In China, battery specialist WeLion is working with Yiwei, an EV subsidiary of car manufacturer JAC. The two companies want to develop an electric model with large semi-solid-state round cells in the 4695 format, offering a range of up to 1,000 kilometres. It is set to go into series production in 2025. Read more…
First Bus opens charging depot to the public
In the UK, the first bus depot to offer electric charging to the public is now open. First Bus’ new purpose-built hub at Summercourt depot in Cornwall is providing direct access for the public to rapid electric charging infrastructure for electric cars and vans. Read more…
The Mini Aceman Is An Electric City Crossover With Up To 252 Miles Of WLTP Range
Say hello to Mini’s new entry-level crossover. Again. Read more…
The 2024 Beijing Auto Show Is Here And Everybody Wants A Piece
Plus, how Volvo pulled off the China-made EX30, and Ford faces a tough earnings call of its own. Read more…
Hyundai Motor Group U.S. EV Sales Outpaced Ford And GM In Q1 2024
The South Korean manufacturer was the top automotive group in terms of all-electric car sales after Tesla. Read more…
Factorial Energy and LG Chem sign MOU to accelerate solid-state battery development
Two next-generation battery material and cell manufacturers are cooperating to expedite solid-state battery development. LG Chem and Factorial Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, hoping to eventually lead the solid-state battery segment with a strategic partnership. Read more…
Polestar 4 officially goes on sale in the US alongside its first-ever phone in China
EV developer Polestar is touting two announcements today. It has begun sales of its latest EV, the Polestar 4, in the US and officially crossed over into a new segment of technology, launching its flagship smartphone to support its vehicle customers. The phone itself is a little pricey, but Polestar is including it for certain EV customers. Read more…
Volvo’s low-cost EX30 EV is already living up to its promise to deliver profitable growth
Despite its compact size, Volvo’s low-cost EX30 is already making a big impact. After launching just months ago, the new Volvo EX30 is already living up to its promise of delivering profitable growth. Read more…
Aptera to expand into the United Arab Emirates
California-based solar electric carmaker Aptera announced its expansion into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) market with the limited production of the ‘Union (or Etihad) Edition’ Aptera for exclusive delivery to the UAE in 2026. Read more…
RheinEnergie becomes a strategic investor in The Mobility House
The Mobility House, a Munich-based specialist for vehicle-grid integration, has gained German energy supplier RheinEnergie as a strategic investor. The new partnership supports RheinEnergie’s goal of providing a sustainable energy supply by 2035 through the integration of vehicle batteries into the grid. Read more…
Tesla Supercharging Station Deployment Accelerated In Q1 2024
In Q1, Tesla deployed 297 new stations and 2,687 new stalls. Read more…
Tesla Model 3 Performance With 103,000 Miles: Battery Health And Range Revealed
This owner discusses other topics too, like range loss, maintenance and service costs and even depreciation. Read more…
Vinfast adds US dealer franchises, as EV deliveries lag targets
Vinfast on Tuesday announced the signing of 12 more U.S. dealerships, but a recent report suggests the EV firm may be falling behind on sales targets. The first of the new dealerships is expected to open later this month, according to a Vinfast press release. The additions will give the company 18 franchised dealerships in seven states—North… Read more…
Li Auto begins deliveries of Li L6, addresses key concerns
Li Auto said it won’t launch a lower-priced Air variant for the Li L6, and the model won’t be getting a price cut, even though other models have seen significant price reductions recently. Read more…
Webinar: How Do Conductive Electrode Coatings Optimize the Performance of Dry-coated Batteries?
Dry coating of lithium-ion batteries has the potential to revolutionize battery production through a reduced solvent, energy, and footprint demand. However, dry coated electrodes suffer from poor adhesion between the dry film and current collector that leads to the demand of a pre-coating. In this webinar, we will discuss how carbon coatings of current collectors… Read more…
Tesla Q1 report show sharp revenue and profit drops, but Musk promises affordable model for 2025
It’s a turbulent time for Tesla, the EV giant once hailed as a disruptor, now struggling to maintain its dominance. The company hit a speed bump in the first quarter of 2024, when revenues saw a 9% drop – its worst performance since 2012. But there’s a flicker of hope: CEO Elon Musk’s hinted at a new affordable EV model… Read more…
World premiere of the Mini Aceman: Mini launches first all-electric model
Mini already offers the Cooper and Countryman with electric drives, but both models are also available with combustion engines. With the Aceman, the British BMW brand has unveiled its first all-electric model series. We have the data from the premiere in Beijing! Read more…
Mitie fleet hits 5,000 electric vehicle milestone
The British energy service provider Mitie has added the 5,000th electric vehicle to its fleet. Two thirds of the Mitie fleet are now purely electric, and the conversion of the fleet is due to be completed by the end of 2025. Read more…
Fisker could file for bankruptcy protection by mid-May
The struggling electric car manufacturer Fisker is facing bankruptcy within 30 days. The company warns of this in a notification to the US Securities and Exchange Commission. A necessary investor is still not in sight. Read more…
Mercedes presents the electric G-Class
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the electric G-Class in the run-up to Auto China – as has become apparent, the model will not be sold as the EQG but as the “G 580 with EQ Technology”. However, nothing has changed in terms of technology compared to the EQG concept. There are four electric motors close to the wheels. Read more…
