On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, we discuss the looming demise of the EV tax credit, GM’s cheaper batteries and new Toyota’s new EVs. Read more…
British Columbia pauses EV rebate programme
British Columbia is pausing its incentive programme for zero-emission vehicles (ZEV), which offers rebates of between CAD $500 to $4,000 for local customers who purchase or lease an appropriate electric car or plug-in hybrid. Read more…
Despite ongoing war in Ukraine, is Hyundai positioning for return to Russia
Despite pulling out of the Russian market in a response to that nation’s invasion of Ukraine, new trademark filings and a buyback option on its shuttered factory are raising eyebrows. Is Hyundai headed for a Russian return. Read more…
DLL becomes majority shareholder of Iveco subsidiary GATE
The financial service provider DLL intends to acquire a 51 per cent majority stake in Iveco subsidiary GATE, which specialises in rental solutions for low-emission and zero-emission vehicles. The Iveco Group has announced that it will retain 49 per cent of the share capital. Read more…
LiDAR maker Hesai makes confidential filing for HK listing, report says
Hesai is the second Chinese company after Pony AI to be reported this month to have confidentially filed for a Hong Kong listing.
Hesai is working with banks to plan a potential offering that may take place this year.
Stagecoach announces first fully electric bus fleet and depot
UK bus company Stagecoach has just announced plans for its first fully electric fleet and depot in the town of Stockton-on-Tees. The Stockton depot will add a number of Yutong EVs to its fleet, including E12s and the company’s first Yutong double-decker bus. Read more…
BYD takes aim at Japan’s unique Kei Car market with new electric model
Chinese electric vehicle powerhouse BYD is setting its sights on one of the final corners of the automotive world it hasn’t covered: the specialized market for mini-vehicles known as “kei cars.” Leaked spy photos show BYD is in the advanced stages of development of a brand-new electric car to fit Japan’s strict rules for these tiny but popular vehicles. Kei… Read more…
BYD to build European HQ in Budapest
The Chinese electric car manufacturer BYD is further expanding its activities in Hungary and plans to establish its European headquarters in the capital Budapest. A new European research and development centre is also to be built there. Read more…
DKV Mobility to expand UK charging network
The German fleet management firm DKV Mobiliy has just announced an expansion into the UK via a partnership with Fuuse, one of the UK’s major EV charge point management platforms. The partnership will enable DKV Mobility customers to access thousands more charge points across the UK. Read more…
WeRide begins fully unmanned robotaxis pilot operations in UAE
WeRide began fully unmanned robotaxi pilot operations in Abu Dhabi, creating the first purely unmanned robotaxi fleet in the Middle East.
It started robotaxi operations with safety officers in December 2024 in Abu Dhabi.
WeRide begins fully unmanned robotaxis pilot operations in UAE
WeRide began fully unmanned robotaxi pilot operations in Abu Dhabi, creating the first purely unmanned robotaxi fleet in the Middle East.
It started robotaxi operations with safety officers in December 2024 in Abu Dhabi.
The Renault 4 Savane 4×4 Concept Is Europe’s Answer To The Rivian R3X
Renault added a rear motor to its electric crossover, making it all-wheel drive. Read more…
Nio shows how its world-model-powered driver assist system performs in video
This is the first internal test video of Nio’s NWM driver assist system, with zero takeover throughout the 39.3 km route.
Nio will present more details at the ES6 and EC6 launch event later today.
The Tesla Cybertruck Is No Longer The Best-Selling EV Truck In America
Demand for the angular electric pickup has continued to falter in the first quarter, making room for a new king. Read more…
Apple and Aston Martin announce CarPlay Ultra – a next-generation infotainment system
Apple is finally rolling out its next-generation infotainment system – CarPlay Ultra. The software was announced in December 2023 and was supposed to launch last year, but it got delayed. Aston Martin will be piloting the CarPlay Ultra rollout and the two companies released a short teaser on YouTube showcasing some of the features. As promised, CarPlay Ultra offers much… Read more…
Company returns entire Tesla vehicle fleet because of Elon Musk
Tscherning, a large Danish construction company, announced that it returned its entire corporate fleet of Tesla vehicles because of Elon Musk. Read more…
BYD plans to set up European headquarters in Hungary
BYD will open its European headquarters and a new European R&D center in Budapest.
BYD is building a passenger car plant in Hungary.
Geely Galaxy Starshine 8 gets over 10,000 orders 6 days after launch
Analyst expect monthly sales of the Starshine 8 to reach 10,000 units as the price is competitive.
The hybrid sedan starts at RMB 125,800 ($17,450).
Xpeng shares more images of new P7 coupe sedan
More images of the new P7 show more details of its exterior including the head and rear.
The launch of the new P7 in China is expected to be in July-August.
Danfoss eHydraulic Power Module enables electrification of 200-tonne SANY crawler crane
Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division has delivered its first eHydraulic Power Module to global crane manufacturer SANY. SANY will use the module to electrify a 200-tonne lattice-boom crawler crane. SANY launched the electric crane earlier this year. The company is working to develop fully electric versions of its higher-capacity crawler cranes, having previously electrified its… Read more…
