Sponsored by TE Connectivity. Due to the rising global demand for sustainable chemicals, the bio-based polymer market is anticipated to expand substantially in the future, based on industry forecasts. The primary driving force behind the development of bio-based polymers is their use of renewable, plant-based content which is critical given the public’s concern on the… Read more…
Ford’s Affordable EV Comeback Starts Here. But Not Without Controversy
Ford’s BlueOval Battery Park represents a comeback, both for Ford and for lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology in America. Read more…
Tesla Robotaxi Goes Live: The First Video Impressions Are Here
Tesla’s driverless ride-hailing service is limited to a geofenced area in Austin about half the size of the one rival Waymo operates in. Read more…
Scania to start deliveries of new electric buses to northern Sweden
An order that was placed in 2024 for Scania buses to be deployed in and around Åre, Sweden, a region where temperatures can vary some 60° C during the course of a year, is now to be fulfilled, and the buses put into operation. The buses are built on the Swedish manufacturer’s battery electric platform… Read more…
Lumina aims to raise $20-40 million in Series A funding for electric construction equipment
US-based Lumina, a company specializing in electric construction equipment, is aiming to raise between $20 million and $40 million in its Series A financing round, according to Axios. Lumina was founded in 2021 by entrepreneur Ahmed Shubber and aims to release a 32-ton autonomous and electric bulldozer prototype, the Moonlander. The prototype is similar to… Read more…
“From Infrastructure to Intelligence: How CPOs Are Shaping the Future of EV Charging” – Jozsef Farkas from P3 Group
As EV infrastructure matures, charge point operators must evolve into digital service providers. During our recent online conference electrive LIVE, Jozsef Farkas, Managing Partner at P3 Group, explains why software—not hardware—will define success in the electric mobility market. Read more…
“The ramp-up is too slow” – Interview with Lars Stenqvist on truck electrification
16,000 engineers, three billion euros in annual R&D investment and 5,000 electric trucks delivered: the figures from the Volvo Group speak for themselves. And yet, the Swedish commercial vehicle manufacturer’s CTO is dissatisfied with the pace of transformation. We spoke with Lars Stenqvist on the sidelines of EVS38 in Gothenburg – and he had a pointed message for policymakers. His plea: “Define the targets – leave the solutions to us!” Read more…
BYD shuts down rumors of testing a Seal EV with solid-state batteries for +1,100 miles
BYD is responding to a report that it’s testing solid-state EV batteries in its Tesla Model 3-rivalling Seal. The rumors claimed Seal could achieve a total driving range of nearly 1,200 miles (1,875 km). Here’s what BYD is saying. Read more…
Review: The Remco motorized lift stand is a dream come true for e-bikes
Working on e-bikes can be a pain – literally – if you’re hoisting 70, 80, or even 100-pound (up to 45 kg) bikes onto a repair stand for assembly or maintenance – something I seem to be doing on an all too regular basis. That’s why I was excited to get and test out a Remco electric bike lift stand, a motorized work stand that does the heavy lifting for you. And after using it for a few months while assembling and maintaining a revolving door of hefty e-bikes, I can safely say that this thing is a game changer – especially if your back is tired of playing bike mechanic. Read more…
Toyota is about to hike vehicle prices, but by how much?
Toyota is the latest car maker with plans to raise vehicle prices in the US. The price hikes apply to Toyota and Lexus-branded models built from July 1. Here’s how much more you can expect to pay. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) surge on investors betting its ‘Robotaxi’ will catch up to Waymo’s 6-year lead
Tesla’s stock (TSLA) surged by as much as 10% this morning following the controversial launch of its ‘Robotaxi’ this weekend, as investors are betting the automaker will now catch up to Waymo’s 6-year lead. Read more…
BYD offering rebates to dealers in China, report says
BYD is offering rebates to its dealers in China of RMB 666 ($93) per vehicle, according to a local media report.
BYD provided rebates to dealers early last year, at the same rate of RMB 666 per vehicle.
Volkswagen Group approves major investment for India-made EVs
Volkswagen Group has given the green light for its next-gen India-made mass-market models, including electric cars for the first time. The EVs are part of the company’s India 3.0 project, its third major investment push in the country. Read more…
Why GM And Stellantis Want To Kill Fuel Efficiency For Good
The fuel economy rules that shaped the modern car industry are on the chopping block. Plus: Western brands continue to slide in China. Read more…
Tesla Robotaxi: How It Performed In Its First Weekend In Austin
Self-driving Tesla Model Ys are finally zooming around Austin, ferrying a select group of paying passengers in the city’s safest parts. Read more…
French consortium develops hybrid propulsion for light aircraft
Daher, Safran, Collins Aerospace and Ascendance have launched a joint research project aiming to develop a hybrid-electric propulsion system for small aircraft, targeting a key segment for aviation decarbonisation. Read more…
Kia EV3 crowned Car of the Year by Autotrader
In a decisive verdict delivered not by critics but by the public, the Kia EV3 has been named the 2025 Car of the Year at the Autotrader Driver’s Choice Awards. The result was determined by a survey of more than 225,000 car owners in the United Kingdom, and it is the sixth consecutive year that an electric vehicle has claimed… Read more…
Nio Onvo to begin pre-sales of L90 in early Jul
The L90 will begin pre-sales in early July, with display vehicles available at all Onvo stores, according to Onvo president Shen Fei.
The L90 will be the first model launched under Shen Fei, who replaced Alan Ai in April as Onvo president.
New York expands truck voucher incentive programme
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority announced the expansion of the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program to include new zero-emission agricultural, construction, rail, and warehouse non-road equipment and Class 3 vehicles. Read more…
Jeep reveals pricing for first fully electric Compass
Jeep will open UK orders for the new Compass First Edition in Q3/2025, introducing a fully electric version alongside a hybrid variant. With up to 310 miles of range and rapid charging capability, the all-electric Compass marks a significant step in Jeep’s electrification strategy. Read more…
