For the first time, BMW will use plastic trim parts in the electric models of the ‘New Class’ from 2025 onwards, the raw material for which consists of around 30 per cent recycled fishing nets and ropes. The residual materials from the maritime industry will be processed in a recycling process to create trim parts […] More…
Teams builder
Over the past 5 years, US auto parts maker Dana Incorporated has undergone a dramatic transformation since it entered the e-mobility market. Its acquisition and integration of companies such as TM4 and Pi Innovo, combined with internal development of skills critical to electric powertrain engineering, have resulted in it accumulating a portfolio of OEM customers. More…
US: Tesla CCS Combo 1 Adapter Is Finally Available
It does not work with all Teslas, but retrofit eligibility for older cars is coming in early 2023. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: September 21, 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…
Harley-Davidson to re-open Del Mar electric motorcycle reservations after first round sold out
If you’ve been champing at the bit to put down a reservation for a LiveWire S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle, then we’ve got good news for you. The wait will soon be over as Harley-Davidson’s electric sub-brand LiveWire will be re-opening reservations later this month. More…
Here’s how Canadian hydropower will power 1 million New York City homes from 2026
The Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE), a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) line, will deliver 1,250 megawatts of clean electricity from Canada’s Hydro-Québec, the fourth-largest hydropower producer in the world, to New York City. More…
Ford reveals all-new ‘smartphone on wheels’ E-Transit Custom commercial EV van
At the Hannover IAA Transportation event, Ford revealed new features and specifications of its all-new E Transit Custom, a fully electric commercial van, or what the automaker calls a “smartphone on wheels.”. More…
Jaguar Land Rover converting Halewood factory to build EVs, pivoting to a new era
Jaguar Land Rover has begun converting its Halewood plant to support the company’s transition to electric vehicles. The plant looks to play a key role as Jaguar Land Rover pivots to reclaim EV market share. More…
Jaguar Land Rover converting Halewood factory to build EVs, saving the factory’s fate
Jaguar Land Rover has begun converting its Halewood plant to support the company’s transition to electric vehicles. After several years of uncertainty, workers at the Halewood plant can finally take a deep breath and, for the rest of us, get ready for the first all-electric Land Rover due in 2024.. More…
Tesla launches CCS adapter for $250, enabling drivers to access public chargers
Tesla has officially launched its CCS adapter for $250, enabling Tesla drivers to access public charging stations. This is a product that Tesla owners have been wanting for a long time. More…
Next Generation Fuso eCanter Debuts in Europe
Daimler confirms a CCS2 DC fast charging inlet and a three-phase on-board charger. More…
Tesla Megapack Catches Fire At Battery Storage Facility In California
This isn’t the first time one of Tesla’s Megapacks caught fire, though it’s still rare. More…
Volvo EX90 To Debut November 9 As Brand’s Safest Vehicle Ever
The successor to the XC90 will be the brand’s first model to use a LiDAR sensor. More…
Volvo’s all-electric EX90 will succeed XC90 SUV and include a LiDAR-powered ‘invisible shield of safety’
Volvo Cars has begun teasing a new flagship electric SUV called the EX90, set to become the successor to the popular XC90 model as it pivots toward an all-electric future. The full reveal of the new EV won’t happen until this fall, but Volvo is already calling the EX90 its safest vehicle to date and has shared some of the technologies we can expect to see inside and out. More…
Volvo’s all-electric EX90 will replace XC90 SUV and include a LiDAR-powered ‘invisible shield of safety’
Volvo Cars has begun teasing a new flagship electric SUV called the EX90, set to replace the popular XC90 model as it pivots toward an all-electric future. The full reveal of the new EV won’t happen until this fall, but Volvo is already calling the EX90 its safest vehicle to date and has shared some of the technologies we can expect to see inside and out. More…
EVgo expands Plug and Charge capabilities to EVs beyond GMs Ultium Charge 360 network including Ford, Polestar
US public charging network EVgo has announced an expansion of its Plug and Charge capabilities via its new Autocharge+ technology. Previously, owners of Plug and Charge capable GM EVs could utilize the feature on the EVgo network, but that opportunity is now available for drivers of plenty other EVs, including Ford. More…
Lectric’s XP 2.0 Electric Folding Bike Offers Affordable No-Frills Mobility
A classic folding frame, a punchy electric motor, and an attractive price tag make the XP 2.0 a strong contender. More…
Mercedes-Benz Announces eAtego Medium-Duty Electric Truck
It will be launched in the next few years. More…
Over Half Of US Car Sales Are Forecasted To Be Electrified By 2030
2030 is not that far away, but there are obvious reasons experts are forecasting such an EV boom. More…
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming reality
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming a reality in Austin, Texas, where Tesla is deploying solar roofs and Powerwall in a brand-new development. More…
