The EPA has published range ratings for more electric models including the Polestar 2 single motor version, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, the Kia EV6 and the Volvo XC40 Recharge. First, to the Kia EV6: the range rating for the EV6 Long Range RWD with a 77.4 kWh battery stands at up to 310 miles. Compared […] More…
Gaussin explores FCEV production in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Aramco) has just announced the signing of five agreements with French companies, including an agreement to explore a hydrogen-powered vehicle business with Gaussin. Here, Gaussin aims to establish a modern manufacturing facility for hydrogen vehicles ‘Made in Saudi Arabia.’ The agreement between Aramco and Gaussin aims to establish a manufacturing […] More…
Honda to start battery-sharing service for electric rickshaws
Honda has announced plans to begin a battery-sharing service for electric rickshaws in India in the first half of 2022, using the Honda Mobile Power Pack e: (MPP e:), its new portable and swappable battery.
There are more than 8 million auto rickshaws in India, and they are an essential means of daily transportation for people. In urban areas, they are powered mainly by compressed natural gas and have been a key challenge for electrification. More…
Tesla Plaid Brakes Catch On Fire After Several Stops From 100 MPH
This stress test proves that the Model S Plaid’s stock brakes are not suitable for track driving. More…
Scientists develop a less-flammable lithium-ion battery that uses water
Researchers have developed a prototype lithium-ion battery that uses water as an electrolytic solution. The water replaces a flammable organic solvent. More…
Next Vovlo XC90 rumoured to be named ‘Embla’
The all-electric successor to the Volvo XC90 could be called Embla. A hint from Volvo boss Hakan Samuelsson has now led to the potential model name of the US-built electric SUV. It has been known for some time that Volvo wants to deviate from the previous alphanumeric naming scheme for future electric vehicle models – […] More…
Ford Developing All-New EV On All-New Full-Size Pickup Platform
It will sell in “incredibly high volume.” More…
Lucid Received SEC Supoena Related To Investigation Of SPAC Deal
Tesla CEO Elon Musk warned about these SPAC mergers, and several companies have already run into trouble. More…
New Zealand invests in 60 Mercedes eVito for post
New Zealand’s national postal service and the state-owned financial investor New Zealand Green Investment Finance (NZGIF) are each investing 10 million New Zealand dollars (the equivalent of 6 million euros each) in the procurement of electric delivery vans. This will initially support the purchase of 60 Mercedes eVito. The Mercedes eVito panel vans are scheduled […] More…
Tesla is under SEC investigation over how it handled fire risk with its solar power systems
Tesla is being investigated by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over how it handled and possibly failed to properly disclose to investors previously reported fire risks with its solar power systems. More…
Tesla Superchargers Will Be Open For Other EVs In Norway In 2022
The pilot program that was started in the Netherlands will be expanded to Norway next year. More…
S.Korea builds charging and H2 stations
The government of South Korea is planning a significant expansion of the infrastructure for battery and hydrogen vehicles. By the end of this year there should be over 1,000 charging stations and 43 hydrogen stations by the end of 2022. According to the South Korean Ministry of Transport, the number of charging stations at motorway […] More…
Phase 3 of the world’s largest offshore wind farm moves forward
British utility SSE and Norwegian energy giant Equinor announced late last week that they have secured financing to proceed with the construction of the $3.98 billion Dogger Bank C offshore wind farm off England’s northeast coast. More…
How Is Hyundai’s Hydrogen Car Bet Working Out?
Hyundai called Tesla’s EVs “toys” years ago. Now, the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are dominating. More…
Battery storage allows more flexibility for DC fast-charging station locations
Finding new locations for DC fast-charging stations can be complicated, but Electrify America believes onsite battery storage can provide more flexibility. Battery storage enables Electrify America to roll out new DC fast-charging stations in new locations where it might otherwise be cost-prohibitive due to current utility rate structures, the… More…
Belgian region of Flanders to build 49 HPC points
The government of the Belgian region of Flanders has announced an investment of 5.4 million euros in fast-charging infrastructure. A total of 49 HPC (high power charging) points with at least 150 kW are to be built along expressways and rural roads by mid-2024. Eight HPC locations are planned in the province of Antwerp, seven […] More…
Tesla FSD Beta 10.6 Launches With Improved Vision, Detection
We haven’t heard much about FSD Beta of late, though it seems Version 10.6 is already impressing beta testers. More…
Acura To Skip Hybrids As It Goes All-In On Electric Vehicles
For starters, Acura expects to sell some 30,000 Ultium-based electric crossovers a year from 2024. More…
Low-cost SONDORS Metacycle e-motorcycle gets (another) delivery delay, updates design images
The low-cost 80 mph (130 km/h) SONDORS Metacycle may be one of the most highly anticipated electric motorcycles of the year, but that huge spotlight also shines a light on controversies surrounding its delayed production. More…
Zeekr Delivered 2,012 Cars In Its First Full Month Of Production
The brand intends to go global in 2023. More…
