Iveco has published the technical details of the eDaily. The company is currently exhibiting the battery-electric van as well as a fuel cell variant at the IAA Transportation. Iveco also announced the first customer for the BEV model: Petit Forestier has ordered 2,000 units. With the eDaily, Iveco has emphasized versatility: The electric vehicle will […] More…
The G-Force ZM E-Bike Offers Budget-Friendly Go-Anywhere Capability
The ZM boasts motorcycle-inspired styling similar to that of Super73. More…
Volkswagen to upgrade Chemnitz factory
Volkswagen is planning to adjust production at the Chemnitz engine plant in future as part of the transformation to electric mobility. Up to now, only combustion engines have been produced at the plant. At a works meeting, the first eMobility component from Chemnitz was announced. The news agency DPA has reported on the preparations for […] More…
GM invests in and cooperates with Lithion Recycling
General Motors has acquired a stake in Canadian company Lithion Recycling. The two North American companies have also entered into a strategic partnership to jointly further develop battery recycling processes. The investment arm of the US carmaking giant, GM Ventures, has invested an undisclosed amount in Lithion Recycling in a Series A financing round. The […] More…
Kitty Hawk may have flown its last flight
Kitty Hawk, the electric aviation startup backed by Google co-founder Larry Page is shutting down. The company said in a tweet and a LinkedIn post that it was winding down operations. “We’re still working on the details of what’s next”, the posts on social media read. Their first test flight had launched in 2018 with an […] More…
Volkswagen Group Peeks Into The Future Of AVs With Gen.Travel Study
The all-electric research vehicle is fully autonomous (Level 5) and features a modular interior that can transport up to four people. More…
Tesla sends out invites for AI Day 2, teases Full Self-Driving, Tesla Bot, Dojo, and more
Tesla has started sending out invites for its AI Day 2022, and the automaker is teasing more information on Full Self-Driving, Tesla Bot, Dojo, and more. More…
BorgWarner’s plans for high-voltage commercial vehicle power systems
Total cost of ownership, long service life and packaging efficiency that frees mass and volume for cargo and passengers are essential requirements for all commercial vehicles (CVs) – and meeting all those needs is a challenge as the sector transitions to electric power, according to Harry Husted, BorgWarner’s vice-president and CTO (writes Peter Donaldson). Speaking […] More…
VW Swaps Salesperson For Alexa In Interactive ID.4 Test Drives
The Amazon Alexa guided test drive is enabled through an Echo Auto device on the vehicle’s dashboard. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 22, 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…
Rivian’s fast-charging network expands, other automakers need to pay attention
Rivian’s network of DC fast-charging stations, called the Rivian Adventure Network, is slowly but surely expanding with a new station this week. Other automakers should pay attention and possibly follow the same strategy. More…
How Jeep’s solar-powered EV chargers compare to Rivian’s Adventure Network
Owning a Jeep comes with the perk of being able to drive both on and off-road. To accommodate its drivers who tend to take the road less traveled, Jeep released plans to roll out solar-powered EV chargers across popular off-roading trails. Meanwhile, Rivian, a new favorite in the EV industry and expected competitor in the rugged SUV market, also plans to launch its own charging network for off-road enthusiasts. How do the two compare. More…
These countries lead the world in renewables manufacturing and installation
A global renewable energy employment report released today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) reveals which countries are leading the world in wind and solar manufacturing and installation. More…
Xpeng G9 Electric SUV Debuts In China With 480 KW Charging
It can add 124 miles / 200 km of range in just five minutes, quicker than any other production EV. More…
Grizzl-E Smart Commercial Charging Bundle
The bundle includes the charger, payment processing software, and trackable charging data. More…
Xos adds DC fast chargers to its repertoire to support passenger and commercial EVs
Commercial EV manufacturer Xos, Inc. has announced a further expansion of its infrastructural offerings to support fleet and passenger EV drivers alike. The company’s “Xos Energy Solutions” business unit will now offer a new suite of DC fast chargers, delivering portable and wall-mounted power between 30kW and 300kW. More…
Hit The Road In Style With Heybike’s Cityscape Electric Commuter Bike
$800 is all it takes to commute in style with the CityScape. More…
China Unhappy With New US EV Subsidies, Will Do Something About It
The world’s largest producer of EVs and EV batteries is not ready to say what retaliatory measures it has in mind, though. More…
Renault Megane E-Tech Moose Test: 74 km/h (46 mph)
There was a chance for a higher result, but the car’s balance was quite inconsistent. More…
Toyota’s Upcoming “bZ3” Sedan Takes Aim At The Tesla Model 3
The Toyota electric sedan will begin its journey in China, with European sales likely to follow in 2024. More…
