Lightship, a startup reimagining the recreational vehicle industry, achieved a huge milestone today: It kicked off production of its flagship electric travel trailer, the AE.1 Cosmos Edition. While the first Cosmos Editions of the AE.1 roll off Lightship’s assembly line in Colorado, we’ve gotten details of two additional variants that will follow. Read more…
The Hyundai IONIQ 2 makes a surprise appearance: Here’s our first look at the new EV [Video]
We are finally getting our first look at the IONIQ 2, the smaller sibling to the Hyundai IONIQ 5. Hyundai is expected to reveal the new EV next month, but after it was spotted driving near its tech center, we are already getting a sneak peek. Check it out for yourself in the video below. Read more…
Genesis may drop its most affordable model to trade up for SUVs and EVs
It’s only a matter of time before the Genesis G70 sedan will no longer be offered. Genesis is reportedly planning to kill off its most affordable model as it shifts its focus to SUVs and electric vehicles. Read more…
The Cadillac Optiq’s Interior Is Weird. That’s A Good Thing
I didn’t realize how bored I was with EV minimalism until Cadillac showed me some good, old-fashioned American opulence. Lire la suite…
The Jeep Recon EV surfaces ahead of its official debut
For a while now, Jeep has been adamant that its upcoming electric SUV, the Recon, is “inspired by the legendary Wrangler.” But the latest sightings of a nearly undisguised model on a transport carrier tell a different story. The boxy silhouette, rugged stance, and familiar proportions suggest that Jeep’s inspiration might have come from a different stable altogether. In what… Read more…
Argonne and UT Dallas expand partnership to accelerate US battery innovation
The US Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory and the University of Texas at Dallas have signed a memorandum of understanding to advance battery science, strengthen critical materials supply chains, and expand workforce development in the energy storage sector. Read more…
Two people, one bike: JackRabbit unveils ‘Micro Hauler’ line of two-seater rides
JackRabbit, the San Diego-based micromobility company that made its name on tiny, featherweight, pedal-free “micro e-bikes”, is taking a big swing with something entirely new. Today the company announced is new line of “Micro Hauler” rides. Think of it as a portable, modular, utility-focused small EV that can haul people, gear, and a surprising amount of ambition without the bulk of a full-size e-bike or the limitations of a scooter. Read more…
Lucid is about to drop a ‘bold’ new Gravity EV concept this week
Lucid is teasing what it calls a “bold new concept of electric exploration” ahead of its debut on Thursday. What exactly does that mean. Read more…
Mercedes Vision V concept is basically a private jet on wheels
Mercedes gave us a sneak peek of its “Vision V” electric van concept, complete with 65-inch TV screen in its private jet-like interior, ahead of its US unveil at Pebble Beach. Read more…
Wait times for this Chinese EV are so long that the CEO is telling buyers to consider rivals
The Xiaomi YU7 offers a longer driving range than the Tesla Model Y, more advanced tech, and it’s cheaper. With wait times for the Chinese EV extending over a year, the company’s CEO told buyers to check out rivals if they need a car quickly. Read more…
Ford’s $30,000 EV Pickup Is Basically The Electric Maverick Everyone Demanded
Plus, China’s software-defined vehicles are its key to success and GM’s Cruise has a resurgence. Lire la suite…
From Ethiopia To Nepal: The EV Boom You Didn’t See Coming
How rich a country is doesn’t necessarily dictate its citizens’ desire and willingness to switch to electric power. Lire la suite…
How To Get The Most Out Of A Plug-In Hybrid Car
PHEVs can be a great choice if you’re still not sold on a full-electric car. There are some things you should be aware of, though. Lire la suite…
BYD launches locally produced Seal 5 DM-i hybrid sedan in Thailand
The Seal 5 DM-i is BYD’s fourth model produced at its Thai factory and the first right-hand drive model produced at the facility.
The Seal 5 DM-i is known as the Chaser 05 in China and sold 10,303 units in July.
Huawei-backed Stelato to begin pre-sales of S9T wagon on Aug 18
The Stelato S9T is expected to hit the market in September, with display models available in showrooms by the end of this month.
Stelato currently offers only the Stelato S9, which was launched on August 6, 2024, targeting the premium sedan market.
Huawei-backed Aito to launch updated M7 SUV in Sept
The updated Aito M7 will feature a larger size and will add BEV variants to the existing EREV variants.
The currently available Aito M7 is priced from RMB 249,800 ($34,740) to RMB 329,800.
Onvo L90 delivers over 4,000 units 10 days after launch
Onvo L90 had 2,093 insurance registrations last week, ranking second in China’s weekly sales of large SUVs behind the Huawei-backed Aito M8 EREV, which recorded 3,690 units.
If Onvo maintains this delivery pace, the L90 could break Nio Inc’s record for the highest monthly sales of a single model.
GAC to unveil ‘disruptive’ extended-range tech on Aug 19
GAC claims its extended-range system will give vehicles abundant power even when battery levels are low.
The EREV version of the Hyptec HL will go on sale on August 19.
Blink Charging teams with dfYOUNG to offer EV charging and fleet management for corporate sales forces
Blink Charging has announced a strategic collaboration with freight forwarder and logistics provider dfYOUNG to offer corporate fleet management and at-home EV charger installations for sales forces nationwide. The companies aim to deliver a turnkey electrification package for EV-driving sales personnel. Pre-kitted, RFI-activated EV chargers will be installed at sales reps’ homes by dfYOUNG. Blink… Read more…
Focus Graphite ships battery-grade samples to prospective US offtake partners
Canadian developer Focus Graphite Advanced Materials has shipped two battery-grade samples to prospective offtake partners in the US for evaluation. Focus worked in collaboration with American Energy Technologies (AETC), a US-based graphite processing and R&D firm, to produce two high-purity graphite materials sourced from its Lac Knife deposit for lithium-ion battery applications. Its spherical coated… Read more…
