According to a comprehensive report published this morning by research firm Bloomberg Intelligence, Tesla will hold its global crown for EV sales for the next 18 months but will then be usurped by Volkswagen electric vehicles. The full BEV outlook report predicts that many legacy automakers will lag in sales through 2025, but Volkswagen is on track to overtake Tesla’s production volume by 2024. More…
Hyzon is taking over Orten from Germany
The US manufacturer of fuel cell commercial vehicles Hyzon Motors is acquiring the German company Orten, including conversion specialist Orten Electric Trucks. The purchase brings three production facilities and a team of over 80 employees under the Hyzon umbrella. The acquisition of Orten Betriebs GmbH and its subsidiaries, as well as Orten Electric Trucks GmbH, […] More…
Our Next Energy To Build 600-Mile BMW iX Using Its Battery Tech
ONE promises to effectively double the BMW iX electric SUV’s range thanks to its Gemini Dual-Chemistry battery tech. More…
LG invests $450 million in producing Tesla’s 4680 battery cell format
LG announced that it is investing $450 million into producing 4680 battery cells, a format pioneered by Tesla. More…
UK government stops subsidising new electric cars
The British government is ending its subsidy programme for electric cars with immediate effect. The sudden move only affects newly purchased electric cars. Subsidies for electric vans, electric taxis and electric motorbikes are to continue. All existing applications for the grant will still be considered, as will grants not yet applied for electric cars bought […] More…
The British government has stopped subsidizing new electric cars
The British government is ending its subsidy programme for electric cars with immediate effect. The sudden move only affects newly purchased electric cars. Subsidies for electric vans, electric taxis and electric motorbikes are to continue. All existing applications for the grant will still be considered, as will grants not yet applied for electric cars bought […] More…
Some Rivian R1S Reservation Holders Hit With New Delivery Delays
Many Rivian Forums users reported their delivery dates were pushed back from March–April 2022 to October–December 2022. More…
Scania launches its regional long-haul electric truck
Swedish commercial vehicle maker Scania has debuted its regional long-haul electric truck that will be available in Europe as both a rigid truck and a tractor-trailer. More…
VinFast announces over 50 upcoming stores spread throughout Europe
During EVS35 in Olso, Vietnamese EV automaker VinFast outlined its plans for expansion overseas, alongside the European debut of its VF 8 and VF 9 EVs. During the presentation, VinFast shared intentions to open at least 50 stores spread throughout Europe in countries including Germany, France, and the Netherlands to start. Additionally, VinFast shared new sales policies exclusive to those European markets. More…
VinFast announces over fifty upcoming stores spread throughout Europe
During EVS35 in Olso, Vietnamese EV automaker VinFast outlined its plans for expansion overseas, alongside the European debut of its VF 8 and VF 9 EVs. During the presentation, VinFast shared intentions to open at least fifty stores spread throughout Europe in countries like Germany, France, and the Netherlands to start. Additionally, VinFast shared new sales policies exclusive to those European markets. More…
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Report: GM, Ford, Stellantis And Toyota Urge Lifting EV Tax Credit Cap
Currently, the $7,500 tax credit phases out after selling 200,000 plug-ins. More…
Tesla is considering sites for new factory in Canada and Mexico, along with the US
Elon Musk says that Tesla’s factory might not necessarily be in the US as the automaker is also considering options in Canada and Mexico for a new North American plant. More…
Chevrolet Teases Blazer EV SS Ahead Of World Premiere In July
It will be revealed on July 18, 2022. More…
Australian Demand For Model Y Overwhelmed Tesla, Musk Admits
Tesla’s CEO said the company is working on accelerating RHD Model Y production. More…
Australia Demand For Model Y Overwhelmed Tesla, Musk Admits
Tesla’s CEO said the company is working on accelerating RHD Model Y production. More…
Billionaire Larry Ellison is leaving Tesla’s board of directors
Tesla confirmed that Oracle’s billionaire founder, Larry Ellison, is leaving its board of directors, and he won’t be replaced. More…
Bill tries to eliminate free charging for electric cars in North Carolina with poor argument
A new bill has been introduced in North Carolina to try to eliminate free charging for electric cars at businesses, and their logic to justify it is unsurprisingly poor. More…
Porsche Bolsters E-Bike Initiatives Through Fauza Acquisition
Fauza is considered a pioneer in the development of e-bike drive systems. More…
Ford F-150 Lightning Road Trip Charging: How Quickly Will It Charge?
If you’re in the market for an electric truck, you may wonder how it will fare on road trips. Will it take forever to charge? More…
