A new report from global energy think tank Ember says batteries have officially hit the price point that lets solar power deliver affordable electricity almost every hour of the year in the sunniest parts of the world. Read more…
The ticket bot cometh: city is recording drivers that AI says are bad
In a high-tech move that we can all get behind and isn’t dystopian at all, the City of Barcelona is feeding camera data from its city buses into an advanced AI, but they swear they’re not using the footage to to issue tickets to bad drivers. Yet. Read more…
Texas Politicians Warn Tesla: Robotaxis May Be Premature
Also: the U.S. might soon have more battery capacity than it needs, and why Brazil’s auto industry sounds the alarm over Chinese EVs.
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Why Another Battery Maker Slammed The Brakes On More U.S. Plants
Two plants in the U.S. that AESC was building now lie partially finished due to “deep policy uncertainty” and tariffs. Read more…
2024 BMW iX Long-Term Review: How Does It Compare To The New One?
I get a chance to see how my 2024 BMW iX stacks up against the newer 2026 iX. It offers tasty improvements and significant savings. Read more…
The EV ‘Mandate’ May Not Be Dead In Congress Yet
Removing the Biden-era emissions rules that promised accelerated adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles is turning out far more difficult that once thought. Read more…
‘A/C Is Weakest I’ve Experienced From Any Car’: Tesla Driver Calls Out the Touchscreen Air Conditioning. He’s Not Alone
‘It’s hot. I’m in New Orleans!’ Read more…
America Is Entering Its Second Malaise Era
New technologies. Changing emissions rules. Reliability issues. Who comes out on top when the dust settles from the EV transition? Read more…
Lucid Air finally gets Android Auto
There has been a recurring theme in conversations among Lucid Air owners. While the all-electric sedan has an impressive range and futuristic design, the absence of Android Auto has been a persistent annoyance for many. This week, Lucid Motors finally addressed one of its most requested features, rolling out Android Auto support to all Air vehicles via an over-the-air software… Read more…
China’s automakers sidestep EU tariffs, doubling market share
When the European Union erected a tariff wall last year to slow the influx of Chinese-made electric cars, the intended message was clear: protect domestic industry. However, Chinese automakers seem to have read a different memo. Instead of retreating, companies like BYD, Geely, and SAIC have executed a strategic pivot that has seen them not only weather the storm but… Read more…
Porsche teams up with Ferragamo for special anniversary
In a world where collaborations can often feel forced, Porsche has teamed up with Italian fashion house Ferragamo to create a pair of special-edition cars celebrating Porsche Italia’s 40th anniversary. But this isn’t just about slapping a fancy logo on a dashboard – this is a deep dive into custom colors and materials, creating something uniquely Italian yet with German… Read more…
BYD’s Profit Margin Looks Quite Good Amidst Price War Allegations – CleanTechnica
A hot topic in the EV world lately has been a reported “price war” controversy in China, and perhaps extending a bit beyond that. Some automakers have contended that BYD is engaged in an extreme, destructive price war. We’ve seen various takes on this from different automakers, and China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) even got involved, convening a meeting of key automakers engaged in this matter. Read more…
Hankook Tire Launches iON HT Tire for Electric Light-Duty Trucks – CleanTechnica
News release from Hankook Tire America Corp. Read more…
Advanced thermal management in HV harness supports megawatt-scale fast charging
The management of thermal loads during high-current charging events remains a major technical challenge in e-mobility. While core drive system components such as inverters, electric motors, and high-voltage batteries are typically liquid-cooled, the high-voltage cables and charging harnesses connecting these systems have traditionally remained uncooled. Read more…
Candela expands into India with electric hydrofoil ferries
The Swedish electric boat manufacturer Candela is expanding into India with a new order. The transport operator JalVimana in Mumbai has ordered a fleet of eleven P-12 electric hydrofoil ferries from Candela, which could be significantly expanded at a later date. Read more…
BYD begins delivering its first luxury electric super sedan just as Ferrari delays a new EV
While Ferrari is pushing back EV plans, BYD is stepping in with its first luxury electric super sedan. BYD kicked off deliveries of the Yangwang U7, a four-motor, flagship electric sedan powerhouse packing nearly 1,300 horsepower. Read more…
The Leasing Loophole Drove Huge EV Sales. The Senate May Have Killed It Already
Senate Republicans unveiled a sweeping budget and tax proposal that takes direct aim at the EV “leasing loophole.” Read more…
Ford unleashes 1,421-horsepower electric Mustang Mach-E for Pikes Peak assault
Ford is no stranger to the treacherous mountain roads of Pikes Peak, and this year, it’s bringing a new electric beast to the fight. The company has unveiled its latest creation, the Ford Super Mustang Mach-E, an all-electric race car specifically engineered to conquer the legendary hill climb. Built from the ground up on a unique chassis, the Super Mustang… Read more…
Why The New Hyundai Ioniq 6 Will Be A Range Monster
Hyundai’s radical-looking electric sedan is already off to a promising start as a long-range EV. Here’s what we know. Read more…
recell.store launches index to track end-of-life EV battery values
recell.store, a UK online marketplace for used electric vehicle batteries and a subsidiary of Altilium, has launched the All Battery Index (ABI), a monthly benchmark that tracks the market value of end-of-life EV battery packs in the UK. The ABI aims to provide a standardized reference for second-life use and recycling, addressing the lack of… Read more…
