So far, Nissan hasn’t been among the growing group of global automakers to put an end date—estimated or not—on the sale of new vehicles with internal combustion engines. If a Monday report from Nikkei Asia proves true, Nissan could be closer to seeing that sunset for tailpipes—in non-electrified forms, that is. According to… More…
Tesla Sees 40% Full-Time Employee Growth In 2021, To Nearly 100K
While many folks thought Tesla would be bankrupt years ago, it’s still growing rapidly. More…
Subaru opens reservations for Solterra EV and announces a charging partnership with EVgo
Subaru of America will officially begin taking reservations today for its upcoming Solterra. For $250 down, customers can select their preferred Subaru retailer, trim, and exterior color. Additionally, the automaker shared that Solterra customers will be able to take advantage of a new partnership with EVgo, offering access to its 46,000 charging locations across the US. More…
Ebusco takes e-bus order from Rouen in France
Dutch electric bus manufacturer Ebusco has received a potentially major order from France. The contract with the Metropole Rouen Normandy includes four Ebusco 2.2 electric buses for delivery around the end of 2022 and an option for 76 more vehicles. According to the manufacturer, however, the 76 vehicles from the option are not the Ebusco […] More…
Michigan will get a new graphite processing factory to support US EV battery production
Graphex Technologies has entered into an exclusive non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) to form a joint venture with Emerald Energy Solutions to construct and operate a graphite processing facility in Michigan. More…
Danfoss Editron begins mass production of electric drives in Nanjing
Danfoss Editron has begun the mass production of its EM-PMI240-T180 electric drive system at its Nanjing factory, located in China’s Jiangsu province. The EM-PMI240-T180 motor is specifically designed for electric or hybrid drivetrains in mobile work machines, buses and marine vessels. In terms of technical specifications, the motor features a power range of 49 kilowatts […] More…
H2 Energy & Phillips 66 join for H2 refuelling stations
H2 Energy and Phillips 66 want to build up to 250 hydrogen filling stations in Germany, Austria and Denmark by 2026. This is to be made possible by a 50:50 joint venture between the subsidiaries Phillips 66 Limited and H2 Energy Europe. In Europe, Phillips 66 is known under its Jet brand with more than […] More…
The world’s most extreme 35 MPH electric surfboard just got… even more extreme!
Swedish electric surfboard company Awake has spent several years enjoying elite status in its industry, known for creating the most extreme electric surfboards that money can buy. And now with the Awake RÄVIK S 22, the company is splashing down with yet another new board that continues to push the limits of what e-surfboards can do. More…
DS presents 600 kW concept prototype
DS Automobiles has presented the prototype DS E-Tense Performance, a technology carrier for the development of future electric DS models. The electric coupé also gives a preview of the future design language of DS Automobiles, especially with its front. The vehicle is purely a concept car, not a preview of a concrete production model. The […] More…
BMW i4 Scores 18 In Bjørn’s Banana Box Test
But without folding the rear seats, the result is only 5. More…
Tesla Model S Plaid Battery: Clever New Advancements Discovered
These new advancements make the “perfect cylindrical cell pack” from a thermal management standpoint. More…
CATL outgrows the battery competition
CATL was the world’s largest manufacturer of batteries for electric cars for the fifth consecutive year in 2021, according to figures from market research firm SNE Research. With an installed capacity of 96.7 gigawatt-hours, CATL achieved a 32.6 per cent share of the global market for lithium-ion car batteries in 2021. The podium is entirely […] More…
Report: Biden’s “blue” states carried 76% of 2021 US EV sales
The “blue” states that President Biden won in the 2020 election carried 76% of 2021 United States EV sales, according to a new Bloomberg report. That’s mainly down to a large urban/rural divide in EV adoption, driven by limited vehicle choices, underdeveloped charging in infrastructure in rural areas, and fewer incentives in the “red” states where… More…
Ireland provides funding for electric taxis
The Irish government has announced the re-launch of the electric vehicle taxi scheme, with a funding pot of €15 million allocated by the Department of Transport for 2022. The grants will enable owners of small public service vehicles, such as taxis, to buy electric vehicles. Applicants can apply for grants of up to €10,000 towards […] More…
New Tesla Supercharger Station Vandalized: Every Cable Cut, Stolen
It appears to be vandalism, though the culprits may have been looking for materials to sell. More…
Jeep’s new off-road electric scooter for adults unveiled today, showcasing partnership with Razor
Jeep has a new electric scooter known as the RX200 heading your way soon, expanding the brand’s presence on two wheels. But just like with Jeep’s electric bicycle project, it didn’t go it alone. This time the automaker teamed up with Razor to create Jeep’s first electric scooter model. More…
2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Kicks Off The Brand’s Electrification
The 272-horsepower compact SUV can cover over 30 miles on electric power alone. More…
Drone Gets Really Close To Tesla Cybertruck Prototype In Fremont
This Cybertruck prototype appeared to have work being done on it at the time, and the drone really got in close to tale a look… More…
Drone Spots New Tesla Cybertruck Prototype In Fremont
This Cybertruck prototype appeared to have work being done on it at the time, and the drone really got in close to tale a look… More…
Ford CEO says company will reduce allocations to dealers charging ‘unreasonable’ markups on F-150 Lightning electric pickup
Ford CEO Jim Farley says that the company is addressing the situation where dealers are charging ‘unreasonable’ markups on the F-150 Lightning electric pickup and other vehicles. More…
