Fisker has just presented its electric SUV Ocean in the design meant for series production along with more details on the technology and the prices of the individual versions. The Fisker Ocean is scheduled to start rolling off Magna production lines in Austria on 17 November 2022. The Fisker Ocean is to be launched in […] More…
Electric refuse trucks by BYD coming to New Jersey
Jersy City has just seen the first deployment of five battery-electric refuse trucks in New Jersey, which manufacturer BYD also claimed to be the largest deployment of battery-electric refuse trucks in the United States to date. BYD added it had commenced delivery and that the electric trucks have begun operation in regular duty service, with […] More…
Matrix aimed at seal and EMI issues
The Electrically and Thermally Conductive and Electromagnetic Interference Shielding Materials (ETEMI) project aims to enhance conventional elastomers, liquid silicon rubber and thermoplastics to address sealing and EMI issues at the same time in EVs. This is driving the development of a new class of electrically conductive sealing materials. More…
Solaris Charging Park to power V2G testing and renewables
Poland’s electric bus manufacturer Solaris is building a charging park on its premises in Bolechowo near Poznan and says it would become one of the most innovative of its kind in Europe when opening in 2022. The Solaris Charging Park will feature various charge systems, including bi-directional. Solaris expects the new facility to enable them […] More…
VinFast Launches VF e35 And VF e36 Electric SUVs At LA Auto Show
Pre-orders for both SUVs start in mid-2022 in the US, deliveries to follow in Q4 2022. More…
General Motors opens ‘Factory Zero’
General Motors has opened its ‘Factory Zero’ in Detroit-Hamtramck in the presence of US President Joe Biden. The company sees the conversion of the factory into an all-electric car plant as “a model for future renovations” of its existing facilities. Pre-series production of the GMC Hummer EV electric pickup has already begun at the factory, […] More…
DRIVR launches 100 hydrogen taxis in Copenhagen
The app-based taxi service DRIVR has deployed more than 100 hydrogen cabs in Copenhagen this month. The fleet of Toyota Mirai runs against the backdrop of the Danish government’s target to ban sales of ICE cabs by 2025 and that all existing taxis must be emission-free by 2030. The 100 Toyota Mirai significantly increase the […] More…
Kia and Hyundai preview upcoming electric SUVs
At the LA Auto Show, Kia and Hyundai, who partner on electric vehicles, have both released new concept vehicles that preview their upcoming electric SUVs. More…
BILITI’s three-wheeled electric tuktuk gets its US debut, adds solar charging
Asia has held a monopoly on those awesome three-wheeled vehicles commonly known as tuktuks or rickshaws for far too long. Now BILITI Electric is trying to change that with the US introduction of the GMW Taskman. More…
Biden: GM Electrified The Auto Industry, Detroit Is EV World Leader
Yes, these remarks are real and were made by the President at GM’s Factory ZERO’s grand opening yesterday. More…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 17, 2021
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…
Fisker officially unveils Ocean SUV in three price tiers and lots of unique features
Los Angeles-based Automaker Fisker Inc. turned a new page in its history today with the official debut of its flagship EV, the Ocean SUV. The Ocean is an EV we have covered closely over the past two years leading up to its unveiling at the LA Auto Show this morning. Following a presentation by founder and CEO Henrik Fisker, we now know the specs, price tiers, and added features consumers can expect to see on the Ocean when deliveries begin next November. More…
Watch Electric Ford F-150 Lightning Launch Indoors
Indoor driving – another advantage of EVs. More…
Kia Beats Tesla: EV6 Sets Charging Record In Journey Across U.S.
The Kia EV6 spent several hours less on charging on a route from New York City to Los Angeles. More…
Tesla (TSLA) announces it has now installed 250,000 Powerwalls
Tesla announced a new milestone for its Powerwall: The company has now installed 250,000 units of the residential home battery pack. More…
Kia Unveils Concept EV9 With Range Of Up To 300 Miles
Reminds us of the Kia Soul EV… on steroids. More…
Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup is attracting an interesting mix of EV, Tesla owners, and more
According to a survey of reservation holders, the Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup is attracting an interesting mix of current electric vehicle owners, Tesla owners, and more. More…
Subaru Introduces Solterra In The U.S. With Range Of 220+ Miles
The car debuts at the 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show. More…
Tesla (TSLA) secures new 197 MWh Megapack order to go on its Autobidder AI platform
Tesla (TSLA) has secured a new Megapack order for 197 MWh of capacity to deploy in the UK and use its Autobidder AI platform. More…
GM Factory ZERO Inauguration Hosts NYSE Opening Bell, US President
Joe Biden will attend the formal opening and tour the facility later in the day. More…
