The New South Wales Government has followed up on its plan to help companies install ultra-fast charging bays across the Australian state. Round one funds have been released to help major beneficiaries install fast chargers at 86 locations along highways and urban centres. New South Wales granted AUS 39.4mn to Ampol, BP, Evie Networks, Tesla, […] More…
Tesla releases software update with improved charging efficiency and more
Tesla has released a new software update (2022.40.1) that delivers improved charging efficiency for faster charge time and reduced energy costs, along with a few other goodies. More…
Sevenair orders three hybrid aircraft from Heart Aerospace
Swedish electric aircraft developer Heart Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding with Portuguese airline Sevenair for the sale of three units of its ES-30 hybrid-electric regional aircraft unveiled in September. The ES-30 is reportedly designed to carry up to 30 passengers and has replaced the ES-19, the previously planned 19-passenger concept. The MoU also […] More…
Charging robot CHARbO now one step closer to roll-out (video)
Alveri presents its next-gen charging robot. Initially conceived with TU Graz and Arti Robots, the Charbo is one step closer to series production. Or one slide – the vehicle carrying the charging arm has come unplugged and runs on a rail. Alveri suggests their autonomous charging robot could replace up to 20 charging stations in […] More…
Imerys announces plans to mine lithium in France
The French mining group Imerys wants to become one of the leading suppliers of lithium in Europe through a new project. Specifically, this involves a mine at the Beauvoir site in the French department of Allier, where around 34,000 tonnes of lithium could be mined annually from 2028. Imerys is currently still involved in technical […] More…
Hella opens e-mobility development centre in Romania
Automotive supplier Hella, which operates under the umbrella brand Forvia, is further expanding its European R&D network with two new facilities in the Romanian cities of Iași and Oradea. The focus will be on autonomous driving and electromobility. The Technical Center in Oradea will primarily concentrate on developing products for electric vehicles, including battery management […] More…
Webasto receives major EIB loan for battery development
The automotive supplier Webasto receives a loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for the development of batteries for electric vehicles. The ‘Green Loan’ comprises 100 million euros and is intended to help create financial leeway to implement the business strategy. As is well known, this business strategy envisages an ever-increasing share of solutions for […] More…
GAC Aion closes funding round with €2.5 billion
GAC Aion has completed a financing round of 18.29 billion yuan (2.56 billion euros), in which 53 investors participated. The option of an IPO will probably now be explored with the strategic investors. The deal saw 1.383 billion shares issued, representing 17.72 per cent of GAC Aion. Parent company GAC now holds 76.89 per cent […] More…
Toyota bZ3 Compact Electric Sedan Bows In China With 372-Mile Range
Powered by a BYD Blade LFP battery, the Tesla Model 3 competitor will be a China-exclusive model, at least for the time being. More…
GM Dealer Installs First Chargers As Part Of Extensive Community Program
The Dealer Community Charging Program is one facet of GM’s Ultium Charge 360 ecosystem. More…
Report: CATL Slows Its Battery Investment Plans In US/Mexico
Unofficial sources indicate the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)’s requirements as a reason. More…
Tesla Model Y Tops Reliability Survey In China, Model 3 Close Behind
The Model Y is pricey compared to other EVs made in China, but buyers have few complaints according to a recent survey. More…
Canadian Company Plans EV Battery Gigafactory For New York
The facility, planned by Ontario-based battery manufacturer Electrovaya, is to open in phases starting in late 2023. More…
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Range Test Reveals Very Good Results
The van happens to be relatively efficient, which helps it to exceed 200 miles (320 km). More…
Pure Electric’s New Advance E-Scooter Seeks To Change The Way You Ride
Foot pads on either side allow you to ride the scooter in a more neutral position, making for a safer, more stable ride. More…
GMC Sierra EV Denali Not A Hummer EV Competitor, Brand Boss Says
Duncan Aldred believes the Sierra EV Denali will have a much broader appeal to GMC loyalists than the Hummer EV pickup. More…
First EV from iPhone maker due in 2023, two more prototypes revealed
Foxconn is moving ahead with its plan to manufacture cars as well as iPhones. The Taiwanese company best known as an Apple contract manufacturer recently unveiled its first production EV, which is scheduled to start deliveries in Taiwan in the second half of 2023. It also fully revealed two prototype EVs under its Foxtron automotive brand, which… More…
Arrival announces an electric van strategy for the USA
The British electric vehicle startup Arrival has announced a plan to restructure its business to focus resources on van products for the US market. However, the company will continue to produce a small number of vans in Bicester to optimize microfactory processes and support trials with customers. The major factors in the company’s decision to […] More…
Arrival has prepared an electric van strategy for the USA
The British electric vehicle startup Arrival has announced a plan to restructure its business to focus resources on van products for the US market. However, the company will continue to produce a small number of vans in Bicester to optimize microfactory processes and support trials with customers. The major factors in the company’s decision to […] More…
Elon Musk Says Tesla US Will Add New Color Options But Doesn’t Say When
Tesla buyers have long been saying that the available selection of colors is limited and a bit boring, but that may change soon. More…
