In a historic first for electric marine travel, a Swedish team has successfully crossed the Mediterranean in an electric boat – and not just any electric boat, but one that flies. The voyage marks a major milestone in the future of clean maritime transport and shows that electric boats aren’t just ready for lakes and calm harbors – they’re ready for open sea. Read more…
First electric boat crosses Mediteranean, sailing from Europe to Africa
In a historic first for electric marine travel, a Swedish team has successfully crossed the Mediterranean in an electric boat – and not just any electric boat, but one that flies. The voyage marks a major milestone in the future of clean maritime transport and shows that electric boats aren’t just ready for lakes and calm harbors – they’re ready for open sea. Read more…
Alpine reveals the A390 electric fastback
Renault’s sporty brand Alpine is expanding its all-electric “Dream Garage,” and its latest offering, the A390 fastback, promises to blend heart-pumping performance with everyday practicality. This five-door electric vehicle is the most family-friendly model from Alpine yet, but don’t be fooled – it still packs a punch. The European and UK enthusiasts can mark their calendars for late 2025, but… Read more…
China NEV retail at 726,000 in May 1-25, up 31% year-on-year
China’s retail penetration of NEVs was 53.5 percent in the May 1-25 period, and 49.2 percent year-to-date.
Retail sales of all passenger cars in China were 1.358 million units in the May 1-25 period, up 16 percent compared with the same period last year.
China NEV retail at 726,000 in May 1-25, up 31% year-on-year
China’s retail penetration of NEVs was 53.5 percent in the May 1-25 period, and 49.2 percent year-to-date.
Retail sales of all passenger cars in China were 1.358 million units in the May 1-25 period, up 16 percent compared with the same period last year.
Antonio Filosa becomes new Stellantis CEO
Around six months after parting ways with Carlos Tavares, Stellantis has found a new CEO. And he comes from within the company: Antonio Filosa currently works for Stellantis as Chief Operating Officer for North and South America and Chief Quality Officer. Read more…
Antonio Filosa becomes new Stellantis CEO
Around six months after parting ways with Carlos Tavares, Stellantis has found a new CEO. And he comes from within the company: Antonio Filosa currently works for Stellantis as Chief Operating Officer for North and South America and Chief Quality Officer. Read more…
The Alpine A390 Is France’s Answer To The Porsche Macan EV
It features a sporty fastback design and a tri-motor setup with torque vectoring, which provides plenty of tail-out fun. Read more…
China May EV sales preview: Deutsche Bank expects Nio at 27,000, Tesla 39,000, BYD 390,000
Nio Inc’s deliveries in May are expected to be up 31 percent year-on-year and up 13 percent sequentially.
Tesla’s deliveries within China in May are expected to be up about 32 percent sequentially but down about 30 percent year-on-year.
Renault’s new Alpine A390 is a sportscar among SUVs
Renault’s sports car brand Alpine has unveiled its second electric production model, the A390. After the Renault 5 offshoot A290, the new model is a 4.62 metre long electric crossover with three electric motors. Read more…
Two Tesla (TSLA) insiders close to Elon Musk just sold almost $200 million worth of stocks
Two Tesla board members close to Elon Musk, Ira Ehrenpreis and Kimbal Musk, just sold almost $200 million worth of Tesla (TSLA) stocks. Read more…
Nio swap stations complete initial coverage of all districts in Tianjin
BYD Denza delivers 10,000th N9 SUV to founder of humanoid robot maker UBTech
BYD chairman Wang Chuanfu delivered the 10,000th N9 to UBTech founder Zhou Jian.
Zhou is one of several prominent entrepreneurs among BYD owners.
Xiaomi YU7 show cars to be available in 92 cities in China in Jun
On May 29, the YU7 will be available in 13 stores in Beijing, Xiaomi EV said.
The YU7 made its debut on May 22 and will be officially launched in July.
Tesla spotted with design and feature update for Model S and Model X
Tesla has been spotted working on what appears to be a mild design update for the Model S and Model X, two vehicle programs that have been in decline. Read more…
Chery offers discounts on multiple models across 4 brands as price war rages
Chery is offering discounts on a number of models, with a combined discount of up to 47 percent after subsidies.
After BYD offered extensive discounts, several automakers followed suit.
BYD, Xiaomi overtake Tesla as top EV brand choices in China, says UBS
“In China, we see intense competition and Tesla is no longer seen as the technology leader.”
In China, Tesla fell to 14 percent as a top EV brand choice, down from 18 percent last year, and now behind both BYD and Xiaomi.
The world’s largest floating wind platform will snap together like IKEA furniture
Floating offshore wind tech company Aikido is working with Norway’s Marin Energy Test Centre (METCentre) to launch a massive 15-megawatt (MW) demonstration project called AO60. Scheduled for deployment in 2027 off the coast of Haugesund, AO60 will be one of the largest floating wind platforms ever built. Read more…
Plenty of Tesla alternatives and a new Ford Pro team to help pay for them
For years, Tesla has been the go-to EV recommendation for “normals” looking for a painless, low-effort experience from their first electric cars, but Elon Musk’s political antics are causing people to shop elsewhere. On today’s episode of Quick Charge, we’ll discuss some options … and how you might be able to pay for them. Read more…
Tesla can’t buy land in Australia because CEO Elon Musk is so ‘[redacted]’
Tesla is trying to use a piece of property in Australia, near Adelaide, in order to build a battery factory and Tesla showroom. But it’s facing steep opposition from locals, most of whom cite dissatisfaction with Tesla CEO Elon Musk as their reason to oppose the project. Read more…
