Tesla is reportedly delaying initial production of the Cybertruck until the end of the first quarter of 2023, according to a Thursday evening report from Reuters. That would mean deliveries—likely to happen in very small numbers at first, given the Cybertruck’s innovative stainless-steel body—would likely not start until spring… More…
Rivian Partners With Adopt A Charger To Install EV Charging Points
The move will add dozens of free level 2 charging stations at Yosemite National Park and the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. More…
EU to demand stricter CO2 standards for new cars
There are signs of a possible further tightening of the EU targets for CO2 emissions from new cars. After the EU Commission had submitted its proposals for this in July 2021, it is now the EU Parliament’s turn – and it has apparently demanded stricter interim targets until 2035. According to various media reports, Jan […] More…
General Motors struggles with electrification
General Motors has very ambitious plans for electric vehicles. In the present, however, things look extremely meagre: The US car company has delivered just 26 electric cars in Q4 2021. General Motors is currently struggling with the ongoing recall of the Bolt EV and Bolt EUV and the associated production stop for the electric vehicles. […] More…
Nissan: Cheaper Leaf To Coexist With Ariya In The United States
Both EVs are eligible for the federal tax credit that brings the base Leaf’s price to $21K and the base Ariya’s MSRP to $33.5K. More…
Closer look at the A-Ride, a powerful full-suspension electric bike/scooter crossover
The electric mobility sector has grown by leaps and bounds over the last several years. In addition to plenty of conventional electric bikes and e-scooters, that growth has included several unique and innovative additions to the world or personal electric vehicles. The A-Ride from Canadian company Alpine Riding definitely fits into the latter category, and I think you’ll see why. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: January 13, 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…
Renault Will Sell Only All-Electric Cars In Europe By 2030
Dacia to follow “at the last possible moment.” More…
Tesla expands Gigafactory Nevada solar array toward goal to become world’s biggest
New satellite images show that Tesla significantly expanded its rooftop solar array at Gigafactory Nevada as it aims for it to become the world’s biggest. More…
Watch Tesla Model S Plaid Drag Race Modified Suzuki Hayabusa
In this race, three electric motors might not be enough. More…
Honda still waffling over EVs in the US claiming consumer uptake is ‘out of whack’
Japanese automaker Honda Motor Co. recently stated it is still undecided on where to manufacture EVs in the United States, questioning the country’s demand despite soaring sales numbers from competitors miles ahead in their own electrified transitions.. More…
Ford market cap blows by $100B on big EV plans, leading US battery output by 2025
Ford (NYSE: F) stock continued its upward climb today, reaching a 20-year high and a $100 billion market cap on big hopes for the all-electric F-150 Lightning and plans to lead the industry in battery production capacity by 2025. More…
Ford stock price charges past $100B on big EV plans and high demand
Ford stock continued its upward climb today, reaching a 20-year high and a $100 billion market cap on big hopes for the all-electric F-150 Lightning and plans to lead the industry in battery production capacity by 2025. More…
China: BYD Sold 593,743 Plug-In Electric Cars In 2021
Together with commercial vehicles, the company crossed 600,000. More…
Nikola Tre gets board approval as a ZEV, qualifying for a $120,000 incentive for California customers
American Zero-emission vehicle manufacturer Nikola Motors recently shared news that its Tre BEV semi truck has received eligibility from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to be classified as a Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) in the state, thus qualifying for an incentive of $120,000 per truck. More…
National Auto Dealer Assoc. says it’s all in on EVs. Will dealers step in line?
The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has said they’re “all-in” on electric cars, but $30,000 price hikes and generalized dealer shenanigans about reservations in the face of ongoing inventory concerns have led some automakers to put their franchise dealer networks on notice, ultimately begging the question: if NADA leads, will the dealers follow. More…
Honda Preps For US EV Factory, Despite Its Doubts About EV Demand
Honda VP says consumer EV uptake in the US is currently “out of whack” with automakers rushing EVs to market. More…
Honda Preps For US EV Factory, But Shows Doubt About EV Demand
Honda VP says consumer EV uptake in the US is currently “out of whack” with automakers rushing EVs to market. More…
Proterra to provide battery systems to at least 600 Vicinity Motor Corp. commercial EVs by 2024, including transit buses
Transit EV manufacturer Proterra has announced a large, multi-year agreement with commercial EV manufacturer Vicinity Motor to provide battery systems to hundreds of future commercial vehicles. As part of the supply agreement, a minimum of 600 Vicinity Motor EVs will be powered by Proterra battery systems through 2024, including transit buses and Class 3 to 5 commercial trucks. More…
The big upgrade to the US power grid is kicking off
The Department of Energy (DOE) yesterday launched the Better Grid Initiative to develop new and upgraded high-capacity electric transmission lines, which is great news for electric vehicles, charging infrastructure rollout, and clean energy in the US. More…
