Volvo has extensively revised the drive systems of its electric models XC40 and C40. In the all-wheel drive models, an asynchronous motor replaces the previously used permanent synchronous motor on the front axle. The new motor layout of the all-wheel-drive models also has consequences for the single-motor models. Until now, the single-motor variants have simply […] More…
Tesla Sold 100,291 China-Made EVs In November, A New Record
BYD outsold Tesla in China last month with 113,915 pure electric vehicle deliveries, though. More…
Volkswagen is rethinking their upcoming flagship model ‘Trinity’
The new VW Group CEO Oliver Blume and Brand CEO Thomas Schäfer continue to readjust the plans of their predecessors. According to a media report, the design draft for the new electric flagship Trinity has fallen through – the model will be redesigned. As reported by German publication Automobilwoche, the previous body design of a […] More…
Tesla (TSLA) achieves record deliveries in China, but reportedly slows down output [Updated]
Tesla (TSLA) achieved record deliveries and exports in China in November with over 100,000 China-made vehicles in a single month. More…
Tesla (TSLA) achieves record deliveries in China, but reportedly slows down output
Tesla (TSLA) achieved record deliveries and exports in China in November with over 100,000 China-made vehicles in a single month. More…
Vibracoustic introduces modular mounts for electric motors
NVH products supplier Vibracoustic has unveiled a modular thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) bushing and a polymer beam mount for electric motors in battery EVs. The company says they reduce weight and simplify assembly while also meeting OEM requirements for stiffness and isolation performance. Their integration ranges from bushings to a more sophisticated beam mount. The motor […] More…
Ford To Supply Over 2,000 E-Transit Vans To Deutsche Post DHL Group
The vehicles will be delivered to Deutsche Post DHL Group global locations by the end of 2023. More…
DHL is getting 2,000 Ford electric vans, smarts to manage them
Ford announced Monday that its Ford Pro unit will deliver 2,000 electric delivery vans to Deutsche Post DHL Group worldwide, by the end of 2023. Nested behind this is a piece of news that signals a far greater impact over the long term: The deal includes an memorandum of understanding (MOU) for future vehicles, plus DHL’s implementation of… More…
Ford Pro advances DHL’s EV rollout with over 2,000 E-Transit electric vans
Ford Pro, the automaker’s software and commercial fleet division, announced today it has entered into a new agreement with logistics leader Deutsche Post DHL Group (DHL). The deal is designed to accelerate electric van deployment, starting with Ford supplying over 2,000 E-Transit EV vans to DHL by the end of 2023.. More…
Interview with Mobilize CEO Clotilde Delbos: “The car becomes a revenue platform”
Mobilize is a new brand of Renault Group to develop the future of mobility, yet many don’t understand how its concept of mobility services can be profitable. We met Clotilde Delbos, CEO of Mobilize and Deputy CEO of Renault Group, in Berlin for an exclusive interview. The French CEO talked about the Mobilize business model, […] More…
US: Ford Doubled BEV Sales Again In November 2022
One in 22 new Ford vehicles sold in November was all-electric. More…
Tesla Model Y Vs Chevrolet Bolt EUV: Do They Even Compare?
These electric crossovers have many features in common, and you could buy two Bolts for the price of one Tesla. More…
RIvian R1T: Lessons Learned Over 10,000 Miles Of Ownership
The electric truck was a pricey investment they hoped would be perfect for their family. Let’s see how it’s actually going. More…
Tesla Model 3 prototype spotted ahead of rumored design refresh
A new Tesla Model 3 prototype with camouflage has been spotted in California ahead of a rumored refresh coming next year. More…
US: Kia EV6 Sales Dropped To New Low In November
Are sales going to rebound? More…
Tesla Launches 1,000-Volt Powertrain: Semi Is First But Not The Last
It’s for efficiency and higher charging power. More…
Owner Reveals How Ford F-150 Lightning Handles Snow
Does Ford’s electric truck conquer adverse weather conditions? More…
AAA expands EV offerings with mobile charging, trip planning
More than a decade after launching a mobile EV charging pilot program, AAA is launching a second, larger-scale program that will offer mobile charging to members in 14 U.S. metropolitan areas. The new pilot program offers mobile charging for free to AAA members in the following cities: San Francisco; Indianapolis; Philadelphia; Orlando; Nashville;… More…
What’s the status of California’s upcoming $10M electric bike rebate program?
California allocated $10 million for a rebate program to help make electric bikes more affordable. But hang on there; it’s not active quite yet. More…
Mate Rimac Says Bugatti Joint Venture Is Profitable “Beyond Expectations”
The partnership between the two hypercar brands was announced back in July 2021. More…
