full ahead of its official debut
Kia’s new EV5 electric SUV is not due for its official release until later this month. However, new leaked images show the compact SUV in full. More…
