This comes shortly after Toyota cut prices of the bZ4X by almost $4,500 in the world’s largest EV market. More…
2023 Nissan Ariya Sees Massive Price Cut Of Almost $9,000 In China
Northvolt to source copper foils from SK Nexelis
SK Group subsidiary SK Nexilis has signed a supply contract with Northvolt for copper foil worth up to 1.4 trillion won (US$1,08 billion). The five-year contract will come into effect next year. The supply volume is to cover about 80 per cent of Northvolt’s copper foil needs during the signed period and is expected to […] More…
Evonik acquires stake in graphene specialist SuperC
German chemical company Evonik has invested an undisclosed sum in Chinese battery specialist SuperC. The latter developed an innovative process to produce few-layer graphene and, in turn, pastes for electrodes in lithium-ion batteries. According to Evonik, SuperC’s graphene-based electrode material is already used in products from major Chinese battery manufacturers. The company wants to open […] More…
VinFast Recalls Almost 2,800 Cars Because The Front Brake Calipers Might Be Loose
The vehicles were sold in Vietnam, but US-bound cars will also be checked. More…
Will Tesla take over lithium miner Sigma
Tesla seems to be looking into a possible takeover of the Canadian mining company Sigma Lithium. According to insiders, Tesla has been talking to advisors about a possible bid. However, the US Company is not the only interested party. Bloomberg first reported the news. However, Tesla is also considering other mining options, which is why […] More…
Toyota Shows GRIP EV Prototype That Can Turn On A Dime And “Crab Walk”
The four-wheel steering prototype has in-wheel motors and drive-by-wire. More…
New brake components from ZF Aftermarket
ZF Aftermarket is launching three new or revised TRW products for brake repairs, including a copper-free version of TRW Electric Blue brake pads for EVs. In addition, it has announced a new design of brake hoses, and a low abutment clip with active spring return. ZF says its TRW pads consist of an average of […] More…
Ram closes reservations for Ram 1500 REV
Ram Truck no longer accepts reservations or pre-orders for its all-electric pickup truck, the Ram 1500 REV. Demand is apparently so high that the manufactured had close access to the “Ram REV Insider+ Membership”. This comes only a week after the company presented a first look at the vehicle during the Super Bowl. From then, […] More…
Ola Electric builds EV and battery plant in India
Ola Electric is investing 920 million dollars in producing electric vehicles and batteries in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. According to an agreement with the state government, the money will come from the company’s subsidiaries Ola Electric Technologies and Ola Cell Technologies. A total of 140,000 four-wheeled EVs will eventually be produced in […] More…
Nissan cuts prices of Ariya in China
Japanese carmaker Nissan is selling its Ariya at a discount in China. It took off 60,000 yuan (around 8,200 euros) of its initial price, saying this was a limited-time offer. Nissan is not the first EV maker to drop prices to spur demand in China. The Ariya is Nissan’s highest-priced electric car in China, offered […] More…
BYD announces new Dealer Partnerships in Europe
Chinese carmaker BYD has added two new dealer cooperation to its network in Europe. Motor Distributors Ltd (MLD) is active in Ireland and will offer BYD models at select locations, including in Dublin and Cork. RSA, a dealer with whom BYD already cooperates in Norway, will offer the Chinese EVs in Finland and Iceland. According […] More…
Tesla Semi And Cybertruck Prototypes Spotted With Lidar Sensors In The Wild
The company previously stated that lidar technology is overblown. More…
This Year, EVgo Will Renew Hundreds DC Fast Charging Stalls
In 2022, the company upgraded, replaced or removed well over 100 charging stalls to enhance user experience. More…
Tesla Cut Price Of CCS Combo 1 Adapter By 30% To $175
The device enables users to charge Tesla electric cars using third-party charging networks. More…
Fully Electric Air Taxi Completes New York Test Flight
The world’s first fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) air taxi will begin commercial flights in 2026. More…
How To Become A Public EV Charging Expert, Unwritten Rules Revealed
If you’re a new EV owner or considering an EV, there are things you should know about charging, or you’ll struggle and irritate others. More…
Dacia Sales VP Believes Heavy EVs Are “Unacceptable”
Dacia’s first EV, the Spring, weighs just 2138 lbs. More…
Tesla Owner Robbed At Gunpoint, Police Need Help Identifying Suspect
Thanks to Tesla’s built-in dashcam, the owner has footage of the entire incident. Who is this guy? More…
2023 Audi e-tron S/e-tron S Sportback: Same EPA Range, Higher Price
The tri-motor duo starts at around $90,000, but barely exceeds 200 miles of EPA Combined range. More…
Free electric bikes? How many US cities and states are handling e-bike subsidies
Electric bikes have proven themselves to be one of the most effective tools available for getting drivers out of cars and into more affordable, sustainable and healthier forms of transportation. And as more cities come to that realization, we’re seeing a growing number of e-bike rebates and other subsidy programs rolling out nationwide. More…
