Ride1Up got its start as a dedicated urban-focused electric bike maker, bringing affordable e-bikes with excellent performance to commuters all over the US. The brand has since expanded into a number of diverse categories both on and off-road, but continues to lead in the urban sector. Now Ride1Up has launched its newest model, the Vorsa, which sets a new high watermark for value among urban riders. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) announces 336,681 deliveries, far worse than expected
Tesla (TSLA) has released its Q1 2025 production and delivery numbers. The automaker confirmed it delivered 336,681 electric vehicles during the first three months of the year — far below expectations. Read more…
Tesla China sells 78,828 cars in Mar, up 156.87% from Feb
Tesla China’s March sales were down 11.49 percent from 89,064 in the same month last year.
In the first quarter, Tesla China sold 172,754 vehicles, a 21.79 percent decrease year-on-year and a 28.29 percent decrease from the fourth quarter.
Ricardo presents rare earth free electric motor
UK engineering firm Ricardo has developed and tested a new synchronous reluctance motor prototype. The clue is that the so-called Alumotor does not need any rare earth metals. Read more…
UK extends grant schemes for private and commercial EVs
The UK government has opted to continue offering discount grants for plug-in trucks and vans until April 2026, lowering the cost of large EV. This follows an extension of the funding available for both private and commercial EVs and charging. Read more…
Xiaomi crash in China raises questions about autopilot
A serious accident involving an electric car from Xiaomi has occurred in China, killing three people. The vehicle was using a NOA (Navigation on Autopilot) system, which switched off shortly before the crash. A police investigation is ongoing. Read more…
UK extends grant schemes for private and commercial EVs
The UK government has opted to continue offering discount grants for plug-in trucks and vans until April 2026, lowering the cost of large EV. This follows an extension of the funding available for both private and commercial EVs and charging. Read more…
PFI FERSA Automotive & SEG Automotive launch new drive unit for the Renault Zoe
With their so-called ‘redrive’, the two companies offer a solution for older Renault Zoe models to be fitted with a new motor drive unit. They claim that their solution is more cost-effective than using traditional OEM channels. Read more…
PFI FERSA Automotive & SEG Automotive launch new drive unit for the Renault Zoe
With their so-called ‘redrive’, the two companies offer a solution for older Renault Zoe models to be fitted with a new motor drive unit. They claim that their solution is more cost-effective than using traditional OEM channels. Read more…
BYD Mar sales breakdown: Song 96,087 units, Qin 58,383
Song, Qin and Seal are the top three BYD lineups in terms of sales in March.
Outside the BYD brand, Denza sold 9,326 units in March, Fang Cheng Bao 8,051 units and Yangwang 133 units.
Hyundai Insteroid is a gaming-inspired electric beast
After a quick teaser, Hyundai officially unveiled the Insteroid, a concept electric vehicle that draws heavy inspiration from the world of video games. The Insteroid is a direct evolution of the previous RN24 rolling lab drift concept. It pushes the boundaries of conventional EV design, resulting in a vehicle that is as visually striking as it is conceptually ambitious. The… Read more…
The 2026 Polestar 2 Gets A New Battery And A Faster Infotainment System
Polestar’s first EV lives on with an optional Bowers & Wilkins premium audio system. Read more…
ADS-TEC Energy to supply battery-buffered DC chargers to Q8
ADS-TEC Energy has won a tender to supply more than a dozen ChargePost and ChargeBox systems to Q8 and Tango petrol stations in Belgium and the Netherlands. The battery-buffered fast-chargers can also be installed when grid capacity is limited. Read more…
BYD sold one million vehicles in Q1/2025
Chinese Tesla rival BYD sold a total of 1,000,804 New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) in the first quarter of 2025 – that includes battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The growth rate for BYD’s NEVs is enormous. Read more…
CATL, oil giant Sinopec to jointly build over 500 swap stations this year, with long-term goal of 10,000
CATL and Sinopec have entered into a partnership to jointly build no less than 500 battery swap stations this year, with a long-term goal of expanding to 10,000.
The two companies will work together to build energy replenishment networks for passenger cars and heavy-duty trucks.
Spain extends Moves III programme retroactively
The Spanish government announced that it has reactivated its EV subsidy scheme Moves III. And that it did so retroactively, effective from January 2025. The programme will run out at the end of the year. Read more…
Northvolt’s restructuring proceedings in the US have failed
Northvolt’s attempt to restructure under US law (Chapter 11) has failed. A Texas bankruptcy court granted the battery maker’s request to dismiss the Chapter 11 proceedings in light of the Swedish bankruptcy, which is similar to a Chapter 7 liquidation. Read more…
Stellantis Sales Slump Showed No Signs Of Improvement In Q1
Last year, the auto giant’s U.S. sales went down 15%. In the first quarter of this year, sales went down by 12%. Read more…
Li Auto sees deliveries of L-series EREVs cross 1 million
Cumulative deliveries of the Li L7 exceeded 290,000 units, the most for Li Auto’s L-series.
Li Auto will increase its bet on the BEV segment by launching 2 i-series all-electric SUVs this year.
EU Commission proposes changes on how carmaker can achieve CO2 targets
The European Commission has now formally submitted its amendment to the CO2 emission standards for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. The proposal grants carmakers an extension until 2027 to meet the 2025 emissions reduction targets. Environmental organisations have criticised the move. Read more…
