Evolectric, which builds electric conversion kits for fleets of internal-combustion engine trucks, debuted its Gen3CircularEV Kit. The new kit combines the highest available range and payload with the shortest available wheelbase for work truck electrification, the company said, without having to sacrifice customization options. The kit is compatible with Class 3-5 Isuzu models, supports 12-foot… Read more…
The Xiaomi SU7 Lost 600 HP In A Software Update. Then Owners Revolted
Xiaomi un-nerfed the SU7 Ultra after owners complained that the automaker took away horsepower they had paid for. Read more…
DS24 to provide upfit solutions for ZM Trucks’ 600 V dual ePTO and 24 V chassis infrastructure
ZM Trucks, which at the start of the year announced the construction of its first North American manufacturing plant and regional headquarters, both in Fontana, California, announced a new collaboration with DS24, a manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty freight, refrigerated and specialty truck bodies. The partnership will allow ZM to provide highly tailored solutions combining… Read more…
Elevat and Microsoft partner to provide Internet of Things data to off-highway EV industry
Elevat, a tech company that specializes in crafting Internet of Things roadmaps for manufacturers of off-highway equipment, has formed a partnership with Microsoft to drive “digital transformation and offer enhanced connectivity and insights for businesses” in the off-highway industry. The collaboration will bring together Elevat’s Machine Connect and Microsoft’s Azure IoT Edge. “In today’s off-highway… Read more…
Arc is developing a 26-foot dual motor electric tugboat for the Port of Los Angeles
Electric boat developer Arc is venturing into the commercial sector by building an electric tugboat that will serve the Port of Los Angeles later this year. The retrofitted 26-foot ship will feature Arc Boats‘ electric powertrain and software technology. Read more…
Lucid’s (LCID) next batch of Gravity electric SUVs is ready to roll out for Saudi Arabia
Lucid’s (LCID) first electric SUV is going global. With output ramping up, Lucid is gearing up for more growth in 2025. The second batch of Lucid Gravity models is now ready to ship out to Saudi Arabia as it expands its overseas footprint. Read more…
Exclusive $800 savings on new Jackery Explorer 3000 v2 power station + Mother’s Day Sale offers, EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus $227, more
Today’s Green Deals is all about backup power support, led by the exclusive deal we’ve secured on the new Jackery Explorer 3000 v2 LiFePO4 Power Station for $1,699, which is followed by the brand’s newly launched Mother’s Day Sale with up to $3,300 being taken off power stations and accessories starting from $299. We also spotted EcoFlow’s newer RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station dropping down to $227, and be sure to also check out the brand’s final day of Spring-to-Summer Sale offers too. Following the big reveal yesterday, we’ve also got Lectric’s ongoing XP4 e-bike preorder deals with up to $365 in free gear. Plus, all the other hangover Green Deals are in the links at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s Bluetti Mother’s Day Sale, Anker’s PowerCore Reserve deal, and more. Read more…
Not Every Chinese EV Brand Will Survive. These Died In The Past Year
China’s automotive sector is incredibly powerful, but not invincible. Consolidation and collapse is already happening. Read more…
New Eagle debuts new Raptor compute platform built on John Deere’s vision processing unit
New Eagle, a company that offers engineering and design services to manufacturers of EVs and hybrids in off-highway and specialty vehicle markets, has announced an update to its Raptor platform, the Raptor High-Performance Compute Platform. The new platform comprises a rugged, GPU-enabled embedded controller built on a vision processing unit from John Deere. “Our Raptor platform… Read more…
WATTALPS offers batteries with immersion cooling for demanding commercial EV applications
comerical evs applictions French battery manufacturer WATTALPS is offering batteries based on immersion cooling technology. All cells and busbars in the company’s batteries are fully immersed in an electrically isolating dielectric fluid that is non-flammable, non-toxic and biodegradable. The batteries deliver passive safety thanks to technology that prevents propagation of cell thermal runaway, and active… Read more…
Volvo revives the XC70 name with EREV SUV
Volvo is bringing back a familiar name: the XC70. For years, the XC70 was known as a tough, go-anywhere version of their V70 wagon. However, this time around, things are different. The new XC70 is now a sport utility vehicle, or SUV. This new electrified SUV is being designed with drivers in China in mind first. But Volvo has suggested… Read more…
Montréal sets new charging infrastructure target
Montreal is planning to install 11,000 new charging points for electric cars by 2030, both on roadsides, in publicly accessible car parks and on publicly accessible private property in the greater metropolitan area. Read more…
VW to recall over 5000 ID. Buzz vans
Volkswagen is recalling 5,637 ID. Buzz vans and temporarily halting further sales over a compliance issue with US safety laws. The issue is to do with the size of the long wheel base version’s third row of seats, which Volkswagen must now alter. Read more…
Phoenix Contact presents CCS connector for up to 1,000 kW
At Power2Drive, Phoenix Contact presented the second generation of its HPC charging connector CHARX connect professional with up to 1,000 kW charging power in boost mode. This was done via CCS, and not the new megawatt standard. The company is also presenting new CCS charging sockets, albeit with a lower output. Read more…
Audi to release two A6 plug-in hybrid models
The Audi A6 – not the battery-electric A6 e-tron – is now available again in two plug-in hybrid versions. Compared to its predecessors, the battery is significantly larger, increasing the electric range on paper to up to 106 kilometres. Read more…
RJ Scaringe posted fresh images of Rivian’s R2 validation builds
Another day, another exciting post from Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe sharing images of the upcoming R2 EV. This is the third R2 update from Rivian in as many days, as the American automaker’s second flagship model configuration inches closer to full-fledged production. Read more…
Mitsubishi is launching a new EV based on the Nissan LEAF: Here’s what to expect
Finally, Mitsubishi is bringing a new EV to the US. Mitsubishi confirmed plans to launch a new EV in North America that will be based on the next-gen Nissan LEAF. Here’s what we know so far. Read more…
Majority owner Geely proposes delisting ZEEKR (ZK) in the US and taking it private
Just one year after ZEEKR went public on the US stock market, its majority shareholder, Geely, is offering the Chinese EV automaker an opportunity to go private once again. Read more…
The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Can’t Use Most Fast Chargers In The U.S.
It’s official: the CLA’s 800V system doesn’t work with 400V chargers. Read more…
I Tried BYD’s 5-Minute EV Fast Charging. It’s A True Game-Changer
BYD’s new Megawatt charging proves that 5-minute charging stops are possible. And China will get there first. Read more…
