Liqui Moly has developed a brake fluid formulated for the unique requirements of EVs (writes Rory Jackson). While it might be assumed that the brake system at the wheels is one component that remains the same between EVs and IC engine-powered vehicles, the only significant similarity is that the brake fluid needs to be changed […] More…
Quick Charge Podcast: December 5, 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 (RIVN) will use wind energy to power up to 75% of its Illinois factory
Rivian (RIVN) signed a new Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) today to source 50 MW of clean electricity from Apex Clean Energy’s proposed Goose Creek Wind Farm. The EV marker will use the wind energy purchase and its other renewable energy initiatives to power up to 75% of its Normal, Illinois, manufacturing facility.. More…
Two thirds of Ford dealers are joining the Model e program – but the other third won’t sell any EVs until 2027
Following Ford’s National Dealer Meeting in September, every dealership (almost 3,000 total) had the option to enroll in the company’s new Model e business. The program allows Ford dealers to invest in the future and become part of the automaker’s “revolutionary” electric vehicle transformation. More…
Ford CEO announces the number of ‘certified EV’ dealers enrolled in initial Model e program
Following Ford’s National Dealer Meeting in September, every dealership (almost 3,000 total) had the option to enroll in the company’s new Model e business. The program allows Ford dealers to invest in the future and become part of the automaker’s “revolutionary” electric vehicle transformation. More…
65% Of Ford Dealers Agree To Ford’s Tough EV Selling Terms
1,920 of Ford’s 2,968 US dealerships accept Ford Model e’s no-haggle EV pricing and expensive charging infrastructure requirements More…
Did Tesla reveal a smaller two-door Cybertruck?
The Tesla blogosphere is on fire today with the idea that Tesla revealed the design of a smaller two-door Cybertruck, but I am skeptical. More…
2022 Best SUV: Kia Sportage Hybrid Wins Motor1.com Star Award
Even against luxury alternatives from BMW and perpetual front-runners from Honda, the Kia Sportage Hybrid ticked all the right boxes. More…
Tesla Calls Media Reports Of Potential Production Cuts In China False
Several media outlets are pointing to Tesla’s potential for upcoming production cuts in China by up to 20 percent. More…
Two-Door Tesla Cybertruck Design Sketch Spotted At Petersen Museum
The sketch has created buzz online, with many fans hoping it’s a preview of the rumored smaller Cybertruck; it most likely isn’t. More…
Tesla drivers believe they are experiencing more road rage
Some Tesla drivers believe that they are experiencing more road rage than usual. The media tries to link it to Elon Musk’s Twitter antics, but it seems to be just good old EV haters. More…
Munro MK 1 4X4 EV to break Scotland’s 30 year production drought with its axial flux motors
Young Scottish EV startup Munro Vehicles has officially launched its flagship model today – a massive 4×4 off-road truck called the MK 1. Its hand-built process also marks the first vehicle to be built at scale in Scotland since 1981. There are lot of new specs shared about the MK 1 below. Check it out. More…
Kellys Updates The Tygon And Tayen E-MTBs With New Panasonic Motor
Panasonic’s new GX Ultimate motor provides improved performance and enhanced connectivity features. More…
Toyota to launch five new ‘Bz’ BEVs in Europe as it works toward 50% EV sales by 2030
During Toyota’s annual Kenshiki Forum, the Japanese automaker outlined a hardened strategy for electrification in Europe, which will include five additional fully-electric models to join the bZ4X overseas by 2026. Toyota hopes these BEV options will accelerate its sales goal of being 50% electric by 2030 and carbon neutral by 2040. More…
New 1,500W full-suspension electric bike pushes envelope with all-wheel drive
There’s never been anything subtle about the electric bikes made by Nevada-based e-bike company E-Cells. The company’s newest model is true to form with over-the-top specs. Meet the E-Cells Super Monarch AWD 1500W Dual Crown Limited Edition. More…
BrightDrop expansion to Canada kicks off Zevo 600 production as it reveals first customer
GM’s all-electric, last mile delivery division BrightDrop has officially entered the international market with its expansion to Canada, where it already has a major logistics customer lined up. DHL Express Canada joins BrightDrop’s rolodex as its first customer outside of the US and has signed on to electric vans and eCarts to its fleets up North. The company’s expansion is bolstered by its start of Zevo 600 van production at GM’s CAMI production facility in Ontario.. More…
Kia EV6 GT with 585hp takes on a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ in a drag race [video]
Kia says its fully electric 585 hp EV6 GT can beat a Lamborghini and Ferrari in a race. To prove it, Carwow put a Kia EV6 GT up against a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ in a drag race. Here’s how it went down. More…
Caltrans Orders 399 Tesla Model 3s As It Seeks To Electrify Fleet
The agency has already taken delivery of 236 Tesla Model 3 RWD EVs, with the remaining 163 to be delivered by January 1, 2023. More…
BorgWarner acquires Swiss engineering firm DriveTek
The US automotive supplier BorgWarner has acquired DriveTek AG as of 1 December 2022. The Swiss company offers engineering and product development services for inverters, electric drive solutions, and power electronics. The transaction is worth CHF 35 million. DriveTek’s competencies include designing and developing power electronics and electrical machines, system engineering, and control software states […] More…
Ford breaks ground at BlueOval SK Battery Park, a key factor in achieving 2M run rate goal
Ford is moving quickly to solidify its position in the rapidly evolving auto industry. The company announced Monday it has broken ground at its BlueOval battery plant as part of its joint venture agreement with SK Innovation. The battery plant is expected to play a critical role in achieving the automaker’s 2 million run rate goal by 2026 by producing batteries for future Ford and Lincoln electric vehicles.. More…
