With the rollout of charging infrastructure, the accompanying copper cables have become an attractive target for thieves. Newly aggregated UK police reports show that theft and vandalism at the nation’s EV charge points have cost millions of pounds since 2022. Read more…
Real-time EV charging prices at thousands of chargers, now on Chargeway Plus
A lot of EV charging apps can tell you where the plugs are, and Chargeway tells you that, too — along with everything else. From your EV’s state of charge, to the best charging strategy to get you from point A to point B, to real-time charger availability, and more, it’s simply the best tool I’ve found to help new EV drivers understand how an EV fits into their busy lives today. And as of today, in fact, Chargeway is adding another benefit to its platform: real-time kWh pricing. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: Tilmor Super E electric cultivating tractor
The new new Super E cultivator from Tilmor isn’t just another pice of compact farm equipment – it’s a purpose-built electric cultivator that trades loud diesel clatter for quiet confidence and precision control. Made in the USA and ready to work, it’s proof that electric farming may be closer (and more practical) than you think. Read more…
Wheel-E Podcast: New SUPER73s, Urban Arrow e-bikes, more
This week on Electrek’s Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes new models from SUPER73 and Urban Arrow, a stark warning about a danger to e-bikes and other micromobility riders, new e-moto from Stark, Zero goes on a Euro-trip, and more. Read more…
‘That Goal Has Been Achieved’: Norway’s Shift To EVs Is Nearly Complete
Nearly all new cars in Norway are electric now, so a plan to phase out subsidies is underway. But some groups say it’s premature. Lire la suite…
Polish municipal association orders 42 electric buses from Solaris
The Polish municipal association Górnośląsko-Zagłębiowska Metropolia (GZM) has placed an order with Solaris for 42 new electric buses and the associated charging infrastructure. The 12- and 18-metre Urbino electric buses are set to enter service in Świerklaniec from 2026. Read more…
Xpeng’s former head of smart driving confirms his departure
Xpeng’s former head of smart driving, Li Liyun, has confirmed his departure after being replaced earlier this month by Liu Xianming, who possesses AI expertise.
This marks the most significant change in Xpeng’s autonomous driving division since Wu Xinzhou’s departure to join Nvidia in August 2023.
Premiere in Norway: ASKO logistics depot supports megawatt charging for trucks
Kempower has installed a decentralised charging system with a total capacity of 2.4 MW at Norwegian food wholesaler ASKO in Vestby. Trucks can charge on-site using two MCS and four CCS charging points. According to Kempower, the megawatt-capable depot installation is the first of its kind in Norway. Read more…
Nio launches limited-edition black-themed ET5 Touring limited to 555 units
The limited-edition ET5 Touring is priced from RMB 316,000 ($44,370) in China, which is RMB 18,000 or 6.04 percent higher than the standard version. Read more…
Electrify America integrates real-time charger data into Google Maps
Electrify America now provides real-time charger availability on Google Maps, showing station status, connector type, charging speed and operational readiness. The update allows EV drivers across the US to plan routes and stops using up-to-date information from the network. Read more…
Researchers explore balance between comfort and drivetrain performance in electric cars
The EU-funded research project EFFEREST aims to make electric vehicles more efficient, focusing specifically on the interaction between systems and components that manage interior comfort and powertrain performance. Read more…
The Cadillac Optiq Heads To Europe With A Smaller Battery And Slower DC Charging
The European version of Cadillac’s smallest EV does get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, though. But is that enough to convince buyers? Lire la suite…
The Leapmotor D19 brings flagship power, 720 km range, and an oxygen supply
Chinese automaker Leapmotor officially unveiled its new flagship – the D19, marking the brand’s latest effort to push the boundaries for large electric cars. The D19 is a full-sized, six-seat SUV built on the company’s dedicated D platform. Leapmotor will offer consumers two versions: a pure battery EV and an extended-range EV (EREV). This way, the company targets buyers who… Read more…
TU Dresden celebrates topping-out ceremony for new Smart Mobility Lab
TU Dresden is currently building a new research and innovation centre called the Smart Mobility Lab (SML), which will feature a large-scale testing hall for connected and automated mobility on the ground and in the air. The university has now celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the facility, which is being constructed not in Dresden itself but at the Lausitz Research Campus in Hoyerswerda. Read more…
TU Dresden celebrates topping-out ceremony for new Smart Mobility Lab
TU Dresden is currently building a new research and innovation centre called the Smart Mobility Lab (SML), which will feature a large-scale testing hall for connected and automated mobility on the ground and in the air. The university has now celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the facility, which is being constructed not in Dresden itself but at the Lausitz Research Campus in Hoyerswerda. Read more…
VW: Blume to step down from Porsche post in 2026, Leiters to take over
Oliver Blume’s dual role as head of Volkswagen and Porsche has been the subject of criticism for some time, especially since things have not been running smoothly at Porsche. Porsche has now confirmed that talks are underway with a successor to Blume as Porsche CEO – Michael Leiters. Read more…
BYD reaches 100,000th car delivery milestone in Thailand
Thailand has become BYD’s first market in the Asia-Pacific region to surpass 100,000 vehicle deliveries.
BYD operates a factory in Thailand that commenced production on July 4, 2024.
CDU criticises SPD paper on electric car subsidies
The SPD parliamentary group in the Bundestag presented a list of key points on the planned electric car subsidies for low- and middle-income households. The CDU/CSU parliamentary group is critical of some of the proposals, particularly the higher taxation of combustion engine company cars. Read more…
GM and Posco halt expansion of Canadian cathode material plant
General Motors and Posco have suspended the second phase of their cathode material plant in Bécancour, located in the Canadian province of Québec. The partners cite weak consumer demand for electric vehicles and political decisions in North America that have slowed growth in the sector. Read more…
China launches action plan to double EV charging capacity by 2027
China’s National Energy Administration has unveiled a three-year plan to double the service capacity of the nation’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure by 2027. The initiative aims to accelerate the construction of high-quality, efficient and inclusive charging networks to meet the needs of more than 80 million electric vehicles nationwide. Read more…
